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Estimate preparation
Preparation of an estimate from project drawings, quantities and other information supplied by the client.
- Work quantities
- Labour, materials and machinery
- Totals and cost structure
Construction cost control
Construction estimating and cost control
I prepare and review construction estimates, compare contractor bids and structure project costs so the client understands not only the total amount, but also what it is based on.
The estimate can be linked to the construction schedule, resource plan and project cash flow.
Estimate preparationFrom drawings and quantities
Estimate reviewQuantities, prices, structure
Bid comparisonComparable units, excluding VAT
Services
What I can provide
The scope is adapted to the project stage and available documentation.
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Estimate review
I review estimates prepared by contractors or other estimators, focusing on quantities, unit rates and missing or duplicated items.
- Quantity and item control
- Unit rate assessment
- Risks and clarification points
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Contractor bid comparison
I compare multiple bids on the same units and excluding VAT so differences in quantities, pricing and included scope are visible.
- Common comparison format
- Missing and differing scope
- Potential additional costs
Deliverables
What the client receives
The purpose of an estimate is not only to show a total. It should support decisions, procurement and later project control.
Excel or PDF estimate
Structured by work type and cost component.
Material schedule
According to the selected service scope.
Review comments
Identified risks, missing information and items requiring clarification.
Bid comparison
If multiple contractor bids are provided.
Project control
An estimate is not an isolated spreadsheet
Where required, estimate data can be linked to the construction schedule, resource plan and cash flow to form a unified project control system.
ESTIMATECost baseline
SCHEDULEWork sequence
RESOURCESLabour and capacity
CASH FLOWCost over time
CONTROLPlan vs actual
Process
How estimating works
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Document receipt
Project documents, drawings, quantities, an existing estimate or contractor bids.
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Information review
I determine whether the available information is sufficient and what additional data is required.
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Estimate preparation or audit
I structure quantities, costs and review findings in a consistent format.
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Deliverable and clarifications
You receive the file and, where relevant, a summary of questions or risks for further decisions.
Estimating prices
Service levels
The initial discussion is free of charge. The final price is confirmed after reviewing the documentation and scope of work.
BASIC
Simplified renovation · simplified reconstruction up to 100 m²
€250 – €400
per service, VAT is not applicable
- Estimate with calculations — quantities, time norm, hourly rate, labour, construction products, machinery per unit, and total for the quantity
- Excel or PDF file for submission to the financier
- Additional file with a list of materials and required quantities
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STANDARD
New builds · renovation · reconstruction 101–500 m²
€404 – €2 000
per service, VAT is not applicable
* Price calculated by floor area: EUR 4.00/m² (101–500 m²)
- All BASIC services
- Construction work schedule (Excel)
- Cash Flow calculation
PREMIUM+
Apartment buildings · commercial projects 501–2,500 m²
from €2,000
per service, VAT is not applicable
- All STANDARD services
- Construction work schedule (Project Plan 365 or Excel)
- Workforce resource calculation — determining the minimum number of workers required for each estimate item according to the work quantity, time norm and planned completion period
- Individual agreement for large projects
Prices shown are indicative. The final price is determined after reviewing the documentation, project size, complexity and required service. VAT is not applicable.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The price depends on the project size, complexity, quality of documentation and required level of detail. Indicative service levels are shown in the pricing section.
Ideally, project drawings, quantities, technical specifications and other available information. If the documentation is incomplete, I first assess what can be calculated and what must be clarified.
Yes. I review quantities, line items, unit rates, duplication, missing scope and other risks identifiable from the submitted documentation.
Yes. I compare bids on common units and excluding VAT so differences are comparable.
Yes. By separate agreement, estimate costs can be distributed over construction periods, linked to the schedule and used for resource and cash-flow planning.
Māris Cīrulis
Certified construction specialist · cert. No. 4-03064
CĪRULIS PROJEKTU KONTROLE
Practical approach
I assess the estimate together with construction technology and execution
Construction costs are not separate from work sequence, technology, resources and deadlines. Estimating can therefore be continued with scheduling, resource planning and cash-flow modelling.
Contact
Send your documents or existing estimate
Briefly describe the project and required service. After reviewing the documents I can confirm the scope, timing and price.
- Company
- SIA “CĪRULIS PROJEKTU KONTROLE”
- Reg. No.
- 40103673065
- Certificate
- 4-03064
- Website
- www.projectcontrol.lv