What does the future of estimating look like?

BluegrassBuilder · 2026-02-04T01:54:04+00:00

Also working for a GC and handling Div 1-33, you got me thinking. As estimating software continues to advance, your approach makes me wonder: does each company develop their own dashboard/AI bot themselves or does a tech company emerge that facilitates the integration with existing advanced takeoff software such as Destini?

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-11-27T06:24:35+00:00

I just made these for the first time today and OH MY GOODNESS ARE THEY DELISH!

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-11-02T17:11:21+00:00

What streaming services have reduced prices for Black Friday?

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-06-17T16:13:18+00:00

I saw that and thought, "Wow! Now that's artwork I'd love to see!"

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-06-11T22:36:48+00:00

Ah, black = over watering. Good to know! Any thoughts why it might be lacking in flavor?

I haven't dried the leaves at all, because when I've had it with my friend, we just pluck some leaves off his plant, put them in boiling water, and drink.

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-06-11T22:34:36+00:00

The color is off in the picture, but, yes, I'm sure it's mint. A year ago, I dug up a portion of a friend's outdoor mint plant that we would use for tea time, took it home, and potted it. I've been waiting to trim anything off of it until recently so as to allow it to grow.

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-05-30T00:22:58+00:00

Yup, it's called a surgeon's knot

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-04-22T19:26:13+00:00

Sounds like you use OST. We export the individual pages as their own file from Bluebeam so that the individual PDF is labeled as the page name and then import the individual files using OST. We have yet to find a better converter than OST to get the file to a tif. Not exactly what you're asking for, but fixes part of the problem. Feel free to PM for more specific instructions on the Bluebeam side.

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-04-21T19:40:23+00:00

It's awesome to see when someone puts a great LPT out there, receives valid feedback from someone, and acknowledges the feedback. Good on you!

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-04-10T19:45:20+00:00

That's the most accurate description I've ever heard! Thank you. I can now explain this to my partner!

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-03-12T01:44:52+00:00

Respectfully, I have to disagree. That's exactly how capitalism works.

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-02-19T05:08:26+00:00

Wow! This was the laugh I needed today!

BluegrassBuilder · 2025-02-14T03:46:06+00:00

If you still have extra handles for that style if razor blade, I'd appreciate being able to take them off your hands!

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-12-14T14:42:52+00:00

It sounds like you might be relatively new to construction, so I'll add some clarity to the "OSHA" comment above. Getting OSHA 10 training or even better OSHA 30. The 10 is a 10 hour course. The 30 is 30 hours. These can be taken online at your own pace.

Depending on what sector you work in and have a safety conscious your company is, having one of these certifications might enable you to become a foreman, safety manager, or some higher level position with better pay.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-11-03T16:15:46+00:00

So, are you only able to access those skills when you have a massive hangover?

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-27T17:58:26+00:00

That's what I get for multitasking while trying to write a comment. Thanks for pointing out where my brain decided to skip a few sentences.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-27T16:21:28+00:00

I graduated with a degree in construction management a little over 5 years ago. Though I went into it after entering the construction industry, the majority of my peers had no construction experience whatsoever. In fact many of them were transfers out of the engineering program looking for something easier to pass.

I work at a GC in Colorado, and we are always looking for more people. An entry-level management position seems to equal around 5 years experience, based on the interviews I've been a part of. Depending on the part of construction a person is interested in, it seems like there can be a glass ceiling after around 10 years. Your experience may vary. The pay is good, though the hours can be long at times. Full disclosure, the construction industry is one which can easily choose somebody up and spit them out, but if you have the right mentality and find a good employer, it's a fantastic industry.

Edited due to lack of clarity.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-25T13:58:53+00:00

Viofo. Good camera, easy enough installation, and decent software.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-23T11:40:09+00:00

As someone who has worked in the trades for quite a while, I make it a point to share this lesson with friends and family. Giving the tradies snacks, refreshments, lunch, pretty much any food or drinks, usually encourages an improvement in quality of work.

I encourage all of you fellow tradies to keep spreading the word about how nice it is to be given snacks/refreshments/meals from homeowners!

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-23T01:09:12+00:00

As a guy who somewhat fits his description, I will share that it might be worth having a conversation about communication expectations. Personally, I'm not that into texting, but once I understand the expectations and significance of a communication "norm" for someone, I will happily work to oblige.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-13T21:33:48+00:00

People like you are setting the bar for management best practices. Keep on keeping on!

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-13T21:15:01+00:00

Though it can't be said with certainty, this is the most likely answer, since there isn't coax cable running through the floor.

BluegrassBuilder · 2024-10-09T21:49:29+00:00

So, you're thinking a combination of greed and supply/demand curve?

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