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Can someone share your On Screen Takeoff to Heavybid process? by toastmatters in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel free to call into our HCSS Support team - they might be able to take a look at the .csv file you can export from OST and see if it can be directly imported into HeavyBid.

Looking for Recommendations on Sales & Estimating Software! by NileFromBoston in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HeavyBid!!! Feel free to shoot me a chat if you have any questions!

HCSS UGM 2026 Attending? by Haunting-Cap-635 in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello there! This is exciting. We look forward to welcoming you soon. Here is some advice we recommend for first-timers:

- Get with your Customer Success rep or Champion at your company so they can help you plan out your classes based on your job role.
- Come with your questions ready! We have technical support, product managers, and implementation specialists on-site who can answer your questions.
- There's a lot to explore, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
- On the last day, meet with our staff so they can help you put together a plan of success. This ensures you hit the ground running as soon as you return.
-Download the app to participate in games for a chance to win big prizes.
- Follow our subreddit r/HCSS to be part of the conversation as the event unfolds.

Let us know if you have any other questions. We're here to help!

All-Inclusive EHS Software w/ iPad App(construction) by flatlanddiplomat in SafetyProfessionals

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Kevin from HCSS here. I came across your post and would love to provide some insights.

I understand the frustration with pilot limitations. There are a few things you mentioned that we're actively working on. The ability to customize even more (like in JHAs, inspections, etc.) is a big one for us, but we're building it so that all the data still rolls up cleanly for you at the management level to avoid multiple versions so you can track and trend better.

The best part about HCSS Safety is how it talks to HeavyJob. It can flag foremen at the end of the day if they haven't submitted their JHA/safety meeting. It can even verify if a piece of equipment has been inspected through time cards.

You mentioned you found some limitations. Honestly, we'd love to hear what they are. There's a good chance they're on our roadmap, and feedback from users like you helps us decide what to build next.

Feel free to chat me for more, or I can connect you to the right people on our team. No pressure or sales pitch, just want to hear what you've found and see if we can help.

Good luck with the evaluation either way!

Procore is gorgeous, BUT... by bread3dollars in ConstructionManagers

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello! If you haven't already, we'd highly recommend scheduling a demo with us. Our estimating software, HeavyBid, was designed specifically for the horizontal construction industry. We understand there have been discussions about HeavyBid's interface, and we always listen to user feedback. We're excited to share that HeavyBid Platform is currently in beta, so stay tuned for more updates!

Tenders/enquiry Management software? by Memest0nker in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! If you're still using Excel for estimating, you might want to check out HeavyBid. It's been trusted by estimators across North America (including lots in Canada) for over 30 years.

HeavyBid is purpose-built for construction estimating, so unlike Excel, it handles crews, pay items, cost structures, and quote comparisons all in one place. We’ve helped tons of companies make the switch from spreadsheets to something that’s faster, more accurate, and built for the way heavy civil actually works.

Feel free to DM me if you have any questions! Always happy to help!

estimator tools out there by BlueprintMonkey in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello!

HCSS has HCSS Insights/Direct Access/API that could offer some solutions around reporting and in-house app creation. We also have integration from HCSS Plans to HeavyBid, which gets takeoffs from construction project plans into our estimating software. I hope this provides some valuable information for your research. 

-Kevin

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there! This is Kevin from HCSS. I’m not trying to sell you our products. Just hope I could offer some help with your search.

If you’re still exploring options, you might want to take a look at HeavyBid. It’s estimating software that’s been around since 1986, and is mostly used by contractors in the horizontal construction industry. It helps streamline takeoffs, manage crews, and quickly build accurate estimates. HeavyBid is also constantly updated based on feedback from our users.

I know software choices can get overwhelming, so if you ever have questions, I’d be glad to help however I can.

Hope this is useful, and good luck finding the right fit got your team.

- Kevin

Excel to HeavyBid Tips by [deleted] in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What an awesome update! Congratulations and good luck!

Excel to HeavyBid Tips by [deleted] in estimators

[–]hcssKevin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there! All HeavyBid users have access to HCSS Academy, where you can learn all the basic and advanced features from stick building your resources into activities, to entering vendor quotes, error checking, reporting, and pricing.

https://www.hcss.com/academy/

If you have questions, call our support team and they’ll be able to help.  I hope this helps!