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Strategies for Indirect and Prorate Items in the SharpeSoft Estimator
The Summary Sheet inside the SharpeSoft Estimator is a powerful tool capable of delivering a concise overall view of multiple different...
Dylan C
Oct 7, 20253 min read
Innovative Approaches to Project Bidding Software
In the fast-paced world of heavy civil construction, winning bids is everything. The competition is fierce, and every second counts....
Matthew Caddy
Sep 29, 20254 min read
AI in Construction Estimating: Where It Helps Today — and Where It Doesn’t (Yet)
AI in Construction Estimating: Where It Helps Today — and Where It Doesn’t (Yet) Introduction: Cutting Through the Hype If you’ve spent...
SharpeSoft
Sep 24, 20254 min read
SharpeSoft Newsletter (September 2025)
Inside... SharpeSoft Webinar Royal T Enterprises Feels the Royal Treatment with SharpeSoft Refer a friend and earn $500 SharpeSoft...
Dylan C
Sep 24, 20258 min read
Fuel Cost/Usage in SharpeSoft Estimator
Fuel is an important part of any construction project, as it is literally the material on which all pieces of equipment run. Having...
Dylan C
Sep 22, 20252 min read
AI-Powered Construction Estimating Benefits
When it comes to heavy civil construction, estimating is the backbone of winning bids and managing projects efficiently. But traditional...
Matthew Caddy
Sep 22, 20255 min read
Personalization Options in SharpeSoft Estimator (Part 1)
SharpeSoft Estimator, in addition to being a powerful and efficient cost estimating solution for companies of all sizes, also offers...
Dylan C
Sep 16, 20253 min read
Benefits of Cloud-Based Construction Software
When it comes to heavy civil construction, every minute counts and every detail matters. Managing bids, projects, and teams across...
Matthew Caddy
Sep 15, 20254 min read
Companies and Offices in SharpeSoft Estimator
In SharpeSoft Estimator, you can set up as many companies as you like, giving you the ability to match specific job types to specific...
Dylan C
Sep 10, 20255 min read
Equipment Rates by Area in SharpeSoft Estimator
Equipment areas reflect different equipment rates according to specific equipment cost requirements for a specific state, region,...
Dylan C
Sep 8, 20252 min read
Labor Rates by Area in SharpeSoft Estimator
Labor areas reflect different labor rates according to specific labor cost requirements for a specific state, region, municipality,...
Dylan C
Sep 5, 20252 min read
From Blueprint to Bid: Top Estimating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them with SharpeSoft
From Blueprint to Bid: Top Estimating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them with SharpeSoft Construction is moving faster and with tighter...
SharpeSoft
Aug 28, 20254 min read
South Bay Grading Doubles Output with SharpeSoft
The Story Located in balmy Santa Clara, California, South Bay Grading is a fully licensed Class A General Engineering Contractor. With...
Dylan C
Aug 26, 20255 min read
Royal T Enterprises Feels the Royal Treatment with SharpeSoft
The Story Founded 20 years ago in St. George, Utah, Royal T Enterprises is a heavy civil construction company that brings founder and...
Dylan C
Aug 1, 20255 min read
Proposal Conditions and Text in SharpeSoft Estimator
Default Proposal and Conditions Text The Default Proposal and Conditions Text window is used to enter your Default Conditions and...
Dylan C
Jul 28, 20253 min read
Tips for Re-Rounding in the SharpeSoft Estimator
The Rounding Sheet in the SharpeSoft Estimator is one of the final steps in the process of completing your final bid proposal, where...
Dylan C
Jul 28, 20252 min read
Mastering Your First Estimate in SharpeSoft: Tips for New Contractors
Mastering Your First Estimate in SharpeSoft: Tips for New Contractors Stepping into digital estimating can feel overwhelming—even more so...
SharpeSoft
Jul 17, 20254 min read
SharpeSoft Estimator Wins the Summer 2025 Top Performer Award from SourceForge
SharpeSoft is proud to be a winner of the Top Performer award from SourceForge, the world’s largest software reviews and comparison...
Dylan C
Jul 15, 20252 min read
SharpeSoft IPM: Assigning Projects to Mobile Inspectors
Mobile Inspectors are a special kind of labor unit tied to the SharpeSoft IPM's companion product, also called Mobile Inspector. While...
Dylan C
Jun 25, 20252 min read
Top FAQs for Construction Estimating: What Heavy Civil Contractors Need to Know
Top FAQs for Construction Estimating: What Heavy Civil Contractors Need to Know In this blog, we’ll discuss the most common questions...
SharpeSoft
Jun 17, 20254 min read
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