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ACCURATE COST ESTIMATION SERVICES AUSTRALIA WIDE

 Whether you’re a Civil Contractor, Builder, Homeowner, or Supplier, Civilised Estimating provides expert estimating solutions tailored to your specific needs. With 15+ years of industry experience, we understand the importance of accurate and timely cost estimates in today’s construction environment — and we’re here to help take the pressure off. With the professional support of our friendly, Sydney based team, you can spend less time on paperwork and more time doing what you do best.
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Civil Contractors

Are you a busy Civil Contractor? Quoting accurately on civil construction jobs is vital to winning tenders and delivering profitable projects. However, gathering reliable quantities, calculating labour and material costs, and compiling documentation can be time-consuming and mentally draining — especially while you’re managing current works.

That’s where Civilised Estimating steps in. Our experienced estimators specialise in civil construction projects — from earthworks and roadworks to drainage, utilities, and site prep. We provide comprehensive takeoffs and cost estimates based on real-world data and current market rates, helping you to bid competitively and confidently.

Our team understands the pressures of the civil industry — tight deadlines, technical complexity, and high client expectations. We work efficiently to deliver precise estimates that reduce your admin time and free you up to focus on-site supervision, project delivery, and managing your crews. Whether you’re quoting small subdivision works or large-scale infrastructure tenders, we can provide the support and accuracy you need.

Let us handle the numbers — so you can focus on your projects.

A builder reviewing plans he intends to send to Civilised Estimating in order to tender a job

Builders

Are you a Builder? Accurate estimating is one of the cornerstones of a successful building project. Whether you’re preparing a tender for a custom home, quoting for a renovation, or pricing up a multi-unit development, you need reliable projections of your costs, labour, and materials to stay competitive and profitable.

The challenge? Pulling together these numbers takes time — and when you’re already juggling clients, subcontractors, and site work, it can feel overwhelming.

At Civilised Estimating, we support residential and commercial builders with accurate, prompt, and professional estimates. Our team has a solid understanding of building methods, trade rates, and supplier pricing, and we use this knowledge to create clear, detailed breakdowns of project costs. Whether you need a rough ballpark figure for budgeting or a detailed tender submission, we tailor our estimating to your needs.

We aim to take the guesswork out of your next tender, ensuring you don’t over-quote and lose the job — or under-quote and lose your margin. With us on your team, you can tender with confidence, reduce your admin hours, and focus on doing what you do best: delivering quality builds.

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Home Owners

Are you a Homeowner with a project? Planning a new home, a renovation, or an extension is an exciting time — but it can also be stressful when it comes to budgeting and cost expectations. Many homeowners find themselves in the dark about how much their project will really cost, which can lead to budget blowouts and disappointment later on.

That’s where we come in. Civilised Estimating helps homeowners understand the real costs involved in building or renovating before committing to a builder or design. We provide independent, professional estimating services that break down labour, materials, and trade components so you know exactly where your money is going.

Whether you’re managing your own build, working with a designer, or simply looking to plan ahead, our team can offer clarity, transparency, and peace of mind. We speak in plain language, not technical jargon — and we’re here to guide you through the cost side of your project.

With a clear and realistic estimate, you’ll be in a better position to talk to builders, make informed decisions, and stick to your budget from the beginning to the end of the process.

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Suppliers

Are you a Supplier? Supplying materials to the construction industry isn’t always straightforward. Often, customers come to you with complex drawings, vague requirements, or incomplete information — leaving your team scrambling to interpret plans and calculate quantities just to issue a quote or dispatch an order.

This translation process can take valuable time and resources, especially when your staff are also managing logistics, stock, and customer service.

At Civilised Estimating, we partner with suppliers to streamline this process. We take customer drawings and specifications and turn them into clear, quantifiable orders so you can quote and supply with confidence. Whether it’s concrete, steel, timber, or any other trade materials, we provide detailed takeoffs that remove the guesswork and save your team valuable time.

Our accurate, professional service helps you improve quote turnaround, reduce supply errors, and increase customer satisfaction — all while allowing you to focus on running and growing your business.

What we can do for you

At Civilised Estimating, we believe in making the estimating process simpler, faster, and more accurate. Our mission is to support builders, civil contractors, homeowners, and suppliers with professional estimating solutions that add value and reduce stress.

We understand that every client is different — which is why we offer tailored estimating packages to suit a wide range of project types and budgets. Whether you need a one-off estimate or ongoing support, we can deliver what you need in the format that works best for you.

Our services include:

Full project estimates and takeoffs

Trade-specific breakdowns

Labour and material cost projections

Bill of quantities

Cost Estimates for concept or early-stage projects

Editable working documents or locked PDFs, depending on your needs

We work across residential, commercial, and civil sectors and pride ourselves on being responsive, reliable, and easy to work with. All our estimates are prepared by experienced professionals using industry-standard software and up-to-date supplier data.

Why Choose Civilised Estimating?

Experienced

With 15+ years of industry experience, we understand the challenges of building and civil projects firsthand.

Accurate

Our estimates are based on real-world pricing, not assumptions.

Flexible

We customise every estimate to suit your goals, budget, and timeframe.

Responsive

Need a fast turnaround? We’re here to help.

Australia-wide

Based in Sydney, but servicing clients all across the country.

Contact Our Team

Ready to make your next project more predictable, profitable, and professional? Let’s chat.

Whether you’re chasing a simple materials estimate, a detailed tender submission, or just need help understanding the numbers, we’d love to hear from you. Our team is ready to assist with practical, down-to-earth estimating services that save you time and give you clarity.

Send us your drawings and requirements, and we’ll provide a fast, no-obligation quote for our services.

Contact our team today on or [email protected] for an estimating solution that will work for you.