enterprise level construction
estimating software

CostOS® combines a Cost Estimating Database, 2D Takeoff, Intelligent Assemblies, 3D BIM Takeoff, SQL database, and the ability to have multiple users in the same project at the same time within One Construction Estimating Software program.

features and benefits

CostOS® construction estimating software by Nomitech, offers unique capabilities and complies with your organization’s demands. Easily achieve consistency and centralization of your estimates and historical data. User based functions for estimate visibility and teams can easily be assigned to specify project roles as well as manage the use of company data. Built on the latest JBoss Enterprise Application Platform and utilizing a powerful SQL database, CostOS is one of the few estimating software programs that can operate and deliver in a true multi-user environment.

enhanced 2D takeoff

Create fully classified 3D models while doing takeoff from 2D drawings. Easily create all the necessary metadata at the same time as 2D takeoffs. A fully resourced and cost loaded model can now be exported to .IFC from CostOS. This “Disruptive Technology” has all of the data linked to the model even if there was no 3D model object in the first place. CostOS supports measurements from PDF, TIFF, JPEG, DWG, DGN and DXF drawings.

CostOS is also fully integrated with On-Screen Takeoff. Use your existing OST takeoff and work seamlessly within CostOS to produce fast, accurate estimates.

3D BIM takeoff

Using IFC open standards, BIM takeoff is fully embedded and synchronized within CostOS. Extract quantities from 3D Models regardless of the system that generated them in order to generate a Bill of Materials in minutes. Model Objects can be associated to your resource database and man-hours to quickly arrive at a cost estimate.

2D Takeoff functions are now available in the 3D Takeoff Model. Users can create linear, area, volume, and count items as they work on the 3D Model. CostOS also allows users to load multiple 3D models and perform takeoffs from multiple files at the same time.

BIM technology has been embedded within the program since its origin. No links, imports, or plug-ins to configure or troubleshoot compatibility within your existing estimating software.

Intelligent assemblies

Construction Estimating Assembly Takeoff

Assemblies enable you to evaluate alternatives, optimize the design, and quickly identify the most appropriate materials and construction methods.

You can create your own models in order to “teach” CostOS to do business the way you do and capture your knowledge that can be used by other estimators.

Assemblies cut takeoff time in half, increase accuracy and eliminate omissions.

true multi-user

Remote work has become a necessary part of doing business. CostOS was designed for users to experience a true multi-user environment. Using the latest SQL database technology, multiple estimators can work on the same estimate from different locations in real time via the internet. The system works as though you were just all sitting at your desks in the office, creating estimate consistency across the enterprise.

project variables

CostOS has unmatched flexibility. Project Variables allow you to import Excel Workbooks and customize your summary and markups. Pricing table layouts can be customized to match any style received with additional fields and formulas added.

Users can create custom variables to account for risk, contingency, and other allowances. Distributors are used to apply markups back to estimate detail. Use base rate buildup to affect resource rates and update the estimate. CostOS offers a very robust solution, but with the flexibility of Microsoft Excel.

GIS Takeoff

GIS Map Takeoff for Construction Estimating

Measure quantities literally on-site with mapping tools like Google and Bing, embedded with costs. This 2D takeoff function can include land areas, perimeters or even the distance from an oil platform to shore. Elevations and depths are provided by NASA's server, giving you even higher accuracy on linear projects such as pipelines, roads, railways, and transition lines.

Combining GIS with assemblies makes it possible to draw a line on the map and automatically produce the estimate. This GIS takeoff function is priceless to early phase, conceptual estimates for infrastructure projects and site work.