Div 01–48 · Full-Scope CSI MasterFormat General Contracting
Starting from CA$75 CAD
General Construction Estimating Services
Full-scope CSI MasterFormat and CIQS elemental estimates, quantity takeoffs, general requirements and bid-day levelling sheets for general contractors, developers and owners across Canada.
Technical Overview
General contractors carry the full scope risk: self-performed work, subtrade buyout, general requirements, bonding, insurance, site logistics and provincial holdback rules (noted per project, e.g. 10% in Ontario under the Construction Act; holdback varies by province). We break drawings down division by division, check architectural against structural and MEP sheets, separate GST/HST/PST/QST correctly, and calibrate labour to the province and city of your project.
Governing Canadian Codes & Standards:
CCDC 2 stipulated price contract CIQS elemental cost format National Master Specification (MasterFormat) Provincial construction lien / prompt payment acts
Service Highlights
From CA$75 CAD / trade scope
- ✓ Turnaround: 24–48 hours
- ✓ Deliverables: Unlocked Excel BOQ + Marked PDF
- ✓ Proposal: Firm 15-minute response in business hours
- ✓ Confidentiality: Strict corporate NDA on request
Quantities Measured in General Construction
- ▸ General conditions, supervision, temporary utilities, and site logistics
- ▸ Subcontractor scope levelling matrix & alternates pricing
- ▸ postal-code-calibrated union or open-shop crew productivity rates
Common Bid Traps We Catch
- ⚠ Unpriced architectural-to-structural drawing discrepancies between plan sets
- ⚠ Underestimated general conditions, crane picks, winterization, or phasing costs
- ⚠ Missing addendum updates or alternate bid schedules on bid day
Sample Bill of Quantities
Representative Line Items for General Construction
Every line item is delivered in an unlocked Excel sheet with formula-linked unit rates and Canadian code notes.
| CSI Code | Description | Unit | Sample Qty | Canadian Spec Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 50 00 | Temporary Facilities, Fencing & Site Controls | MO | 8 | Includes temp power pole, sanitary, perimeter fence |
| 03 30 00 | Cast-in-Place Foundation & Slab-on-Grade (30 MPa) | CY | 485 | Includes 10M/15M rebar, vapour barrier, pump & finish |
| 05 12 00 | Structural Wide-Flange Steel Framing (CSA G40.21 350W) | TON | 64 | Fabricated, primed, erected w/ high-strength bolts |
| 07 54 00 | 60-Mil Mechanically Attached TPO Roof System | SF | 18,400 | R-30 polyiso tapered insulation & flashings |
| 09 29 00 | 5/8" Type X Gypsum Board on 3-5/8" 20GA Metal Studs | SF | 26,200 | Level 4 finish, acoustic batt infill included |
Scope Coverage
General Construction Sub-Services & Specialisations
Detailed quantity surveys available for every branch of this trade across Canada.
▪ General Estimating Service
▪ General Contractor Estimating
▪ Residential Estimating
▪ Commercial Estimating
▪ Industrial Estimating
▪ New Construction Estimating
▪ Renovation Estimating
▪ Remodeling Estimating
▪ Building Estimating
▪ Construction Cost Estimating
▪ Quantity Takeoff Services
▪ Material Takeoff Services
▪ Labour Cost Estimating
▪ Bid Preparation Services
▪ Preliminary Estimating
▪ Conceptual Estimating
▪ Budget Estimating
▪ Value Engineering Estimating
General Construction Takeoffs by Canadian Metro
Calibrated with indicative local labour factors and regional code amendments.
Toronto General Construction Takeoffs (CA$90)
Montreal General Construction Takeoffs (CA$80)
Vancouver General Construction Takeoffs (CA$90)
Calgary General Construction Takeoffs (CA$85)
Edmonton General Construction Takeoffs (CA$85)
Ottawa General Construction Takeoffs (CA$85)
All 25 Canadian Metros →
Bid Intelligence FAQ
General Construction Estimating FAQ
Clear answers about our Canadian estimation deliverables, turnaround, software and fees.
How much do general construction estimating services cost in Canada? ▼
Single-scope general construction takeoffs start from CA$75 CAD. Most commercial bid packages are quoted as guaranteed flat fees based on drawing sheet count and scope complexity with zero hidden add-ons.
What deliverables are included with a General Construction estimate? ▼
Every package includes an unlocked, fully editable Microsoft Excel Bill of Quantities (BOQ) with all formula links intact, colour-coded marked-up PDF drawing layers, an unpriced vendor Bill of Materials (BOM) for supply house pricing, and a verified inclusions and exclusions sheet.
What software platforms and workflows do your general construction estimators use? ▼
Our estimators prepare takeoffs with industry-standard Canadian estimating and takeoff software. Deliverables are unlocked Microsoft Excel workbooks and colour-coded marked-up PDFs, so you do not need a software licence to review them.
How are Canadian codes and standards addressed in General Construction? ▼
We cross-reference every line item against Canadian standards including CCDC 2 stipulated price contract, CIQS elemental cost format, National Master Specification (MasterFormat), Provincial construction lien / prompt payment acts, calibrating labour productivity and freight allowances to your project province and Forward Sortation Area (FSA).
Are my bid figures and drawings kept confidential? ▼
Your project is safe with us. We never share your drawings, pricing, or bid figures with any other contractor. An NDA is available on request — just ask and we will sign one before you share your plans.
Firm Flat-Fee Bid Proposal · 15-Minute Response
Get a 15-Minute Proposal for Your General Construction Project
Upload your drawings now. Receive a firm, guaranteed flat fee starting from CA$75 CAD.
✓ 24–48h Turnaround
✓ Dual-Estimator QA Review
✓ Canadian Code & Currency (CAD)
✓ NDA on Request