Who is the RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator for?

It is built for owners, estimators, and business development teams who need fast, accurate results for create early pricing direction before full takeoff.

How do I use the RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator?

Enter building area and base rate Apply location and complexity factors Review total and ROM range

Is this a replacement for detailed estimate?

No. It is intended for conceptual and schematic-level budgeting.

How should I choose base cost per SF?

Use historical company data or published cost books as your baseline.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. This tool is free and designed for quick, practical results.

Does this work for projects nationwide?

Yes. It uses standard construction inputs used across the US.

RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator

Build location-adjusted ROM budgets by occupancy type.

RSMeans-Style Cost per SF

Building Area (SF)

Base Cost per SF ($)

Location Factor

Complexity (%)

Contingency (%)

Modeled Total Cost

$5,996,229.12

ROM Range

$5,516,530.79 - $6,475,927.45

Effective Cost per SF

$333.12 / sf

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RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator for owners, estimators, and business development teams

RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator helps owners, estimators, and business development teams create early pricing direction before full takeoff. Enter square footage, base cost per SF, location factor, and risk factors and get location-adjusted ROM budget range you can use immediately in your bid or project file.

Used by contractors across California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois, with active users in Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix, Atlanta, Seattle, and Denver.

Quick answer: what does this tool do?

Generate a fast ROM budget using RSMeans-style cost-per-SF logic and location multipliers.

How should I apply the results?

Use the range for lead qualification, owner discussions, and go/no-go decisions.

Is this suitable for public bids?

Yes. The inputs align with typical DOT, municipal, and federal bid requirements.

What keywords does this tool target?

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The RSMeans-Style Cost per SF Estimator gives fast, reliable results for owners, estimators, and business development teams to create early pricing direction before full takeoff. Enter square footage, base cost per SF, location factor, and risk factorsand get location-adjusted ROM budget range in minutes.

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