How to Estimate Construction Projects as a General Contractor *Excel Spreadsheet*

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  • Опубликовано: 27 июн 2019
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    How to Estimate Construction Projects as a General Contractor! Jesse Lane shares the secret to Estimating Construction Projects as a General Contractor using his custom Excel spreadsheet! How to estimate construction projects as a General Contractor is a much watch as a contractor wanting to better his skills in construction bidding! This will greatly help with Project Cost Management!!
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  • @PaulFrom94
    @PaulFrom94 3 года назад +127

    i bought your whole package and this is by far the best investment I have made for my company. A ton of people don't understand the difference between net and gross profit. My dad is a contractor who has been working his whole life and thought he was making good money, thing is he never took out his overhead to see what he was really making. Once I showed him all the math on the excel it was eye opening for him and showed him just how low his prices are, compared to others in the industry. I am fortunate enough to be born in an age where information like this is readily available, your videos have been one of the most helpful resources on my journey to becoming a General Contractor.

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  3 года назад +3

      Yesssss!!!!!!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  3 года назад +1

      For anyone interested in the package:
      www.jesselaneconsulting.com/shop/totalpackage

    • @locosporelmarisco
      @locosporelmarisco 10 месяцев назад

      Nice to know this information thanks

    • @ChrisPyle
      @ChrisPyle 2 месяца назад +1

      Link doesn't work....

    • @SauerkrautX
      @SauerkrautX Месяц назад

      How does a person work for decades and not know how to subtract overhead and figure out your net? Lmao

  • @christiansaldana5455
    @christiansaldana5455 4 года назад +2

    My grandfather is an architect principal but also very frequently acts as the project manager on projects, and I plan on getting tutored in cost estimating this summer. Your video was helpful bro, thanks for helping me dip my toe in the water with this aspect of the construction process.

  • @rekhachaturvedi9642
    @rekhachaturvedi9642 2 года назад +3

    Not for a second it felt like a lecture, even though it was way too informative! You are doing a noble job for the people like us. Thank you!

  • @jonbrunner1647
    @jonbrunner1647 4 года назад +15

    Jesse,
    Love the video! Estimating tends to be a sort of hush hush that doesnt get discussed often. Everyone seems to have there own formulas and methods and they're not typically so eager to discuss them. Great information! Thanks for posting!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +1

      You’re very welcome Jon!!

  • @theadventuresofmcnutts
    @theadventuresofmcnutts 4 года назад +3

    As educating and fun it is to listen, I'm definitely going to be fallowing your channel, registering and hopefully get good advice to understand construction. I love the business aspect of it and specially the way you ran it through to us.

  • @Bmywudt2
    @Bmywudt2 4 года назад +7

    I really enjoyed watching this and appreciate your effort in making the video. I am currently a GC in NYC with little experience in estimating. The spreadsheet would definitely come in handy as a start up for my company.

  • @edwardmartinez4596
    @edwardmartinez4596 4 года назад +2

    Great video! You go in depth and give actual advice. Thank you

  • @hewadhewadmal6547
    @hewadhewadmal6547 4 года назад +6

    Great job keep it, I learned more things that I haven't seen yet in excel. Thank you very much, Mr.Jesse Lane.

  • @markswitzer4930
    @markswitzer4930 4 года назад +11

    Ok, you covered it... lol! I was sitting here asking in my head why you were adding a % markup vs a profit margin %. But you did address that at the end. Many contractors I know don't do it with the profit margin method.

  • @erickjuarez4074
    @erickjuarez4074 4 года назад +1

    Love this video! Appreciate the help on this. Buying this spreadsheet, now!

  • @boudrie311
    @boudrie311 3 года назад +1

    Very informative! I really enjoyed the upbeat & entertaining way that you presented your spreadsheet. Good job!

  • @yahirresendiz1625
    @yahirresendiz1625 3 года назад +4

    I’ve been seeing your videos for a while and I would like you to know that you’re a blessing for all you do! These videos are so helpful to new GC like me thank you!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  3 года назад +1

      I’m so glad to hear that!!!!

  • @DeepSkyAngel
    @DeepSkyAngel 2 года назад +2

    I just started doing Low Voltage Estimating, this channel is very interesting. I like how you went over everything and how you explain them.

  • @hotsteelwelding7073
    @hotsteelwelding7073 4 года назад +13

    Interesting stuff, and I was actually entertained enough not to completely fall asleep. Thank you!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +2

      Haha! Glad I could make it just a little interesting 😃

  • @lukehampton3437
    @lukehampton3437 6 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely amazing work you’re doing man. Thanks for imparting all of your knowledge!

  • @SolidPillarsDevelopment
    @SolidPillarsDevelopment 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for your time, I enjoyed watching it.

  • @josehenriquez3274
    @josehenriquez3274 3 года назад +3

    Thanks so much for this mini master class it's truly appreciated

  • @Thegovernedcitizen
    @Thegovernedcitizen 3 года назад +9

    Hey Jesse, I will have to say, great work, the last couple of weeks I’ve been checking out your videos. At a young age I have been in construction, from a super to a project manager, quality control on Bragg for the government until I made a change into NASCAR. Loved NASCAR did it for 15 years, but the virus really screwed us. But my point, even though I have all this experience, you forget things. So your videos are exceptional and they are very i informative. I’m out of racing now, so I’m looking at starting my on Sub company. Not ready for GC personally yet. Biggest thing that a person needs to be comfortable with is there own ability to understand like you said at the beginning. But yeh great job! Keep doing the videos, good luck to you wish you the best! I’m in NC probably moving to AZ since I’m out of NASCAR now to be with my son in October. Anything that you can think of that would be a different type of trade out west that’s not out East, please let me know. Have a blessed week

  • @nicholasdama1550
    @nicholasdama1550 4 года назад +1

    Lots of good information! Thanks Jesse, hope business is well.

  • @Youngdolphforlife
    @Youngdolphforlife 4 года назад +19

    I got the opportunity of a lifetime to become a construction estimator and your videos are definitely teaching me a lot and definitely buying the spread sheet. Great work 👍🏾

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +2

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @juanmartinez-vn8om
    @juanmartinez-vn8om 3 года назад +1

    love your attitude man, thank you for the video

  • @prestonfunkhouser1301
    @prestonfunkhouser1301 Год назад +1

    Very well done. This is a great overview on estimating construction projects.

  • @doloresochoa1366
    @doloresochoa1366 3 года назад +5

    It was quite interesting to watch. Considering the fact that I am no expertise in this field my attentiveness to the detail of the excel formatting throughout the video remained in-tacked even till the very end. Well done.

  • @jamesparker2004
    @jamesparker2004 4 года назад +15

    Great job Jesse! Up at 1.30am thinking about the massive remodel job I just scored and found my way to your videos. Would love to see a video on the highs and lows of scheduling a big project.... keep up the good work!

  • @oluwadamilolaomojuwa6715
    @oluwadamilolaomojuwa6715 2 года назад +2

    Thanks a lot for the Spreadsheet. Very detailed information

  • @carlosandrades7092
    @carlosandrades7092 3 года назад +1

    thank you for explaining everything so so clear

  • @Huntereconomic
    @Huntereconomic Год назад +1

    What a nice information! Thank you I will put it in practice with my business

  • @joshdimas1515
    @joshdimas1515 4 года назад +1

    Just starting off and this video is very helpful! Thanks

  • @amandalledoux8699
    @amandalledoux8699 Год назад +2

    Very informative! Thank you for explaining allllll the facets and rules/regs for anyone to learn. Keep your down to earth character! My career was in medicine for years then my husband took a leap of faith and left his industrial plant job to start from scratch. Your videos are such a relief!!! Thank you and I pray God grows your company!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  Год назад +1

      🙏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @signpros248
    @signpros248 Год назад +3

    I’m an electrician by trade but noticed the profitability of the GC. I have now teamed up with a large GC company to learn the game completely before attempting to climb the ladder again. I’m a Jax native and love your videos! Your my source for common sense advice and direction in this new to me field. Thanks so much for your videos! I would love to buy you dinner and a beer to say thanks.

  • @kisaconstruction6522
    @kisaconstruction6522 3 года назад +1

    Hey. Jesse just saw your video for every first-time interested thanks. ill be looking forward to more video.

  • @xenowolf22
    @xenowolf22 3 года назад +5

    Very informative. I’ll be buying this when I get serious.

  • @Bbindner
    @Bbindner 3 года назад +1

    Excellent information. Downloading now.

  • @trexor14
    @trexor14 4 года назад

    Very informative. Great job. Great for getting into custom home building.

  • @natito9204
    @natito9204 4 года назад +1

    loved the video , thank you jesse

  • @kmonk7853
    @kmonk7853 4 года назад +1

    Nice video, enjoyed your down to earth delivery!

  • @raynierreynoso4420
    @raynierreynoso4420 4 года назад +1

    Great job Jesse keep it up!

  • @OlomanaKboy90
    @OlomanaKboy90 4 года назад +2

    I think your awesome. Very inspirational and matter of fact. I have been a handyman for years and pulling the trigger on the GC LIC. I am going to check out some more of your videos. 👍

  • @zwelihlegumede2896
    @zwelihlegumede2896 3 года назад +3

    Thanks bro and never hesitate to mention how the liking and comments is positive for the channel because I didn't know for instance. Great stuff keep it up

  • @JustRuso22
    @JustRuso22 3 года назад +2

    really enjoying the video! great content i know its been a year since this video came out but i learn so much in so little time! Thanks!!

  • @bebright4774
    @bebright4774 2 года назад +1

    Great Vid! Thank you for sharing, keep up the good work!!

  • @karolkolodziejek885
    @karolkolodziejek885 3 года назад +1

    Great and informative video ! keep up the great work I will be subscribing 100%

  • @dborrerojr
    @dborrerojr Год назад +1

    Cool video brother! Thanks for taking the time out to help us newbie GCs 😎🙌

  • @kevindiehl820
    @kevindiehl820 4 года назад +4

    Looks exactly what I was looking for as a template to bid to a GC. your spread sheet looks that versatile . very nice !

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +1

      So many people have purchased the spreadsheet and absolutely rave about it! I’m glad it was what you were looking for!

  • @hx2856
    @hx2856 3 года назад +1

    Very educative! Great Job!

  • @MrErick35
    @MrErick35 Год назад +1

    Very informative! Thank you, J. Jane

  • @brianmosse
    @brianmosse 4 года назад +2

    Jesse if you have not been trained in the sales presentation business, you are a very good and natural presenter.

  • @trevormartin698
    @trevormartin698 3 года назад +2

    Hello from St. Petersburg! I watch your videos pretty often and every time I watch, I catch something new. I've been a PM for a large developer out of Denver for about 4 years now and every bit of this aligns with our best practices. One thing I caught on my second viewing of this video was that you mentioned that you have been doing it for 6 years... it definitely seems like you've been at it for WAY longer than that. Fingers crossed that I can get to your level in the next two years!

  • @tracybrito5581
    @tracybrito5581 4 года назад +1

    I really like your channel. Very clear and understanding.

  • @erinbuckley1170
    @erinbuckley1170 3 года назад +3

    Hey, thanks Jesse. I grew up in Concrete Construction. I am now considering starting up my own family Construction Business (I'm nearly 40 and female). Your vids are really good and I love your excitement about construction, there is so much more room for creativity and pedantry and new age business development in the Building Industry. Ill download the spreadsheet if I make it that far for sure (love the simplicity of having each contractor listed simply but with their quote itemised so clearly- excellent) AND love the column for mark-up to be analysed and tallied reasonably . Thanks

  • @m77ast
    @m77ast 4 года назад +1

    You did a great job with the video. We run a charitable enterprise in the U.K. and this makes things a bit easier. 😃 - thanks.

  • @qasimsafdar3143
    @qasimsafdar3143 4 года назад +2

    i like the positive energy dude.

  • @mathisbeutler3359
    @mathisbeutler3359 3 года назад +23

    Nice video. I’ve been a licensed GC for about five years. I need info like this. I’m good at getting the jobs but often have clients start to get upset about confusing billing, surprise change orders, etc. which leads to delays in getting paid. Or even not getting paid. I’m ready to go from being a good construction worker to a good business man. Thanks Jesse.

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  3 года назад +2

      Yes!!!!!

    • @bigeasyarts8415
      @bigeasyarts8415 2 года назад

      That’s a great goal right there. I’m sure my prices are probably a lil low. I use homewyse to get a baseline. Then factor in my overall efficiency with specific job at hand. Like decks and fences are my specialty, but any carpentry really do I know my takeoffs are spot on and I can deliver quality at a faster pace. But say Sheetrock work my numbers are a bit higher, cause I know I’m slower in general and may need an extra coat here and there. So I make sure add some extra labor cost. If I manage to not screw the pooch where I know it’s not my strong suite, it balances out maybe a previous job where the mud work are my lunch. Not many lessons are learned as far as those that take food outta your family’s pantry. Plus I live the incentive to build up my weaker skill sets. Unfortunately these day snl you either need to be the absolute best of the bestest at one thing. Or be damn good ata lots of things. Lol.

  • @NVCduluth
    @NVCduluth 4 года назад +5

    This video is something I been wanting to see. My wife and I are in the works of starting our own business. I been in the trades for many years now and I work for a large company now. I run work for them. I have learned a lot and from watching videos like this helps fill in the gaps of info that I at times don’t get to be involved in enough. Fully enjoyed and will be buying the spreadsheet. Please keep the videos coming

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +2

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @philw2469
    @philw2469 3 года назад

    Good info! Thanks Jesse Lane.

  • @sailingdijan9128
    @sailingdijan9128 4 года назад +6

    Great stuff, we really enjoy your videos!
    Inspirational. We got this! Lol

  • @jerrylindsey6936
    @jerrylindsey6936 Год назад +1

    I appreciate your help with the videos

  • @youdeserveabundance254
    @youdeserveabundance254 4 года назад +18

    I'm in a position to architect an entirely new software for this industry and your channel has been invaluable for diving in to gain scope. Thank you for the effort you've put in to make this A-grade content.

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +2

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️

  • @sdad1016
    @sdad1016 3 года назад +1

    Excellent work , I am looking forward to Watch more clips based on estimation and tricks

  • @najiakbar9693
    @najiakbar9693 4 года назад +3

    Hi Jesse, I am an architect and I really liked your video, I am referring it to my students, God bless!!!

  • @randypadilla4335
    @randypadilla4335 4 года назад +1

    VERY HELPFUL THANKS ! 💪

  • @dirtyjeans76
    @dirtyjeans76 4 года назад +1

    Very nice work Sir, keep it up God Bless You

  • @jesustrevino5287
    @jesustrevino5287 5 лет назад +3

    You’re awesome man! Great content and definitely gonna download a copy of that spread sheet. Thanks for showing us your ways.. good stuff!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  5 лет назад +1

      Yes sir!!

    • @earlvinobregon9986
      @earlvinobregon9986 4 года назад

      Good day sir, if you need any help for your quantity takeoffs i can assist you with that,I do most of the trades,im a freelance estimator,and you can hire me in an affordable price, i used planswift in my takeoffs, you can email me at earlobregon@gmail.com for more details

  • @carlosacosta-hh2iv
    @carlosacosta-hh2iv 5 месяцев назад +1

    Jesse you have been so helpful with all your videos. God bless you in all

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks! I’m so glad. 🙂

  • @iranwrestling1152
    @iranwrestling1152 3 года назад

    Thank u so much for amazing video and work u do. i am new in construction getting my GBC soon.

  • @gillfilly
    @gillfilly 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant ! well explained!

  • @nahshondavenport2726
    @nahshondavenport2726 3 года назад +1

    Definitely buying this excel sheet!!! Thank you! You just got another subscriber!!

  • @Abcdef14529
    @Abcdef14529 4 года назад +1

    Great video actually helped me a lot thinking of maybe becoming a gc when I’m older

  • @nanaantwi1858
    @nanaantwi1858 3 года назад +2

    Thanks man, very helpful

  • @PattiProffitt21
    @PattiProffitt21 2 года назад +1

    Thank you I am going to watch every video you have. You rock

  • @griffjackson6862
    @griffjackson6862 4 года назад +1

    As a Project Engineer for a GC, absolutely love your videos.

  • @jlgresidentialconstruction8488
    @jlgresidentialconstruction8488 Год назад +1

    Thank you! Glad I found your page, I will be downloading the tool kit.

  • @kristianaliy6218
    @kristianaliy6218 4 года назад

    Great video! Keep uploading!

  • @troyjessup1802
    @troyjessup1802 7 месяцев назад +1

    One of the best video breakdowns I’ve watched yet! Awesome job!

  • @pasifikadeso685
    @pasifikadeso685 2 года назад +1

    Awesome, spreadsheet exactly what I need, thanks Jesse...

  • @CarsonSchifsky
    @CarsonSchifsky 3 года назад +1

    Nice work! Just bought it thanks Jesse!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  3 года назад +1

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🎁👍🏼

  • @nicholascunningham2342
    @nicholascunningham2342 3 года назад

    Thank you. Great video!

  • @eddiebakwa9492
    @eddiebakwa9492 2 года назад +1

    Interesting and very Informative.

  • @imtiazahmed4124
    @imtiazahmed4124 3 года назад +2

    i liked the spread sheet idea which "actually" shows the net profit after all the over heads, good stuff

  • @ksa-g869
    @ksa-g869 3 года назад +1

    I am watching this great work in 2021 from Saudi Arabia... thanks for your informative videos

  • @michaelmccullin5725
    @michaelmccullin5725 3 года назад

    Very helpful info. That spread sheet is looking like a good investment. I am WAY more comfortable in the field, and spreadsheets are such an annoyance that I tend to put them on the back burner. This one is very easy to understand.

  • @tatonfamily9287
    @tatonfamily9287 4 года назад +1

    Great Video- Thank you for your content.

  • @profawadh5720
    @profawadh5720 2 года назад

    great job , thank you lane

  • @oliverjmurph
    @oliverjmurph 4 года назад +1

    This content is awesome!

  • @giovannidejesus7334
    @giovannidejesus7334 4 года назад +1

    Amazing video love it.

  • @noahpayne2691
    @noahpayne2691 4 года назад +5

    I just started estimating for a GC and this is good content man. Educational stuff and you’re entertaining. Hope the channel grows, keep it up man !!

  • @fritzgeraldbenoit5320
    @fritzgeraldbenoit5320 3 года назад +1

    Nice and easy to understand

  • @rodolforamirez5349
    @rodolforamirez5349 3 года назад +1

    This is awesome !!!

  • @smartchoicecorp
    @smartchoicecorp 4 года назад +1

    Hey Jesse, you're one of a kind.

  • @josephnoel1002
    @josephnoel1002 3 года назад +1

    Great presentation!!!

  • @nicholasiezzi9790
    @nicholasiezzi9790 Год назад +2

    I am training to be an estimator at work. It seems like a lot of stuff to learn. But your a good teacher and I like your spreadsheet. It seems like an awful lot for a beginner though like me

  • @1vootman
    @1vootman Год назад +1

    great vid man, thanks so much!

  • @pieceofkorn
    @pieceofkorn 3 года назад

    Learned so much from this video! Talk about specifications more.

  • @mavol5839
    @mavol5839 4 года назад

    Excellent video. thank you

  • @matttempleman9797
    @matttempleman9797 4 года назад +4

    I just started my own building contracting company and I’m starting to give my clients quotes. This helped so much. Thank you so much.

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +1

      I’m so glad!!!

    • @Oh-gz2je
      @Oh-gz2je 4 года назад

      I need a job man what’s up! Lol

    • @matttempleman9797
      @matttempleman9797 4 года назад

      @@Oh-gz2je well if you're in new Zealand then give me a shout!

    • @umerr101
      @umerr101 2 года назад

      Hi, If You’re too busy to Work Yourself for Quantity Takeoffs then you can Utilize my Services to get the Estimates with 99% Accuracy. I am a Civil Engineer and working as an Estimation Engineer in a USA Linked Construction Company. I have completed USA, Canada, and UK-based commercial and residential estimation projects. I do cost estimation and take-off using PlanSwift and Blue Beam Revu. Prioritizing the Client’s convenience, I follow CSI Master Format Divisions. I’m Looking Forward to Building a Trusted and Long-term Relationship with my Clients. Thank you!

  • @dougtaylor7177
    @dougtaylor7177 3 года назад

    Nice video. You Da Man!!

  • @MystFlippers
    @MystFlippers 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @Nazgrok
    @Nazgrok 3 года назад +1

    Very helpful, I just subscribed

  • @mycbdrx
    @mycbdrx 4 года назад +5

    21 year old trying to start my own construction business. All your info has been soooo informative thank you so much!

    • @Jesse_Lane
      @Jesse_Lane  4 года назад +1

      I’m so glad!!!

    • @earlvinobregon9986
      @earlvinobregon9986 4 года назад +1

      Good day sir, if you need any help for your quantity takeoffs i can assist you with that,I do most of the trades,im a freelance estimator,and you can hire me in an affordable price, i used planswift in my takeoffs, you can email me at earlobregon@gmail.com for more details

    • @hlneira
      @hlneira 7 месяцев назад

      How that go?

  • @AaronSof
    @AaronSof 3 года назад +1

    This is good content. Very niche!