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Heavy Civil CONSTRUCTION Specialists

Estimating when you need it - as you need it

30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ACROSS THE UNITED STATESEarthworkUtilitiesPavingDrainage
What we do

Estimating services built for today's world

We provide independent, third-party civil cost estimating for contractors, owners, and developers. Whether you're bidding a new project or need a check on your numbers, we deliver the detail and accuracy your project demands.

Quantity Takeoffs

Precise material and volume calculations for earthwork, grading, utilities, paving, and drainage — so your bid reflects the real scope of work.

Bid Estimates

Detailed, line-item cost estimates formatted for competitive bidding. We help you price the work accurately and protect your margins.

Owner's Estimates

Independent cost opinions for project owners, developers, and lenders — giving you a reliable benchmark before you break ground.

Estimate Review

A second set of expert eyes on your numbers. We identify gaps, errors, and missed scope before they become costly surprises in the field.

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Why ACES

An alternative approach to estimating

Independent & unbiased

We have no stake in the outcome — just an obligation to give you accurate numbers you can rely on.

Civil-focused expertise

We specialize exclusively in civil work. That focus means deeper knowledge and fewer gaps in your estimate.

Fast turnaround

Bid deadlines don't wait. We work efficiently to deliver thorough estimates on your schedule.

Who we serve

Built for the people who build

We work with the full spectrum of civil construction professionals — from contractors in the field to owners in the boardroom.

Site Contractors

Grading, excavation, and site work contractors who need accurate takeoffs and bid estimates to stay competitive and protect their margins.

General Contractors

GCs managing civil scopes who need reliable subcontractor bid reviews and independent cost checks before committing to a project.

Owners & Developers

Project owners and developers who need independent cost opinions to validate budgets, secure financing, and make informed go/no-go decisions.

Engineers

Civil engineers and design firms who need construction cost estimates to support design decisions, value engineering, and client reporting.

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