Construction
Construction Bid Estimator
Build a bid price from materials, labor hours and markup, so estimates are consistent from job to job.
- Delivery
- Instant download
- Purchase
- One-time payment
- Format
- Google Sheets
- Excel
- Updated
- August 2026
Total bid price
$28,320
- Materials subtotal$14,200
- Labor subtotal$9,800
- Markup (18%)$4,320
Sample data preview of the Construction Bid Estimator spreadsheet, shown for illustration only.
What this spreadsheet does
Bids built from memory or a rough gut-check often miss line items, which either loses the bid or loses margin on the job.
What you can do with it
- Build a consistent bid price for a new job
- Adjust markup and see the bid price update instantly
- Reuse line items from a similar past job
What's included
Sheet tabs
- Bid Builder
- Line Items
- Bid Summary
Features
- Line-item material and labor entry with quantities
- Configurable markup and overhead percentage
- Automatic total bid price calculation
- Reusable line-item list for repeat job types
How it works
- 1Add materials and labor line items with quantities
- 2Set your markup and overhead percentage
- 3Review the total bid price on the Bid Summary tab
Who it's for
Contractors preparing bids for new jobs.
This spreadsheet is a bid-calculation tool and does not provide certified estimates or engineering approval.
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace a formal estimating certification?
No. This is a calculation tool for building consistent bid math, not a certified estimate or engineering document.
Can I save line items for reuse?
Yes, the Line Items tab is designed to hold a reusable list you can copy from for similar job types.
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