On-Screen Takeoff®
Takeoff software
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What is On-Screen Takeoff®
On-Screen Takeoff® is a digital quantity takeoff application used to measure and count materials directly from electronic plan files. It is primarily used by estimators and preconstruction teams at general contractors and specialty subcontractors to produce takeoff quantities that feed estimating workflows. The product focuses on on-screen measurement tools, assemblies, and integration options to connect takeoff outputs to estimating and project systems.
Mature takeoff feature set
On-Screen Takeoff supports common takeoff workflows such as linear, area, and count measurements, as well as digitizer support for users working from paper plans. It includes tools for organizing plans, layers, and conditions to keep takeoff structured across revisions. The product is widely used in estimating-centric workflows where repeatable takeoff processes and standardized measurement practices matter.
Estimating workflow integrations
The product is commonly deployed alongside estimating systems and can export takeoff quantities for downstream estimating and bid preparation. This helps reduce manual re-entry of quantities and supports consistent item coding between takeoff and estimate. Integration and export options are a key consideration for teams that standardize on separate estimating and project management tools.
Supports subcontractor use cases
On-Screen Takeoff is frequently used by trade contractors that need fast quantity extraction for bids across many plan sets. The workflow aligns with estimator-driven processes where takeoff speed and repeatability are prioritized over broader project execution features. It can fit organizations that want a dedicated takeoff tool rather than an all-in-one construction platform.
Limited end-to-end CM scope
On-Screen Takeoff is primarily a takeoff tool and does not provide full construction management capabilities such as RFIs, submittals, daily logs, or field collaboration as a core focus. Organizations seeking a single system for preconstruction through closeout typically need additional software. This can increase integration and administration effort across the toolchain.
Desktop-first deployment model
On-Screen Takeoff has historically been deployed as a Windows desktop application, which can be less convenient for distributed teams compared with browser-first tools. Desktop deployment can require IT involvement for installation, updates, and user provisioning. This may be a constraint for firms standardizing on cloud-only applications and lightweight device management.
Collaboration depends on add-ons
Multi-user collaboration, centralized plan management, and cross-team visibility often rely on complementary modules or connected systems rather than being fully native to a single lightweight interface. Teams may need to define processes for version control, plan revisions, and shared libraries to avoid inconsistencies. This can add operational overhead compared with platforms designed around real-time collaboration.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| PlanViewer (Free) | Free | Free, limited/lite version of On-Screen Takeoff for viewing OST projects, printing plans, simple takeoffs, markup and collaboration (explicitly listed as "FREE PlanViewer"). |
| On-Screen Takeoff (OST) | Not listed publicly — contact sales | Full On-Screen Takeoff desktop product (Windows); vendor site directs users to contact sales for pricing and offers a free 14-day trial. |
| On-Screen Takeoff + Takeoff Boost™ (AI add-on) | Not listed publicly — contact sales | Takeoff Boost is an additional subscription/add-on for OST (AI-assisted initial takeoffs); vendor documentation and EULA indicate it requires a separate subscription. |
| On-Screen Takeoff + Quick Bid® (bundled option) | Not listed publicly — contact sales | Quick Bid is an estimating add-on that is offered with OST; pricing not published — contact sales. |
| Annual Maintenance Subscription | Not listed publicly — contact sales | Annual maintenance subscription is described on the vendor site (required to retain updates, support, and access to some services); pricing not listed publicly. |
Seller details
ConstructConnect
Cincinnati, OH, USA
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https://www.constructconnect.com/
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