Getting Started

What is MeansCostWorks.com?

MeansCostWorks.com is a powerful and flexible web based construction estimating software.  It is based on the RSMeans Annual Cost Data Books and the RSMeans CostWorks CD-ROM product.

 

MeansCostWorks.com is much more than an electronic reference containing RSMeans construction cost information. Engineers, Contractors, and Architects will have the power to customize data, build estimates, and generate reports all through the same web portal.

What can you do with MeansCostWorks.com?

MeansCostWorks.com is comprised of 5 tabs, each with it's own tools and options.

 

: The My Home Tab provides access to your existing folders and estimates. Upon signing on to the system, you'll be directed to your My Home Tab.

 

: The My Estimate Tab is where estimates are built. Immediately upon clicking the My Estimate Tab, you can begin entering data for a new estimate. Within the My Estimate Tab, you'll prepare detailed and accurate estimates for construction projects using RSMeans construction cost data or any custom data your company has entered.

 

: The My Cost Book Tab is a reference guide. Use it when you simply need to research a cost line, but are not creating an estimate. Here, you can search RSMeans construction cost information or any custom data your company has entered for various construction elements.

 

: The My Account Tab allows you to manage your preferences, profile, and password.

 

: The My Company Tab will only be seen by administrators. Here, those given administrator privileges will manage the company's user accounts. Administrators will also have the ability to build custom cost books based on the RSMeans Annual Cost Data Books.

 

 

Related Topics

Creating a New Estimate

Work Flow

Data Overview

System Requirements

Support

Tabs

Tools