Overview
BIM consulting is sold by the project, and the level of detail is the line that decides the modelling cost
BIM (Building Information Modelling) consultants set up and manage the digital model that coordinates a construction project across architects, engineers, contractors, and trades. The customer is a developer needing a project-wide BIM strategy, a contractor responding to a client's BIM requirements, an architect outsourcing the BIM coordination work, or a facilities manager wanting a digital twin of the completed building for ongoing operations. The work covers the BEP (BIM Execution Plan), the model coordination across disciplines, the clash detection that catches design errors before they become construction errors, and the handover model for facilities use. The level of detail (LOD 100 to LOD 500, or local equivalent) is the line that scales the cost. A flat 'BIM consulting, $4,800' quote without naming the LOD, the disciplines coordinated, and the project phase misses the technical detail.
QuoteGenio gives BIM consultants a quoting shape that fits digital construction. BEP development and project setup as the first line, model coordination by discipline (architecture, structure, M&E, civils), level of detail by phase, clash detection cycles, federated-model management, training for the client's team, and a handover model with the asset data populated for the facilities manager. Send via email or WhatsApp to the project manager or BIM manager, take a deposit at engagement, raise milestone invoices through design and construction phases, and the final invoice closes with the as-built model delivered for the facilities lifecycle.
Who it is for
Who uses QuoteGenio
Built for every kind of bim Consultant business, from solo operators to multi-crew teams.
The problem
The quoting problems most bim Consultants run into
Quoting is one of the most time-consuming parts of running a bim Consultant business. The wrong tool makes it worse.
Quotes take too long to write
You end up writing quotes after hours instead of being on the tools or at home. Admin is eating into your day as a bim Consultant.
Quotes look inconsistent
Without a template, every quote reads differently. Clients comparing multiple bim Consultants pick whoever looks the most professional, not always the best price.
Slow responses lose jobs
Clients rarely wait. If your quote takes a day, they've already accepted one from a Bim Consultant who responded within the hour.
The fix
QuoteGenio fixes that
A faster, cleaner quoting workflow designed for how bim Consultants actually work. On-site, on the move, and under pressure.
The payoff
What you get with QuoteGenio
The everyday wins that add up across a year of quoting and invoicing.
Built for bim Consultants
Line items for labour, materials, call-out fees, and tax. Everything a bim Consultant quote needs, nothing it doesn't.
Works from your phone
Create and send a quote while you're still on the job. No laptop needed. Just your phone.
Quote in under 2 minutes
A structured workflow that gets you from blank page to sent quote before your next call.
Track payments easily
Know which invoices are outstanding and follow up with one tap. No spreadsheets required.
Built for your trade
Quoting calibrated to how bim consultants actually work
Pick your trade in Settings and the entire quote flow switches to fit. Line item presets, compliance fields, on-the-quote calculators, and per-m² / after-hours pricing all change to match your industry.
Trade-specific line items
Quick add picker pre-fills the common items your trade quotes. Skip the blank rows.
Brand-specific catalogues
Pylontech, Hikvision, Canadian Solar, Sunsynk and others pre-named. Pick the brand, the description writes itself.
Compliance fields built in
IOPSA, ECASA, PIRB, PSIRA, NHBRC, SAQCC. Set once. Every quote prints them under FROM.
Registration expiry alerts
Dashboard notification 60 days before your PSIRA, CoC or any dated registration lapses.
Per-m² / hour / day billing
Unit selector on every line item: m², hr, linear m, days. Stop doing the maths externally.
After-hours and emergency
1.5× and 2× multipliers as a one-tap toggle. Customer sees the breakdown on the quote.
Quote-flow calculators
Solar size, battery backup, cable run cost. Compute on the spot, drop straight onto the quote.
Staged payments
Deposit on acceptance + balance on completion as two separate amounts on the quote PDF.
Scope-of-work checklist
Structured Included / Not included lists. Client acceptance = signing the scope.
Site-survey mode
Log a location per line item: camera positions, fixtures by room, sensors by zone.
Regional rate hints
Pricing ranges per item per currency shown as you quote.
Free on every plan
All of the above included on the free plan. Premium is for capacity, not the trade tooling.
Why QuoteGenio
Why Bim Consultants choose QuoteGenio
The tools that matter most when you are quoting on-site, under pressure, and between jobs.
Quote from your phone
Most Bim Consultants build and send quotes directly from the job site. No laptop, no office, no delays.
Win more jobs, faster
The first professional quote a client receives usually wins. Respond in minutes, not hours.
Quote to invoice in one click
When the job is accepted, convert to an invoice instantly. No retyping, no double entry.
Pricing guide
What bim Consultants typically charge
Pricing varies by region, scope, and experience. These ranges give clients a sense of what to expect.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Initial consult / brief | $150 - $450 |
| Concept sketches | $600 - $2,500 |
| Drawing pack (small reno) | $1,800 - $6,000 |
| Council / building submission | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| Full project (design + admin) | $8,000+ |
Pricing shown in USD as a rough benchmark. Rates vary significantly by country, region, currency, and market.
Call-out fees
Call-out fees for bim Consultants vary. Many charge $50-$150 for a site visit, often waived if the job is accepted.
Hourly vs fixed pricing
Some bim Consultants charge hourly ($50-$120/hr), while others prefer fixed project quotes. Fixed pricing is usually better for the client and protects your margin.
See it in action
Example quote breakdown
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Job size
Region
Sample quote
Sample bim Consultant quote
Concept stage
Drawing pack
Project admin (8 hrs)
| Description | Qty | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concept stage | 1 | $ 1,200 | $ 1,200 |
| Drawing pack | 1 | $ 2,400 | $ 2,400 |
| Project admin (8 hrs) | 8 | $ 130 | $ 1,040 |
| Subtotal | $ 4,640 | ||
| Tax (10%) | $ 464 | ||
| Total incl. tax | $ 5,104 | ||
Totals recalculate as you change the controls above. Tax rate inferred from the sample quote.
Peer snapshot
How Bim Consultants actually use QuoteGenio
Indicative activity for Bim Consultants on the platform. Use it as a benchmark for how often to quote and how fast to respond.
19
Quotes sent per month
49%
Average quote acceptance
5 min
Median time to send quote
$ 5,104
Typical quote value
Figures are indicative platform averages for this trade segment.
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Avoid these
Common quoting mistakes
These are the quoting mistakes that cost bim Consultants the most time and money.
Mistake: Quoting a percentage without explaining stages
Better: Break the project into RIBA-style stages with deliverables. Clients understand stage-by-stage; lump-sum percentages spook them.
Mistake: Skipping the contingency on submissions
Better: Council resubmissions and revisions happen. Build a contingency line into Stage 4-5 or quote them as add-ons.
Mistake: Forgetting to quote consultants separately
Better: Structural, MEP, energy assessor — name them as pass-throughs or as managed line items. Don't absorb them into your fee.
Mistake: Vague revision policy
Better: State how many design rounds are included per stage. Concept rounds are free for nobody after the second one.
Mistake: No drawing-pack scope listed
Better: List exactly which drawings are included (plans, sections, elevations, details). Otherwise expectations diverge fast.
Mistake: Missing site visits in the fee
Better: Visits during construction are work. Quote them per visit or as a banded allowance.
Mistake: Not separating concept from documentation
Better: Concept design is creative; documentation is technical. Different skill sets, different rates. Show both.
Step by step
How to quote bim Consultant jobs
Quoting as a bim Consultant starts with understanding the job scope. Visit the site where possible, take measurements, and note any access issues or complications that could affect time or materials. A quote based on real site conditions is always more accurate than one written from a phone call.
Structure your quote with clear line items. Separate labour from materials and include quantities and rates for each. Clients who can see exactly what they are paying for are more likely to accept, and less likely to negotiate or dispute the final amount.
Set a validity period on every quote. Material prices change, and a quote you sent three months ago may no longer be profitable. A 14 to 30 day validity is standard for most bim Consultant jobs.
Send the quote as soon as possible after the site visit. The bim Consultant who responds first with a professional document usually wins the job. Use WhatsApp or email to get it in front of the client while the conversation is still fresh.
FAQ
Common questions from bim Consultants
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Yes. The free plan covers 5 quotes and 2 invoices a month. Premium unlocks unlimited fee proposals, recurring invoicing, and statements for stage-billed projects.
Yes. Add a line item per RIBA / SACAP stage with the deliverables noted. bim Consultants use this to make stage-by-stage proposals look polished.
Yes. Convert the accepted proposal into stage invoices as each milestone completes. Saves rebuilding the numbers each time.
Yes. Add line items for structural, MEP, and other consultants either as pass-throughs or as managed sub-fees.
Yes. Every quote has a public link. Clients accept on their phone, no signup required.
Yes. Build proposals on your phone between site visits. Send before you're back at the studio.
Still have questions? We would rather answer them now than after you have signed up.
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Reviews
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Real feedback from people who quote for a living.
"Quoting used to take me forever. Now I can put something together quickly and send it before I leave the site. Clients respond much faster."
Ryan Cheslin
Painter · Dubai
"Bespoke glass jobs need detailed spec. Being able to add notes per line and send a professional-looking quote same-day is worth the whole subscription to me."
Callum Fraser
Glazier · Auckland
"I used to quote at night after jobs. Now I send quotes while I am still on-site and get faster approvals. Makes a big difference."
Mark Jacobs
Electrician · Perth
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