Getting started
Start here: a guided tour of a whole job, from the first project to the finished tender.
Construction estimating software
The Future ofEstimating,Redefined.
A complete, cloud-based estimating and tendering platform. Powered by aerial data, AI and professional tools — with you in control.
- 14-day free trial
- Cancel anytime
- Built for construction professionals
From Plans to Tender — Powered by AI
Connect ChatGPT or Claude and hand over the whole job — from setting up the project to a priced tender, saved live in Map Metra and ready for your review.
- Aerial measure
- Plan takeoff
- Estimating
- BOQ
- Programming
- Tender
- Create projectfrom your plans
- Take offplans and aerials
- Estimate & BOQwith your rates
- Cost librarieskept up to date
- Programmethe works
- Tenderready to submit
End to end, every step lands live in your project — ready for your review.
Connect your AI — watch how in under a minute
One Connected Platform
Measurement, takeoff, estimating, programming and tendering in one place.
AI-Powered Workflows
Save hours with intelligent automation and full manual control.
Real Construction Data
Use aerial imagery, construction plans and accurate cost data.
Built for Professionals
Designed for estimators, builders and project managers.
Powerful Tools. One Connected Platform.
Map MeasureMeasure sites, roofs and areas on aerial imagery, with 3D views.
Plans & TakeoffCount alike, Line and Area Select, and 3D takeoff on your drawings.
Construction ProgramTurn your estimate into a Gantt program, with a network view.
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What is Map Metra?
Map Metra is cloud-based construction estimating software that connects aerial measurement, PDF plan takeoff, Bill of Quantities, WBS estimating and Gantt-chart construction programming in one connected project — so quantities flow from takeoff to estimate, program and tender without re-entry.
- Aerial measurement
- Plan takeoff
- Bill of Quantities
- WBS & estimate
- Gantt program
- Tender
Tutorials
Learn Map Metra, episode by episode
Short video series for each part of the workflow. Search the library for any tool or task.
Plans & Takeoffs
Set up your PDF plans, measure, organise and calculate quantities, including civil works.
Bill of Quantities
Turn takeoffs into a Bill of Quantities, then organise, import and export it.
Work Breakdown Structure
Build the activity tree and link every activity to its measured quantity.
RateBuild
Build and keep your unit rates: the rate library, rate breakdowns, productivity and shared resources.
Estimate
Layout, quantities and rates, formulas, mark-up and sell price, sheets and export.
A complete construction estimating and tendering platform
From understanding your site to a professional tender package — all connected, powered by AI, and under your control.
AI assists at every stage — you remain in control
- 01
Understand Your Site
- Aerial imagery of any address
- Measure areas, lengths and pitched roofs
- See access and surroundings from above
- Plan your approach before drawings arrive
- 02
Plans & Takeoff
- Upload PDF and image drawings
- AI names and scales your plans
- Count alike, Line Select and Area Select
- Full manual control and accurate quantities
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- 03
Bill of Quantities
- Every measured quantity, organised
- Review, adjust and add wastage
- Grouped by drawing or area
- Connected to the next stages
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- 04
Work Breakdown Structure
- Trade sections and construction activities
- Link takeoff quantities to activities
- AI can assign quantities for you
- Separate sheets for options
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- 05
Detailed Estimating
- Labour, material, plant and subcontract rates
- Your own unit-rate library (RateBuild)
- Contingency, margin and tax
- Live selling price as you edit
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- 06
Construction Program
- Program built from your estimate
- Durations, links and working calendars
- Gantt and network views
- Costs stay linked to the estimate
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- 07
Project Summary & Tender Package
- Project summary, costs and margins
- Pricing at the detail you choose
- Branded tender pages with program Gantt
- Export a PDF ready to submit
- Works from ChatGPT or Claude too
- Your Rate LibraryUse your own rates
- Defined ResourcesLabour, plant, subcontractors
- ProductivityBuilt into your estimates
- Connected DataTraceable across all stages
- More Accurate TendersSave time and reduce risk
Simple & flexible
See Plans and Pricing
Choose the plan that suits the way you work. Start with a free trial and explore available features.
Insights & knowledge
Smarter Estimating Starts with Better Knowledge
Practical guides, industry insights and expert information to help you estimate, plan and deliver with confidence.
Estimating methodsOperational vs Analytical Estimating: What's the Difference?18 Oct 2026
Software guidesHow to Choose the Right Construction Estimating Software18 Oct 2026
Takeoff & measurementAerial Takeoff vs Traditional Takeoff: When to Use Each18 Oct 2026
Costing & tenderingFrom Quantity Takeoff to Tender Submission: A Complete Guide18 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you get started.
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