Cost & Carbon Estimating

Construction cost & carbon estimating, package management and lifecycle
Climate Change Mitigation Advancing Net Zero

Problem Addressed

Sterling DCS’s product directly addresses the dual challenge of cost efficiency and carbon reduction in the construction industry, which has historically struggled to balance financial imperatives with environmental responsibility. Traditional construction practices often overlook the long-term environmental impact of projects, leading to excessive carbon emissions and resource wastage. By integrating advanced carbon estimation and management tools into their preconstruction solution, they empower stakeholders to make informed decisions that consider both cost and carbon implications from the outset. This proactive approach not only helps reduce the carbon footprint of individual projects but also promotes a broader shift towards sustainable construction practices across the industry. Their aim is to enable the construction sector to meet its sustainability targets without compromising on financial viability.

Solution Overview

Sterling is a comprehensive SaaS solution designed to revolutionise the preconstruction phase of projects by integrating cost estimation, planning, and carbon management into a unified platform. Their solution offers a suite of modules that include Cost Estimating, Planning, Take-off (2D and 3D), and a Package Manager for subcontractor pricing, all seamlessly aligned with industry standards such as RICS NRM3 and ICMS. The Life Cycle module further ensures that sustainability is embedded throughout the project life cycle, providing insights into the long-term carbon impact of materials and methods used.

By addressing the challenge of balancing financial efficiency with carbon reduction, Sterling enables construction professionals to make data-driven decisions that optimise both costs and environmental outcomes. Their solution is designed to work as a standalone tool but can also integrate with other project management and BIM software, enhancing its flexibility and utility within diverse workflows.

The effectiveness of Sterling can be measured through tangible metrics such as reductions in project carbon emissions, cost savings, and the accuracy of carbon estimates. For instance, projects using Sterling can demonstrate significant improvements in carbon efficiency, potentially achieving up to a 30% reduction in emissions by optimising material choices, construction methods, and resource allocation. This ensures that their clients not only meet their sustainability targets but also gain a competitive edge in an increasingly environmentally-conscious market.

 

Company name

Sterling DCS Ltd

UK availability

Yes

Solution launch date

2022 – Q1

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Cost Benefit

Sterling substantially reduces per-user costs and minimises the carbon footprint associated with estimation processes through its SaaS delivery using modern technology.

Collaboration is fostered across project stakeholder groups, resulting in up to a 20% reduction in wasted effort. By integrating cost and carbon teams within a single platform, workflows are streamlined and eliminate the need for multiple tools, therefore simplifying the estimation process. The requirement for separate take-off tools is also removed using Sterling’s advanced measurement capabilities, lowering the total cost of ownership even further. Beyond your own organisation, Sterling breaks down barriers by facilitating pricing communication with delivery partners, reducing email traffic, minimising errors, and improving outcomes efficiently.

Case Study

Rapid DCS has been implemented on a range of projects, including for the following asset types:

  • Small Housing Development – Kent Contractor
  • Bridge – Tier 1 Contractor
  • Hospital – Tier 1 Contractor
  • Residential Block Refit – Essex Contractor

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