New Autodesk Construction Cloud Integration from Sterling Enhances Construction Take-off and Estimating

London, UK – August 1st, 2024 – Sterling, an innovator in cost and carbon estimating & Life Cycle solutions for the construction industry, today announced its newest integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud®, a portfolio of software and services that combines advanced technology, a builders network and predictive insights for construction teams. The new integration allows project managers to import 3D models, including associated 2D drawings within those models, from Autodesk® Build, Autodesk® Docs, or BIM 360® into Sterling for efficient quantity take-off during the cost planning and estimation process.

Project teams can now access project documentation managed in Autodesk Construction Cloud directly within Sterling. This new integration ensures quantity surveyors, cost estimators, and sustainability professionals always have access to the latest project documentation, providing confidence that their take-offs are accurate.

Sterling Take-off automatically displays the changes in geometry on 2D Drawings and 3D Models, which is reflected in changes to quantities, cost, and carbon from design changes. This enables project teams to better understand the impact of design updates. The integration of Sterling’s revisioning features and Autodesk Construction Cloud will bolster data transparency and accuracy.

Integrations like this improve project workflows, reduce manual input, minimise errors, and save time and costs, thus increasing confidence for Autodesk Construction Cloud and Sterling customers.

Don Henrich, an expert in the 5D BIM world as former CEO of Assemble and Co-Founder of Vico Software, said, “Few people realize that estimating is the sales engine for contractors. If you cannot estimate quickly and accurately you may miss out on a large project opportunity.  Mixed use of BIM and 2D Drawings can accelerate the production of a winning estimate and presentation for the contractor thereby improving their business.

Steve Brunning, CEO of Sterling, said, “We are very proud to be an Autodesk Construction Cloud partner. The integration not only brings an integrated solution to our customers for Take-off and Cost & Carbon estimating, but also supports the construction industry’s drive towards de-carbonization.”

James Hunter, Sterling’s CTO, said, “Our integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud is a game-changer for construction professionals. Connecting these two powerful platforms enables our users to streamline their workflows and enhance their productivity.”

“Efficient and accurate materials planning during preconstruction not only enables teams to win more work, but also minimizes future waste and rework,” said James Cook, director of industry & technology partnerships at Autodesk. “By generating cost and carbon estimates in Sterling from 3D models managed in Autodesk Construction Cloud, project managers can be confident that their take-off packages are based on the most current data.”

With this new integration, Sterling continues to lead the way in providing innovative solutions that empower construction professionals to achieve greater efficiency and sustainability in their projects. Integrating Sterling Cost & Carbon with Autodesk Construction Cloud marks an important milestone in our mission to provide clients with a fully integrated system that offers exceptional efficiencies and continuous improvement. This integration equips our clients with the solutions they need to address both current and future challenges in a rapidly evolving industry.