AI-Assisted BOQ Generation
Move from Drawings to Structured BOQs Faster
Start Free TrialPreparing a Bill of Quantities (BOQ) is one of the most time-intensive steps in construction estimating. Estimators must analyse drawings, interpret scope, organise work items, and structure them into a format suitable for pricing.
Traditionally, this process involves manually building BOQ structures line by line while constantly referring to drawings and specifications.
AedisPro introduces:
Instead of starting from a blank sheet, estimators can generate structured BOQ frameworks and refine them based on project requirements
The Challenge of Manual BOQ Preparation
Careful organisation of project information line by line
Creating a BOQ manually requires careful organisation of project information.
Estimators typically need to:
Review drawings to identify scope
Define BOQ sections for each trade
Create line items for each work component
Structure descriptions clearly
Reference specifications for accuracy
Switching between:
For large projects, BOQ preparation can involve hundreds of line items and multiple sections, making the process both time-consuming and repetitive
Generate BOQ Structures Using Prompts
Create structured frameworks based on project scope
AedisPro allows estimators to generate BOQ structures using simple prompts.
Instead of manually defining every section and item, users can instruct the system to create a structured BOQ framework based on project scope.
The AI agent can assist by:
Generating BOQ sections
Based on trade or scope categories
Organising work items
Within each section logically
Structuring descriptions
In a clear and readable format
Preparing framework
Ready for quantity input and pricing
This allows estimators to move from drawing analysis to structured BOQ preparation much faster
Add Specification Context Automatically
Integrate specification requirements into BOQ items
BOQ preparation often requires referencing specifications to ensure that work items are defined correctly.
Estimators may need to:
AedisPro helps by:
Allowing users to extract relevant context from specification documents using prompts.
The AI agent can assist in:
This reduces the need to manually search through large specification documents while preparing the BOQ
From Unstructured Drawings to Structured BOQ
Traditional Workflow
Drawings + Specifications
Manual Interpretation
Manual BOQ Creation
Manual Structuring
Ready for Pricing
AI-Assisted Workflow with AedisPro
Drawings + Specifications
AI Drawing Analysis
Prompt-Based BOQ Generation
Specification Context Integration
Structured BOQ Ready for Pricing
This workflow helps estimators organise project information more efficiently and reduces the time required to build BOQ structures
Maintain a Natural BOQ Structure
Structured and readable formats that feel familiar
Professional estimators are used to presenting BOQs in a structured and readable format.
AedisPro ensures that generated BOQ structures align with how estimators naturally organise work.
BOQs are structured with:
Instead of producing generic outputs, the system supports workflows that feel familiar to estimating professionals
Refine and Customise Generated BOQs
Full control over the final BOQ structure
AI-assisted generation provides a starting point, but estimators remain in full control.
Edit BOQ Sections
Modify section names and organisation
Adjust Descriptions
Refine item descriptions to match requirements
Add or Remove Items
Insert additional items or remove unnecessary ones
Customise Notes
Add project-specific notes and scope definitions
This ensures that the final BOQ reflects project-specific requirements while benefiting from faster initial structuring
Key Capabilities for AI-Assisted BOQ Generation
Prompt-Based BOQ Creation
Generate structured BOQ frameworks quickly using natural prompts.
Specification Context Integration
Extract relevant information from specifications and apply it to BOQ items.
Structured Output for Estimating
Create BOQ formats that are ready for pricing and project evaluation.
Flexible Editing and Control
Refine generated BOQs to match project requirements and estimator preferences.
Benefits of AI-Assisted BOQ Generation
Faster BOQ Preparation
Reduce the time required to create structured BOQ frameworks from scratch
Reduced Manual Organisation
Avoid repetitive work when building BOQ structures across projects
Improved Clarity in BOQ Items
Incorporate specification context to improve the quality of BOQ descriptions
More Efficient Estimating Workflow
Move from drawings to structured BOQ faster, allowing more time for pricing and analysis
A Smarter Way to Build BOQs
Preparing a BOQ will always require professional judgement and experience. However, modern estimating workflows can benefit from tools that reduce repetitive structuring tasks.
AedisPro introduces AI-assisted BOQ generation that helps estimators create structured BOQs faster, integrate specification context, and organise project information more efficiently.
By combining prompt-based generation with drawing analysis and document understanding, AedisPro helps estimating teams move from drawings to structured BOQs with greater efficiency.
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