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Pihl Excavating Wins More Quality Bids with HeavyBid Pre-Construction

Tomas Zilka, Vice President of Operations for Pihl Excavating, needed to reduce the risk of potential job opportunities being lost or forgotten over time.

HCSS Product Releases Q2 2025

We've made enhancements to give you more tracking, customization, and rich data that'll help you make informed decisions.

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Helping Build the Next Generation of Estimators

Read how HCSS played a key role in the 2025 OCA Student Estimating Competition.

Empowering the Future of Construction: HCSS and Partners Connect with Students at Chico State

By linking classroom learning with industry practices, HCSS gives students valuable insights into construction technology.

Estimating Product Releases Q1 2025

Kicking off the new year strong, Q1 is all about looking ahead. We’ve leveraged our power of seamless, connected data within our ecosystem to future-proof your workflows and keep you...

The Next Generation of HeavyBid is Coming Soon

HCSS revolutionizes estimating once again - welcome to the new era of civil and infrastructure construction!

Transforming Estimating with Bulk Exchange and HCSS HeavyBid Integration: How a Seasoned Estimator Stays Ahead of the Game

Whether you’re a veteran estimator or a fresh graduate looking to make an impact — this integration helps ensure your estimates are up-to-date and accurate.

FHWA Announces $62 Billion in Infrastructure Funding

Projects ramp up as states look to improve roads, bridges, & new transportation solutions.

HeavyBid: The Ultimate Construction Estimating Tool for Heavy Civil and Infrastructure Projects

Once you start bidding and winning more with HeavyBid, the results will speak for themselves. Here are the features estimators can no longer work without.

Maximizing Opportunities from IIJA Funding

Learn how industry leaders use technology to max out the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

HCSS Partners with DBIA for 2024 National Student Design-Build Competition

Setting up the future industry leaders with the best estimating software in the game.

4 Common Business Problems Solved by HeavyBid

With so many issues in the bidding process, estimators deserve an all-encompassing solution that is even bigger than their problems.

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