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Access ConQuest

For over 30 years, Access ConQuest software has given construction companies the control, accuracy and time-saving tools to create concise project estimates and gain visibility over the estimating process. 

Access ConQuest software is trusted by over 900 companies from across the sector, improving bid to win ratios, lowering risk and protecting profits.

The most trusted and easy-to-use estimating software on the market

What is Access ConQuest?

Our all-in-one estimating management software enables you to manage the estimating & pre-construction process quickly and accurately so you can manage your projects with clear visibility. ConQuest allows users to create and manage every aspect of your project from drawing takeoff, standard libraries, resource management, subcontractor enquires, right through to managing subcontractor bids, project handover and valuations. 

Our software is built with you in mind. Its design is user-friendly, so picking up the basics is practical and straightforward. 

ConQuest is perfect for most types of contractors, developers, civil engineers, fit-out companies and many specialist subcontractors.

Why do 900+ contractors choose Access ConQuest?

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Streamline Your Estimating Process

Quick, accurate and simple-to-build estimates. Build your own Bill of Quantities pulling from our library of over 10 million costed items.

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Create More Bids

20% of estimation time is lost on re-work. ConQuest helps avoid human error, and easily extracts existing data to speed up your work and help you bid for more projects.

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Protect Your Profits

Save time, win more business and lower risk with fast estimations, easy subcontractor bid comparisons and industry-leading tender management.

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Find out how Access ConQuest helps you manage your tender workload

Access ConQuest modules

Access ConQuest is an all-in-one estimating tool - covering you from takeoff to managing subcontractor enquiries.  

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Estimating

Create and quickly rework bills of quantities using our library of over 10 million items.

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Takeoff

ConQuest Single Screen Takeoff automatically transfers measurements from drawings, PDFs and CAD files which easily integrates with your bill of quantities. 

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Online enquiries

Easily manage, track and compare your subcontractor and supplier enquiries with our integrated module.   


I save around 3-4 days per tender by using (Access ConQuest) Online Enquiries. If we price 150 tenders per year, this will give approximately 500 man-days longer for our supply chain to price the enquiry.

David Barbour, Estimating Manager, akp Scotland

Customer Success Story - EE Smith

ConQuest transformed interior fit-out and joinery contractor EE Smith’s estimating workflow. The ability to quickly rework estimates without starting from scratch has helped EE Smith to win bids, create more estimates and form strong client relationships.

(We can now) become competitive… producing net bills, gross bills for the client, which ConQuest does at the flick of a switch

ConQuest Implementation

Access ConQuest is designed to make your job easier and grow your business.

Our implementation, training and support does the same – we get you up and running and reaping the benefits of ConQuest straight away.

Smooth, scheduled remote implementation

Our onboarding team works closely with you to ensure that ConQuest’s implementation is scheduled and rolled out with minimal disruption to your business.

Our remote implementation is fast, simple and means you can reap the benefits of Access ConQuest straight away.

Installation happened on the planned day and worked first time

Mark Davis, Buckingham Group

ConQuest Training

Develop and refresh your knowledge with tailored training

We provide full Access ConQuest training, tailored to different users and needs. We provide both basic and advanced training as your team adapts to ConQuest, from module-specific training through to courses for those using every feature of the software.

Training was good and setting this up was easy … the trainer can control the event keeping everyone learning at the same pace

Mark Davis, Buckingham Group

ConQuest Support

A dedicated, responsive customer support team

Our dedicated and highly knowledgeable support team is there to help you to keep getting the most out of the software, whether you’re a new or an experienced user. We know our customers use ConQuest in different ways, and that your needs might change, but with years of experience within the support team, they are able to help you with any queries that might arise.

Support are amazing, they react very quickly, you don’t have to wait. They always give straight forward, easy to understand advice, even if you are not technical

Geoff Hawley, G Hawley Estimating

Why have 900+ companies across the UK decided to use Access ConQuest?

It's really quite simple...

70 %

faster than Excel

30

years experience as industry-leading estimating software

7000 +

staff employed by The Access Group

How Much Does ConQuest Estimating Software Cost?

ConQuest is available in three packages suited to the size and scale of your business.  

All of our packages include the ability to import or create your own bill-of-quantities, access to our industry-tailored customisable libraries, and the ability to modify existing or build-up your own labour, material and plant rates. 

Additional modules are available at extra cost to create a package bespoke to your needs. These include 2D & 3D Takeoff and Valuations. 

We also have bespoke packages available for freelance estimators. To find out more, contact us about our freelance options.

*Cloud hosting charged separately on all packages

ConQuest Essentials

Ideal for specialist contractors, subcontractors or consultants.

From £200 Per user per month
Features include:
  • Core Estimating Module
  • Projects Register
  • SMM7 & CESMM Cost Library Packs
  • Reporting
  • Essential Support Plan
  • Up to 5 users
  • *Additional modules including 2D & 3D Takeoff available at separate cost
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ConQuest Professional

Ideal for principal contractors pricing via first principles, subcontract rates or cost planning for a range of projects.

From £250 Per user per month (3 users minimum)
Features include:
  • Core Estimating Package
  • Projects Register
  • SMM7 & CESMM Cost Library Packs
  • Reporting
  • Online Enquiries
  • Subcontractor & Supplier Comparisons
  • Links – Export Reports Directly to 3rd Party Systems
  • Comprehensive Support Plan
  • Up to 10 users
  • *Additional modules including 2D & 3D Takeoff available at separate cost
ConQuest Advanced

Ideal for estimators within a large main contractor who are pricing estimates for a range of large scale construction projects across multiple teams.

From £300 Per user per month
Features include:
  • Core Estimating Package
  • Projects Register
  • SMM7 , CESMM & NRM2 Cost Library Packs
  • Reporting
  • Online Enquiries
  • Subcontractor & Supplier Comparisons
  • Links – Export Reports Directly to 3rd Party Systems
  • Q-Lib Library
  • 2D & 3D Take Off
  • Cost Planning
  • Valuations
  • 3rd Party Integrations
  • Premier Support Plan
  • Unlimited users
  • *Additional modules including 2D & 3D Takeoff available at separate cost

Explore our construction management software further

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Estimating

Whatever your role in the estimating and tendering process, ConQuest estimating software is cloud-based and helps you work quickly, accurately and with ease.

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Construction ERP

Manage your stock, plant and assets, labour and costings. Feed this information real-time back to the office quickly and easily.

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Procurement

Keep control of your costs. Check purchase orders against estimates, reconcile, track and review against historical data all stored in our construction management software.

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ConQuest software FAQs

What Is ConQuest Software?

ConQuest is industry-leading estimating software for the construction industry. It covers takeoff, building bill of quantities and managing online enquiries. With 30 years’ experience and integrated into over 1,000 construction businesses, ConQuest provides visibility, accuracy and control to construction estimates.

ConQuest is part of The Access Group’s suite of software built for the construction industry.

How Do I Switch To ConQuest?

ConQuest can be implemented into your business easily, especially as a cloud-hosted solution. Our consultants will work closely with your business and IT specialists to ensure a smooth implementation.


Book a demo with one of our consultants to see ConQuest in action.

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