Building More Profitable Estimates with Autodesk ProEst

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How can estimating teams stay accurate, competitive, and profitable when costs are constantly changing and bid timelines are shrinking? Is your current estimating workflow providing the insight and accuracy needed to protect margins and win work?

Join Jorge Nassar of Graitec in this session as he explores common estimating challenges faced by contractors and shows how Autodesk ProEst supports smarter, data-driven decisions throughout the estimating lifecycle. We will see how contractors are addressing today’s most common estimating challenges using Autodesk ProEst, a cloud-based solution that unifies cost databases, digital takeoffs, bid day analysis, and reporting.

Learning Objectives

• Explain how standardized unit pricing supports more predictable project outcomes
• Assess digital takeoff methods that improve accuracy and reduce estimating time
• Use field-measured productivity rates in estimates to produce much more accurate proposals
• Develop client-ready proposals that align cost clarity with business objectives

Jorge Nassar

Technical Consultant

GRAITEC

Jorge Nassar

Jorge Nasar brings a wealth of experience as a Civil Engineer and Construction Specialist, with more than eight years of experience in the industry. During his tenure, he has assumed vital roles, demonstrating his adeptness in managing integration projects to enhance clients’ operational capabilities and system coherence. His expertise spans client relationship management, construction estimating and budget preparation, cost control, progress reporting, QA/QC, and HSEQ management. Jorge’s distinctive combination of industry and instructional experience makes his training sessions particularly valuable. He imparts knowledge of the tools and provides real-world context to aid learners in grasping practical applications. Jorge’s commitment to guiding individuals through their learning journey is unwavering.

Anna Liza Montenegro

Director of Marketing

GRAITEC

Anna Liza Montenegro

Anna Liza Montenegro is a the Marketing Director for Go-to-Market for North America at Graitec, she leads events, sales alignment, account-based marketing, customer engagement, and public relations across North America. Previously with Microsol Resources—now part of Graitec—she has built a career turning complex ideas into clear, compelling go-to-market strategies and high-impact product launches. She continues to champion brand growth and demand generation for key industry partners, including Autodesk, Bluebeam, McNeel Rhino, Chaos/Enscape, Egnyte, and others within Graitec’s robust portfolio. She is also a trained architect turned marketing strategist who thrives at the intersection of design, technology, and business in the AEC industry.