Commercial Construction Cost Calculator
Budget a commercial building by type, size, U.S. region and schedule, with options for EV charging, solar-ready provisions and smart building controls.
How the commercial construction cost calculator works
Choose the building type and enter the gross square footage. The calculator applies a benchmark cost per square foot for that type and adjusts it for the U.S. region you select, because labor and material costs differ widely between regions.
Expedited schedules cost more because of overtime, premium deliveries and trade stacking, while large phased projects can gain some efficiency. A core-and-shell option prices the building without tenant interiors.
Add-ons such as EV charging, solar-ready roof and electrical provisions and a building management system are added as allowances per square foot.
The results show a likely range, cost per square foot, an indicative schedule and an average monthly draw, plus how the cost typically splits between structure and shell, interiors, MEP and general requirements.
Need a bid-ready number?
Calculators are for budgeting. For bids, we measure your drawings and price every line item in Excel, with marked-up plans.
- All CSI trades
- Local labor and material pricing
- Single-trade estimates from $150
Commercial Construction Cost Calculator: common questions
Can't find your answer? Call (850) 343-4090 or email info@premiumestimatings.com.
Which building types are included?
Office, warehouse, retail, restaurant, medical office, industrial, hotel, mixed-use and school buildings.
What is the average monthly draw?
The total estimate divided by the indicative schedule, a simple guide for cash-flow planning.
Does it include site work?
Typical site work is included in the benchmark. Unusual site conditions need a detailed estimate.
Can you estimate my commercial project exactly?
Yes. Send your drawings for a detailed estimate organized by CSI division.
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