Free project-level diagnostic
The Fixed-Fee Reality Check
Before you send the proposal, find out if the fee is already too low. Use real hourly cost—not billing rate.
INPUTS / SHEET 01Project information
Use real hourly cost, not billing rate.The defaults are placeholders. Replace them once you know salary, payroll tax, benefits, overhead, and actual billable capacity.
LABOR PLAN / SHEET 02Estimated labor by role
RoleHourly costEstimated hoursLabor cost
Principal
$
Project Manager
$
Job Captain / Intermediate
$
Junior Designer
$
Admin / Coordinator
$
PRE-FLIGHT / SHEET 03Optional questions to consider before sending a proposal
Did I consider client revisions?
Did I include agency (DOB) comments?
Did I include coordination time?
Did I include construction administration?
Did I include project management hours?
Did I include landlord or board review time?
Do I know the construction cost per square foot?
Do I actually know the hourly cost for each role?
Pricing diagnostic only. This tool does not replace accounting, tax, legal, or project-specific professional advice.