Build Intelligence

Build Intelligence — AI Tools for Construction. Build Intelligence is KJL's dedicated AI initiative, developing practical tools for construction and project management professionals.

We're developing AI-assisted workflows for sharper budget tracking, faster issue resolution, and more transparent client reporting — practical tools built to support the owner's-rep work KJL already does, not replace the judgment our clients rely on us for. This work is actively in progress, and we'll share more details as these tools roll out across our active projects.

Bid Leveling

When managing construction bids, clarity and consistency across subcontractor proposals are essential. LevelSet provides precise, fast, and accountable bid leveling so teams and clients can confidently award contracts.

Why LevelSet for bid leveling

  • Standardized comparisons: Converts varied proposals into a normalized format—aligned scope items, unit rates, allowances, and exclusions—so bids are truly comparable.

  • Faster turnaround: Automated extraction and structured reports reduce days of manual review to hours, speeding procurement and preserving schedules.

  • Reduced risk: Identifies omissions, mismatches, and hidden assumptions to avoid unexpected change orders or scope gaps.

  • Clear audit trail: Versioning, documented assumptions, and exportable comparisons create defensible procurement records.

  • Collaboration and transparency: Centralized leveled reports and comment threads keep owners, PMs, and estimators aligned without digging through emails or PDFs.

  • Scalable: Handles projects of any size, from single-trade refurbishments to multi-trade ground-up programs in New York City.

For comparing and leveling contractor and GC bids, we use LevelSet.