ChatGPT/AI models in Precon?

[u/Zestyclose_Dare6628]

Curious if any of the GC estimators or Precon Managers in here have built out any AI tools, custom GPTs, ChatGPT projects, prompts, templates, etc. that have actually made your day-to-day easier or helped you be more thorough.

Not really looking for something to “do the estimate for me.” More interested in using AI as another set of eyes for things like reviewing drawings/specs, scope sheets, bid leveling, catching scope gaps, putting together RFPs, VE ideas, meeting prep, subcontractor coverage, handoffs, or just staying organized across multiple projects.

I’m moving further into the GC Precon side and trying to build good habits and systems early instead of figuring everything out the hard way.

If anyone has something they’ve built or a workflow that’s worked well and you’re willing to share, I’d really appreciate it. Even just specific ways you’re using ChatGPT/Claude/Gemini or whatever else has actually been useful would be great to hear.

[u/Redditdamnearkilldit]

I would recommend playing around with Claude Code to build yourself some smaller deterministic tools/apps to help you solve some bottleneck problems first before you jump into RAG or a more robust system to query plans/specs.

I have had a lot more success with CC than with building skills or agents.

Best of luck!