How We Support Your Vision

Every ambitious infrastructure project begins with more than just plans—it starts with intent, complexity, and risk. Whether you’re modernizing transit, upgrading energy systems, or advancing water infrastructure, clarity in scope and cost is what moves ideas into action.

At IronCore Systems, we help project teams align vision with execution. Through accurate cost modeling, system integration insight, and risk-informed strategy, we bring structure to complexity—so stakeholders can make informed decisions with confidence.

Your project has the potential to redefine what’s possible. Our role is to ensure it’s built on a foundation of precision, accountability, and actionable insight.

Cost Estimating & Budget Development

We deliver precise electrical and systems cost estimates across all project phases—conceptual through final design. Our deep understanding of OCS, traction power, process controls, instrumentation, and high-voltage distribution ensures your estimates reflect true buildability, not guesswork.

  • Independent Cost Estimates (ICE)

  • ROM to Class I estimates

  • Labor modeling and productivity benchmarking

  • Pricing validation against union rates and NECA standards

  • Support for CMAR, DBB, DB, and PDB delivery

Project Controls & Capital Forecasting

We assist PM and preconstruction teams in building out realistic forecasts, cash flow models, and schedule-to-cost linkages that align with earned value management (EVM) goals.

  • WBS and cost code structuring

  • Manhour curves and FTE modeling

  • Forecasting support for capital planning

  • Preconstruction phase services and bid-leveling support

Systems Integration & Controls Advisory

We bring cross-sector expertise in integrating complex electrical and control systems, particularly where industrial automation, transit power, and water infrastructure converge.

  • Instrumentation takeoffs and I/O mapping

  • Panel schedule and power distribution reviews

  • High-speed automation (logistics, packaging, AGV, etc.)

  • PLC/SCADA cost strategy and programming scope definition

Project Controls & Capital Forecasting

We help teams sharpen their competitive edge during preconstruction—bringing clarity, precision, and technical depth to your proposals. Whether you're the GC, a specialty sub, or an owner preparing internal estimates, we ensure your electrical and systems scopes are positioned for success.

  • Cost narrative and bid package development

  • Pricing strategy for complex or phased scopes

  • Schedule-to-cost integration for pursuit modeling

  • Technical support during pre-bid RFIs and scope clarifications

  • Proposal alignment with delivery method (CMAR, DB, DBB, PDB)

Risk Assessment & Value Engineering

We identify scope gaps, labor inefficiencies, and procurement risks early—when they’re cheapest to fix. Our analysis helps owners, engineers, and contractors make informed tradeoffs.

  • Scope and constructability risk reviews

  • Cost variance analysis (contractor vs. ICE vs. market)

  • Bid item normalization and reconciliation

  • Value engineering alternatives with quantified savings

Project Controls & Capital Forecasting

Whether it’s a rail modernization, pump station rehab, or tunnel electrification—we help owners understand the systems side of the job, often overlooked in early design.

  • Peer review of engineer’s estimates

  • CAPEX-to-OPEX impact modeling

  • Procurement strategy for control + electrical scope

  • Coordination across MEP, civil, and signals interfaces

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