AI Estimating for Government Construction: Balancing Speed, Accuracy and Trust
September 17, 2026
As AI becomes enmeshed in estimating and other preconstruction activities, public sector entities are exploring how to use the technology to enhance workflows without compromising accuracy, security, transparency and oversight.
In this recorded webcast, produced by GovExec, an official from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and one of Gordian’s resident data experts discuss how federal government leaders and practitioners are navigating the delicate balance between productivity and veracity.
Check out the conversation for:
- An examination of the differences between general-purpose AI tools and models purpose-built for construction estimating
- Practical use cases for AI in estimating, quantity takeoffs, scope development and other preconstruction activities — and where human expertise is absolutely necessary
- The importance of trusted data as part of any AI estimating tool
Speakers
Zebulon Fox
Assoc. Exec. Dir., Office of Construction & Facilities Mgmt
United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Sam Giffin
Principal Product Manager
Gordian
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