
In today’s competitive market, winning earthwork jobs isn’t just about undercutting the next guy. It’s about knowing your numbers, controlling your costs, and building bids that are both aggressive and profitable. The contractors who win consistently aren’t just moving dirt — they’re moving it smarter.
That’s where Soil Connect comes in. Whether you’re importing clean fill, exporting excess material, or lining up reliable haulers, our platform makes it easier to tighten up your numbers and bid with confidence.
Here’s how you can start bidding smarter — and winning more work:
Source Local Materials, Faster
Material costs are one of the biggest variables in any earthwork bid. And when you factor in trucking costs, the distance your dirt or aggregate has to travel can quickly eat away at your margins. Soil Connect helps you find available material closer to your site, cutting down on haul distances and saving you thousands over the life of a project.
- Search local listings for fill dirt, topsoil, or aggregates
- Post your material needs and receive inbound offers
- Reduce trucking costs, fuel spend, and turnaround times
Shorter hauls mean leaner bids — and more jobs won.
Compare Hauling Rates in Real Time
Trucking is one of the most unpredictable expenses in sitework. Rates swing based on availability, fuel prices, and local demand. With Soil Connect, you can instantly connect with haulers nearby, compare rates, and book the best option for your job.
- Source multiple hauling quotes for accurate bids
- Find haulers already operating in your area
- Avoid overpaying for last-minute trucking
Knowing your hauling numbers up front keeps your bid competitive without leaving your margins exposed.
Keep Jobs on Schedule and on Budget
Winning the bid is only the beginning — keeping the project moving is what protects your profit. Soil Connect’s digital tools help you track every load of material, monitor delivery schedules, and avoid delays that slow down your job and drive up costs.
- Track load movement in real time
- Monitor volumes and delivery times
- Prevent idle crews and equipment downtime
Better control in the field means fewer headaches and a stronger bottom line.
The Takeaway
If you’re still guessing on material availability, trucking rates, and delivery schedules, you’re likely overbidding to protect yourself — or worse, underbidding and losing money. The contractors who win in this market aren’t necessarily moving more dirt; they’re moving it smarter.
With Soil Connect, you can:
- Source material closer to your jobsite
- Lock in better hauling rates
- Track every load from pickup to delivery
The result is tighter, more accurate bids that win more jobs without eroding your margins.
Start Bidding Smarter Today
Create your free Soil Connect account and see how simple it is to take control of your dirt and hauling costs before the bid goes out. Sign up today and start moving dirt smarter