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Now in its second edition, this essential
book clearly and precisely explains all the procedures involved
in compiling an estimate of the cost of construction work.
Modern, updated coverage includes quantity takeoff, pricing of
the contractor's work, pricing subtrade work, pricing site
overheads, and compiling bid documents. This thorough grounding
in the principles of construction estimating offers readers the
skills required to successfully perform the work of a
professional estimator. Drawings for two complete projects –
one residential and one commercial – lead users through the
complete estimating process for each and forms a basic framework
that can easily be applied to various trades on many different
types of construction projects. 432 pp.
Features:
all-new Timberline Precision Estimating software is included with
the book, allows readers to interact with the material for
estimating as it is pursued in today's fully equipped estimating
office
a sample house project has a straightforward design that allows
users to focus on the estimating method without getting side-tracked
unraveling the details of a more complex structure
the sample estimate for an office/warehouse building provides a
step-by-step description of computer estimating using the Timberline
Precision Estimating software that comes with the book
end-of-chapter review questions help identify the major points of
the chapter and provide an opportunity to work through practical
problems that further develop estimating skills
Fundamentals of Construction Estimating - Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Estimating Process & Preliminary Procedures
Measuring Quantities Generally
Measuring Site Work, Excavation & Planning
Measuring Concrete Work
Measuring Masonry Work
Measuring Carpentry & Miscellaneous Items
Pricing Generally
Pricing Construction Equipment
Pricing Excavation & Backfill
Pricing Concrete Work
Pricing Masonry, Carpentry, & Finishes Work
Pricing Subcontractor's Work
Pricing General Expenses
Closing the Bid
Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 2nd Edition
Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 2nd Edition
