Fundamentals of construction estimating

This comprehensive resource offers thorough instruction on the principles of construction estimating and helps readers develop the skills they need to become professional estimators. FUNDAMENTALS OF CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING, Fourth Edition, presents estimating procedures in a straightforward and enga...

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Main Author: Pratt, David J. 1946- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boston, MA Cengage 2019
Edition:Fourth edition
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction.
  • 2. The BID Process and Preliminary Procedures
  • 3. Measuring Quantities Generally
  • 4. Measuring Sitework, Excavation and Piling
  • 5. Measuring Concrete Work
  • 6. Measuring Masonry Work.
  • 7. Measuring Carpentry and Miscellaneous Items
  • 8. Pricing Generally.
  • 9. Pricing Construction Equipment.
  • 10. Pricing Excavation and Backfill.
  • 11. Pricing Concrete Work
  • 12. Pricing Masonry, Carpentry and Finishes Work
  • 13. Pricing Subcontractors' Work
  • 14. Pricing General Expenses.
  • 15. Closing the Bid
  • 16. Budget Estimating
  • 17. Elemental Estimating
  • 18. Life-Cycle Costing.