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Introduction to Estimating for Construction

By: Language: English Publication details: Oxon Routledge 2013ISBN:
  • 9780415509879
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 692.5 $2 18
Partial contents:
Introduction to estimating construction work -- The nature of costs in construction -- Early contractor involvement in tendering procedures -- The stages of development of construction projects -- Estimating techniques at inception and desing stages -- Estimating techniques at design completion stage -- Conversion of a contractor's estimate -- The construction stage -- Other costs applicapble to construction work
Summary: This is an easy to read introduction to building estimating for undergraduate students, or anyone working in a quantity surveying or construction commercial management role who needs a quick reference.

Introduction to estimating construction work -- The nature of costs in construction -- Early contractor involvement in tendering procedures -- The stages of development of construction projects -- Estimating techniques at inception and desing stages -- Estimating techniques at design completion stage -- Conversion of a contractor's estimate -- The construction stage -- Other costs applicapble to construction work

This is an easy to read introduction to building estimating for undergraduate students, or anyone working in a quantity surveying or construction commercial management role who needs a quick reference.