| Using a single case study, the book shows readers how to prepare their estimates and to develop the necessary skills needed to be successful in the construction industry. The text illustrates the process for developing three separate types of estimates: a budget estimate during design development, a guaranteed-maximum-price estimate for a cost-plus contract, and a bid for a lump-sum contract. The book also discusses analysis of subcontractor quotations as well as estimating job site general conditions and company overhead costs.
From the Back Cover:
Here is a new estimating text/reference that will give readers an understanding of the process of construction cost estimating and the skills to do estimates efficiently. Quantity take-off is covered, but the focus is on the fundamental principles, which underlie all successful estimates. A book-length case study helps readers see real-world applications during each phase of the project.
Some of the key features include:
- Emphasis on commercial construction estimates.
- Coverage of three types of estimates: budget estimate, guaranteed maximum price estimate, and bid for a lump sum contract.
- Actual plans and forms for the case study project.
- An educational version of WinEstimator for practice in using software to do estimates.
Table of Contents
Section I, Overview; Chapter 1, Introduction; Chapter 2, Case Study: Training Center; Section II, Budget Estimating Process; Chapter 3, Budget Estimates; Chapter 4, Budget Estimates for the Training Center; Chapter 5, Estimates for Preconstruction Services; Section III, Bid Contract Estimating Process; Chapter 6, Pre-Estimate Activities; Chapter 7, Quantity Take-Off; Chapter 8, Pricing Self-Performed Work; Chapter 9, Estimating Subcontractor Work; Chapter 10, Estimating General Conditions; Chapter 11, Completing the Estimate; Chapter 12, Unit Price Estimates; Chapter 13, Pre-Bid Day Activities; Chapter 14, Bid Day Activities; Chapter 15, Post-Bid Day Activities; Section IV, Negotiated Contract Estimating Process; Chapter 16, Guaranteed Maximum Price Estimates; Chapter 17, Fee Determination for Negotiating Contracts; Chapter 18, Guaranteed Maximum Price Estimates for the Case Study; Chapter 19, Cost Proposals for Negotiated Contracts; Section V, Advanced Estimating Topics; Chapter 20, Automated Estimating Techniques; Chapter 21, Other Types of Estimates; Chapter 22, Project Management Issues; Appendices. |
