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January 2015 Estimating Survey – Estimating Best Practices

Construction Dive

Last month in ConstructionPro Week, we presented an overview of the results of our January 2015 Estimating Survey, including methods used to perform take-offs, sources of cost/pricing data, use of technology and overall satisfaction ratings. The survey also asked readers to share three best practices for developing a solid estimate.

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Construction Starts to Rise in 2015: Dodge

Construction Equipment

Dodge Data & Analytics released its 2015 Dodge Construction Outlook, predicting that total U.S. construction starts for 2015 will rise 9 percent to $612 billion, a larger gain than the 5 percent increase to $564 billion estimated for 2014.'

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The 2015 JBK Construction Technology Report is here!

Cassell Construction Estimating

This report reveals the comprehensive results from the 45 question 2015 survey with commentary and analysis from the perspective of a construction technology solutions provider. If you participated in the survey in July 2015 than you’ll want to see the results from your participation. Name * Email *.

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January 2015 Estimating Survey - Preliminary Results

Construction Dive

More than 200 responses were received from last month''s estimating survey, which closed on February 3. The goal of the survey was three fold:Learn about the use of spreadsheet software and estimating applicationBecome familiar with best practices in estimating, andUnderstand the role of risk management practices in pricing projects.In

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Arizona Sales Tax Prime Contracting Examples for 2015: How to Receive Automatic Updates

Carol Hagen

of Revenue; David James, FNF Construction at the CFMA luncheon The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Valley of the Sun Chapter recently hosted a TPT Changes Panel Discussion of the new hybrid sales tax system going into effect January 1, 2015. Bulk filing by jurisdiction by January 1, 2015.

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Digital Dryshack # 74: Notes from the Floor, World of Concrete 2015

Cassell Construction Estimating

Back then I stayed the entire duration, affording the opportunity to take advantage of some of the excellent educational seminars on estimating, business management, and team-building, to name a few. eTakeoff ‘s Bridge , which maps digital Takeoff to Sage Estimating was on display at Sage. See you there next year!

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2015 – Creating a Database for Construction Cost Estimating

Building Information Management

There are several key considerations when developing a “living” database for construction cost estimating. General organizational structure: Portfolio, Contracts, Projects, Estimates. 4clicks.com/construction-cost-estimating-software-comparison/.' Please review and add to the list! buildings.