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Types of Estimates in Building Construction

Construction Cost Estimating

The contractors make estimate for creating the budget of the project or bidding the project. Different types of estimates are prepared according to project manual and submitted drawing as well as objective of applying estimated data. It also comprises of insurance, bond, equipment and other useful elements.

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What Is Estimate | Types of Estimate |Requirement Data for Estimation |Advantage of Estimate | Disadvantage of Estimate | Types of Cost Estimation

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In the budget, allowance towards contingencies, 3 percent to 5 percent of the total expense, is designed to accommodate miscellaneous minor costs that are not part of any work item. percent to 2 percent of the expected expense in the work-charged establishment budget. Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc.). Overhead Water Tank. #2.

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Types of Estimate found on various stages of a Project

Construction Cost Estimating

An estimator has to be very careful about the quantity takeoff using the given data such as drawings, specifications and other documents about the project. Direct Cost includes cost of materials, equipment, labor and subcontracted cost; while the Indirect cost includes overheads and contingency.

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Job Order Contract Unit Price Book Basics

Job Order Contracting

Detailed line items are also used to create and validate construction budgets. In addition, the ability to review and interpret construction drawings, work with cost estimating formulas and technologies, communicate information to disparate disciplines and audiences, and attention to detail are all additional requirements.

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Small Projects to Make Your Kitchen Look New

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Making an older kitchen look new again doesn’t have to be a big budget ordeal. Any home improvement project begins with a projected budget and a thorough evaluation of the room. Decide what can be salvaged and what should be replaced considering your designated budget range. Determine What You Would Like to Change.

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Common Types of Construction Contracts And Their Use

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Competitive Value – if the drawings are complete, having competitively tendered the project can create value as people try to beat each other for the project. The contractor typically provides a budget or estimate for the project that is based on a set of documents and fills in any blanks or risks with their experience.

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Rory Woolsey's Construction Estimating Blog: Mark It Up!

Rory Woolsey

“ What are the” appropriate” markups for overhead, profit and contingency when budgeting facilities construction projects?” ” I get this question a lot from my architect friends when helping them budget their projects through the design process. Thursday, May 31, 2012. Mark It Up!