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

CivilJungle

Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc.). Drawings : Planning , sectional elevations, and accurate scale drawings are needed, completely dimensioned. Typically the plan, elevation and sectional elevations are drawn to a scale of 1cm = 1m and accurate drawings are planned for scales of 1cm = 10cm to 1cm = 29cm. Specifications.

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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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(Still) Waiting for the Home Building Technology Revolution

Pro Builder

But despite access to an online scheduling portal from a big-name software company, most of the actual scheduling and updates were done by the field superintendent by phone. A couple of years ago, a client asked me to create a list of the best software systems for handling everything from back-office tasks to scheduling.

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Why You Need Integrated Construction Software

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Having integrated software is key to your success as a modern contractor. Without software that connects your back office, project team and field staff, it’s too easy to miss project deadlines. Integrated software (like Viewpoint’s Jobpac Connect ERP ). Data must be delivered to office and re-keyed into software.

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16 Things Every Contractor Should Know When Bidding a Job Order Contract

Job Order Contracting

For example, are drawings given to the general contractor 50% of the time? Information should include a description of current conditions including access, materials, dimensions, and a drawing/PDF, as well as a description and drawing/PDF of requirements. Learn more… 1. Information varies by Owner. Learn more… 5.

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Job Order Contracting Glossary

Building Information Management

The document may be referenced in the job order contract and may/or may not be directly provided by the creator of the unit price book and/or job order contract software. The proposal may also contain approved drawings, work schedule, permits, or other documentation as the school district may require for a specific job order.

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Construction Cost Estimating Blog: How to prepare a bid estimate to.

Construction Cost Estimating

In order to prepare an accurate construction bid, the most current drawings, project specifications and copies of any addenda or change bulletins that have been issued are required. In case the drawings are submitted from a plan room, the addenda and bidding requirements should be checked properly. Review the drawing and floor plans.