Unit Price Estimating Methods

by Chiang, John H.; Waier, Phillip R.

• ISBN13: 9780876290163
• ISBN10: 0876290160
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-05-22
• Publisher: RSMeans

Summary

This comprehensive reference explains everything you need to know about taking off and pricing detailed, unit price construction estimates. The book takes you through every step of the estimating process - from receipt of the plans, to detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing, to bidding strategies, and finally, cost control. Also includes electronic estimating forms you can access to download and customize from the book's own website.Organized for quick reference, the book features: Estimating guidance for every segment of construction by CSI MasterFormat division - the most recognized industry standard for organizing construction projects and costs Checklists and forms to streamline the estimating process What to watch out for - common errors and omissions How to calculate and apply direct and indirect costs, including overhead and profit A complete, fully updated sample cost estimate An appendix with labor hours for common construction operations

Author Biography

John H. Chiang and Phillip R. Waier are the authors of Unit Price Estimating Methods, 4th Edition, Updated, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Estimate Types

Order of Magnitude Estimates

Square Foot and Cubic Foot Estimates

Assemblies (Systems) Estimates

Unit Price Estimates

Before Starting The Estimate

The Quantity Takeoff

Pricing The Estimate

Sources of Cost Information

Types of Costs

The Paperwork

The Estimate Summary

Pre-Bid Scheduling

Upon Completing The Estimate

Bidding Strategies

Cost Control and Analysis

Productivity and Efficiency

Retainage and Cash Flow

Life Cycle Costs

Using Means Building Construction Cost Data

Format & Data

Unit Price Section

Square Foot and Cubic Foot Costs

Building Unit Prices and Assemblies for Your Own Work

Repair & Remodeling

City Cost Indexes

Reference Tables

Computerized Estimating Methods

Basic Spreadsheet Programs

Spreadsheet Add-on Programs

Complete Stand-alone Estimating Solutions

Pulsar Estimating Software

Summary

Estimating By Masterformat Division

Sample Estimate: Project Description

General Requirements

Sample Estimate

Site Construction

Sample Estimate

Concrete

Sample Estimate

Masonry

Sample Estimate

Metals

Sample Estimate

Wood and Plastics

Sample Estimate

Thermal and Moisture Protection

Sample Estimate

Doors and Windows

Sample Estimate

Finishes

Sample Estimate

Specialties

Sample Estimate

Equipment

Division 12

Special Construction

Conveying Systems

Sample Estimate

Mechanical

Sample Estimate

Electrical

Sample Estimate

Estimate Summary

Spec Aid

Reference Tables

Index

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