In preparing the sixth edition ofEstimating Construction Coststhe author has retained the fundamental concepts of estimating that have made the book successful for many years. All of the example problems have been revised with more explanations regarding assumptions used in the calculations. This edition has reorganized and consolidated chapters to increase the clarity of the subject matter for the reader. Extensive new sections have been added on equipment, including graders equipped with GPS, and methods of calculating depreciation, investment, and operating costs of construction equipment. The computer estimating chapter is revised with additional material on the use of computers in preparing estimates for bidding purposes.
About the Authors
Preface
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Bid documents
Chapter 3 Estimating Process
Chapter 4 Conceptual Cost Estimating
Chapter 5 Cost of Construction Labor and Equipment
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