Estimating Solutions Info

Estimating Solutions is an educational resource to help you learn about construction estimating. The website and videos include estimating lessons and articles to help you price your construction project. The lessons take a simple example of a foundation and solid floor construction and take you through the estimating process. The standard method of measurement Taking off quantities Developing the bill of quantities Pricing the bill of quantities Labour productivity and constants for estimating Developing a project plan from the estimated budgets Go to the website to watch the videos and download resources. Frequently asked questions. What is the standard method of measurement? The standard method of measurement (SMM) is a set of rules to measure construction works to allow all stakeholders to be on the same page. What is a bill of quantities? Bills of quantities are precise breakdowns of all the materials, labour, and parts required for a successful construction project. What do building estimators do? Building estimators calculate how much construction projects will cost, taking into account labour, material and equipment requirements. What is a construction takeoff? A construction takeoff is a process of listing and measuring the materials required for the project to calculate the cost to complete it. What is cost planning? Cost planning and control is the estimation of costs, the setting of an agreed budget, and the management of actual and forecast costs against that budget. What is a builder quote? A quote from a builder is a promise from the contractor to do the work at a fixed price. How do the estimating lessons work? The estimating lessons are six lessons to get you started and to learn how to price a construction project.