Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work

• Main Author: Brook, Martin (Author)
• Format: Manuscript Book
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon, Oxon Routledge 2017
• Edition: Fifth edition
• Subjects: Building > Estimates; Letting of contracts
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• Item Description: Includes index
• Physical Description: xxi, 334 pages illustrations 25 cm.
• ISBN: 9781138687165; 9781138838062

This book reflects recent developments in the field and covers new tendering and procurement methods the move from basic estimating to cost-planning and the greater emphasis placed on partnering and collaborative working the New Rules of Measurement (NRM1 and 2), and examines ways in which practicing estimators are implementing the guidance emerging technologies such as BIM (Building Information Modelling) and estimating systems which can interact with 3D design models. It also explains the contractor's role in setting costs, and design statements, to inform and control the development of a project's design. Clearly-written and illustrated with examples, notes and technical documentation, this book is ideal for students on construction-related courses at HNC/HND and Degree levels. It is also an important source for associated professions and estimators at the outset of their careers