Estimating in Building Construction

(Barré) #1

Web Resources


http://www.construction.com


http://www.e-builder.net


http://www.fwdodge.com


http://www.rsmeans.com


http://www.dcd.com


http://www.costbook.com


http://www.frankrwalker.com


http://www.bidshop.org


Review Questions



  1. Why should a notebook of the estimate be kept? What
    items should be kept in it?

  2. Why might a contractor decide not to bid a particular
    project?
    3. Why should estimators check carefully to be certain that
    they have all the contract documents before bidding a
    project?
    4. One of the requirements of most contract documents is
    that the contractor visit the site. Why is the site investi-
    gation important?
    5. Explain what a subcontractor is and the subcontrac-
    tor’s relationship with the owner and the general
    contractor.
    6. Why should material quotes be in writing? What items
    must be checked in these proposals?
    7. What is the difference between workup sheets and sum-
    mary sheets?
    8. Go to a local plan room, stop at the desk, and intro-
    duce yourself. Explain that you are taking a class in
    estimating and ask if you could be given a tour of their
    facilities.


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