Estimating in Building Construction is the most complete guide on the market to estimating modern building construction projects. It covers basic skills for estimating simple to moderately complex commercial and residential building projects. Grounded in theory, the text covers bid preparation from the general contractor’s perspective. The 10th Edition has been extensively edited to improve readability, flow and learning outcomes. Content updates bring the text in line with current standards of the major accreditation bodies, ABET and ACCE.

NEW: Learning outcomes have been added to each chapter, further supporting student success.
NEW: Most paragraphs have been rewritten to enable a faster, easier and more enjoyable read.
REVISED: Rewritten sections include Errors and Omissions, Scheduling and the cross-section method in Earthwork.
REVISED: Drawings in Appendices A through D have been revised, along with associated figures throughout, to improve clarity and accuracy. This change also prompted revisions to solutions to related examples and practice problems.
Methods for estimating labor, equipment, overhead costs, markups and profit are detailed, including computer-based estimations.
Drawings and outline specifications are included for small and large commercial buildings and residential buildings.

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