Ding's Construction Estimating Complete Handbook Paperback – May 29, 2022

A real-world guide to success in construction estimating, the Ding's Construction Estimating Handbook is loaded with tips, checklists, worksheets, data tables, and tutorials that will provide readers with the tools they need to effectively navigate through every step of the estimating process. The book focuses on the construction estimating "how-to" essentials and provides on-the-spot answers backed up with graphic examples. With a thorough understanding of the important profit-making factors within the industry, its comprehensive coverage includes marketing, bid planning, scope review, quantity take-off for all trades and divisions, cost analysis, value engineering, Excel spreadsheet estimating, and more. Based on the author's extensive experience in estimating, this valuable resource aims to provide workable solutions to the unprecedented challenges that construction professionals face today, from turbulent economy and fierce competition to material price volatilities, skilled labor shortages, and strict regulations.Key FeaturesWritten by experienced practicing professional to provide comprehensive coverage of estimating processOrganized step-by-step book structure starting from drawing review, scope definition, quantity takeoff, pricing, quote evaluation to cost summary and bid closingSolved example problems with graphic explanations on common self-performed work Real-life estimating tips, checklists, worksheets, data tables, and tutorials for most building construction trades including civil, architectual,structural, mechanical and electrical work Connect estimating with project management through special topics such as overhead expenses, value engineering, turn-over meeting and change order pricingEasy-to-follow Microsoft Excel estimating tutorial by graphic screenshotsConvenient reference to common unit conversion factors, estimating terminologies and Excel commands/formulas Special coverage on interesting topics such as design-build, estimating technology, BIM and green buildingValuable Internet resources including author's video tutorials as addtiional support Powerpoint slides, spreadsheet templates, review questions with answer keys for course instructors (available on request with verifiable institutional contact info) Reasonable and affordable price for the comprehensive coverage to provide the best return on investmentHelpful on-the-job reference information for many future years on the job Read more