Construction Estimating for General Contractors
Author | : Leo Diamant |
Publisher | : Wiley-Interscience |
Total Pages | : 172 |
Release | : 1988-03-04 |
ISBN-10 | : UCAL:B4171337 |
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Rating | : 4/5 (37 Downloads) |
Download or read book Construction Estimating for General Contractors written by Leo Diamant and published by Wiley-Interscience. This book was released on 1988-03-04 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book to provide general contractors with complete coverage of the pre-bid process, this practical guide describes all the necessary components involved in the estimating process. Offers step-by-step guidelines for preparing an accurate bid without getting bogged down in the details. Topics include developing the cost sheets for bidding the total projects, methods of obtaining and recording subcontractors' bids, how to negotiate effectively during the bidding period, and how to evaluate the bids received. Includes an appendix with a cost sheet and accompanying takeoff sheets for a typical bid.