Construction-cost estimating

Construction-cost estimating

by Jay R. Van Kempen

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VAN KEMPEN, JAY R. Construction-Cost Estimating Reston VA: Reston Publishing Co, 1983. Hardcover. ISBN: 0835909379. BUSINESS. Slick white boards, black lettering, tan and black design. 232pp. Index. A few drawings. A personalized system which does not use commercially printed estimating forms. All of the compilation and computation of data for the material take-off is accomplished by the estimator, employing the concepts introduced in this book, rather than by use of oversimplified estimating tables, which tend to produce "guesstimates, " rather than estimates. Methodically guides the estimator from the compilation of data for the specifications take-off and the material-quantity take-off, through the completion of the take-off sheets and the determination of the unit prices, and on to the pricing and completion of the final construction-cost estimate.

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    How does Van Kempen’s philosophy of rejecting commercially printed estimating forms in favor of a personalized system challenge modern approaches to efficiency and automation in business?

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    In what ways does relying on a completely self-compiled system elevate the estimator from a mere technician to a critical thinker and craftsperson?

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    Van Kempen warns against oversimplified estimating tables that lead to "guesstimates." Have you ever fallen into the trap of using a shortcut or template in your own professional or personal projects that ultimately compromised accuracy?

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