I recently saw these questions on Linked-in. “Is asking for an estimators/contractors breakdown and takeoff for their proposal a fair request?” “How much information should an estimator give?” In our worlds of JOC and SABER asking detailed unit price breakdowns is not only a reasonably request, but standard practice. Detailed line item estimates, including line item modifiers are key helping Owners and Contractors to more accurately define a project’s scope...Continue Reading
1-Day Training Class – San Antonio, TX – May 17th, 2013 Who Should Attend? Estimators, Project Managers, Contractors, Owners, AE’s If you currently use RSMeans Cost Data for line item estimating or work on government JOC, SABER, IDIQ, or similar projects…or would like to…this course is for you! REGISTER TODAY Cost: $149.00 per attendee.Continue Reading
You wanted it; now it’s here! This new 1 day class is designed to provide an overview of construction cost estimating, from conceptual to detailed. We also cover important related topics such as finding opportunities, leveraging site visits to avoid pitfalls, discussing useful tips to ensure complete estimates, and so much more! This course is especially helpful for someone who wants to become more familiar with RSMeans™ unit cost line...Continue Reading
Our “2-Day Introductory Class” for e4Clicks Project Estimator is coming up soon, March 13-14, 2013 in Las Vegas, NV. We also are offering a NEW course, “1-Day Construction Cost Estimating 101, featuring RSMeans Cost Data” at NO CHARGE, on March 12, 2013 at the same location. Participants of our 2-Day session are welcome to come early, extend your time with us, and enjoy a basic introduction to construction cost estimating.Continue Reading
Peter Cholakis, 4Clicks CMO, was recently appointed to the NIBS (National Institute of Building Sciences) NBIMS (National BIM Standard) Planning Committee, as well as Chair of the NBIMS3.0 Terminology Subcommittee. The adoption of standards and best practices for BIM, the life-cycle management of the built environment, is very important to our Nation’s economy as well as global environmental issues. Please consider joining the buildingSMARTalliance community. www.buildingsmartalliance.org/index.php/about/communityContinue Reading
