...Harish Kumar Singla; Srividhya Sridharan Purpose Previous studies have highlighted that overheads form a critical part of the total project cost. However, despite this knowledge, the precise estimation of overheads is often neglected in construction projects. This paper aims to examine the reasons...

...James A. Hackett; Carolyn M. Hicks Purpose Both quantity surveyors (QSs) and estimators have pivotal roles in the profitability of construction contracts; however, only the QS is classified as a professional. Preliminary examination of the responsibilities of the estimator and the level...

... presents a summary of the problem and the results of proof‐of‐concept testing for a new method. Design/methodology/approach Prices were estimated for a simple basket of two construction components using cost‐estimating guides for several nations. Both developed and developing nations were included...

... construction philosophies, producing a “lean” measure of productivity, and it has been shown that major productivity increases could be achieved by implementing several relatively simple principles. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2004 Concretes Estimation Lean production Construction...

.... Evaluation of the service is informal and there is a relative lack of training and skills development underpinning RM provision. © MCB UP Limited 2003 Risk management Probability calculations Estimation Buildings Monte Carlo simulation Project management As such, the findings...