Building cost estimating checklist
1. Pre-Estimation Preparation
- Obtain architectural and engineering drawings.
- Ensure plans are up-to-date and reflect current design.
- Review specifications for materials and finishes.
- Organize documents for easy reference during estimation.
- Check for any missing or unclear information.
- Clarify project goals with stakeholders.
- Identify key deliverables and timelines.
- Establish project constraints and limitations.
- Document any assumptions made during scope review.
- Align scope with client expectations and budget.
- List all individuals and groups involved in the project.
- Define responsibilities and authority levels for each stakeholder.
- Establish communication channels for updates and feedback.
- Ensure all roles are documented and understood.
- Engage stakeholders early for input and insights.
- Inspect the project site for existing conditions.
- Identify potential challenges or obstacles.
- Take notes and photographs for reference.
- Evaluate access, utilities, and environmental factors.
- Discuss findings with the project team.
- Gather data from previous similar projects.
- Analyze cost trends and patterns.
- Adjust historical data for inflation and market changes.
- Organize data by categories for easier retrieval.
- Ensure accuracy and reliability of the data collected.
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