Uniform Method Of Measurement Of Construction Work

Download or read book Uniform Method of Measurement of Construction Work written by paul bulkley and published by . This book was released on 2011-05-24 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Students of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management must possess the ability to measure construction work in a concise, rapid, and conforming manner whereby the estimator and strangers can comprehend the work with confidence.This skill demands knowledge of many disciplins relating to construction design and practice pertinent to all trades and all projects simple and complex whereby the numerous physical variables and contractual risks are identified accurately. Students possessing these skills will be the future Industry leaders.The Uniform Method of Measurement of Construction Work consists of over 500 pages of rules which guide construction estimators to measure in a responsible manner identifying the many variables and contractual risks that always exist.The Student can further benefit through the study of Professional Estimating - Quantities which consisting of 20 Courses, 160 Studies, and Examinations. The measurement of detailed Quantities address a wide range of construction design and trades, and demonstrate features and advantages of measuring in accordance with the Uniform Method of Measurement.Construction Cost Planning undertaken for sound economic design and accurate cost prognosis at the Conceptual Phase is mandatory whereby the property owner is able to make wise responsible contractual and financial decisions prior to the commencement of the design phase. This is not possible when data is extracted from construction estimates that are not prepared in a recognised format.Biography: Author has practised Construction Cost Planning, Design Economics, and Cost Management in Africa, Canada, and the USA over the past fifty years. The purpose of his work to encourage sound economic planning.