NRM1 Cost Management Handbook

NRM1 Cost Management Handbook
Author: David P Benge
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 651
Release: 2014-06-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1317907817

The definitive guide to measurement and estimating using NRM1, written by the author of NRM1 The 'RICS New rules of measurement: Order of cost estimating and cost planning of capital building works' (referred to as NRM1) is the cornerstone of good cost management of capital building works projects - enabling more effective and accurate cost advice to be given to clients and other project team members, while facilitating better cost control. The NRM1 Cost Management Handbook is the essential guide to how to successfully interpret and apply these rules, including explanations of how to: quantify building works and prepare order of cost estimates and cost plans use the rules as a toolkit for risk management and procurement analyse actual costs for the purpose of collecting benchmark data and preparing cost analyses capture historical cost data for future order of cost estimates and elemental cost plans employ the rules to aid communication manage the complete 'cost management cycle' use the elemental breakdown and cost structures, together with the coding system developed for NRM1, to effectively integrate cost management with Building Information Modelling (BIM). In the NRM1 Cost Management Handbook, David Benge explains in clear terms how NRM1 is meant to be used in familiar quantity surveying tasks, as well as a range of activities of crucial importance for professionals in years to come. Worked examples, flow charts, diagrams, templates and check lists ensure readers of all levels will become confident and competent in the use of NRM1. This book is essential reading for anyone working with NRM1, and is the most authoritative guide to practice available for those preparing to join the industry.

NRM1 Cost Management Handbook

NRM1 Cost Management Handbook
Author: David Benge
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 641
Release: 2014-06-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1317907825

The definitive guide to measurement and estimating using NRM1, written by the author of NRM1 The 'RICS New rules of measurement: Order of cost estimating and cost planning of capital building works' (referred to as NRM1) is the cornerstone of good cost management of capital building works projects - enabling more effective and accurate cost advice to be given to clients and other project team members, while facilitating better cost control. The NRM1 Cost Management Handbook is the essential guide to how to successfully interpret and apply these rules, including explanations of how to: quantify building works and prepare order of cost estimates and cost plans use the rules as a toolkit for risk management and procurement analyse actual costs for the purpose of collecting benchmark data and preparing cost analyses capture historical cost data for future order of cost estimates and elemental cost plans employ the rules to aid communication manage the complete 'cost management cycle' use the elemental breakdown and cost structures, together with the coding system developed for NRM1, to effectively integrate cost management with Building Information Modelling (BIM). In the NRM1 Cost Management Handbook, David Benge explains in clear terms how NRM1 is meant to be used in familiar quantity surveying tasks, as well as a range of activities of crucial importance for professionals in years to come. Worked examples, flow charts, diagrams, templates and check lists ensure readers of all levels will become confident and competent in the use of NRM1. This book is essential reading for anyone working with NRM1, and is the most authoritative guide to practice available for those preparing to join the industry.

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2015

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2015
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 835
Release: 2014-09-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482255200

Coming out of recession... so how is this affecting the construction market? Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2015 continues to be the most comprehensive and best annual services engineering price book currently available, providing detailed pricing information across the full range of mechanical and electrical services, together with higher-level costs for a diverse range of systems and different building applications. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2015 edition until the end of December 2015. Spon’s Online delivers a versatile and powerful online data viewing package. The book now uses a combination of NRM1 and NRM2 as the measurement standards. This year we provide a new detailed engineering feature on RICS Ska ratings, and add cost sections for LED lighting, PV panels and solar thermal energy. The book also gives the usual market update of labour rates and daywork rates, material costs and prices for measured works, and all-in-rates and elemental rates in the Approximate Estimating section.

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2017

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2017
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 857
Release: 2016-11-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1351779893

‘An essential reference for everybody concerned with the calculation of costs of mechanical and electrical works.’ – Cost Engineer ...riding with the UK construction industry. Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2017 continues to be the most comprehensive and best annual services engineering price book currently available, providing detailed pricing information across the full range of mechanical and electrical services, together with higher-level costs for a diverse range of systems and different building applications. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2017 edition until the end of December 2017. We now provide a VitalSource® ebook, giving a versatile and powerful online data viewing package. Using a combination of NRM1 and NRM2 as the measurement standards, this edition includes the following new and significantly developed items: WiFi equipment FP 600 cable Wireless fire alarms and a much enhanced clock section All the standard features you have come to expect from SPON'S MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES PRICE BOOK are also included, considered essential for today’s services cost professional: detailed materials prices, labour constants, labour costs and measured work prices for mechanical and electrical works, from above ground drainage to automatic transfer switches, and circuit breakers to sprinkler systems an extensive Approximate Estimating section for quick, rule-of-thumb pricing of mechanical or electrical installations, together with elemental services costs for different types and standard of buildings full details of wage rates, daywork and cost indices on a national and Central London basis. an overhauled index and guidance notes updated, free of charge, two or three times a year – see inside for registration details. Updates are available online at www.pricebooks.co.uk Other titles in the SPON’S Price Book Series SPON’S ARCHITECTS’ AND BUILDERS’ PRICE BOOK 2017 SPON’S CIVIL ENGINEERING AND HIGHWAY WORKS PRICE BOOK 2017 SPON’S EXTERNAL WORKS AND LANDSCAPE PRICE BOOK 2017 Price Net: £160.00 (UK only)

Spon's Civil Engineering and Highway Works Price Book 2015

Spon's Civil Engineering and Highway Works Price Book 2015
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 677
Release: 2014-05-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482255294

Infrastructure work is still declining, although there are plans to release £1.3bn worth of road network schemes over the next few years. Network rail has published plans to spend £38bn on upgrade works over the next five years. Water firms are to bring forward $400m of work into this financial year. Spon's Civil Engineering and Highway Works Price Book 2015 from AECOM gives costs for both general and civil engineering works and highway works, and provides a full breakdown of labour, plant and material elements, with labour rates updated in line with the latest CIJC wage agreement. Beyond prices, it can be used as a comprehensive work manual for the UK’s civil engineering, surveying and construction business. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this edition until the end of December 2015. We now provide SPON’S Online, a versatile and powerful online data viewing package, which replaces the estimating software and ebook of recent years. This 29th edition incorporates a comprehensive review throughout: Updated to come into line with the CESSM4 structure as well as MMHW And with an expanded range of rail elements

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2016

Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2016
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1415
Release: 2015-10-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1498749496

An essential reference for everybody concerned with the calculation of costs of mechanical and electrical works. Cost Engineer The construction sector is improving. Will skills shortages derail the upturn? Spon's Mechanical and Electrical Services Price Book 2016

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 625
Release: 2014-09-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482255227

This year’s book has a strong approximate estimates section, with most measured works items also presented as composite items. Now in its 34th edition, Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2015 offers the only comprehensive source of information for detailed external works and landscape costs. It covers all the items to be found in hard and soft landscape contracts, and forms an indispensable reference book for quantity surveyors, landscape architects, contractors and local authority managers – essential for compiling estimates, specifications, bills of quantities and works schedules – no matter what the size of the project being undertaken. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2015 edition until the end of December 2015. We now provide Spon’s Online, a versatile and powerful online data viewing package, which replaces the estimating software and ebook of recent years. The book now uses a combination of NRM1 and NRM2 as the measurement standards. This edition includes the following new and significantly developed items Further NRM format composites Suspended paving systems Precast walkways New Marshalls paving ranges Reconstituted stone bottle balustrades ...and now with a number of landscape cost models.

Spon's Architects' and Builders' Price Book 2017

Spon's Architects' and Builders' Price Book 2017
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 829
Release: 2016-10-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1351780883

UK construction shows its underlying strength. Tender prices have risen strongly since last year’s book was compiled -- increasing by around 8%, and at an annualised rate of close to 10% in the last half year. Spon’s Architects’ and Builders’ Price Book 2017, compiled by AECOM, still provides the most accurate, detailed and professionally relevant construction price information for the UK. Its unique Tender Index, updated through the year, gives an ongoing reality check and allows you to adjust for changing market conditions. Although it suits a wide range of project sizes, this is the only price book which sets out a detailed cost base for contracts exceeding £4,000,000 in value. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2017 edition until the end of December 2017. We now provide a VitalSource® ebook, giving a versatile and powerful online data viewing package. Major changes have been made to this 142nd edition: Major revision and simplification has been made to the in situ concrete section, and plasterboard linings and partitions sections have been heavily revised and developed. New Cost Models are included: a laboratory, a car park and an updated London Office. More plant prices have been separated out in the measured works section. As well as an overhaul of prices, several new items have been added, including: Foamglas insulation Carlite waterproof concrete and an expanded range of stone flooring ... along with the standard features you have come to expect from Spon's A&B: 20,000 prices for the most frequently specified items, the majority with labour constants and detailed build-ups. Hundreds of alternative materials prices for the more unusual items. Detailed guidance on wage rates, daywork, cost limits and allowances, property insurance and professional fees, plus useful formulae, design criteria and trade association addresses. Updated, free of charge, two or three times a year – see inside for registration details. Updates are available online at www.pricebooks.co.uk

Spon's Architects' and Builders' Price

Spon's Architects' and Builders' Price
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 825
Release: 2014-09-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482255251

Recovery in construction is still on track. Business confidence is increasing – but still not yet secure. Following the 18% fall in tender prices between 2008 and 2013, price levels are beginning to recover some lost ground, particularly in the residential sector and with London based projects. It is important to make sure tenders are competitive, whilst minimising your risk as input material prices and labour rates continue to rise and tender prices are forecast to increase an average of 4.5% over the next 3 years, reaching the pre 2008 recession levels in 2017. Spon's Architect's and Builders' Price Book, compiled by AECOM, still provides the most accurate, detailed and professionally relevant construction price information for the UK. Its unique Tender Index, updated through the year, gives an ongoing reality check and allows you to adjust for changing market conditions. Although it suits a wide range of project sizes, this is the only price book which sets out a detailed cost base for contracts exceeding £3,500,000 in value. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2015 edition until the end of December 2015. We now provide SPON’S Online, a versatile and powerful online data viewing package. Major changes have been made to this 140th edition: As well as an overhaul of prices, over new items have been added. These include: New cost models for Business Parks and Data Centres An expanded range of Kingspan roof and wall claddings New ASSA ABBLOY sectional overhead doors, including rapid opening and fabric New ASSA ABBLOY industrial dock levellers and shelters An increased range of Altro safety flooring and resin flooring systems New Altro Whiterock hygiene doorsets

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2015

Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2015
Author: AECOM
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 624
Release: 2014-09-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482264412

This year’s book has a strong approximate estimates section, with most measured works items also presented as composite items. Now in its 34th edition, Spon's External Works and Landscape Price Book 2015 offers the only comprehensive source of information for detailed external works and landscape costs. It covers all the items to be found in hard and soft landscape contracts, and forms an indispensable reference book for quantity surveyors, landscape architects, contractors and local authority managers – essential for compiling estimates, specifications, bills of quantities and works schedules – no matter what the size of the project being undertaken. Use the access code inside the front cover of the book to get set up with internet access to this 2015 edition until the end of December 2015. We now provide Spon’s Online, a versatile and powerful online data viewing package, which replaces the estimating software and ebook of recent years. The book now uses a combination of NRM1 and NRM2 as the measurement standards. This edition includes the following new and significantly developed items Further NRM format composites Suspended paving systems Precast walkways New Marshalls paving ranges Reconstituted stone bottle balustrades ...and now with a number of landscape cost models.