Building Estimation & Costing
Mastering Quantity Take-off & Cost Analysis
Learn Building Estimation & Costing, a crucial skill for civil engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers, and construction professionals to accurately estimate material quantities, labour costs, and project budgets. This hands-on course equips you with essential skills in quantity take-off, rate analysis, BOQ (Bill of Quantities) preparation, cost control, and project budgeting, ensuring efficiency in construction cost management.

About The Course
Course Overview
- Understand the fundamentals of building estimation and its importance in project management.
- Learn different types of estimates and their applications at various project stages.
- Master the techniques of quantity take-off for various building components (excavation, foundation, masonry, concrete, steel, finishes, etc.).
- Develop skills in interpreting architectural and structural drawings for accurate quantity calculation.
- Learn to analyse labour requirements, determine labor costs, and consider productivity factors.
- Understand the costing of materials, including procurement, transportation, and storage.
- Gain an overview of value engineering and cost optimization techniques.
- Learn about the costs associated with construction equipment and machinery.
- Explore different methods of cost estimation, including detailed estimates, approximate estimates, and rate analysis.
- Develop proficiency in preparing detailed cost breakdowns, including material costs, labour costs, equipment costs, and overheads.
- Learn to analyse rates for various construction items and develop schedule of rates (SOR).
- Understand the importance of contingencies and provisions in cost estimates.
- Learn about factors influencing project costs, such as market conditions, location, and project complexity.
Duration
Duration
45 hours of Training + Practice 150 HOURS
Training Type
Classroom, Corporate, Online
Training Mode
Regular, Weekends, Fast Track
Certification
Industry-Recognized Certificate
Target Audience

Civil Engineers & Contractors managing project budgeting and cost estimation

Quantity Surveyors preparing detailed BOQs and cost reports

Construction Project Managers optimizing project costs and financial planning

Site Engineers & Builders responsible for material procurement and cost control

Students & Professionals looking to enhance their construction estimation skills

Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and project management
Key Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- Master Quantity Take-off: Accurately calculate the quantities of materials required for various building components.
- Develop Detailed Cost Estimates: Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, including material, labour, equipment, and overhead costs.
- Analyse Rate and Prepare Schedule of Rates (SOR): Understand rate analysis and develop a schedule of rates for construction items.
- Understand Costing Principles: Apply principles of material, labour, and equipment costing in project estimation.
- Prepare and Analyse Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for different types of projects.
- Contribute to Project Financial Management: Understand the role of estimation and costing in project budgeting, bidding, and cost control.
Job Opportunities
100% Placement Assurance
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About Our Trainers
Industry Expertise
Our trainers are recognized industry experts, bringing real-world knowledge to the classroom.
Practical & Relevant Training
They deliver training that is both practical and directly applicable to industry needs.
Subject Matter Mastery
Our trainers are subject matter experts, ensuring in-depth understanding.
Interactive Learning
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Results-Oriented
They are dedicated to achieving tangible results and your success.
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