Cost and quantity surveys estimate materials, labor, equipment, and expenses for construction projects. Methods include take-offs from drawings, unit rates, and contingency allowances for risks.
Governing FormulaTotal cost = sum(Quantity * Unit Rate)
Knowledge Check
10 Questions
1.What is the primary purpose of cost and quantity surveys?
2.Which practice improves reliability when analyzing cost and quantity surveys?
3.What is a common engineering concern in cost and quantity surveys?
4.Why are design standards used in cost and quantity surveys?
5.What should be compared when validating a cost and quantity surveys result?
6.What can happen when design parameters are poorly selected in cost and quantity surveys?
7.Which engineering habit is important when documenting cost and quantity surveys?
8.What does higher traffic flow capacity usually indicate in cost and quantity surveys?
9.Why should physical engineering judgment still be applied to cost and quantity surveys results?
10.Which factor can most directly affect the cost and schedule of cost and quantity surveys?