Estimating is such an important part of any construction project and it comes with a whole new set of struggles Post-COVID. Lets start a thread where we support and learn from each other. What is the biggest challenge you face in estimating today? Is it: Accurately and effectively completing takeoffs from less than ideal drawings? Managing fluctuating material costs? Unrealistic or at least tight deadlines for bid submissions? Integrating new technology into your workflow? Something else? And what are you doing to overcome these struggles? #Construction #Estimating #ConstructionManagement #ConstructionTech #ProjectManagement
What are you seeing as the biggest struggle today Sai?
You raise excellent points about post-COVID estimating challenges. Managing fluctuating costs and tight bid deadlines can be incredibly stressful. What's helped you stay resilient during difficult projects?
Jerry Aliberti, what are you seeing?
Materials and labor costs go up daily yet projects don’t start for 6+ months.
Director Of Preconstruction at Eleven Engineering
10moI'll jump in. Clearly defined scope is #1, hands down for me. #2 would be "less than ideal" drawings and #3 constructability.