Building estimator

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A building estimator is an individual that quantifies the materials, labor, and equipment needed to complete a construction project. Building estimating can concern diverse forms of construction from residential properties to hi-rise and civil works. Quantity surveyors differ from building estimators in that their main purpose is to quantify the materials required for the project. Typically, a Quantity surveyor is an entry level position in the estimating field. See cost estimate for more complete coverage.

Representative professional bodys which regulate property professionals:

  • Entry to membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors is via four main routes: academic, graduate, technical, and senior professional and has links with a number of universities worldwide, with whom they have accredited approved courses.
  • The American Society of Professional Estimators (http://www.aspenational.org) - a non profit association which promotes construction estimating as a professional field of endeavor. Professional estimators use Construction Estimating Software.
  • The Consulting Estimator FORUM (http://consultingestimatorforum.org/) is a non profit group which promotes professional construction bidding and estimating practices. Professional estimators use Construction Estimating Software.

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