Building Cost Estimating: Principles and Practice - soft cover

A Construction Cost Estimating Textbook for Higher Education and Continuing Education Programs

ACCE-Aligned Curriculum for University and Professional Development Courses

Designed for Academic Construction Education

Conforms to ACCE Accreditation Standards

Every chapter aligns with American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) standards, making this textbook ideal for university construction management programs seeking accreditation or maintaining compliance with industry education requirements.

Structured for Typical Semester-Length Courses

Sixteen comprehensive topics designed specifically for standard academic semester schedules. Topics include:

• ACCE-aligned learning objectives for curriculum planning
• Assessment questions for student evaluation
• QR codes linking to supplemental digital resources
• Realistic case studies

Complete Estimating Workflow: From Schematic Design to Bid Submission and Change Orders

Students progress through the entire construction estimating process with professional-level examples, including:

• Quantity takeoffs
• Labor productivity hour calculations
• Wage rate structures
• Material and equipment costs
• Subcontractor bid costs
• Overhead costs

Comprehensive Instructor Support Package

• Full teaching resources designed for higher education faculty:
• Lecture presentation slides ready for classroom use
• Complete answer keys for all review questions
• Supplementary teaching materials

An Essential Resource for:

University Construction Management Programs:

• Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Construction Management
• Construction Science programs
• Built Environment studies

Continuing Education Programs

• Career advancement in construction management
• Transition to estimating roles from field positions

Textbook Features for Academic Success

✓ American Council for Construction Education curriculum alignment

✓ Integrated digital learning resources via QR technology

✓ Comprehensive subject index for research and reference

✓ Current construction technology and estimating software coverage

✓ Suitable for undergraduate through graduate-level courses

✓ Professional development and continuing education appropriate

✓ Real-world application with project documentation

About the Managing Editor

Joseph Macaluso combines 25+ years of professional construction estimating experience with higher education teaching credentials:

Professional Expertise:

• Senior estimator for New York City Transit Authority, NYC Health and Hospitals, NYC School Construction Authority, and Empire State Development
• Private construction cost consulting on high-profile, multi-million-dollar projects
• Specialized in complex public infrastructure and institutional construction estimates

Academic Credentials

• Construction cost estimating faculty: Long Island University, LaGuardia Community College, Pace University

• Author: Understanding Construction Costs
• Contributing Author: Green Building Project Planning and Cost Estimating
• Contributing Author: Building and Renovating Schools
• Editor: Walker's Building Estimator's Reference Book
  
  

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ISBN: 978-0-911592-12-2