A Building Cost Estimation Model Based on Cost Significant Work Packages

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TAS E., YAMAN H.

Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, vol.12, no.3, pp.251-263, 2005 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 12 Issue: 3
• Publication Date: 2005
• Doi Number: 10.1108/09699980510600116
• Journal Name: Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
• Journal Indexes: Other Indexes
• Page Numbers: pp.251-263
• Keywords: Cost allocation, Cost estimates, Computer applications, Construction industry, Turkey
• Istanbul Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Purpose - The objectives of this paper are to discuss the constraints stemming from the unstructured nature of the cost estimation practice in Turkey and introduce a generic computer aided building cost estimation model based on a cost significant technique for Turkish construction sector public projects in its detailed design phase.