Avoidable Construction Estimating Mistakes

In the past three years, only 31 percent of all projects came within 10 percent of their budgets.

To top it off, 78 percent of engineering and construction companies believe project risks are rising1. Suffice it to say, there is room for improvement.

Here are five construction estimating mistakes you should be aware of and best practices to put in place to avoid becoming their next victim.

In the past three years, only 31 percent of all projects came within 10 percent of their budgets. To top it off, 78 percent of engineering and construction companies believe project risks are rising1. Suffice it to say, there is room for improvement. Here are five construction estimating mistakes you should be aware of and best practices to put in place to avoid becoming their next victim.

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