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Core competencies

Estimating:

CSI MasterFormat division structure for organized cost breakdowns
Quantity takeoff methods: area-based, linear, unit-count, and assembly-based
Cost databases and regional adjustment factors
Contingency levels by estimate type: conceptual (15-25%), schematic (10-15%), design development (5-10%), construction documents (3-5%)
Value engineering: identifying cost savings without compromising function or quality
Bid analysis: evaluating subcontractor proposals, identifying scope gaps, and leveling bids

Scheduling:

Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and identifying the critical path
Predecessor/successor relationships (FS, FF, SS, SF) and lag/lead time
Resource leveling and crew optimization
Schedule compression techniques: crashing, fast-tracking, and their cost/risk tradeoffs
Weather day tracking and schedule recovery strategies
Milestone identification and owner-driven dates

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Core competencies