ESTIMATING AND PROCUREMENT

The estimating and cost planning function Kingston Building conducts in-house is to provide clients with a opportunity of knowing costs and budgets early on in the project design phase in order to have the documentation modified to fall within there construction budget. One of the main benefit of many benefits stemming from the company's in-depth market knowledge of construction costs and its delivery capability. 

Kingston Building's professional and highly experienced estimators are able to significantly add value to the construction process as most project costs are determined during the planning stage.  Savings and project buildability are highlighted in comprehensive cost plans prepared by the estimators.  They utilise and maintain an extensive database of subcontractors and consultants keeping current with latest construction techniques, developments and products.   

Kingston have the services of a Estimating Manager with specialist knowledge of the market sector to provide cost information and ongoing project support.  This is particularly relevant where final scope of works are not defined and where costs need to be managed within specific budgeting constraints. 

Kingston's cost planning expertise comprises:

• Preliminary cost planning
• Budget estimates
• Lump Sum tenders
• Negotiated Lump Sum tenders
• Design and Construct pricing
• Value analysis.