Public Works Manuals

Public Works Manuals

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Standard Plans For Public Works Construction

This visual reference, also updated and revised to comply with the Federal regulations for metric documentation, is the graphic companion to the "Greenbook." Hundreds of detailed drawings, cross sections, design criteria, and dimensions graphically depict all aspects of public works construction. Every dimension is listed in both feet/inches and metric equivalents. This book, along with the "Greenbook," sets the standard for quality and uniformity in public works construction.

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$79.95

Public Works Inspector's Manual - Sixth Edition

A complete operational and technical guidebook for all professionals involved in public works construction. The most complete and authoritative reference of its kind ever written. 75 charts, tables and drawings. Written by a former Public Works inspector.

$62.95

2012 BNi Public Works Costbook

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Published by: BNI Building News
ISBN: 9781557017260
482 Pages, 8-1/2 x 11, Shipping Weight: 2.52 lbs

Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of all types of public works projects involving roads, excavation, utilities, street lighting, manholes, drainage systems and much more. This cost book is the first place to turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a contractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal. It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates.

What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions. It features:

Material costs for thousands of items based on current national averages (including allowances for transport, handling and storage).
Labor costs based on the prevailing rates for each trade and type of work, PLUS man-hour tables tied to each unit costs, so you can clearly see exactly how the labor cost was calculated and make any necessary adjustments.
Equipment costs -- including rental and operating costs.
Square-foot tables based on the cost-per-square-foot of hundreds of actual projects -- invaluable data for quick, ballpark estimates.

$89.95