| Architects' Guide to Fee Bidding Contributor(s): Nicholson, M. Paul (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415273366 ISBN-13: 9780415273367 Publisher: Taylor & Francis OUR PRICE: $60.79 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2002 Annotation: " Architects' Guide to Fee Bidding," is the seminal work for the modern architect, technologists and building designer. It introduces the management of the design process, the management of the business, and the co-reltionships between sensible management and successful fee bids. It explains the effects of a 'right first time' philosophy and the implications of using different forms of engagement on costs and fees. The book takes the readers through a step by step approach to the calculation of a quite complicated building. Each element is demonstrated in a clear manner so that more simple, or more complex buildings can take this example as a matrix for other building types and deatils. A systems approach is taken to the fee bidding process, which can be applied by large and small practices alike. Although technical, the book is intended as a text for final year students at universities, as well as a desk reference for the professional. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Reference - Reference |
| Dewey: 720.681 |
| LCCN: 2002070710 |
| Physical Information: 0.36" H x 8.02" W x 9.1" (0.86 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Fee bidding still generates emotive reactions from within many sections of the architectural profession. Fee bidding is not taught in most schools of architecture, so practitioners generally rely on hunches and guesswork. It is these wild card guesses, which exacerbate the poor levels of income for which the architectural profession is renowned. This book introduces practising architects, architectural managers and senior students, to the philosophy and practice of analytical estimating for fees. By means of a detailed case study it illustrates the many problems which may be encountered in the calculation of fees for professional services. It gives a step-by-step guide through the complexities of fee bidding and acts as a source of reference to successful bidding. A detailed discussion of the philosophy of design management and architectural management is developed as a backdrop to the preparation of a bid. It leads the reader through the mysteries of converting the calculation of a bid into a serious tender. This unique text is an essential guide for all practitioners, particularly those at the commencement of their careers and Part 3 students. Indeed it will be of importance to all constructional professionals who operate within a highly competitive market. |