Software Training & Database / PMO
Setting Estimation Department: We do the estimation on micro level by defining very detailed work breakdown structure (WBS), we are expert in establishing man-hour rates with different crew compositions for relevant activities. We provide complete solution of setting up estimation platform by establishing guidelines, procedures, flow charts and templates. Our estimate summaries are unique which demonstrate the clear picture of project by illustrating the labor, material, sub-con packages, big ticket items and preliminaries. We provide full support to set up estimation platform.
We have worked with many well-known estimating tools such as Candy (CSS), Timberline, InEight, CostX, etc. Out team knows the functionality of these software in depth, we often conduct meetings with the developers and recommend adding more useful features. Our estimating teams has developed well connected worksheets by applying different approaches on sub levels. Our team can train the individuals and help setting-up estimating master files.
Cost Umbrella secure a comprehensive productivity database for each construction activity and keep validating on actual project outcomes. Our database contains multiple factors to rationalize the productivities in different regions and environment. We help companies to develop crew compositions and man-hour rates based on appropriate wages and indirect costs.
Cost Umbrella provides expertise to establish PMO department to support program and project delivery. We utilize our comprehensive databases and project control templates to monitor and control the project performance and delivery. We offer standalone PMO setup or integrated with multiple stakeholders and joint ventures.
Setting Estimation Department:
We do the estimation on micro level by defining very detailed work breakdown structure (WBS), we are expert in establishing man-hour rates with different crew compositions for relevant activities. We provide complete solution of setting up estimation platform by establishing guidelines, procedures, flow charts and templates. Our estimate summaries are unique which demonstrate the clear picture of project by illustrating the labor, material, sub-con packages, big ticket items and preliminaries. We provide full support to set up estimation platform.
Cost Umbrella estimating database distinguish us from the rest of competitors, we produced accurate estimates of hundreds of projects. Based on our hands on experience, we developed database for different asset classes such as residential, hospitality, retail, healthcare, etc. We have standardized templates of elemental cost, rough order magnitude and company estimates. We provide Capex estimate for construction projects during the feasibility studies and business plans.
Cost Umbrella provides benchmarking database globally to forecast the construction related cost. We share quarterly bulletins which demonstrate the Constructions Cost, Tender Price inflation index, real estate and hospitality market outlooks and material inflation and escalation.
Estimation (Candy/InEight/CostX):
We have worked with many well-known estimating tools such as Candy (CSS), Timberline, InEight, CostX, etc. Out team knows the functionality of these software in depth, we often conduct meetings with the developers and recommend adding more useful features. Our estimating teams has developed well connected worksheets by applying different approaches on sub levels. Our team can train the individuals and help setting-up estimating master files.
Take-Off (Plain Swift/QTO/Excel):
Our quantity surveyors have been working in middle-east from last 20 years, they have track record of working on mega projects and producing accurate bill of quantities. CU quantity surveying team is expert in using take-off tools like plain swift and QTO. In years of experience, our team has developed parametric techniques to validate and verify the BOQ before issuing the final version. We provide PEER review on BOQ prepared by other parties.
Productivity / Manhour Studies
Cost Umbrella secure a comprehensive productivity database for each construction activity and keep validating on actual project outcomes. Our database contains multiple factors to rationalize the productivities in different regions and environment. We help companies to develop crew compositions and man-hour rates based on appropriate wages and indirect costs.
PMO Establishment / Guidelines:
Cost Umbrella provides expertise to establish PMO department to support program and project delivery. We utilize our comprehensive databases and project control templates to monitor and control the project performance and delivery. We offer standalone PMO setup or integrated with multiple stakeholders and joint ventures. We have experienced in developing the guidelines, procedures and reporting mechanism in collaboration with project stakeholders to establish a well-organized framework for project control.
