Division-03 is a general term used in construction projects to refer to the Concrete division, which includes all the work related to concrete, such as cast-in-place concrete, precast concrete, and concrete reinforcement. The Division-03 estimate and takeoff involves the process of estimating the cost of materials and labor required for concrete work, including identifying the quantity of materials required and the cost of associated items, such as formwork, reinforcing steel, and concrete mix.
The items that must be estimated under the Division-03 (Concrete) division include:
- Cast-in-Place Concrete: This includes the cost of preparing and placing concrete, including the cost of concrete mix, formwork, reinforcing steel, and labor.
- Precast Concrete: This includes the cost of manufacturing and installing precast concrete elements such as walls, beams, and columns, including the cost of transportation, lifting, and connecting precast elements.
- Concrete Reinforcement: This includes the cost of reinforcing steel, including the cost of steel bars, wire mesh, and other reinforcement materials, as well as the cost of labor required for fabrication and installation.
- Concrete Finishing: This includes the cost of finishing concrete surfaces, including the cost of surface preparation, surface treatments, and sealing.
- Concrete Repair: This includes the cost of repairing damaged or deteriorated concrete, including the cost of demolition, surface preparation, reinforcing steel, and concrete mix.
- Concrete Demolition: This includes the cost of demolishing concrete structures or elements, including the cost of labor and equipment required for demolition and removal.
- Concrete Accessories: This includes the cost of accessories and related items such as anchor bolts, dowels, and embeds required for concrete work.
- Overhead and Profit: This includes the cost of overhead expenses, such as insurance and rent, as well as any profit margin included in the estimate.
Overall, estimating the cost of Division-03 (Concrete) work requires a thorough understanding of the project’s specific requirements and the materials and labor needed to complete the job. It requires expertise in the field of concrete work and construction management, as well as knowledge of the latest tools and technology used in the industry.
