General information
Cost estimating is an important facet of the JKA services offered to our clients. Estimates are prepared in formats specifically designed to satisfy our clients' unique requirements. Estimates can be prepared from conceptual data, design drawings, or bid documents. Our estimates are used for a broad spectrum of applications including bid evaluation, cost effectiveness assessments, fire or earthquake damage, cost to repair, reserve cost analysis, reasonable cost expenditure, expert trial testimony, property tax studies, and change order evaluations. In conjunction with our estimating services, we offer Value Analysis studies enabling project participants to optimize budget constraints to achieve a cost effective design.

Conceptual Estimate
Estimates based on conceptual data to provide budget parameters for project planning and development. JKA relies on extensive project experience to generate reliable cost models for planners and developers

Schematic Estimate
Schematic estimates are based on more specific information than typically reflected in conceptual plans. JKA has developed historical component and assembly costs, which can project construction costs more accurately.

Detail Estimate
Detail estimates are customized by JKA for our client's specific needs. Most common format is CSI format, (16 Divisions), however, we can deliver estimates in any format. Detail estimates are used for bid evaluation, change order assessment, price comparison, and establishing reasonable value/cost of work for litigation and conflict resolution

Peer Review
Review of estimates including quantity take-offs, pricing, productivity, market factors, project parameters, mark-ups, and related indirect costs.