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1 Jun 2011

Acceleration, 1st edition

This guidance summarises what is meant by ‘acceleration’ in the construction industry; it also looks at how acceleration can be achieved and how it can be valued.

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24 Apr 2012

RICS NRM 1: New Rules of Measurement

NRM 1 provides guidance on the quantification of building works for the purpose of preparing cost estimates and cost plans. It is the ‘cornerstone’ of good cost management of construction projects – enabling more effective and acc...

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17 May 2014

RICS NRM 3: Order of Cost Estimating and Cost Planning for Building Maintenance Works, 1st edition

NRM 3 gives guidance on the quantification and description of maintenance works for the purpose of preparing initial order of cost estimates. The rules also aid the procurement and cost control of maintenance works.

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10 Nov 2014

Extensions of Time, 1st edition

Delays occur on most construction projects, and always have done. At some point during a project, particular parts of the works, or the works as a whole, will not progress as quickly as planned, with the risk that the contractual ...

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23 Aug 2016

Fluctuations, 1st edition

The purpose of this guidance note is to outline the different types of fluctuating price mechanisms available for use within those contracts, selection of the most appropriate mechanism for particular situations, and techniques fo...

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24 Apr 2012

Conflict Avoidance and Dispute Resolution in Construction, 1st edition

Summarises what is meant by conflict avoidance and dispute resolution, identifying the key issues that all surveyors should understand in respect of these distinct and substantive areas.

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20 May 2013

Construction Security and Performance Documents, 1st edition

Reviews security and performance documents normally associated with a construction project, noting the main types of document, the parties to them, their purpose and general terms.

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4 May 2010

Valuing Change, 1st edition

This guidance note summarises what is meant by ‘change’ and how it is valued under JCT, NEC and FIDIC forms of contract.

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30 Jan 2017

Value Management and Value Engineering, 1st edition

This note introduces the concepts of value management and value engineering in relation to construction projects and to the role of the chartered surveyor.

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22 Mar 2007

Project Monitoring, 1st edition

Guidance for members filling the role of project monitor, discussing aspects of best practice and the various types of project monitoring.

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22 Apr 2013

Appointing a Project Manager, 1st edition

Provides practical guidance to those involved in the commissioning or procurement of project management services, as well as RICS members undertaking the role of project manager in relation to building works contracts.

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24 Apr 2012

RICS NRM 2: Detailed Measurement for Building Works, 1st edition

NRM 2 is written mainly for the preparation of bills of quantities and quantified schedules of works, although the rules will be invaluable for designing and developing standard or bespoke schedules of rates.

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12 Feb 2018

Quantity Surveyor Services

A form to be used with the RICS standard form of consultant's appointment and RICS Short form of consultant's appointment.

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16 Sep 2014

Stakeholder Engagement, 1st edition

Outlines the principles of effective stakeholder engagement, providing readers with practical guidance through a series of 'real world' case examples and advice from experienced practitioners.

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12 Aug 2011

Cost Analysis and Benchmarking, 1st edition (UK)

This guidance provides a summary of the purpose and process of both cost analysis and construction project benchmarking.

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27 Mar 2015

Lender's Independent Monitoring Surveyor, 1st edition

This guidance note supports the work of chartered surveyors who assess risks and give technical advice to those who provide third-party finance on real estate developments.

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14 Dec 2015

Final Account Procedures, 1st edition

This guidance note summarises what a final account is and how they are used to establish a final adjustment to the contract price. It is effective from 14 March 2016.

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12 Aug 2009

Development Management, 1st edition

Covering the stages of a project from inception to commencement on site, this note offers best practice guidance for property professionals involved in development management of construction projects.

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12 Aug 2009

Development Management, 1st edition

Covering the stages of a project from inception to commencement on site, this note offers best practice guidance for property professionals involved in development management of construction projects.

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30 Mar 2012

Managing the Design Delivery, 1st edition

Written in the context of construction projects, this guidance examines design delivery management (DDM), situating it as a key process that connects the various aspects of the construction value chain.

PDF (2.90 MB)

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Acceleration, 1st edition

RICS NRM 1: New Rules of Measurement

RICS NRM 3: Order of Cost Estimating and Cost Planning for Building Maintenance Works, 1st edition

Extensions of Time, 1st edition

Fluctuations, 1st edition

Conflict Avoidance and Dispute Resolution in Construction, 1st edition

Construction Security and Performance Documents, 1st edition

Valuing Change, 1st edition

Value Management and Value Engineering, 1st edition

Project Monitoring, 1st edition

Appointing a Project Manager, 1st edition

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Quantity Surveyor Services

Stakeholder Engagement, 1st edition

Cost Analysis and Benchmarking, 1st edition (UK)

Lender's Independent Monitoring Surveyor, 1st edition

Final Account Procedures, 1st edition

Development Management, 1st edition

Development Management, 1st edition

Managing the Design Delivery, 1st edition