The Building Estimator's Reference Book 33rd Edition

The all new 33rd Edition of Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book: Your Ultimate Construction Cost Estimation Guide. It actually could be classified as a construction cost estimator's handbook. This edition maintains the convenient 8-1/2" x 11" size and thicker pages introduced in the 32nd edition. 

Welcome to the authoritative world of construction cost estimating! Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book has been trusted by generations of construction contractors, consultants, and advisors. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer in the construction industry, this reference book is your indispensable companion.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Cost Data

• Labor Productivity and Wage Rates: Our book provides up-to-date wage rates and labor productivity information for key construction tasks. You'll find accurate data to estimate costs effectively.

• Useful Reference Tables, Charts, and Diagrams

• Hundreds of reference tables, charts, and diagrams are at your fingertips. Visualize the building process and gain insights into material costs, labor productivity, and equipment expenses.

Historical Legacy

• The first Building Estimator’s Reference Book was printed in 1915 by the Frank R. Walker Company. Since then, it has been continuously updated to reflect industry changes and advancements.

33rd Edition Enhancements

• Our latest 33rd Edition has undergone meticulous review. While preserving Walker’s unique style and comprehensive subject matter, we've further refined the content.

• Updated Wage Rates - All wage rates within this edition have been completely updated. Additionally, wage rates for major trades in five additional geographic areas are included in a separate appendix.

• New content has been added on the fundamentals of estimating and throughout the book. Walker’s covers the essentials of estimating. Whether you're estimating residential or commercial projects, this book equips you with the knowledge you need.

• QR Codes for Additional Information at the end of each chapter, you'll find QR codes. Scan them to access supplementary information related to the subject matter.
• Improved formatting and new font for easier reading

Learn from Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book now and keep it as your go-to resource for accurate construction cost estimation. Whether you're crunching numbers for a skyscraper or a home renovation, this book will elevate your estimating skills.

Editors

Managing Editor - Joseph Macaluso, Managing Editor is a construction cost estimator with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business administration and over 25 years’ experience as construction cost estimator, grant administrator, and project manager working for Empire State Development Corporation, New York City School Construction Authority, New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation, and the New York City Transit Authority. Joe was the president of the New York Interagency Engineering Council. He has received the Technical Excellence Award from the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering, and has contributed to books on Green Building, Renovating Schools as well as editing other reference texts.

Technical Editor - Jack Sheffield is an educator with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, and contractor for his entire 30-year career, he is a Florida Certified Contractor. Jack is well respected in the industry, especially in assisting prospective contractors navigate the exams required to obtain licensing.

Technical Coordinator - James Nosek is a graphic communication professional with over 40 years of experience. He has developed cover designs, graphic and print production support for the Frank R Walker Company since 2007 with the production of the 28th Edition of the Building Estimator’s Reference Book.