How to Estimate Project Costs: A Method for Cost Estimation

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  • @rnishtala
    @rnishtala 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    That is probably the best Estimation Explanation I have seen. Simple, effective and almost perfect explanation. Thank you so much for this video.

  • @oluwaseyitobi8093
    @oluwaseyitobi8093 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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  • @KM-un8ir
    @KM-un8ir 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    as usual, very precise, informative and clear as crystal. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and broad experience.

  • @ericrosicky473
    @ericrosicky473 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Came here for estimating left falling asleep. Such a soothing voice😂

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Sleep is healthy.

    • @jasonwil5600
      @jasonwil5600 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @gpalosanto4103
      @gpalosanto4103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    • @MsAllie-hf1bh
      @MsAllie-hf1bh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. I'm sleepy

    • @kashifnadeem5703
      @kashifnadeem5703 ปีที่แล้ว

      Estimating sleeping project 😂😂

  • @Patrick_Muwonge
    @Patrick_Muwonge 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I always enjoy your presentations, so precise and yet very informative.. you make things easy and I like them(you) for that. From Uganda, East Africa.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's great to hear, Patrick. Thank you

    • @ezinventor3274
      @ezinventor3274 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      From Uganda as well am new here happy see u here just trying to understand project cost estimating

  • @dulcehernandez7483
    @dulcehernandez7483 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you a lot for this video I found it easy to understand but very concise and complete explanation.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're very welcome. Thank you.

  • @EfosaOdiase-tn7wx
    @EfosaOdiase-tn7wx 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are amazing with how you explain concepts

  • @eroosasenaga1228
    @eroosasenaga1228 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Quite an amazing concise explanation of estimation....

  • @rhondakayesloss7763
    @rhondakayesloss7763 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    Your teaching is clear and easy to understand.
    So glad I came across your channel.

  • @WorDouglas8
    @WorDouglas8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great topic well explained - well done!

  • @preciousdillonagoma6575
    @preciousdillonagoma6575 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Knowing the people and material to do the work is the easy part. It's understanding the work in detail and effort required that is the hardest bit.

  • @mohammadsaleh1152
    @mohammadsaleh1152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing content in a short amount of time 👏 (couldn't find this info anywhere on TH-cam)

  • @felipemayer8773
    @felipemayer8773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New subscriber from Brazil. Thanks for the knowledge.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You're very welcome. Glad to have you on board, Felipe.

  • @_iamoracle
    @_iamoracle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your voice is sooooo sweet. 😊
    I struggled not to fall asleep 😂😂😂

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There there. Just close your eyes………… 🥱😴

  • @aditisplayworld5853
    @aditisplayworld5853 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation sir.. Thank you

  • @vaibhavmehta9966
    @vaibhavmehta9966 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was a great video. Thank you!

  • @nadiyashah7367
    @nadiyashah7367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good afternoon!
    I am stuck in one problem that my prof.assigned me as an internal assessment and it goes like this : Take an imaginary company . Work out its project cost, means of financing, estimate working capital requirements for 3 years, profitability estimates, cash flow and balance sheet for 10 years.
    Work out its payback period and NPV using 10 years as life of project.
    It is possible to get some tips in how to do it .

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nadiya, I hope you will understand that I cannot help people with educational assignments. Quite aside from the time commitment, I don't think it is ethical.
      What I would note is that you have plenty of missing information here, but the essence seems to be to test your ability to build a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF). We have a video: th-cam.com/video/Pr_2fYwldmw/w-d-xo.html
      You will also find formulas in the Investment Appraisal section of this article: onlinepmcourses.com/pm-formulas-understanding-the-math-of-project-management/

    • @nadiyashah7367
      @nadiyashah7367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Onlinepmcourses
      Thank you so much !

  • @guiller2371
    @guiller2371 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I took several estimating courses to estimate paper, hourly rates, skills, timing, etc. However; how can you find up-to-date data for your project? Also, the waste ratings; how do you deal with it?

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Finding data for making parametric estimates relies on having access to information about comparable projects. This requires one or more of:
      - hard experience in the project team
      - a data store in the organization
      - a great network of other PMs and experts (who are not bound by confidentiality)
      I do not understand what you mean by 'waste ratings'. If you can explain, I will tr to give you my answer.

  • @donharrold1375
    @donharrold1375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The fundamental starting point is not the WBS. It’s the project functional requirements (Statement of Requirements and the Design Basis), the Design (the key plans and specifications that define what needs to be delivered) and execution plan (the document that describes the methods, schedule and resources that will be used to deliver the project) that drive cost. The WBS and CBS are simply a way to coherently breakdown the work into manageable elements.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The fundamental starting point of what? I agree that requirements are an important starting point for a project. But, for cost estimation, I have chosen to start with a knowledge of the what. This video is about one step in the project process, so I start where I choose. That is not to say that this is the beginning of the whole process.

    • @donharrold1375
      @donharrold1375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Onlinepmcourses Fair enough. Good debating with you on a subject that often leads to heated opinions. I never fail to be surprised by customers who struggle with the basic concepts involved in creating robust estimates and execution plans. Your description of the “knife edge” and competing pressures between project promoters (sponsors) and project deliverers (PMs) is one I recognise well.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@donharrold1375 Thanks, Don.

  • @tommasinainnovationandlife7536
    @tommasinainnovationandlife7536 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Learnt a lot. Well explained.

  • @oummohammed9871
    @oummohammed9871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really appreciate your videos. Thank you

  • @JalanJalanAjah
    @JalanJalanAjah ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this!!! Thank you so much❤

  • @CanadianTobs
    @CanadianTobs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy how you teach. Thank you.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're very welcome, it's great to hear.

  • @nickjerrat
    @nickjerrat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the red team idea

  • @VariedPerspectives722
    @VariedPerspectives722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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  • @joshuajerryhanson8929
    @joshuajerryhanson8929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good afternoon!
    I am stuck in one problem that my prof.assigned me as an internal assessment and it goes like this : Explain the concepts of cost estimation as applied in the mining industry and
    give reasons why you may prefer a particular approach used for
    determining these costs.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Unfortunately, I don't know the mining industry. And anyway, you should research your own assignment, or you won't learn. I recommend you hit the library and find out the options. Then do some careful thinking. Good luck.

  • @karlreimers
    @karlreimers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job!

  • @nyarkotina4075
    @nyarkotina4075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the explanation... please what are the mechanisms that project managers can use to improve on project cost estimation

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Take a look at my full length article on estimating: Project Estimation: Master the Art and Craft onlinepmcourses.com/project-estimation-master/

  • @aissabendjedda1974
    @aissabendjedda1974 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good evening
    Please, I really need the diagram that appeared in your presentation, where we see the chain from the problem/opportunity to the risk register.
    I purchased your kit templates and the checklist documents but no one contains this diagram

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I made the diagram to illustrate my video, Project Planning 101 - How to Build Effective Project Plans th-cam.com/video/9G_LwG8ozpo/w-d-xo.html
      There is a download link for the diagram, in the description below that video: th-cam.com/video/9G_LwG8ozpo/w-d-xo.html
      Thank you for purchasing my templates and checklist. Others can learn more about them at:
      - PM Templates: onlinepmcourses.com/project-management-tools/project-management-template-kit/
      - PM Checklists: onlinepmcourses.com/project-management-tools/project-management-checklists/
      - Productivity Bundle (with both): onlinepmcourses.com/project-management-tools/project-management-productivity-bundle/

  • @ahmdealer
    @ahmdealer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good presentation...Thx

  • @wawangarigithaiga7015
    @wawangarigithaiga7015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good explanation. Thanks a lot

  • @daveneedham4443
    @daveneedham4443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A construction design estimator not only calculates design costs, he/she looks into those design details, to head off design problems before the problems get to the construction phase.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That makes a lot of sense. My background is not in construction, but that rings true to me. Thank you.

    • @JalanJalanAjah
      @JalanJalanAjah ปีที่แล้ว

      Make sense because the construction phase has a big uncertainty factor!

  • @alisehgal1111
    @alisehgal1111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video, I think you have done it quite well, thanks.

  • @ranudevi5045
    @ranudevi5045 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you🌹

  • @shakeelanjum604
    @shakeelanjum604 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great

  • @hnmuftiful
    @hnmuftiful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How can i subscribe on your courses ? i looked online but i didnt find any sources

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem: my courses are at onlinepmcourses.com

  • @aartijha7971
    @aartijha7971 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please let me know how to calculate the projected revenue for the Quarter Ptk

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not sure I understand your question. What's Quarter Ptk?

  • @DefectivePotato95
    @DefectivePotato95 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know of any good project cost history programs/softwhere that works like modelogix but is not modelogix?

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Paige - sorry, no. I don't keep up with project software, I'm afraid.

  • @naomigarusinghe5145
    @naomigarusinghe5145 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you

  • @marishakrishna
    @marishakrishna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can we implement your technique in machine learning with linear regression for estimating the project cost. Please suggest

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Frankly, I have no idea. I know nothing about machine learning. Linear regression suggests to me a series of data. Not sure what data set you are referring to. So, I am unable to help you, I'm afraid.

  • @mashoogh
    @mashoogh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great content

  • @kimberlyellis6614
    @kimberlyellis6614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good video

  • @magedam
    @magedam 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I need to use Monte Carlo to justify my project cost estimation, is it possible to get some tips on how to do it?

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'd like to help, but I am not sufficiently expert on Monte Carlo methods to offer you practical advice.
      However, for anyone wondering 'What is the Monte Carlo Method?' check out my video that gives the answer: th-cam.com/video/PMISi2ZyuR8/w-d-xo.html

    • @magedam
      @magedam 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Onlinepmcourses Thanks

  • @sumeghathakur4457
    @sumeghathakur4457 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My prof said elements of cost estimate are:base, allowance and contingency. Can you please explain these.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Maybe you should ask your Prof to explain.
      I am not sure what he/she means by this but I would assume:
      Base: the core predictable costs
      Allowances: amount to cover known unknowns - eg you don't know the weather so you allow for the worst-case
      Contingency: amount added to cover unknown unknowns - things you cannot anticipate

    • @sumeghathakur4457
      @sumeghathakur4457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. She provides links of your videos for understanding the concept so there's no point asking her.

  • @SteveHovland
    @SteveHovland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know how construction companies do this?

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've never worked in a construction environment, Steve. But I do know that the starting points will be:
      - The technical drawings - how things need to go together
      - Quantity Surveyor's bills of quantities - how much of each thing is needed
      I also suspect that is often the civil engineers who will lead on the early stages of planning.
      Maybe hit up Michael Fisher at Leadership in Construction. He will know better than I do.
      th-cam.com/video/fZLHMXRaPHg/w-d-xo.html

    • @tangobayus
      @tangobayus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Onlinepmcourses I grew up in construction. My dad built houses. I would watch him go over a set of plans counting all the things he would need- from yards of concrete to light switches. In many construction projects, the contractors have to pay for the overruns. I have seen them go broke paying penalties. What if software people had to do that?

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tangobayus As I say, I don't know this industry. But a lot of the risk management will be through selecting the right kind of contract and procurement model. This article is written from the perspective of the PM procuring services. But the ideas may be helpful. onlinepmcourses.com/project-procurement-management/

    • @tangobayus
      @tangobayus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Onlinepmcourses The key point is that successful contractors keep detailed records of estimated and actual costs and use those to estimate new projects.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely. I completely agree.

  • @hongluong7836
    @hongluong7836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hay quá

  • @delesewilson429
    @delesewilson429 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!!!!!

  • @chetanasin9150
    @chetanasin9150 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @O0oPORo0O
    @O0oPORo0O 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    any MGN384 :D

  • @merdekaataumati4851
    @merdekaataumati4851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not that easy to execute all sir lol

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed - estimation is a hard discipline to learn, and fraught with difficulties and biases. professional estimators are very skilled.

  • @sajjadhossen1702
    @sajjadhossen1702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am unable to understand your presentation at all.

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm sorry to hear it, Sajjad.
      Is it my speaking style, my choice of words, how I explain things, the structure, or is the concept unclear to you?

  • @carlosrenatodamotabezerra106
    @carlosrenatodamotabezerra106 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great job!

  • @thidungnguyen3220
    @thidungnguyen3220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hay quá

    • @Onlinepmcourses
      @Onlinepmcourses  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you.
      [Google tells me you said 'so cool' in Vietnamese]