A Practical Guide to Cost Engineering 1st Edition

Capture the competitive edge in project delivery with A Practical Guide to Cost Engineering, 1st Edition by Helber Macedo — a clear, hands-on manual designed for today’s project professionals.

From the first page you’ll find practical frameworks that turn complex cost-estimating theory into actionable steps. This guide walks you through cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, risk analysis, and value engineering using plain language and real-world scenarios applicable across construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, manufacturing, and public works.

What makes this book indispensable is its focus on results: learn how to build defensible budgets, reduce cost overruns, and communicate financial risk to stakeholders. Macedo emphasizes international best practices and adaptable methodologies so readers in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia can apply the techniques to local regulations and market conditions.

Ideal for cost engineers, project managers, estimators, contractors, consultants, and engineering students, this edition balances technical depth with practical checklists, worked examples, and decision-making tools. You’ll finish each chapter with a clearer process for estimating and controlling costs across the project lifecycle — from feasibility to closeout.

If you want to elevate forecasting accuracy, manage uncertainty with confidence, and deliver projects on time and on budget, A Practical Guide to Cost Engineering, 1st Edition is the professional reference you need. Order your copy today and start transforming cost data into strategic advantage.

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