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Civil Engineering Cost Estimating Masterclass Cover - Beyond the Math by AI&GB Consulting
08 Feb
Engineering Resilience, Masterclass Series

Why Civil Engineering Cost Estimating Fails: It’s Not the Math, It’s the Scope

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February 10, 2026
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Expert civil engineering cost estimating insights from Juan D., PE, CCE & Armelle Malcomb, Ph.D., M.ASCE. This masterclass explores why infrastructure budgets often fail and how to master the 'Invisible Scope,' manage technical contingency, and utilize the Iceberg Principle to ensure project resilience.
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  • The Iceberg Principle: The “Invisible” Scope in Civil Engineering Cost Estimating
  • Contingency is for Risks, Not Mistakes
      • Typical Civil Engineering Cost Estimating Risk Guidelines
  • The Cost of Time: Escalation Factors & The Critical Path
  • The Power of “Why”: The Value Engineering Process
  • 🧠 Expert Insights Q&A
    • Q1: Why might three estimators produce different results for a civil engineering cost estimating project using the same plans and specifications?
    • Q2: Is “overestimating” a real problem in civil engineering?
    • Q3: What is the most effective tool a cost engineer has?
    • Q4: How does time directly affect project costs?
    • Q5: What is the difference between a “slush fund” and a professional contingency?
  • Conclusion: Building Resilience into the Budget
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