Define the labor basis
Start with the exact takeoff unit. State which direct and support activities the rate includes.
Name the reviewed source of the base rate. For labor productivity assumptions, use this related guide as context while keeping the current project documents in control.
Match rates to units
Keep hours per unit distinct from units per hour. Test every measurement conversion with a simple example. Use the same drawing revision as material pricing.
Describe crew and method
List crew roles when composition affects output. Describe equipment, handling, and sequence assumptions.
Separate productivity from wage pricing. When reviewing labor productivity assumptions, consult AACE International for cost-engineering context, then apply it through the contractor’s own standards.
| Field | Record | Decision check |
|---|---|---|
| Work item and unit | Record the work item and unit used for labor productivity assumptions. | Confirm the entry against its cited source and assigned reviewer. |
| Base rate source | Record the base rate source used for labor productivity assumptions. | Confirm the entry against its cited source and assigned reviewer. |
| Crew composition | Record the crew composition used for labor productivity assumptions. | Confirm the entry against its cited source and assigned reviewer. |
| Condition adjustment | Record the condition adjustment used for labor productivity assumptions. | Confirm the entry against its cited source and assigned reviewer. |
| Approved hours | Record the approved hours used for labor productivity assumptions. | Confirm the entry against its cited source and assigned reviewer. |
Adjust named conditions
Identify access, height, congestion, and shift restrictions. Apply factors only to affected work. Avoid stacking factors for the same condition.
Review calculated hours
Compare hours with crew duration and schedule. Review the largest drivers with a knowledgeable lead.
Carry the approved labor basis into handoff. For recurring labor productivity assumptions records, an estimating support role can maintain inputs while final approval stays with the contractor.
