Cost database interface

Skill a5c-ai/babysitter/library/specializations/domains/science/civil-engineering/skills/cost-database-interface

Construction cost database interface skill for unit costs, productivity, and regional adjustmentsFrom its SKILL.md

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Cost Database Interface Skill

Purpose

The Cost Database Interface Skill provides access to construction cost databases for unit costs, crew productivity rates, and regional cost adjustments.

Capabilities

RS Means database integration
Unit cost lookup
Regional cost adjustments
Crew productivity rates
Equipment rental rates
Material price indices
Historical cost trending
Location factor application

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

Developing cost estimates
Benchmarking project costs
Adjusting for location
Forecasting costs

Prerequisites

Database access configured
Cost categories identified
Location factors known
Time period specified

Best Practices

Use current data
Apply appropriate factors
Verify for local conditions
Document cost sources

Process Integration

This skill integrates with:

Construction Cost Estimation

Configuration

cost-database-interface:
  databases:
    - rs-means
    - dodge
    - eni
  data-types:
    - unit-costs
    - productivity
    - equipment
    - materials
  adjustments:
    - location
    - time
    - size

Output Artifacts

Cost data extracts
Location factors
Productivity data
Cost indices

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