Methodology / Glossary / Build Costs

Build Costs

Direct construction expenditure including labor, materials, and subcontractor costs. Build costs are the largest cost category in most developments and are typically quoted per square meter of GIA.

Why it matters

Build costs typically represent 40-60% of total project costs. Small percentage changes have major profit impact.

In Profivo

Entered in the Costs tab and distributed across the construction timeline in the cash flow.

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