ABSTRACT
Labour rates are based upon typical gang costs divided by the number of primary working operatives for the trade concerned, and for general building work include an allowance for trade supervision. Labour hours multiplied by Labour rate with the appropriate addition for overhead charges and profit gives Labour £. In some instances, due to variations in gangs used, Labour rate figures have not been indicated, but can be calculated by dividing Labour £ by Labour hours. Effective from June 2022 the assumed calculated minimum weekly earnings for craft operatives and general operatives’ rates are £531.94 and £400.08 respectively; to these rates have been added allowances for the items in accordance with the recommended procedure of the Chartered Institute of Building in its Code of Estimating Practice. The resultant average hourly rate on which the Prices for Measured Works have been based is £27.92.
