This unique publication is the only detailed, multinational guide to the cost of construction work across Latin America. Thirteen countries are covered in detail in individual country chapters along with comparative regional information. The following information is given in the same way for each country: key data on the main economic and construction indicators as well as on geography and population; an outline of the national construction industry, covering structure, tendering and contract procedures, liability and insurance, and regulations and standards; labour and materials cost data;...