PRODUCTIVITY RATES FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
Produc�vity rates for construc�on ac�vi�es can vary widely depending on factors such as the
type of project, loca�on, labor skill, equipment availability, and site condi�ons. Below is a
general guide for some common construc�on ac�vi�es, but keep in mind that these are
approximate and should be adjusted based on your specific project condi�ons.
1. Earthwork
• Excava�on (Manual)
o Produc�vity: 1-2 cubic meters per worker per day
• Excava�on (Mechanical)
o Produc�vity: 150-200 cubic meters per excavator per day
• Backfilling
o Produc�vity: 15-20 cubic meters per worker per day
2. Concrete Work
• Formwork (Timber)
o Produc�vity: 5-10 square meters per carpenter per day
• Reinforcement (Rebar) Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 1-2 tons per worker per day
• Concrete Pouring (Manual)
o Produc�vity: 7-10 cubic meters per gang per day
• Concrete Pouring (Pump)
o Produc�vity: 20-30 cubic meters per hour
3. Masonry
• Brickwork
o Produc�vity: 400-600 bricks per mason per day
• Blockwork
o Produc�vity: 80-100 square meters per gang per day (gang typically includes
one mason and one helper)
4. Plastering
• Internal Plastering
o Produc�vity: 10-15 square meters per worker per day
• External Plastering
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o Produc�vity: 7-10 square meters per worker per day
5. Flooring
• Tiling
o Produc�vity: 20-30 square meters per �ler per day
• Concrete Floor Screeding
o Produc�vity: 30-50 square meters per worker per day
6. Roofing
• Tile Roofing
o Produc�vity: 8-12 square meters per worker per day
• Metal Roofing
o Produc�vity: 25-40 square meters per worker per day
7. Electrical Work
• Conduit Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 50-70 meters per electrician per day
• Wiring Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 60-80 meters per electrician per day
• Light Fixture Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 8-12 fixtures per electrician per day
8. Plumbing
• Pipe Installa�on (PVC/UPVC)
o Produc�vity: 30-50 meters per plumber per day
• Fixture Installa�on (Sinks, Toilets, etc.)
o Produc�vity: 5-8 fixtures per plumber per day
9. Pain�ng
• Interior Pain�ng
o Produc�vity: 80-120 square meters per painter per day (two coats)
• Exterior Pain�ng
o Produc�vity: 60-100 square meters per painter per day (two coats)
10. Carpentry and Joinery
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• Door and Window Frame Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 4-6 frames per carpenter per day
• Cabinet Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 2-4 cabinets per carpenter per day
11. HVAC Installa�on
• Ductwork Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 25-40 square meters per worker per day
• HVAC Unit Installa�on
o Produc�vity: 2-3 units per team per day
These rates are rough es�mates and should be adapted to reflect the specific circumstances of
your project. For a more accurate calcula�on, it’s advisable to analyze past project data, consult
with experienced site engineers, or use region-specific construc�on handbooks.
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