Project initiation procedures
Understanding specifications
Understanding estimate setup procedures
How to break down a project
Systematic takeoff and verification
Understanding the bid closing procedure to arrive at a price
Understanding computerized estimating software
Takeoff modification procedures
Advanced sorting and filtering procedures
How to analyze labor, material, equipment, and other costs
How to validate an estimate to ensure accuracy
Learn functions related to estimating such as bonding, RFQs, RFIs, etc.
Gain new insights into the estimating process
Learn in one week what would otherwise take months and possibly years!
This computerized estimating course is designed to teach novice estimators sound principles and proven methodologies of hands-on professional estimating. This intensive course will set students on the path to becoming more proficient and productive estimators by focusing on estimating techniques that emphasize accuracy and detail during takeoff. In addition to being taught hands-on techniques for counting and measuring materials during the takeoff phase, students are shown how to organize those takeoffs into logical and functional breakdowns, setting the stage for proper bid review, material co-ordination, scheduling, and effective project management.
Throughout the five-day course, students will exercise these principles and techniques by performing an instructor-led real-world type estimate from start to finish, using the latest in state-of-the-art software, tools, and materials.
Upon successful course completion the student will have sufficient knowledge to complete an estimate and prepare a formal bid with confidence.
Summary of Course Topics
Bid Document Review (drawings, specifications, and addenda)
Review of the whole estimating process
Practical takeoff methods unique to common systems
Reviewing bill of materials
Bid closing procedure
Bid preparation and submittal
Course Duration: 56 Hours / 16 CEU
2008 Course Dates: OCTOBER, NOVEMBER & JANUARY. You must attend and complete all sessions.
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Who Should Attend: Project managers, journeymen, novice estimators, junior estimators and estimators unfamiliar with computerized estimating software.
Prerequisites: Experience in the contracting industry and the ability to read blueprints, working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment is mandatory.
How To Apply: Please drop off or mail/email your Resume to Greg Fuller at Fuller Electric. Selection will be based on computer skills and size/type of shop you are working for or own. Class is limited to 8 students. Don't wait to sign up!
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