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Learning Construction Estimating

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Creating high-quality, accurate estimates is a critical part of construction. Learn what it takes to get started as a professional estimator.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Learn construction estimating the right way
  • What you should know
1. Estimating Basics: What Is Estimating and How Does It Work?
  • What is an estimator?
  • Common construction definitions
  • Core steps of estimating
  • Types of estimates
  • Productivity tips for estimating
  • Estimating tools
  • About computerized estimating
2. Takeoff
  • Takeoff sheet introduction
  • Counting items
  • Quantity takeoff and assembly takeoff
  • Area measurements and calculations
  • Volume measurements and calculations
  • Developing a takeoff sequence
3. Extention
  • Extending material and labor costs
  • Expense, quotation, and subcontractor sheets
4. Recapitulation (Recap)
  • Compiling a takeoff
  • Bid proposal
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Christopher Randall

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