Creating high-quality, accurate estimates is a critical part of construction. Learn what it takes to get started as a professional estimator.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
- Learn construction estimating the right way
- What you should know
- What is an estimator?
- Common construction definitions
- Core steps of estimating
- Types of estimates
- Productivity tips for estimating
- Estimating tools
- About computerized estimating
- Takeoff sheet introduction
- Counting items
- Quantity takeoff and assembly takeoff
- Area measurements and calculations
- Volume measurements and calculations
- Developing a takeoff sequence
- Extending material and labor costs
- Expense, quotation, and subcontractor sheets
- Compiling a takeoff
- Bid proposal
- Next steps
Taught by
Christopher Randall
