Online anytime - Mastering Construction Estimating and Project Cost Control

This 7-module Mastering Construction Estimating and Project Cost Control course is designed to help students become acquainted with the bid/estimating process, from the first bid meeting to bid day. This course allows you to learn at your own pace while gaining a comprehensive understanding of how to accurately prepare construction estimates. Covering fundamental principles and practical techniques, you will develop expertise in evaluating costs across a wide range of construction components and effectively managing subcontractor quotes and scopes of work. Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a Build Smart Institute Certificate that validates your proficiency in construction estimating - a key skillset for success in the industry.

Students will have access to this 12-hour course for 180 days. There are 7 modules with an exam at the end of each module. 

Who Should Take This Course:

• Careers in Construction

Topics Covered:

• Project manuals.
• Gaining an understanding of the bidding process.
• The use of computer software for estimation.
• The difference between job and home office overhead.
• Determine the cost of labor.
• Request for Quote (RFQ) and Subcontractor Scope of Work.
• Calculate material quantities and costs.
• Calculate the costs of insulation, damp roofing, waterproofing, and roofing.
• Calculate storefront, window, and door estimates.
• Estimate the cost of the steel studs, plaster, drywall, wallboard, flooring, and painting.
• The cost of subcontracting HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Increase Profit on Bids.

Please note: A textbook must be purchased separately for this class. After registration, you'll receive a link to purchase the required textbook (MSRP $107.68 digital).