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Master the Complete Estimating Process - Start to Finish
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Master the Complete Estimating Process - Start to Finish

Step-by-Step Guide with Free, Ready-to-Use Templates
Created byConrad Mclean
Last updated 7/2024
English

What you'll learn

  • Reviewing tender documents and what you need to know
  • Subcontractors & Suppliers - price request form, tracking submissions and adjudication review
  • How to build cost rates with labour, plant and materials, and P&G
  • Summarizing total tender costs, detailed documentation - first draft
  • Price challenge reviews, final checks, submission's and post tender

Course content

5 sections5 lectures1h 53m total length
  • Project Overview & Tender Documents24:59
    1. Reviewing tender documents

      • Contract documents

      • Drawings

      • Technical specification

      • Geotechnical report

      • SOQ

      • Other

    2. Allocation of schedule items

      • Determine self-performing, external/internal, subcontractors, suppliers & professional services

      • Explaining the different roles and responsibility of each component

Requirements

  • No requirements needed, just a passion for the Civil industry and a willingness to learn

Description

Welcome to "Master the Complete Estimating Process - Start to Finish, Step-by-Step Guide with Free, Ready-to-Use Templates" – your ultimate resource for mastering the art of estimating in the civil construction industry!

Whether you're a novice estimator or looking to sharpen your skills, this comprehensive course is designed to guide you through the entire estimating process. You’ll gain valuable insights, practical tools, and expert tips to streamline your workflow and boost your accuracy. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to complete your own tender with confidence and precision.

What You'll Learn:

Section 1 - Project Overview & Tender Documents:

  • Understand the essential elements of a project overview.

  • Learn how to effectively gather and interpret tender documents.

  • Gain insights into the initial steps of setting up a successful estimate.

Section 2 - Subcontractors & Suppliers:

  • Discover strategies for selecting and managing subcontractors.

  • Learn how to source and evaluate suppliers for optimal project outcomes.

  • Explore techniques for negotiating and securing the best deals.

Section 3 - Cost Rates:

  • Master the calculation of accurate cost rates for labor, materials, and equipment.

  • Understand how to incorporate overheads and profit margins into your estimates.

  • Gain access to free, ready-to-use templates to simplify your calculations.

Section 4 - Collate & Present:

  • Learn how to effectively collate all elements of your estimate into a coherent presentation.

  • Discover best practices for presenting your estimate to stakeholders.

  • Utilize our free templates to enhance the professionalism and clarity of your submissions.

Section 5 - Price Challenge Reviews, Submission & Post Tender:

  • Prepare for and navigate price challenge reviews with confidence.

  • Gain insights into the submission process to ensure your tender stands out.

  • Understand the post-tender phase and how to address feedback and negotiations.

Why Choose This Course?


  • Step-by-Step Guidance: Follow a structured approach to mastering the entire estimating process from start to finish.

  • Free Templates: Access a suite of ready-to-use templates designed to streamline your workflow and enhance accuracy.

  • Expert Insights: Learn from industry professionals with years of experience in civil estimating.

  • Practical Applications: Gain hands-on experience with real-world examples and exercises.

Who Should Enroll?

  • Aspiring and novice civil estimators.

  • Construction professionals looking to improve their estimating skills.

  • Project managers and engineers involved in the tendering process.

Join me on this educational journey and transform your estimating skills with practical tools, expert guidance, and valuable insights. Enroll today and take the first step towards becoming a master estimator!

Who this course is for:

  • Estimators and Civil Managers at all levels
  • Anyone looking to work in the New Zealand Construction Industry as an Estimator and want some insight into what you need to know