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Construction Estimator Course

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What will I learn?

Master the art of construction estimating with our comprehensive Construction Estimator Course. Designed for construction professionals, this course covers essential skills like reading blueprints, calculating material and labour costs, and using software for quantity takeoff. Learn to estimate equipment costs, conduct market research, and incorporate overhead and profit into your estimates. By the end, you'll be equipped to compile detailed, accurate cost estimates, ensuring project success and profitability.

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Select and arrange the chapters you want to study
Set your course workload
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Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master blueprint reading: Decode complex plans for accurate project execution.

Calculate material needs: Precisely estimate quantities to minimize waste.

Optimize equipment costs: Evaluate rental vs. purchase for budget efficiency.

Analyze labour expenses: Determine requirements and rates for cost-effective staffing.

Conduct market research: Identify trends and reliable sources for competitive pricing.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.