Construction Estimator Courses

This course is intended to explain the process of construction estimating from contract documents to the methods of measuring material quantities used in general contracting offices. This will enable students to understand the position of the estimator within the business of construction management both in the contractor and sub-contractor’s world. The course focuses on “taking off” methods of materials using simple residential and commercial exercises.

This course is intended to guide a student through a proven method of cost estimating. This will aid the student in determining material quantities and unit cost for a complete project. This course will be of interest to those individuals wishing to learn about estimating in a commercial environment. Students will be able to utilize various documents created in the workplace. The build-up and calculations of unit costs for materials, labour and equipment will be the fundamental part of this course. Pre-requisite: OL606 Introduction to Cost Estimating. Computer Software Requirements: Microsoft Word and Excel

This course will provide students, who has a basic knowledge of general contracting and estimating, additional understanding of tender documents for all project types and knowledge of computerized estimating and unit price control. Discover the role of the estimating team and the importance of bid management. This course will lead to the management of site, material ordering, scheduling, and the cost control process. Pre-requisite: OL618 Material Estimating and Methods

This course provides an introduction to basic blueprint reading and common methods of construction. Students will use construction drawings to discuss topics ranging from soil evacuation to roof design. Legal concepts of building/planning codes and statutes are discussed. Students will gain a foundation of residential/commercial construction principles and codes in practice today.

Students will develop skills toward job site administration and documentation, layout, set up, surveying, supervision, and safety. Contract types and the Construction Lien Act will be discussed along with a review of the programs that are available to help in managing the job site. Pre-requisite: OL618 Material Estimating and Methods