CMCEF Canada


 

Computerized Mechanical Estimating

This Gold Seal Accredited course is designed to teach novice estimators sound principles and proven methodologies of professional estimating. This intensive hands-on course will set students on the path to becoming more proficient and productive estimators by focusing on estimating techniques that emphasize accuracy and detail during takeoff. In addition to being taught hands-on techniques for counting and measuring materials during the takeoff phase, students are shown how to organize those takeoffs into logical and functional breakdowns, setting the stage for proper bid review, material co-ordination, scheduling, and effective project management.  Leading mechanical estimating software is used for this course.

 Throughout the five-day course, students will exercise these principles and techniques by performing an instructor-led real-world type estimate from start to finish, using the latest in state-of-the-art software, tools, and materials.

Upon successful course completion the student should garner sufficient knowledge to complete an estimate and prepare a formal bid with confidence.

Summary of Course Topics


· Understand and describe the entire estimating process
· Accurately describe and review bid documents (i.e. drawings, specifications, and addenda)
 · Demonstrate procedures to setting up an estimate
· Describe the important of breaking down an estimate into logical and functional breakdowns
· Correctively perform takeoff of materials in common systems using a systematic approach that emphasizes attention to accuracy and detail
· Demonstrate the ability to correctly modify takeoff description, quantities and items
· Understand and describe the process of extending material pricing and labour unit values to an accumulated bill of materials in a computerized estimating environment
· Demonstrate the ability to effectively correct errors and omissions (due diligence) on their accumulated bill of materials
· Accurately account for costs of all applicable labour (direct, indirect and incidental), general expenses, subcontractors and quoted material items
· Demonstrate the ability to submit a final bid which accurately accounts for all costs, overhead, and profit
· Demonstrate a basic proficiency in the use of estimating software
· Comprehend the purpose and importance of associated estimating activities such as request for information and request for quotation

Who Should Attend 

Project managers, journeymen, novice estimators, junior estimators and estimators unfamiliar with computerized estimating software

Prerequisites

Experience in the contracting industry, the ability to read blueprints, and working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment.

In order to receive the course certificate, students MUST attend all 5 class days.  A final assignment must also be completed during class time.

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