- [Instructor] To begin with, we should discuss exactly what an estimator does and why they do it. Usually, an estimator tries to win work for their firm by submitting a priced proposal on a particular job to the owner or prime contractor and having the lowest responsible bid. This process is commonly known as bidding.
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Author
Christopher Randall
Released
11/13/2017
Detailed, accurate estimates are a critical part of construction, and professional estimators are in demand. Without estimates, construction managers can't build budgets, get approvals, and hire workers. If you're interested in construction estimating to create bids for your business, or as a full-time career, this course provides an overview of the basics. Learn the terminology and the components of a typical estimate. See examples of solid contract drawings, and what the tools of the trade look like—including the analog scale, ruler, and counter—as well as what to look for in software packages that are tailored to these tasks. Instructor and professional estimator Christopher Randall provides the training you need to make the jump into this popular profession.
Topics include:
- What is an estimator?
- Types of estimates
- Legal and ethical issues
- Tools of the trade
Skill Level Beginner
15m 22s
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome58s
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1. Program
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Common defintions1m 13s
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Types of estimates1m 24s
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2. Estimating Guidelines
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Legal and ethical issues1m 21s
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Give yourself enough time1m 37s
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The tools of the trade2m 27s
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Conclusion
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Next steps40s
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