An Introduction to Construction Estimating

Details

• Date: May 6 - 9
• Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
• Member Cost: $675 plus HST + fees
• Non-Member Cost: $800 plus HST + fees
• Format: Zoom, Virtual
• Participants will receive a CPD certificate and 2 Gold Seal Credits.

Overview

This course will cover:

• Introductions
• Construction Project Phases
• Role of the Estimator
• Types of Construction Contracts
• Types of Estimates
• MasterFormat®
• Definition of an Estimate
• Cost vs. Price
• Components of Cost
• Components of Price
• Risk Analysis
• Quantity Surveying
• Pricing
• Allowances and Contingencies
• Summarizing the Estimate
• Procurement Methods
• Laws and Rules of Tendering
• Basics of Bonding

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the various phases of a construction project from inception to commissioning and beyond.
2. Describe the role of the estimator in the modern construction industry.
3. Identify 6 common types of construction contract arrangements.
4. Identify 4 common types of construction estimates.
5. Detail the components of a construction estimate.
6. Recall the process of creating and applying various unit rates within a construction estimate as well as the completion and summarization of a construction estimate.
7. Identify various methods used for procurement of construction services.

About Ralph Lembcke, P. GSC.

Navigating the world of construction is a complicated process. The industry has its own language, culture and conventions. Who better to help you chart a course than someone with over 40 years of experience both as a contractor and as a college-level construction professor? Ralph combines practical knowledge with proven communication skills to provide you with no-nonsense, clear, concise and, occasionally humorous, learning experiences for a well-rounded understanding of our complicated industry.

Ralph holds a certificate in Construction Engineering Technology and Management from Fanshawe College, a teaching certificate from St. Clair College and a Professional Gold Seal certification from the Canadian Construction Association. His career has taken him from estimator to project manager, from self-employed contractor to a 30-year career as a professor with the Donald J. Smith School of Building Technology at Fanshawe College in London, where he still teaches part-time.

He was a 25-year member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyor (PQS - Professional Quantity Surveyor) and is currently a charter member of the Construction and Design Educators Council of Canada. Ralph sits on the board of advisors for the CDECC as well as for an Ontario-based construction company. He also conducts professional development audits for companies wishing to invest in their employee base through industry-related and specific training.

Construction contracts, quantity surveying, estimating, construction materials and techniques and building economics are his primary areas of expertise. His technical articles have appeared in many SunMedia publications as well as Our Homes magazine and several construction association magazines.

A mid-century modern enthusiast, he also enjoys researching, presenting and writing on the subject of mid-century architecture. He has written for internationally renowned Atomic Ranch magazine and he has spoken on the subject at several venues. In retirement, he is an avid air gunner and dabbles in mid-century-themed artistic architectural sculpture.

Contact Ralph anytime at rlembckeassociates@gmail.com

Cancellation Clause

Cancellation by course participant:

A full refund will be provided to registrants who provide a minimum of two(2) business days cancellation notice prior to the start of the course. The course participant will also have the option of transferring their ticket to a different course start date, depending on availability.

Cancellation by Instructor:

Decisions on course cancellations will be made prior to the course start date, early registration is recommended. If you register for a course that is canceled by the instructor, you will receive a full refund.