Construction Cost Estimating and Bidding

Learn the theory, procedures, and practices that are used to develop construction project estimates and final bid price. Topics include the bidding process; the bid package; general conditions; subcontractor bid comparisons; planning for the estimate; internal and external management considerations; and the predesign, conceptual, and preliminary budgets. Also, discuss design review, preconstruction and detailed estimates, unit prices, lump-sum bids, direct and indirect costs, overhead, bonds, and insurance.


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Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 2

You'll walk away with

• Knowledge of the types and components of construction estimates
• The ability to develop construction project estimates and bids

Ideal for

• Construction project managers
• Real estate developers and managers