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Ed Wenz

Ed started Wenz Consulting after 35 years as a professional estimator. He continues to work on various projects while also dedicating time to teaching and training through Wenz Consulting and VDCI. Ed has over 10 years of experience in Sage Estimating Development and Digital Takeoff Systems and has an extensive background in Construction Software and Communications Technology. Ed enjoys spending his free time with his wife and grandchildren in San Diego.

Sage Estimating Certified Instructor
Construction Cost Estimating

What is Construction Estimating?

Understanding Construction Estimating: A Key Component of Project Planning

Construction estimating is one of the most crucial components of the building process. It involves forecasting the expenses associated with constructing a physical structure, helping project stakeholders make informed financial decisions.

Read Article Jan 28, 2025

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Learning Resources by Ed Wenz

Mastering Construction Estimates in Bluebeam: A Step-by-Step Guide for Music and Guest Room Projects

Dive into hands-on estimating using Bluebeam with a focused walkthrough of a real construction plan. Learn to perform detailed takeoffs, export data, and calculate costs for the music and guest rooms.
Completing an Accurate Composite Siding Takeoff After Finishing the Stucco on the Exterior Plans

Dive into the detailed process of completing a composite siding takeoff using Bluebeam. From tool setup to precise area measurements, learn how accuracy shapes every step.
Organizing Markups and Preparing for Exterior Finish Takeoffs in Construction Estimating Workflow

Get organized before diving deeper into exterior work with helpful tips on markup sorting and estimate structuring. Then, gear up for detailed takeoffs of exterior finishes, from stucco to standing seam metal roofing.
Finalizing Your Estimate Format with Cost Alignment and Cover Sheet Integration in Excel

Learn how to polish your project’s cost estimate with simple formatting tweaks for clarity and professionalism. Final steps include aligning your detail page and updating the cover sheet to wrap up the estimate.
Mastering Bluebeam's Core Tools for Efficient Plan Markups, Notes, and Takeoff Preparation

Master the essentials of Bluebeam with this hands-on guide to organizing, marking up, and preparing your plan sets for takeoff. Learn how to streamline revisions, lock in markups, and leverage powerful tools for efficient estimating.

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Ed Wenz

What is Construction Estimating?

Understanding Construction Estimating: A Key Component of Project Planning

Learning Resources by Ed Wenz

Mastering Construction Estimates in Bluebeam: A Step-by-Step Guide for Music and Guest Room Projects

Completing an Accurate Composite Siding Takeoff After Finishing the Stucco on the Exterior Plans

Organizing Markups and Preparing for Exterior Finish Takeoffs in Construction Estimating Workflow

Finalizing Your Estimate Format with Cost Alignment and Cover Sheet Integration in Excel

Mastering Bluebeam's Core Tools for Efficient Plan Markups, Notes, and Takeoff Preparation