# Intro to Construction Estimating Course Online 100% online with live support and industry-recognized certificate Canonical URL: ## Overview This course breaks down how cost estimates are built from the ground up. You’ll work through quantity takeoffs, pricing methods, and the tools used to assemble clear, professional cost proposals, while learning what should and shouldn’t be included in an estimate. Designed for future estimators, project managers, and those new to construction, the course focuses on building real confidence with industry-standard estimating practices. The learning experience centers on practical estimating scenarios for residential and commercial projects. You’ll pull cost data directly from architectural and structural drawings, compare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimates, and explore quantity surveying, labor and equipment costs, and contingency planning. Along the way, you’ll use industry-standard estimating tools and develop problem-solving skills to spot discrepancies and reduce the risk of cost overruns. ## What you'll learn - Understand the fundamentals of construction estimating for residential and commercial projects. - Learn to interpret architectural and structural plans to extract relevant cost-related data. - Master different types of estimates, such as conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimating. - Gain insight into quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, labor costs, equipment costs, and contingency planning. - Explore industry-standard tools and software used for creating precise cost estimations. - Develop problem-solving skills to analyze discrepancies and mitigate cost overruns effectively. ## Instructors ### Matt F. — Instructor Matt F. is a well-rounded construction professional with a diverse background of construction industry experience. Matt has strong experience working on major commercial and residential construction projects, overseeing projects from pre-construction through to closeout. He also has a deep knowledge of the construction technology space, having hands-on experience with many of the major players in the construction technology landscape. Matt loves sharing his industry knowledge with others and continuing to learn about the newest trends in construction technology. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $329