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Residential Construction Estimate​

Manual Construction Project Estimating with aid of Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD

This course is designed for engineers, architects, contractors, project managers, and construction professionals, and even students or fresh graduates who are eager to take their manual construction project estimating skills to the next level.

This hands-on course will equip you with the expertise to accurately estimate materials, labor, and costs, with aid of Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD, ensuring efficiency and precision in every project.

This training comes with PRE-APPROVED CPD UNITS (3.00 FOR REGISTERED CIVIL ENGINEERS; 9.00 FOR REGISTERED ARCHITECTS) upon completion.

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JULY 21-25, 2025

6PM to 10PM (20 hours)

LIVE ONLINE (MS Teams)

Early bird and Group Package promo is until July 14, 2025 only.

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Course Description

This comprehensive 20-hour training and workshop on Residential Construction Estimation is designed to equip participants with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to prepare accurate cost estimates for residential construction projects. This course covers essential aspects of construction cost estimation, including civil, architectural, and plumbing works, as well as hands-on training in using Excel spreadsheets for estimate preparation. Participants will develop practical skills to assess material, labor, and equipment costs effectively, ensuring accurate project budgeting and efficient resource allocation.

This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding and practical knowledge of residential construction estimation techniques, enabling them to prepare detailed cost estimates for various construction components efficiently and accurately. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the fundamentals of construction cost estimation and its importance in project planning and management.
  2. Utilize Excel effectively for construction estimate preparation and data compilation.
  3. Accurately estimate costs for civil works, architectural works, and plumbing systems.
  4. Compile and organize estimation data into professional, comprehensive spreadsheets for reporting purposes.
  • Basic knowledge of construction practices and terminologies.
  • Familiarity with residential construction workflows.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel for basic operations.

No Prerequisites.

1) desktop/laptop computer (with mouse for ease of control)
2) stable internet connection
3) headset (for better listening) – optional
4) webcam – optional

Minimum desktop/laptop hardware requirements:
– Intel® Core™ i3 or AMD equivalent
– 4GB RAM
– 128GB SSD or HDD
– Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 OS (64-bit system, x64 based processor)

COURSE OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATE – (1.00 HOUR)

  • THINGS TO CONSIDER IN MAKING RELIABLE CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATES
  • TOTAL PROJECT/CONSTRUCTION COST
      • MATERIAL COST
      • LABOR COST
      • EQUIPMENT COST
      • OVERHEAD, CONTINGENCIES AND MISCELLANEOUS
      • CONTRACTORS’ PROFIT
      • CONTRACTORS ALL RISK INSURANCE
      • TAX
  • BILL OF MATERIALS vs BILL OF QUANTITIES

COMMON EXCEL OPERATIONS & COMMANDS USED IN ESTIMATE SHEETS – (1 HOUR)

CIVIL WORKS ESTIMATE – (2.00 HOURS)

  • EARTHWORKS
      • EXCAVATION
      • BACKFILLING
      • EMBANKMENT
      • COMPACTION
      • FOUNDATION INVESTIGATION
  • CONCRETING WORKS
      • CEMENT
      • AGGREGATES
      • WATER CEMENT RATIO
      • ADMIXTURES
      • CONCRETE PROPORTION

CIVIL WORKS ESTIMATE [CONTINUATION…] – (4.00 HOURS)

  • REBAR WORKS
      • GRADES
      • COMMERCIAL BAR LENGTHS
      • COMMERCIAL BAR DIAMETERS
      • MARKINGS
      • ESTIMATING REBAR CUT LENGTH
          • STANDARD HOOKS
          • SPLICING BASED ON NSCP 2015, DPWH BLUE BOOK 2013 AND CRSI
          • STIRRUP AND TIE SPACING BASED ON NSCP 2015 PROVISIONS
      • ESTIMATING FOR TIE WIRES
  • FORMWORKS AND FALSEWORKS
  • MASONRY WORKS
  • METAL WORKS
      • TRUSSES/RAFTERS AND ROOF FRAMING
      • HANDRAILS

ARCHITECTURAL WORKS ESTIMATE – (4.00 HOURS)

  • TINSMITHRY AND OTHER ROOFING WORKS
  • TILEWORKS
  • CEILING WORKS
  • DRY WALL PARTITIONS
  • PAINTING WORKS

ARCHITECTURAL WORKS ESTIMATE [CONTINUATION…] – (2.00 HOURS)

  • WATERPROOFING WORKS
  • DOORS AND WINDOWS/FENESTRATIONS

PLUMBING WORKS ESTIMATE – (2.00 HOURS)

  • SANITARY LINE SYSTEM
  • VENT LINE SYSTEM
  • STORM DRAIN LINE SYSTEM
  • CLEAN WATER LINE SYSTEM
  • PLUMBING FIXTURES AND ACCESSORIES

COMPILATION OF ESTIMATE SPREADSHEETS – (4.00 HOURS)

  • ESTIMATE COMPILATION
  • DETAILED UNIT PRICE ANALYSIS & PRESENTATION
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