Register on-line with Visa, Discover, MasterCard or American express. Use the "Register" button shown on the Location / Dates page of this web site, and complete the registration form. Pre-registration is required. Since we need to prepare training materials, and reserve our conference space in advance of each class, participants must register at least 15 days prior to the date of the training course. After you register, you will receive an Order Confirmation and directions to the training facility. This also serves as your receipt and shows that you have paid in full.

HANDS-ON ESTIMATING WORKSHOP (1-day)

This 1-day class introduces estimating procedures in a clear and precise manner explaining all the procedures of estimating the cost of construction work such as quantity takeoff, pricing of the contractor’s work, pricing sub-trade work, pricing site overhead and compiling bid documents. This course provides thorough instruction on the principles of construction estimating and the skills to become a professional estimator by using drawings from several real projects, thereby walking the attendee through the complete estimating process which can be used in various trades on many different types of construction projects.

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INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT (1-day)

This 1-day class is developed to introduce the various components of Construction Project Management. Includes descriptions and examples of how each stage inter-relates and standard practices used during the Construction process. Topics include: Design (including getting bids), Pre-Construction Procurement, Construction & Building Commissioning, Owner Occupancy, Project closeout

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BLUEPRINT READING FOR CONSTRUCTION (3-day)

This 3-day Construction Blueprint Reading class covers a foundation skill in construction. All construction professionals, regardless of whether they are working in the field or in the office, must know how to read blueprints. Blueprint reading is not terribly difficult but it does require practice and some basic knowledge of blueprints. This instructor-led blueprint reading course is designed to provide you with that foundation knowledge and enough practice at reading blueprints to get you started.

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ESTIMATING IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION (3-day)

Estimating in Building Construction is a 3-day, instructor-led, training class designed to introduce participants to the essentials of estimating in the commercial construction environment. The course structure effectively combines introductory lecture and discussion with hands-on application of useful estimating principles, tools, and techniques through applied case study exercises. The course covers the basics of all Estimating processes including: finding projects to bid, obtaining documents, setting up the estimate, studying the plans and specifications, time management, modern take-off tools, using Excel templates, how to break out costs for alternates and unit costs, breaking out costs of building systems, coordinating with estimators of other disciplines, giving the Client cost information that is appropriate for their needs, and breaking out costs for Owner’s bid forms.

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SUCCESSFUL PROJECT MANAGEMENT (3-day)

Before you start your next project, you should arm yourself with the skills provided in the Successful Construction Project Management course. This 3-day instructor-led course provides useful practical tips for managing a construction project and is aimed at construction professionals as well as those studying construction project management. Managing a construction project isn’t an easy job and requires many skills. Some skills are learned by attending courses and colleges. Others, however, are only learned by experience, and often the hard way – learning from mistakes.

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FORMULA FOR WINNING LUMP SUM BIDS (1-day)

This 1-day course analyzes the steps needed to win a competitive bid. With today’s crazy-busy bid schedules, Estimators find it difficult to follow the proper steps that are essential for having the lowest, accurate bid. We’ve developed the Essential Rules for Winning, that help improve a Construction Firm’s chances, with the most accurate costs possible in a short bid cycle. The life of today’s Estimator is usually one of high stress and frustration. This class discusses the Rules, that if followed, will help reduce the anxiety of Bid Day.

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CORE Education Seminar Cancellation Policy:
If your plans change, you may transfer to another session or designate a substitute to attend in your place prior to the scheduled seminar…Or, in the event you need to cancel your registration, you may do so for a full refund if you inform us of your cancellation at least 10 business days before the start of the seminar. A $75.00 fee will be charged for cancellation with 10 business days from the start date of the seminar. NO reimbursement will be made if you cancel within 48-hours of the seminar, or if you fail to attend your scheduled session. Non-paid, no-shows registered by phone, mail, or online will be billed to the registrant.