Construction Estimating Principles and Application
Description
This half-day virtual training—crafted by the industry experts at UChapter2—is built for estimators who want to sharpen their approach and gain a competitive edge. The course encourages attendees to ask the critical question: “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?”
The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid:
This open-forum discussion, led by a panel of experienced estimators, explores advanced concepts and current industry models. Participants will examine their own processes through the lens of modern estimating principles.
Learning Objectives:
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Cost/Price analysis
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Pricing project constraints
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How to build flexibility into your system
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Optimum time to complete
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Escalation
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Managing risk within the estimate
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Danger zones to avoid
How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates:
In today’s visual-first world, simply showing your understanding of a project can help win the work. This portion of the class demonstrates how digital tools—particularly Bluebeam Revu—can replace highlighters, rulers, and calculators with clear, repeatable workflows. The result? Estimates that are consistent, predictable, and fast, regardless of who’s doing the work. While Bluebeam Revu software may be referenced during the session, this is not a pics and clicks tutorial, it's a deep dive into the mindset and methodology of successful estimating.
Learning Objectives:
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Working with PDF drawings
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Calibrating drawings
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Measurement tools
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Custom measurement tools
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Displaying and exporting data
Delivery Method: Virtual Session - Zoom platform
Course Fee Includes: Access to the course, course materials, and a digital certificate upon completion.
This course is delivered in partnership with local and provincial construction associations across Canada. You may be participating with a group of industry peers from multiple regions.
Sharing a single registration between two or more individuals is not permitted. Please register each person that will be in attendance.
Presented by: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor | Owner of UChapter2
Troy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor, Consultant, and Implementation Specialist, known for delivering practical, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com, Troy trains over 4,000 professionals each year, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs.
With 30+ years in the design and construction industry, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology, team goals, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large, multi-discipline engineering firm, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software, project teams, and the strategic priorities of leadership.
Troy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand, and training that sticks.
Technical Requirements
Course Requirements (Technology & Participation)
Please ensure you meet the following requirements:
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Please go to the Revu > About menu in the upper left corner of the Bluebeam interface. You’re required to have Version 2018 or newer for our Bluebeam courses. If this same windows say Unassigned at the top, your IT department needs to assign you a license so you can login and use Bluebeam software. Make sure this is complete prior to class start time.
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If you need to purchase a Bluebeam license, use my referral link. Please allow a few days for the delivery and installation before class starts, this is not a last minute thing.
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Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
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2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.