Estimating Course 2024 – Class #1

We’re excited to announce the return of our NECA Basic Estimating Course, taught by the amazing Kevin Ess and Taylor Howe from Valley Electric. Our new and improved hybrid course will kick off on February 5th. The 14-class course is designed to create hands-on opportunities while learning current project estimating methods. This course will help you manage your workload and increase your productivity. We are limiting the class size to 24 students. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For just $300 per student, you will get to enjoy all course materials, making this an incredible value. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from a true industry expert and take your career to the next level. We hope to see you there!

In Person Class Location:

Puget Sound Chapter Office
16001 Aurora Ave N., Suite 200
Shoreline, WA 98133

As a valued Contractor, we wanted to extend an invitation to anyone in your firm who may be interested in attending this informative course.

Estimating Class Dates (All bolded dates are IN PERSON)

• Monday, February 5, 2024, In Person 4:00PM – 6:30PM 
  • Intro, Overview, Course Objectives, Textbook Chapter 1 (Elect Const.Industry) Part 1
• Tuesday, February 6, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
  • Chapters 1 (Elect.Const. Industry) Part 2 & Chapter 2 (Contract Documents)
• Monday, February 12, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Chapters 3 (Installation Drawings) & 4 (Takeoff)
• Tuesday, February 13, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
  • Chapter 5 (Listing)& 4 (Takeoff)
• Monday, February 19, 2024, NO CLASS – PRESIDENTS DAY
• Tuesday, February 20, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Chapter 4 (Takeoff)
• Monday, February 26, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Chapters 6 (Labor Estimating) & 4(Takeoff)
• Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Review of All Concepts
• Monday, March 4, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
  • Review of All Concepts, Intro. of “Shop & Gas” Dwgs. & Specs. for Estimate
• Tuesday, March 5, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
  • Working Session -Takeoff “Shop & Gas”
• Monday, March 11, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Working Session – Takeoff “Shop & Gas”
• Tuesday, March 12, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Working Session -Takeoff “Shop & Gas”
• Monday, March 18, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
  • Working Session -Takeoff “Shop & Gas” – Takeoff Completeness & Review of Project
• Tuesday, March 19, 2024, Online/Virtual 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Chapter 7 (Summarizing the Estimate)
• Wednesday, March 20, 2024, In Person 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Course Review, Estimate Review & Comparisons & Handout Certificates