Construction Estimating Principles & Application - A live, online course
Construction Estimating Principles and Application
4 Hours
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?”
Viewpoint 1 – 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:
- Cost/Price analysis
- Pricing project constraints
- How to build flexibility into your system
- Optimum time to complete
- Escalation
- Managing risk within the estimate
- Danger zones to avoid
Viewpoint 2 – 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:
- Working with PDF drawings
- Calibrating drawings
- Measurement tools
- Custom measurement tools
- Displaying and exporting data
ASA Central PA has partnered with UChapter2 to provide workflow-based Bluebeam Revu training courses for design and construction professionals.
Bluebeam Revu transforms PDFs into data-rich project documents, supporting everything from markup and measurement to takeoffs, estimates, and field collaboration.
All training is developed and delivered by uchapter2.com and led by Troy DeGroot, a Bluebeam Certified Instructor (BCI) recognized worldwide for helping teams improve accuracy, speed, and software adoption through customized, real-world workflows.
View a Preview at this Link: August ’26 Course Launch Webinar
Course Requirements (Technology & Participation)
Please ensure you meet the following requirements:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.
Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner
As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training nearly 4,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. These extensive and diverse training opportunities have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings along with several industry conferences including Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON).
Approaching 30 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large multi-discipline engineering firm, he provides a broad understanding of the industry, the evolution of technology, and the importance of change management.
Refund Policy
We value your commitment to learning and growth at UChapter2, and we are dedicated to delivering high-quality training that supports your professional goals. To help you plan confidently, please review our refund policy:
All training course sales are final. However, we do understand that unexpected situations can occur. For that reason, cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the class start time are eligible for a refund, less any applicable processing fees.
Due to the resources involved in preparing our courses, cancellations made less than 48 hours before the class start time are not eligible for refunds.
Student substitutions will not be allowed less than 48 hours before the class start time.
Note: Unless otherwise stated, every person able to see, hear, and observe the virtual course sessions must be a paid participant. Non-compliance of this requirement will result in removal from the course. Refunds will not be issued to students who are removed from the course for non-compliance of this requirement.
Thank you for understanding our policy, which helps us maintain the quality of our training programs. If you have any questions or unique circumstances, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We’re here to support your learning journey.
Registration will close at 4pm on Friday, November 6.
Paying Non-Member Rates? Join ASA Central PA by 12/6/26 and the difference in training cost will be credited toward your membership!
Tickets
$385.00 ASACP Member Attendee - 1 Person
$539.00 Non-Member attendee - 1 Person
