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Construction Estimating Principles & Application - January 2026

January 13, 2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CST)

Description

**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



Facilitator:
Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner

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.

Time

January 13 | 12:00 – 4:00 PM

Pricing

Member: $385

Non-Member: $539

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Name: Kailee Hahn
Email: kailee@abccentraltexas.org
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