Successful construction companies are built upon a foundation of accurate estimation. A good estimate creates a road map that can be followed for the duration of the project. By taking into account all the components required, you can create a specific, dependable plan which you will be able to track throughout the project cycle. This allows for accurate scheduling, smooth execution, predictable profits, and satisfied clients. Emphasis will be placed on estimating with software and other methods, so please bring a laptop computer with you to class that has Microsoft Excel already loaded.