Overview
Construction Estimating Bids and Contracts focuses on the bid and tendering process and the contract documents used across construction projects.
In this course, you’ll examine common construction contract types and their functions, along with how bids are structured and evaluated in both public and private sectors. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of residential, commercial, civil, and industrial construction documents, including the role and importance of specifications and drawings. The course also explores the bidding process in detail, covering how to formulate accurate bids for different project types and how to review and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Interactive, self-paced online learning provides practical tools and resources you can apply immediately to real-world projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience using Bluebeam construction software while completing coursework and assessments, supported by weekly virtual drop-in sessions with your instructor and peers.
By the end of the course, you’ll be prepared to analyze bid documents, conduct rejected bid analyses, and understand the full tendering process for government and private contracts.
This course is ideal if you:
- are an estimator or project manager looking to strengthen skills in commercial construction estimating and budgeting
- want to use Bluebeam to create estimates and manage digital construction documents.
You must complete ESTM 005 Construction Estimating Tools and Documents before registering for this course.
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
- explain the different construction types, contract documents and their functions
- formulate an appropriate bid for the type of work requested.
To request a course outline, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.
Upcoming dates
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Registration closes seven days before the start date for on-campus, online scheduled, and blended courses, and one day before the start date for online self-paced courses.
After you've completed this course
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account.
Costs
Textbook and reading list
Included in the purchase of this course, you'll receive:
- Access to online course content in Brightspace (D2L)
- Access to a free version of the Bluebeam construction software for use during the course. Software access instructions will be provided in the D2L shell.
The following textbook is required and can be purchased from the SAIT Bookstore website:
- David J. Pratt, Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 4th Edition, 2019, Delmar, NY: Cengage
Technology
To be successful in this course, you’ll need:
- Access to your own computer or laptop with standard hardware/software requirements
- Functional webcam and microphone
- Internet access.
Financial support
Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants, including the Canada Alberta Productivity Grant.
Applicable certificates
This course applies to the following certificate programs:
- Certification type
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Certificate of Achievement
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