Roofing Estimating Fundamentals
Every successful roofing project begins with a well-prepared estimate. Before contractors can develop accurate proposals and competitive bids, they must first understand the fundamentals of estimating.
Cotney Consulting Group’s Roofing Estimating Fundamentals course introduces the core concepts of roofing estimating for individuals who are new to the role or exploring a career in estimating.
This short, focused training program provides an overview of how estimating works within a roofing company, the responsibilities of an estimator and the key components that make up a roofing estimate.
Designed as an entry-level introduction, the course prepares participants for more advanced estimating training programs and helps companies develop new estimating talent within their organization.
What You Will Learn
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the estimating process and the role estimators play in successful roofing operations.
Topics covered include:
• What roofing estimators do and why the role is critical
• The basic estimating workflow used by roofing contractors
• Understanding roofing project scope and specifications
• Introduction to quantity takeoffs
• Understanding labor, materials and production factors
• Direct costs vs overhead costs
• Basic construction math used in estimating
• How estimates support project management and profitability
• Introduction to bidding and proposal preparation
• Common mistakes new estimators make
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for:
• New employees entering estimating roles
• Roofing installers transitioning into office positions
• Project coordinators and assistants
• Contractors developing internal estimating staff
• Anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of roofing estimating
Course Format
• Approximately 3 hours of training
• Self-paced online course
• Designed as preparation for advanced estimating training
Next Step After This Course
Participants who complete this course are encouraged to continue their training in the:
Roofing Estimating Training Program
This next-level program provides deeper instruction in roofing systems, blueprint reading, quantity takeoffs and bidding strategy.
Certificate
Participants completing the course receive a:
Roofing Estimating Fundamentals Certificate of Completion
