Location Calendar

Construction Estimating Principles and Application (8 hours)

Great Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” This virtual interactive training workshop is scheduled in two half-day sessions. 

Viewpoint 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid:

This open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit.

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:

Oftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and your team. With an emphasis on Bluebeam Revu, these digital tools and workflows will produce clear, visual markups that are accurate, predictable, and consistent no matter who on the team uses them. 

Learning Objectives:

• Working with PDF drawings
• Calibrating drawings
• Measurement tools
• Custom measurement tools
• Displaying and exporting data

Part 1 is scheduled on July 6; Part 2 is scheduled on July 7: Times: 12 – 4 p.m. 

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) 

Please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Have Bluebeam 2018 or newer installed, and ready to go before class. If you don’t currently have a license of Bluebeam Revu, you can download a free trial here.
• 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.

Gold Cross FA/CPR 

This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.

Classes are limited to 14 participants!

BASELINE BASICS 2 hours

Whether you’re opening Bluebeam Revu for the first time, or you’ve used it for years, this class will ensure a higher baseline knowledge. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. 

Learning Objectives:

• Interface Navigation
• Calibration & Measurements
• Introduction to the Markups List

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) 

Please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Have Bluebeam 2018 or newer installed, and ready to go before class. If you don’t currently have a license of Bluebeam Revu, you can download a free trial here.
• 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.

W.O.W Web Series – Words of Wisdom from Women in Construction
This four-part web series was designed for anyone in the construction industry interested in expanding their knowledge base from people who have unique experiences in the industry. Expert leaders share knowledge across a variety of topics from leadership and work-life balance to tips on success on impacting safety and business ownership. This is an education series not just for women but for all those who want to make change within the industry environment to support the current workers, and recruit and retain the next generation.

• July 13 – Sarah Fecht, Best Self Leadership
  Becoming a Person of Influence (Part 3 of 4 sessions)
  Whatever your vocation or aspiration, you can increase your impact on others by becoming a person of influence and building deeper connections. Learn simple, insightful ways to interact more positively with others, and become the unifier and connector at your organization. Creating positive influence will not only be a catalyst to your own success, but it will also become the legacy you will leave behind. During this session you will be lead through the principles of influence:
  • Faith in people
  • Listening to people
  • Navigating for people
  • Connecting with people
  • Empowering people

Gold Cross FA/CPR 

This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.

Classes are limited to 14 participants!

ABC of Wisconsin is hosting five regional safety breakfast meetings for all member company management team members. The two-hour session with safety expert Don Moen, will include breakfast. It will provide the latest on safety matters and best practices relevant to construction (falls & ladders, trenching & excavating, silica, amputations, forklifts and MEWPs) and include a question and answer period. He will cover the most relevant construction safety issues for contractors today, including the 2023 OSHA emphasis programs and insider details learned from regular meetings with Wisconsin OSHA representatives.

Other meetings coming soon, include:

• Madison, Aug. 22

NEW limited offer: Local Safety Consulting

Don Moen will also be dedicating time in the area to provide company-specific safety consulting at discounted rates. This could be for any of the following:

• Safety audits
• In-person jobsite visits
• In-house safety check-ups
• Educate employees on specific topics

This is ideal for small- to medium-sized contractors. You don’t pay for travel time and you get special pricing at hourly increments but without an annual contract commitment.

Spots are limited. Call Laura Gilbertson at ABC of Wisconsin, 608-244-5883, to check on availability, which is on a first-come basis.

W.O.W Web Series – Words of Wisdom from Women in Construction
This four – part web series was designed for anyone in the construction industry interested in expanding their knowledge base from people who have unique experiences in the industry. Expert leaders share knowledge across a variety of topics from leadership and work-life balance to tips on success on impacting safety and business ownership. This is an education series not just for women but for all those who want to make change within the industry environment to support the current workers, and recruit and retain the next generation.

• July 27 – Kelly Stacionis, Safety Manager, Holtz Builders, Inc.; Kayla Fonseca, Regional Safety Manager, Faith Technologies, Inc.
  The Soft Skills of Safety (Part 4 of 4 sessions)
  Whether educating workers about potential hazards on the job site, explaining safety procedures to new employees, or directing people during an emergency, safety professionals need to know how to communicate clearly and persuade people to change their behaviors. Utilizing soft skills that recognize the human aspect deliver more results when it comes to changing safety behaviors. This session will discuss the impact soft skills have on influencing safety decisions that drive positive results through examples and situational scenarios.

Gold Cross FA/CPR 

This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.

Classes are limited to 14 participants!

Location will be secured when minimum attendance numbers are reached. Confirmations will be emailed/mailed out at that time.

Class can be cancelled up to 2-weeks prior due to low registration numbers.