Posts by Dan Beresford
Should you take an Electrical Estimating Course?
In the fast paced and highly competitive world of electrical contracting, accuracy and efficiency in estimating are the foundation of success. To give professional electrical contractors the skills needed to be competitive in this of the industry, we are thrilled to announce the launch of two electrical estimating courses. These courses are designed to cater…
Read MoreLearn Electrical Estimating Essentials:
In the fast paced and highly competitive world of electrical contracting, accuracy and efficiency in estimating are the foundation of success. To give professional electrical contractors the skills needed to be competitive in this of the industry, we are thrilled to announce the launch of two electrical estimating courses. These courses are designed to cater…
Read MoreWhen is the best time to take an electrical estimating course?
The best time to take an electrical estimating course depends on your situation and goals. Here are a few situations that show when the timing is right to take an electrical estimating course from Suderman Estimating Systems Inc. 1. Early in your electrical career: If you are just starting in the electrical industry or considering…
Read MoreWell done!
Had a great time teaching this group in Ottawa on October 23rd and 24th. They worked hard and came away with a firm grasp of electrical estimating. The most common comment is the feedback was the job closing conversation. As part of the closing session we discuss among other things what costs, expenses, and labour…
Read MoreNext Online Course…
Our next online Course 1 is October 30th, 31st, November 1st and 2nd. We will run from 9:00AM to 1:15PM each day. The content is the same as our full day courses. Course 1 is $1090.00 plus tax Estimating Fundamentals Role of an EstimatorSetting Up an EstimateMethods of EstimatingEstimating Tools and FormsLabour Manual and Use…
Read MoreWe are running a Course 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. EST on October 30th, 31st, November 1st and 2nd. The corresponding Course 2 runs the same hours on November 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th. You can register directly through this link Suderman Estimating Course Registration Here are some comments from people who have…
Read MoreDid you make time in your fall plans for an electrical estimating course…
Accurate electrical estimating is more than just counting items, measuring wires and conduit and getting material pricing. Accurate electrical estimating includes understanding the job schedule, start dates and completion dates, the size and height of the building, non-productive labour, lost time, overhead, shift premiums, overtime and more affect the cost of the job and profit.…
Read MoreOnline Electrical Estimating Course
It has been a very busy few weeks at Suderman Estimating Systems Inc. We finished Online Electrical Estimating Course 1 on April 12th and 13th and then another two Online Electrical Estimating Course 1 classes on April 18th and 19th. All three classes were fully loaded. In this screen shot we are talking about taking…
Read MoreThinking about Electrical Estimating Software?
Small and midsize Electrical Contractor’s today fill many roles… manager, business development, purchasing, installations, human resources, scheduling and estimating to name a few. At Suderman EStimating Systems Inc. we often get asked about electrical estimating software. Here is an article we wrote for EBM, Electrical Business Magazine. https://www.ebmag.com/estimating-software-what-to-look-for-the-estimator-winter-2023/
Read MoreElectrical Estimating Course … in a Classroom
We are teaching in a classroom in Cambridge! Course 1 March 28th and 29th.Course 2 April 25th and 26th. Address: 45 Commerce Ct, Cambridge, ON N3C 4P7We will run from 8:00 to 4:30 each day. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. To register go to: https://www.sudermanestimating.com/registration-c1-march-28th-29th-c2-april-25th-26th/
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