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ESTIMATING FOR CONSTRUCTION MODIFICATIONS
Control Number: 180
Course Number: 41ECM01A
Length:36
CEUs: 3.00 PDHs: 30.00 LUs: 29.75 PDUs: 28.00 CMs: 0.00 ACE: 0.00 CEHs: 0.00
Purpose:
The course objective is to cover the various elements of a cost estimate (e.g., labor, material, equipment, job office overhead, home office overhead, and bond and profit costs) and how to effectively and efficiently develop an estimate for construction modifications. This PROSPECT training delivers intermediate level instructions and provides computer-based tools to support in the preparation of estimates for construction contract modifications within USACE policies and procedures.
Description:
Through computer-based tools, lectures, hands-on
exercises and case study sessions, this course covers the various elements of a cost estimate (e.g., labor, material, equipment, job office overhead, home office overhead, bond and profit costs) and how to effectively and efficiently develop an estimate for construction modifications. Also covered in the course are the estimating procedures for time extensions, delays, suspensions, impacts to both the changed and unchanged work, acceleration, extended home office overhead costs (Eichleay) and the benefit of the well prepared estimate in negotiations of a final modification settlement.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Nominees may be from (a) any civilian occupational series or military specialty; (b) Grade: GS-07 or above and comparable military with a current or projected involvement in the preparation, review, or use of construction cost estimates for contract modifications. Students must be proficient in the use of a personal computer. Prior knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required. This course is highly desirable for USACE construction managers and cost engineers.
Recommended Prerequisite Training: Student should have completed the Cost Estimating Basics (#181), or possess a firm understanding of basic estimating skills and principles.
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Sessions: This information is updated nightly and may be up to 24 hours old.
| Session | Location | Start Date | End Date | Seats Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huntsville, AL | 6/22/2026 | 6/26/2026 | 5 |
| 4 | Huntsville, AL | 7/13/2026 | 7/17/2026 | 0 |
| 5 | Huntsville, AL | 8/3/2026 | 8/7/2026 | 0 |