Quantities and Estimation
GHC 2200
Enrolled
200+ Students
Language
English
Skill Level
Beginner , Intermediate
Certificate
Yes
Sessions
Weekends
Program Description
This program is designed to equip participants with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for quantity surveying and cost estimation in construction projects. Using PlanSwift, a leading digital takeoff and estimating software, and SMM7 guidelines, participants will learn to create accurate bills of quantities, estimate material and labor costs, analyze building rates, and integrate data seamlessly with Excel. Additionally, the course includes entrepreneurship insights to empower learners to manage projects independently or establish their quantity surveying practice.
What You Will Learn
1. The Basics
- Introduction to PlanSwift: Interface and Features
- Overview of SMM7 and its relevance in quantity surveying
- Understanding project specifications and plans
- Setting up PlanSwift for first use
2. Working with Blank Bills
- Creating blank bills of quantities in PlanSwift
- Structuring and formatting bills for professional use
- Understanding measurement groups and cost codes
- Exporting blank bills for further processing
3. Taking Off
- Digitizing blueprints for measurement
- Using PlanSwift to perform accurate takeoffs
- Applying SMM7 rules for measurements
- Annotating and documenting measurements
4. Estimation Cost of Materials
- Identifying material requirements from takeoffs
- Applying material costs to bills of quantities
- Factoring in wastage and contingencies
- Updating material prices using supplier databases
5. Estimating Labor Cost
- Determining labor needs for project tasks
- Calculating labor rates and productivity
- Incorporating regional labor market trends
- Allocating labor costs in detailed estimates
6. Building Rates
- Understanding and analyzing building rates
- Preparing cost breakdowns for various trades
- Adjusting rates for project-specific conditions
- Generating comprehensive rate summaries
7. Integrating PlanSwift with Excel
- Exporting data from PlanSwift to Excel for analysis
- Creating dynamic templates for bills of quantities
- Performing advanced calculations and visualizations in Excel
- Automating repetitive tasks with macros
8. Entrepreneurship
- Establishing a career as a quantity surveyor
- Managing clients and contracts effectively
- Strategies for setting up a quantity surveying business
- Leveraging digital tools to enhance professional output
Building Engineer
Frequently Asked Questions
PlanSwift is a digital takeoff and estimating software widely used in the construction industry. It simplifies the process of measuring quantities, estimating costs, and preparing bills of quantities from project plans, making it an essential tool for quantity surveyors and cost estimators.
Weekend: The course runs for 4 weeks. Classes are held on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
A laptop with PlanSwift installed (trial or licensed version)
Microsoft Excel (any recent version)
Access to sample project plans (provided during the course)
Our instructors provide hands-on guidance throughout the course. Students also have access to a WhatsApp support group, where they can ask questions and collaborate with peers.
Yes, students will work on a project throughout the course to apply their skills. The project involves quantifying and costing a residential project.
Yes, we provide private training sessions for individuals or organizations with customized schedules and content. Please reach out to us on 0556662426 for pricing and availability.
No prior experience is required. The course starts with the basics of using PlanSwift and gradually progresses to advanced topics, ensuring that both beginners and experienced professionals can benefit.