Using RSMeans Data to Create Cost Estimates
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Agenda
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Friday, March 15, 2024
9:00 – 4:30 pm CDT
Presented by: Robert Secrest, PE, CCE, EP2, PMP, LEED AP, MBA
What RS Means Is and What It Does
- Building construction estimates
- Square foot estimates
- Cost estimates
- CSI Master
- Format
- Finding accurate data for your estimate
- Data sources: costs and benefits
Master Format 1-5
- 1. General Requirements
- 2. Existing Conditions
- 3. Concrete
- 4. Masonry
- 5. Metals
Master Format 6-10
- 6. Wood, Plastics and Composites
- 7. Thermal and Moisture Protection
- 8. Openings
- 9. Finishes
- 10. Specialties
Master Format 21-23 and 26
- 21. Fire Suppression
- 22. Plumbing
- 23. HVAC
- 26. Electrical
Master Format 31 and 32
- 31. Earthwork
- 32. Exterior Improvements
Case Study: Using RS Means Data to Estimate a Small Project
- How to set up a project in RSMeansOnline.com
- How to generate a detailed cost estimate in RSMeansOnline.com
- How to generate a parametric square foot cost estimate in RSMeansOnline.com
- How to create reports and export cost estimates to MS Excel
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Credits
Professional Engineers
6.5 PDHs
Architects
6.5 CE Hours
6.5 AIA LU|Elective
International Code Council
.65 CEUs (Administration)
(Not approved for credit in New York)
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.5 continuing education hours for licensed architects in most states. This course is not approved in New York and others states which require HSW coursework; please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130).
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this program for 6.5 elective learning units (Sponsor No. J885).
The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 CEUs in the specialty area of Administration (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
On-Demand Credits
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
6.5 LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Robert Secrest, PE CCE EP2 PMP LEED AP MBA
CITYSCAPE STRUCTURES & ENVIRONMENTMr. Secrest is a highly decorated Public Works and Capital Projects Cost Estimator and executive working throughout Southern California and around the world in the fields of utilities infrastructure, facilities, transportation, heavy civil, rail, bridges, residential, commercial, and military, including asset management and maintenance and operations. His accomplishments include Registered Professional Civil Engineer, P.E., Certified Cost Engineer, C.C.E., Certified Asset Manager, MIAM, and Master of Business Administration (MBA). As the first ever Director of Assets inside a major public works entity, Mr. Secrest leads cost estimating on several remarkable public works infrastructure programs for the U.S. Military, public works departments, and local water districts including several large scale construction projects such as the $150 million Point Loma Fuel Farm Replacement Project, the $8 Billion Westside Purple Line Extension, an Underground Subway Project for LA Metro, and a $3.4 Billion Fire and Police Station Construction Program while stationed in-country during Operation Enduring Freedom in Kabul, Afghanistan, as a Federal Service Medal Recipient. He has also had the opportunity to lead several large-scale construction projects throughout his 25 year career such as the $8 Billion East Span of the Oakland to San Francisco Bay Bridg (OSFBB), the $2.3 Billion Sunrise Power-Link Project and the $150 Million Sound Transit Link Light Rail. Mr. Secrest is lauded for his remarkable accuracy in cost estimating having achieved within 1-3% of general contractor sealed bids on several projects in California. He has delivered engaging presentations at the AWWA, WEF and CMAA annual conferences and has also presented before City Council on numerous occasions.
Robert Secrest, P.E., CCE, PMP, LEED A.P., LSSBB, COR, QSD, MIAM, MBA, REALTOR
Registered Professional Civil Engineer, P.E.
Certified Cost Engineer, CCE
Certified Project Management Professional, PMP
Certified Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design,
Accredited Professional, LEED A.P.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, LSSBB
Certified Contracting Officer Representative, COR
Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Developer, QSD
Certified Asset Manager, MIAM
Master of Business Administration, MBA
Licensed Class B+ Skipper (ocean yacht racing) 5-time Season Champion.
Licensed FAA Aircraft Pilot, 17 year consecutive FAA Exceptional Pilot Safety Award Recipient (annual award). Demonstrating Exemplary Pilot Safety Performance.
Licensed REALTOR and Property Manager
Member: AWWA, APWA, WEF, CWEA, CASQA, ASCE, CMAA, SAME, AACEi, PMI, Project Management Institute, U.S. Green Building Certification Institute, USGBCI, former member, American Society for Quality, ASQ, AGC, ACSM, Toastmasters.
Voted Vice President, American Congress on Surveying and Mapping
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Course Title: Using RS Means Data to Create Cost Estimates
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This 6.5-hour course explains what RS Means is, what it does, and provides instruction on how to set up a project, generate detailed cost and square foot estimates, and create reports. The course will focus on construction costs associated with select CSI Divisions.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to evaluate various data sources for accurate information on costs and benefits.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to explain how to set up a project and generate a detailed cost estimate using RS Means.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to explain how to generate a parametric square foot cost estimate, create reports, and export cost estimates to a spreadsheet.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to locate, assess and reference cost data of materials associated with CSI Divisions 3-10, 21-23, 26 and 31-32.
LUs: 6.5 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with construction cost estimating
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 01/24/2027
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