Electrical Estimating Class
Learn to estimate electrical projects with precision. This 10-module course includes videos, cheat sheets, templates, OSHA guidance, and lifetime access.
What You’ll Get
A complete estimating workflow you can use immediately — from plan review to takeoff, pricing, recap, proposal, and submission.
✅ Practical, Not Fluffy
Every module is built around the real steps estimators use daily — with checklists, examples, and deliverables.
🧰 Tools You Can Reuse
Takeoff template, calculators, proposal samples, naming standards, and QA/QC routines you can copy into your system.
📈 Win More Bids
Learn how to protect scope, manage risk, document assumptions, and submit clean proposals that don’t get tossed.
How to Use This Course
Follow this exact rhythm for best results:
- Watch the module video and pause to take notes.
- Use the checklist + templates to apply the step.
- Complete practice (and quiz if included).
- Apply it on a real plan set that week.
Who This Is For
- Electrical contractors estimating self-perform work
- Estimators leveling quotes and building bid packages
- New estimators needing a full start-to-finish workflow
- Owners wanting better bid accuracy & profit control
Tip: Use Modules 8–10 as your “closeout system” for bid day confidence.
📚 Course Modules
Click any module to jump in. If you’re new, start at Module 1 and go in order.
Introduction to Electrical Estimating
Reading and Understanding Electrical Plans
Electrical Takeoff Methods
Material Costs & Pricing
Labor Estimating & Productivity Factors
Applying Overhead, Profit & Contingencies
Creating & Reviewing the Final Estimate
Bidding & Proposal Submission
Software & Digital Estimating Tools
Case Studies & Real-World Applications
🎥 Study Videos
Each module includes video instruction. Lessons are intentionally concise so you can pause, take notes, apply the concept, and complete the quiz. Expect ~1–2 hours per module with practice.
Best flow: Watch → Notes → Practice → Quiz → Apply on a project.
📂 Downloads & Cheat Sheets
Save these to your estimating folder. Use them with Modules 3–8.
👷 About Your Instructor
Taught by Stacey F. Johnson, Owner of S.F. Johnson Enterprises, LLC — a nationally trusted firm with over 15 years of experience helping contractors learn, grow, and win bids through accurate estimating and business training.
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