04/27/2026

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" - April 27 - 29, 2026

Session was held at INTECH in Alsip, IL.

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction"
Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
8:00 am - 4:00 pm  - Large Multi-purpose Room
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)
6201 W. 115th Street in Alsip, IL 60803

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was proud to have sponsored the "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" seminar that was held on Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.  The session was facilitated by Michael Bill, NECA Education.

Highlights of the sessions, included:

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction
Small mistakes in an estimate can have a huge impact on your bid’s bottom line and this course provides the tools needed to be both comprehensive and competitive. This course will discuss the process for assembling an estimate including: developing material lists, applying labor unit data, material takeoff and application of direct job costs, overhead, and profit.

Following this course, participants will be able to:

• List types of mistakes found when estimating electrical construction projects and how to avoid them
• Describe the parts of an estimate
• Explain the importance of establishing the true cost for a project
• Develop an estimate to provide job management information
• Discuss how labor units can be used to competitively bid projects
• Explain the difference between a competitive bid and simply a low bid

We thank Michael for his time and expertise, as well as all that were able to participate with the seminar.

Pictured above is Michael Bill, NECA Education, as he opened the seminar.

Pictured are the attendees for the sessions.

Pictured is the start of the self-introductions.