ASPE Chapter 32 is excited to announce the 20th Annual KC Construction Estimating Academy, scheduled for 2025! This prestigious event will unite Construction Estimators, Project Managers, and Industry Professionals for an immersive exploration of cutting-edge Construction Estimating Tools, Techniques, Systems, and Strategies. Our aim is to empower participants to enhance profitability, win more projects, and achieve operational excellence.

Join us as we delve into methods to optimize project profitability, streamline estimating processes, and elevate overall efficiency. This event offers a unique opportunity to propel your construction firm forward effectively and profitably. Don’t miss out on this invaluable chance to network, learn, and innovate within the construction industry.

Apart from multiple breaks between educational sessions, the academy will feature numerous networking opportunities. Starting with a hearty Breakfast, followed by a satisfying Lunch, and concluding with an open bar Happy Hour, attendees can connect, participate in raffle draws, and reconnect with peers in the Construction Industry.

Kansas City’s 20th Annual Estimating Academy - Construction Estimating Educational & Networking Event Hosted by American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) Kansas City Chapter 32 from 7:00AM-5:00PM Thursday 2/6/2025

For General Contractors, Subcontractors, Construction Cost Estimators, Project Managers & Suppliers. Join us as our Expert Speakers present a variety of Construction Estimating and Project Management topics and Learn about a variety of Construction Estimating topics ranging from the latest Estimating & Construction Technology to Construction Estimating Law and Soft Skills for Estimators. Network all day long with other Construction Industry Professionals. Build on your Construction Estimating Knowledge and take part in some good networking all in one All Day, Big Event! ASPE CPE attendees can claim 5 PDUs in one day towards your professional development.

Platinum Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

Coreslab Structures - Precast Concrete Building Solutions, Brian Goebel

iPlanTables - iProjectSolutions, Kevin Rowe

Printing Sponsor:

Drexel Technologies, Inc.

2025 KC Estimating Academy is Hosted by American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) Heartland Chapter #32

Schedule for the 2025 KC Estimating Academy All Day on Thursday February 6, 2025

7:OOAM-8:00AM Registrations & Continental Breakfast, Coffee, Juice, Networking, Vendor Booths

8:00 AM-8:10AM, Welcome Address and Introductions by Eric Soriano, ASPE Chapter 32 President

8:10 AM-8:30AM Keynote Address Speaker, Greg Harrelson, President Fogel Anderson Construction. Superintendent to Construction Company Owner, 30 Years as Estimator of Construction Paid Off!

8:30am-8:50am - Senior Estimator Panel Discussion, What is Hot in Estimating Construction Today!

9:00AM-10:30AM Break Out Estimating Educational Sessions:

1. Construction Law Concepts for Estimators

2. "TBD

3. "Basic Estimating for Beginning Estimators"

Morning Break - 10:30AM-10:45AM

10:45AM-Noon Break Out Estimating Educational Sessions:

1. TBD

2. TBD

3. Construction Law for Estimators, Heather Shore, Shareholder at Shafer Lombardo Shurin, PC

Noon-1:00PM BBQ Buffet Lunch Catered by Fiorella's Jack Stack BBQ

1:00PM - 2:15PM Break Out Estimating Educational Sessions on:

1. TBD

2. TBD

3. "Sales & Business Development for Estimators", Eric Soriano, Commercial Sales Rep., Hermes Landscaping, Inc.

Afternoon Break - 2:15PM-2:45PM

2:45PM-4:00 PM Break Out Estimating Educational Sessions on:

1. Negotiating Skills for Estimators & Project Managers, Dan Stalp, Owner

Often, we believe negotiating is only for the owners or business development roles within the construction industry. What if we expanded our thinking into change orders, landing/expanding a project, or presenting to a prospective client.

During this interactive session, you will discover:

• How personality and style influence negotiating.

• Differing points of view and how they operate.

• Best practices when negotiating.

While this session has a business angle to it, this information is transferable to your personal life. You won’t want to miss this session.

2. Excel Skills for Estimators, Kelly Jarman JE Dunn Construction

3. TBD

(Classes and Presenters subject to change)

(Refunds are available up until 7 days before the event because we have Signed Contracts with head counts with 2 Caterers, Ball Event Center, Table Rental Vendor and Bartending Services Company. Within 7 days of event you are welcome to send someone else in your place).

4:00PM-5:00PM Networking Happy Hour at with Beer, Wine, Appetizers and Give Aways

10 Reasons to Attend the 2025 KC Construction Estimating Academy

10. Stay abreast of the latest Construction Estimating Tools & Technology.

9. Meet and Learn from leading edge Construction Estimating Tools & Software Vendors.

8. Learn about the State of the Art and the Future of Construction Estimating from Key Stakeholders and Experts.

7. Learn how Contractors are managing construction materials pricing and availability instability.

6. Get answers to your Construction Law questions from a Construction Attorney.

5. Find ways to work Smarter and Faster Estimating Construction work.

4. Network with other Kansas City based Construction General Contractors, Subcontractors, Estimators, Project Managers, and Suppliers.

3. Learn more about Construction Estimating tools, techniques, and new technologies in one day than in a year spent in the office which helps you and your company stay competitive in today's rapidly changing construction market.

2. Meet and learn from some of the leading Construction Estimators from Kansas City and the USA.

1. Learn new strategies & techniques for improving your skills using Excel, Bluebeam & Other Estimating Software.

Dress Code: Business Casual (blue jeans are acceptable)

(Classes and Presenters subject to change)

(Refunds are available up until 7 days before the event because we have Signed Contracts with head counts with 2 Caterers, Ball Conference Center, Table Rental Vendor and Bartending Services Company. Within 7 days of event you are welcome to send someone else in your place).

4:00PM-5:00PM Networking Happy Hour at with Beer, Wine, Appetizers and Give Aways (Open to all Attendees)