{{ propApi.searchIcon }}
{{ propApi.closeIcon }}
Our industry
Our industry $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Housing industry insights Economics Insights Data & forecasts Tailored research & analysis Advocacy & policy Advocacy Policy priorities Position statements Submissions News & inspiration Industry news Member alerts Media releases HOUSING Online Business support
Business support $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
For your business Contracts Online Safety systems & solutions HIA SafeScan Member perks Toyota vehicles The Good Guys Commercial Ampol fuel savings See all Industry insurance HIA Insurance Services Construction works insurance Home warranty insurance Tradies & tool insurance Apprentices Why host a HIA apprentice? Hire an apprentice Value for money Support & guidance Contracts & compliance support Building & planning services Australian Standards Resources & advice
Resources & advice $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Building it right Building codes National Construction Code Australian standards Getting it right on site See all Building materials & products Concrete, bricks & walls Getting products approved Use the right products for the job See all Managing your business Dealing with contracts Handling disputes Managing your employees See all Managing your safety Safety rules Working with silica See all Building your business Growing your business Communication for your business See all Other subjects Getting approval to build Sustainable homes See all Careers & learning
Careers & learning $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
A rewarding career Become an apprentice Apprenticeships on offer How do I apply? Frequently asked questions Study with us Find a course to suit you Qualification courses Learning on demand Professional development courses A job in the industry Get your builder's licence Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Further your career HIA community
HIA community $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Grow with us Sign me up Become a member Member benefits Mates rates Our podcasts Made To Build Built Different HIA Building Australia Building the Hunter Our initiatives HIA Building Women Charitable Foundation GreenSmart Kitchen, bathroom & design hub Get involved Become an award judge Join a committee Meet our members Partner with us Awards & events
Awards & events $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Awards Awards program People & Business Awards GreenSmart Australian Housing Awards Awards winners Regional Award winners Australian Housing Award winners 2026 Australian Home of the Year Industry events Events in the next month Economic outlook National Conference Events calendar HIA shop
HIA shop $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Most popular products National Construction Code Vol 1 & 2 Waterproofing wet areas AS 3740:2021 HIA Guide to Waterproofing HIA Guide to NCC Livable Housing Provisions Top categories Building codes & standards Contracts & documents Guides & manuals Safety products Signage For your business Contracts Online Digital Australian Standards Digital Resource Library Forecasts & data About Contact Newsroom
$vuetify.icons.faTimes
$vuetify.icons.faMapMarker Set my location Use the field below to update your location
Address
Change location
{{propApi.title}}
{{propApi.text}} {{region}} Change location
{{propApi.title}}
{{propApi.successMessage}} {{region}} Change location

$vuetify.icons.faPhone1300 650 620

Course overview

This 3 hour workshop covers the knowledge and skills required to accurately calculate and estimate material, labour and equipment costs, as well as business overheads, margins and other costs for small residential and commercial construction projects.

On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain basic costing concepts 
  • Calculate perimeters and area 
  • Account for prime costs and provisional sums 
  • Obtain accurate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers 
  • Estimate materials, labour and overheads 
  • Deal with client variations 
  • Present professional and accurate quotes

On successful completion of this short course, you will be issued with a HIA Statement of Completion.

If you register for a virtual course, you will need to ensure you have access to an electronic device with video and audio capabilities to dial into the virtual session.

CPD points

This workshop has been approved for CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points as below:

  • NSW – 3pts
  • TAS – 3pts

Fees
Member Non-member
$165 $275
Enrol now from

$165.00*

for members

$275.00*

for non-members

3 commencement dates available

Select a date to enrol $vuetify.icons.faClipboardListCheck

* Prices include GST. The course fee does not include required resources (if applicable)

Who would do this training?

  • Builders
  • Business partners and owners
  • Construction site managers
  • Estimators and trade contractors
  • Construction industry participants wanting to increase their understanding of estimating and quoting.

Group Training

 

HIA can provide tailored Professional Development (PD) sessions for your team that are dedicated to the topics that affect your business.

Get in touch to arrange an industry expert-led group session at a time and date that suits you. 

Enquire now

Upcoming dates
Region:
Region
{{ icons.filterOpen}} {{ icons.filterClosed}}
{{ tag }} $vuetify.icons.faTimes

{{filteredOccurences.length}} commencement dates available

Date {{item.date}}
Location {{item.location}}
Delivery mode {{item.deliveryModel}}
Session info $vuetify.icons.faCalendarCheck Login now to enrol $vuetify.icons.faClipboardListCheck Enrol $vuetify.icons.faClipboardListCheck
Couldn't find what you're looking for? Get in touch
$vuetify.icons.faTimes

{{title}}

Start date

Location

Delivery mode

{{formData.date}}

{{formData.location}} View on map

{{formData.deliveryMode}}

{{formData.description}}

Date Time
{{session.date}} {{session.time}}
Login now to enrol $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight Enrol $vuetify.icons.faClipboardListCheck
Have any questions?$vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
$vuetify.icons.faArrowLeft

Why study with HIA?

Online, virtual & in-person options
Earn CPD points
Payment options
Highly qualified trainers
Merrill Victoria “There’s a strong link between training programs, capability and customer satisfaction. HIA’s ability to anticipate impactful changes and ensure my team is ready makes them a valuable training partner.” Merrill Victoria “There’s a strong link between training programs, capability and customer satisfaction. HIA’s ability to anticipate impactful changes and ensure my team is ready makes them a valuable training partner.” Melissa Snel NSync Constructions "I heard about all the fantastic webinars and training opportunities. HIA is well suited to our business. You've got to continue learning and I'm getting that from HIA, 100 per cent." Melissa Snel NSync Constructions "I heard about all the fantastic webinars and training opportunities. HIA is well suited to our business. You've got to continue learning and I'm getting that from HIA, 100 per cent." Jacob Whelan Past student - Tasmania "I recommend HIA if you want to go further in your building career. By studying this course, I gained knowledge to run my own business and learnt all the other details people don’t know about in business." Jacob Whelan Past student - Tasmania "I recommend HIA if you want to go further in your building career. By studying this course, I gained knowledge to run my own business and learnt all the other details people don’t know about in business."