Bluebeam Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Part 1 & 2)
Mandatory Pre-Requisite - Baseline Basics
* Registration open until 2/8/27 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Event Details
Part 1: Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET
Part 2: Thursday, February 11, 2027 | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET
Take your estimating skills to the next level with this comprehensive, two-part Bluebeam Revu training course led by certified instructors from UChapter2. Designed to build on your existing Bluebeam knowledge, this course combines fundamental material takeoff techniques with advanced estimating tools to help you work more efficiently, improve accuracy, and streamline your estimating process.
Participants will learn how to customize measurement tools, organize and manage takeoff data, create custom formulas, and export information into Excel. Through practical, real-world applications, attendees will gain valuable skills they can immediately put to use on their next project or bid.
Part 1: Material Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics
Build a strong foundation in material takeoffs by learning how to use Bluebeam Revu's measurement tools and customization features. Discover tips and techniques to improve estimating speed, accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
Learning Objectives:
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Introduction to Viewports
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Measurement Tips & Tricks
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Creating Custom Estimating Tools
Part 2: Material Takeoffs & Estimates – Advanced
Expand your estimating capabilities with advanced Bluebeam features designed to simplify data collection, calculations, and reporting. Learn how to customize your estimating tools, create formulas, organize detailed takeoff information, and integrate your data with Excel.
Learning Objectives:
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Advanced Custom Estimating Tools
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Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns
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Creating and Using Formulas
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Generating Reports and Exporting Data to Excel
Who Should Attend:
Estimators, project managers, construction professionals, and anyone responsible for material takeoffs, quantity calculations, and project estimating who wants to maximize Bluebeam Revu's capabilities.
Course Requirements (Technology & Participation)
Please ensure you meet the following requirements:
1-Please go to the Revu > About menu in the upper left corner of the Bluebeam interface. You're required to have Version 2018 or newer for our Bluebeam courses. If this same window says Unassigned at the top, your IT department needs to assign you a license so you can login and use Bluebeam software. Make sure this is complete prior to class start time.
2-Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
3-A 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.
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About the Instructor
Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor | Owner of UChapter2
Troy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor, Consultant, and Implementation Specialist, known for delivering practical, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com, Troy trains over 4,000 professionals each year, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs.
With over 30+ years in the design and construction industry, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology, team goals, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large, multi-discipline engineering firm, he understand both the day-to day challenges of software, project teams, and the strategic priorities of leadership.
Troy is a featured speaker at national and international events, including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam's Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem, he's known for making complex tools easy to understand, and training that sticks.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests must be received in writing at least 7 business days before the training. In those circumstances, registration fees will be refunded, minus a 10% processing fee. Cancellation requests received less than 7 business days before training cannot be refunded. The request must be sent in writing via email to parham@agcga.org