On April 21, the CIQS invites all members, non-members and stakeholders to the "Construction Estimates and Budgets" webinar featuring industry expert Mel Yungblut PQS(F), Principal at Rider Levett Bucknall.

Mel will explore the traditional approaches to estimate preparation, methods and emerging opportunities in the creation of estimates for various budget classes, including Class A to Class E estimates for building construction and civil engineering projects across Canada. Mel will also discuss recent innovative approaches to methods of estimating including emerging infrastructure initiatives. 

As a recognized leader in construction economics and past president of the CIQS, Mel will share his knowledge and thoughts on how current challenges can be pivoted for the benefit of he profession and industry.

A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Speaker Biography

Mel Yungblut is a Professional Quantity Surveyor (Fellow) with over 30 years of experience in construction economics extending from pre-contract to project delivery to contract close out. Mel has been instrumental in building a national professional practice and continues to extend his leadership skills in assisting clients to navigate complex challenges resulting from cost uncertainty and budget preparation. Mel has worked on new builds and refurbishment on green and brown field sites.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

CIQS Member cost: $25 - To secure a ticket as a member, please login to the CIQS website to register for the event

Non-Member cost: $50 -  To secure a ticket as a non-member, please go to the CIQS website and click on 'Create a new account' under the 'Sign in' function to register for the event 

Student: To secure a ticket as a student, please login to the CIQS website to register for the event

As this is a virtual event, the webinar link will be sent to your email address 48 hours prior to the event, along with specific instructions of how to log in. (Please check your spam folder if the email does not appear in your inbox.) For inquiries regarding this event, please contact us at [email protected]
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CIQS WEBINAR REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY

Registrations close 2 days prior to webinar

• An email with a link to the webinar will be sent 48 hours (2 days) prior to event to the email provided at registration – all registrants must pay in full to get the link (Make sure our email address is white listed as we are not responsible if your webinar link email goes into your spam folder)
• Cancellations must be received by email to [email protected] no later than 48 hours prior to the webinar for a full refund less 25% admin fee OR credit note for a future webinar
• Cancellations received 0-2 days prior is not eligible for a refund
• Refunded registrations will not received a recording of the webinar (where available)
• If you fail to cancel but did not attend the website, there will be no refund but you will receive a copy of the presentation (where available)
• If you are unable to attend but would like to transfer your registration to a colleague, email [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the event.
• Include your replacement’s full name, company, phone and email address.

Refunds will not be given for the following reasons:

• A guest’s technical difficulties
• Scheduling conflicts
• Because you are unhappy with the content
• If the webinar is cancelled due to technical difficulties by the service provider or the speaker becomes ill and replacement is available, all registrants will receive the choice of a full refund or a credit note for a future webinar

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CIQS does not imply to endorse or recommend opinions, organizations or products included in any speaker presentations and disclaims any legal liability for potential inaccuracies of material therein.  Furthermore, views and opinions expressed by speakers are not necessarily those of CIQS.

This event is worth 2 CPD points!