Overview

Build a strong foundation in construction contracts, estimating, permitting, and compliance, fully aligned with the Florida Contract Administration examination.

The Contract Administration Crash Course December 12th-13th is a 2-day intensive workshop designed for students preparing specifically for the Contract Administration portion of the Florida General Contractor exam. This instructor-led session focuses on essential exam topics, methods, code navigation, and real-world application.

Students learn how to effectively use their reference books, how to break down exam questions, and how to select the correct answers under timed conditions.

Workshop Topics Include:

• Reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and codes
• Construction estimating (labor, material, equipment, overhead, profit)
• Bidding methods: lump sum, unit price, cost-plus, GMP
• Contract documents, general & special conditions
• Change orders, payment applications, schedule of values
• Liens, retainage, releases, warranties, and contract closeout
• Florida Statutes (FS 489, FS 558), permits, inspections, approvals

What’s Included:

• Construction estimating, bidding, and cost analysis
• Florida construction contracts, lien laws, and change orders
• Licensing, permits, inspections, and approvals (FS 489)
• Scheduling, CPM, construction coordination & operations
• Exam-style math, plans, specifications, and code interpretation

(Books sold separately.)

Program Tuition & Schedule:

Tuition: $300
Course Length: 2 days
Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Highlights:

• ✅ Aligned with Florida Exam Content Information (ECI)
• ✅ Built for first-time exam success
• ✅ Practical, contractor-focused instruction
• ✅ Ideal for GC license applicants & working professionals