Organizer
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American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) Kansas City Chapter 32
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Email
esoriano@hermeslandscaping.com -
Website
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The objective of the American Society of Professional Estimators is to promote development and application of education, professional judgment, and skills within the industry we serve. Estimators must perform under the highest principles of ethical conduct as it relates to the protection of the public, clients, employers, and others in this industry and in related professions.
Speaker
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Troy DeGrootU Chapter 2 OwnerAs a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON).
With over 20 years in the industry Troy DeGroot has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large multi-discipline engineering firm, he provides a broad understanding of the industry and the evolution of technology.
Local Time
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Date: Feb 05 2026
- Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location
- 21350 West 153rd Street, Olathe, KS 66061
Category
ASPE Estimating Academy, Practical Estimating and Bluebeam Workflows for Construction Estimators
ASPE Estimating Academy is a focused, in-depth learning experience built specifically for construction estimators who want to sharpen their skills, improve accuracy, and better understand how estimates turn into successful bids. The Academy brings together estimators, industry professionals, and subject-matter experts for a full day centered on practical, real-world estimating education.
I’ll be attending the ASPE Estimating Academy as both an instructor and exhibitor, teaching two sessions, Uncovering the Magic of Estimating in Bluebeam Revu and Bluebeam, The Other 85%, while also spending time at my booth connecting with estimators throughout the day. These courses are designed to help estimators better understand how Bluebeam fits into the estimating process, from quantity takeoffs and revisions to drawing interpretation and workflow consistency.
During the courses I’m teaching, the focus is on practical concepts estimators can apply immediately, uncovering time-saving techniques, reducing rework caused by drawing changes, and helping estimators see capabilities inside Bluebeam they may not even realize they already have. The goal isn’t to add complexity, it’s to help estimators work more confidently and efficiently with the tools they’re already using.
Between sessions, my booth becomes a place for one-on-one conversations about estimating challenges, workflow gaps, and opportunities to improve speed and accuracy without disrupting existing processes. If you’re attending the ASPE Estimating Academy, stop by to continue the conversation, ask questions specific to your estimating workflow, and explore how focused training and better alignment between tools and processes can make a real difference in day-to-day estimating work.
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