Master roofing excellence online

By Emma Peterson. 

Cotney Consulting Group helps contractors and other roofing professionals excel with their online training programs. 

Whether you are looking for a refresher course or to build skills in new areas, Cotney Consulting Group’s structured suite of online training and certification programs are there to help! These programs are built from over 50 years of consulting experience and can be divided into two main tracks, estimating and operations. 

Estimating series 

Cotney “takes the mystery out of estimating by teaching the art of estimating.” The courses offered in their estimating series can be customized to meet your company’s specific needs and training goals. Their programs include:  

• Roofing Estimating Training: The comprehensive program is tailored specifically for industry novices looking to build estimating skills.  
• Roofing Estimator Advanced Training: Designed for those who want to refresh or improve upon existing estimating skills, this specialized course will take anyone’s roofing estimation acumen to the next level.  
• Director of Estimating Training: This one-on-one training opportunity is perfect for individuals who want to develop both their career and their business. 
• Professional Roofing Estimator Certificate (PREC): This unique certificate program is designed for estimators with less than five years of experience. It is a stepping stone towards a full certification that will gain participants both industry recognition and a solid career foundation.  
• Roofing Estimating Certification Program (CPRE): This prestigious, exclusive program was developed in collaboration with seasoned estimating experts. Participants in this course will hone their estimating skills and receive a certificate that not only shows their knowledge, but also a commitment to upholding the roofing industry's highest standards.  

Operational series 

This is a great way to unlock a world of learning that will propel your career in the roofing industry forward. Whether you're new to the industry, hoping to scale the heights of leadership or looking to expand a business, Cotney’s operational training series can help. Their programs include:  

• Roofing Project Manager Training: Dynamic and self-paced, this course takes participants through the essentials of managing roofing construction projects, both from organizational and strategic perspectives. More than an educational experience, this training course is a game changer for those looking to climb the roofing managerial career ladder. 
• Roofing Superintendent Training: This course equips attendees with the skills needed to run efficient job sites. Covering topics like construction contract basics, project organization, subcontractor collaboration, claims management, quality control and effective communication, this is a must-attend session for those looking to rise to the position of roofing superintendent. 

Learn more about Cotney Consulting’s online training offerings!