In this episode of Constructing Connections, Rich Barcaskey is joined with Kevin Duris, the Assistant Chief Estimator from Trumbull Corporation, who has played a vital role in the CAWP Student Estimating Competition for the past nine years.  

The competition, which recently took place from February 20th to 22nd, 2025, featured 11 teams from seven universities, where students estimated costs for a local highway project, compared subcontractor quotes, and presented their findings to a panel of judges. This episode highlights the key skills students gain and emphasizes the competition's role in fostering interest in the highway industry and preparing students for future careers. 

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