Final Estimates Level 2 (Course & Exam)

Final Estimates Level 2 (CTQP) — FDOT Qualification Course

The Final Estimates Level 2 course is an advanced training program designed to prepare construction professionals to compile, verify, and process all documentation required for progress payments and final estimates on Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction contracts, in accordance with the Construction Project Administration Manual (CPAM), the Review and Administration Manual (RAM), and CTQP requirements.

This course is part of the FDOT Final Estimates Training and Qualification Program, which establishes a standardized level of administrative, technical, and analytical knowledge for personnel responsible for accurate financial documentation on construction projects. A qualified FE Level 2 professional compiles, verifies, and processes progress payment documentation and is responsible for submitting complete final estimates documentation supporting the final contract amount.

Course Overview

The Final Estimates Level 2 training is a two-day course, concluding with a multiple choice examination at the end of the second day. Topics covered include:

• Contract Language
• Methods of Measurement and Documentation
• Asphalt
• Fuel and Bituminous Adjustments
• Earthwork
• Structures
• Contract Time
• Final As-Built Plans
• Final Estimate Process and Offer of Final Payment
• Unpaid Bills
• Materials Acceptance and Certification
• Signalization and Highway Lighting

CTQP Final Estimates Level 2 Qualification Requirements

To obtain the FE Level 2 qualification, first-time applicants must:

• Hold an active Final Estimates Level 1 qualification
• Attend an FDOT-accredited FE Level 2 training course
• Pass the FE Level 2 written examination

FE Level 2 Written Examination

• Closed book, multiple choice
• Administered on the last day of the course
• Maximum time allowed: 2 hours
• Minimum passing score of 70%
• Electronically graded by the CTQP Administrator and posted in the Training Qualification Database System (TQDBS) — allow two weeks for grading and posting

Once all requirements are met, the qualification date is added to the TQDBS. The FE Level 2 qualification is valid for 60 months (5 years) from the date the exam requirement was satisfied.

FE Level 2 Requalification

If you renew on time, requalification only requires passing the written examination — attending the FE Level 2 course again is encouraged but not required. And as long as your Level 2 qualification stays current, your Level 1 status remains current automatically — no additional action needed.

If your qualification is allowed to expire, however, you become disqualified in both FE Level 1 and Level 2, and must reapply and pass both examinations again. Renewing before the 60-month deadline is the difference between a single exam and starting over.

FE Level 2 Suspension

CTQP FE Level 2 qualified personnel are subject to ongoing performance evaluations under the RAM. A third strike within a 2-year period initiates the suspension process, and the individual cannot perform FE Level 2 functions until they attend the FE Level 2 course again and pass the written examination — at which point prior strikes are cleared and evaluation restarts with a clean record.

Who Should Take This Course

• Final estimates specialists with an active FE Level 1 qualification
• Construction administrators and project coordinators
• Engineers and project managers
• Quality control and documentation personnel
• Professionals responsible for processing contractor payments on FDOT projects

Any individual responsible for compiling, verifying, or processing final estimates documentation on FDOT projects must hold this qualification.

Why This Course Matters

Final estimates are one of the most critical components of construction project administration. Errors in documentation or payment processing can lead to financial discrepancies, project delays, and disputes between stakeholders.

The FE Level 2 course ensures professionals have the knowledge and skills to manage these processes accurately — from contract language through final payment — protecting both the contractor’s and the Department’s financial interests on every FDOT project.

Career Benefits

The CTQP Final Estimates Level 2 qualification positions professionals for advanced roles in construction administration and financial management. It demonstrates expertise in complex documentation, payment processing, and compliance with FDOT and RAM standards — and once earned, keeping it current is simpler than most CTQP qualifications, as long as renewal happens before the 60-month deadline.