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Chris Hulme, HBXL CAD for Construction Skills Bootcamp

15/01/2025

I’d recommend the course to anyone

Chris Hulme, owner of Cheshire-based building company ‘Bob On Building’, recently transformed his business offering by completing the HBXL ‘CAD for Construction’ Skills Bootcamp. With his new skills in CAD drawing, he now provides a comprehensive designing and estimating service alongside his building services, giving clients confidence from the outset of their projects.

The Challenge

Before attending the Skills Bootcamp, Chris had an excellent reputation as a builder but recognised a gap in his skillset. He wanted to offer a professional building plans and regulations service to make his company a one-stop Design & Build for construction projects. However, he lacked the confidence and expertise in CAD drawing to take this step.

The Solution

Chris saw the HBXL ‘CAD for Construction’ course advertised, and despite juggling a busy construction business and life as a father to a one-year-old, he thought it was too good an opportunity to miss. He had never been on an online training course before, and education was a dim and distant memory, but he applied none the less.

Chris was successful in getting the funding and enrolled on the part-time course. The course covered building plans and elevations creation with PlansXpress, BIM awareness, cost estimation, and job skills training. With mentor support and hands-on projects, Chris gained practical experience that he could immediately apply to his business.

The Results

Since completing the course, Chris has:

  • Launched a designing and estimating service, enabling him to provide CAD drawings, building regulation documents, and project estimates.
  • Enhanced his client offering with 3D models, which have received enthusiastic reactions from customers.
  • Taken on larger and more complex projects that he wouldn’t have attempted before completing the course.

Chris shared his experience, saying, “I’d recommend the course to anyone. It’s opened up a new side of my business. I love seeing the reaction when I show clients 3D models of their projects. It’s been hard at times, especially with a toddler at home, but it was worth it.”

New Service with Bob On Building

On his website, Chris proudly promotes his new capabilities:

“With Bob On Building’s new designing and estimating services in Cheshire, you can move forward with confidence. From CAD drawings to building regulation documents and project estimates, we provide the expertise you need for a successful construction project.”

And there’s a price list that gives a full breakdown of the services offered.

About HBXL Skills Academy

The HBXL Skills Academy is dedicated to equipping builders and construction professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. There are two other HBXL Skills Bootcamps alongside the ‘CAD for Construction’ course – ‘Estimating Skills for a thriving construction firm’ and ‘Business Management skills for a successful construction firm’. These online training courses tailored to the industry, are designed for beginners and experienced professionals alike. With mentor support, practical projects, and job skills training, HBXL help individuals and businesses grow and succeed.

https://skillsacademy.hbxl.co.uk/

Looking Ahead

Chris Hulme’s story highlights the transformative power of upskilling. By embracing new technology and training, he’s enhanced his business and provided even greater value to his clients. Bob On Building is now a go-to provider in Cheshire for both construction and design services—a win-win for Chris and his customers.