Product Overview
Whether you are new to the industry or have many years of construction experience under your tool belt, or you are administrative staff, operations, or site staff, or if you support the industry as an allied professional, this workshop provides a foundational approach to understanding the construction industry.
This comprehensive workshop explores the complexity of the building construction industry by examining a project’s life cycle. You will participate in hands-on activities and examine every stage of the construction project process – from design to Owner occupancy:
- Design
- Tendering
- Pre-Construction
- Procurement
- Construction
- Project Closeout
- Owner Occupancy
Throughout the workshop you will understand how the pieces of a construction project all fit together and will gain valuable insight into the roles and responsibilities of the stakeholders as it all relates to the following:
Project Initiation & Design
- Preliminary assessment of budget and funding
- Developing the functional program and design
- Tendering, bidding, and contract award
- Competitive bidding process
Tendering law in Canada
- How an estimate is developed
- Tender submission and opening
Construction Documents
- Types of contract delivery methods
- Typical CCDC contracts
- Drawings and specifications
Contract Law
- Provincial lien act
- Breach of contract
- Construction law case studies
- Common contract terms and conditions
Project Delivery Methods
- CCDC contract delivery types
- Public-Private Partnerships (P3)
- Lean Construction
Risk Management
- Bonds and insurance
- Delays
- Dispute resolution
- Changes to the contract
Project Management
- Construction execution plan
- Subcontractor and supplier procurement
- Scope of work
- Permits
- Schedules
- Budget
Project Closeout
- Project closeout submittals
- Occupancy
- Substantial Performance
- Building turnover
- Wrapping up a project
- Warranties
Exclusive to this workshop is a comprehensive manual that is used as a reference and guide throughout the sessions. The manual is based on accumulated knowledge gathered over 40 years in the construction industry. It is a valuable and effective tool that will be your construction knowledge go-to.
Course Format
- Live, Online, Instructor-led training, with a maximum class size of 16 students.
- Two morning sessions (3 hours each) over two days.
Industry Credits
- This course is worth 2 gold seal credit.
Who should attend
- Contractors, subcontractors, owners, consultants and allied professionals in the construction industry.
- Attendance in both sessions is mandatory for course completion. *Please note that if a student misses a class session, we are unable to transfer registration or provide a partial refund of the registration fees.
Course Requirements (Technology & Participation)
- This course requires full face-to-face interaction and participation from both the instructor and students. In order to attend, you’ll must make sure you have the following:
- Computer or laptop with webcam (webcams are mandatory): This course will involve 100% on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content like slides or videos, and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, you must have a webcam and use a full computer/laptop, and we do not permit students to attend using a tablet or cell phone.
- A quiet space with minimal distractions: Please plan to be fully engaged in the class, and clear your work schedule just as you would for attendance in an in-class program.
- This course is offered in partnership with construction associations across Canada and you'll be participating with a cohort with peers from throughout the country.
Refunds or Transfers:
- Five (5) or more business days before the course start date: Full refund of registration fees or can be transfers to a different course date.
- Less than five (5) business days before the course start date and course no-shows: No refunds or transfers to future course dates.
- For a complete document on the NRCA Education Policies, click here.
Other Policies
- Substitution of another member of your company/team is permitted up to the course start date for no additional fee.
- Unless otherwise stated, every person able to see, hear, and observe the virtual course sessions must be a paid participant. Non-compliance of this requirement will result in removal from the course. Refunds will not be issued to students who are removed from the course for non-compliance of this requirement.
- If the NRCA has to postpone or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolment, NRCA will refund the registration fee or, if possible, the attendee may choose to move to an identical session in the future.
