Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Estimating Participants will acquire knowledge how to prepare a successful bid and learn construction estimating skills. Course topics will include project analysis, risk analysis, bid strategies and processes, Construction Division Codes, bonding and insurance. Date: April 20-21, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (each day) Location: BGC Partners…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Accounting & Cost Control Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the financial systems of their construction company. Date: April 17, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners Inc., 200 - 2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford Cost: $399 (Members) /…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Management Essentials Participants will develop skills and knowledge of how to manage a construction project. Participants will gain an understanding of the project processes and constraints encountered by project managers (using PMBoK approach) and how to successfully manage a complex project. Date: April 14, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. -…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Law In this course, participants will develop an understanding of contract law as it relates to construction and introduces the various CCDC/CCA and other contracts used within the industry. Participants will also learn how the Builders Lien Act works and other legal means to resolve construction disputes and avoid…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Civil Blueprint Reading Using various samples of civil blueprints, participants will learn how to read civil construction blueprints, drawing specifications, and general notes, and will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. Date: March 15, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Civil Sitework Estimating Participants will learn skills and knowledge to estimate civil sitework construction projects and prepare a successful bid. Note: Attendees of the Construction Estimating course will find a significant amount of duplicated content. Date: March 6-7, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (each day) Location: BGC Partners…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Change Order Management Changes are an inevitable part of the construction process but if not managed well, change orders can cause unnecessary project disruptions and lead to cost increases and schedule delays. This course will provide participants with best practices for successfully navigating this complex project management challenge. Note: Attendees…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Accounting & Cost Control Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the financial systems of their construction company. Date: February 6, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners Inc., 200 - 2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford Cost: $399 (Members) /…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Introduction to Construction Blueprint Reading This course takes participants through the stages of blueprint reading, including dimensions, elevation, drawing, specifications and schedules. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. Date: February 1, 2023 Time: 8:30…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Communication Skills for Construction Great communication is essential for construction leaders! In this course, participants will learn how to improve their listening, speaking and writing skills. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to communicate goals and strategies effectively, as well as lead collaborative decision making. Date: January…  Read more