Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Electrical Blueprint Reading Participants will learn how to read a set of electrical construction blueprints, drawing specifications and general notes. Using various samples of electrical blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. Date: January 19, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.…  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: September 23, 2021 Time: 8:30…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Business Management Learn how to improve the management and business systems in your construction company. This course will cover all areas of a construction business including strategic planning, business planning, marketing, operations, HR management, financial reporting, bonding and insurance and risk management. Date: September 16-17, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. -…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Industry Ethics By maintaining high ethical standards, and being consistent in our practices, we thrive both personally and professionally. This course will help you navigate the ethical gray areas you face every day. Date: August 24, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: VRCA Office, 3636 East 4th…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Supervisory & Management Skills This course will enhance your ability to build a collaborative team culture, improve morale, and effectively communicate with people on their job sites. Participants will learn about leadership, motivational theory and application, improving group and individual performance, psychographic testing, time and stress management, staff training, substance…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Electrical Blueprint Reading Participants will learn how to read a set of electrical construction blueprints, drawing specifications and general notes. Using various samples of electrical blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. Date: July 21, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.…  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. Date: July…  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: July 14, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: VRCA Office, 3636 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver Cost: $399 (Members) / $499 (Non-members) Learning…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Electrical Blueprint Reading Participants will learn how to read a set of electrical construction blueprints, drawing specifications and general notes. Using various samples of electrical blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. Date: April 8, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Supervisory & Management Skills This course will enhance your ability to build a collaborative team culture, improve morale, and effectively communicate with people on their job sites. Participants will learn about leadership, motivational theory and application, improving group and individual performance, psychographic testing, time and stress management, staff training, substance…  Read more