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Construction is a team effort with owners, contractors, architects, and subcontractors performing key functions throughout the lifecycle of a project. The “Building Construction – Putting It All Together” workshop delivers a step-by-step review of the project lifecycle, from initiation through close-out, with specific attention to the unique roles and responsibilities of these stakeholders at each phase.

Course Content:

1. Introduction
2. Project Initiation - The Owner's Perspective
3. The Design Process - Architect's Role
4. The Tendering Process - Owner & Contractor's Perspective
5. Project Delivery Methods
6. Contract Law
7. Preconstruction - Roles & Responsibilities: GC, Architect, Subcontractor
8. Construction - Roles & Responsibilities: GC, Architect, Owner, Subcontractor
9. Post Construction - Roles & Responsibilities: GC, Architect, Owner, Subcontractor

For a more detailed course outline please CLICK HERE.

Manual:

​Exclusive to this worskshop is a comprehensive 300+ page manual that is used as a reference and guide throughout the sessions. The manual is based on accumulated knowledge and experience gathered over 40 years in the construction industry. It is a valuable and effective tool that will be your construction knowledge go-to.

Who Should Attend: General Contractors, Subcontractors, Project Managers/Coordinators, Superintendents, Foremen, Engineers, Owners, 
Procurement Professionals, Operations and Administration Personnel in the construction industry.

Course Format:

• Virtual instructor-led training (live and online)
• This course is facilitated by the instructor on the AdobeConnect platform. Access information from the instructor will be provided to you in advance of the training.

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:

1. 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.
2. 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. 

Course Dates: 

1. November 14, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:00pm
2. November 15, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:00pm
3. November 21, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:00pm
4. November 22, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:00pm

Attendance in all 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.

Next Scheduled Date:  February 6, 7, 13, & 14, 2024

Course Credits: 

• 2 - CCA Gold Seal Credits
• 14 - BC Housing CPD Points

This course is offered in partnership with construction associations across Canada.