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Strategic Planning for A Profitable Contractor - VILT

Multi-day Course:
Location Title: Live, Online, Virtual Instructor Led Training via Zoom
Cancellation Period: 5 Business Days

Build a stronger business with a comprehensive strategic plan

Success in business does not happen by chance - it’s the result of strategic planning. Yet many construction companies fail to prioritize it. In just two half-day sessions, we will explore proven strategies through the lens of a $25M mechanical contracting firm preparing to scale. Discover how intentional planning can drive lasting growth and profitability.

Key Benefits of Strategic Planning:

  • Vision & Direction: Creates a clear future goal and a practical plan to achieve success.
  • Aligned Goals: Ensures everyone in the company works toward the same objectives.
  • Resource Optimization: Improves the utilization of people, time, and financial resources.
  • Motivation & Commitment: Drives team engagement and accountability.
  • Performance Standards: Establishes measurable benchmarks to gauge progress.
  • Flexibility: Allows for adjustments as circumstances evolve, ensuring long-term adaptability.

What Will You Learn?
Strategic Growth Plan
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  • Build a success framework with clear action steps and financial milestones.
  • Use SWOT analysis to guide strategic decisions.

Annual Business Plan:

  • Write a compelling executive summary and set focused business goals.
  • Address sustainability, analyze competitors, and track market trends.
  • Develop revenue strategies, calculate break-even points, and form strategic partnerships.

Financial Plan:

  • Create detailed annual and monthly forecasts and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Forecast profits and analyze balance sheets to track financial health.

Who Should Attend:  This course is for managers responsible for driving growth and guiding company direction. Whether you lead operations, finance, or strategy, you will strengthen your strategic thinking and improve decision-making.

Why This Course Stands Out:

  • Tap into Wayne’s powerful mix of financial expertise and real-world construction experience.
  • Use proven, practical strategies tailored to the construction industry.
  • Join a network of professionals who have elevated their skills and performance with Wayne’s guidance.

Course Format:

  • Virtual instructor-led training (live and online). 
  • This course is facilitated by the instructor via Zoom. 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 12, 2025 - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
  2. November 13, 2025 - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Attendance in both sessions is mandatory for course completion.

Next Scheduled Date:  February 18-19, 2026

Course Credits:

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

This course is delivered in partnership with local construction associations. 

 

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Course Credits Information
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Gold Seal Credits:
2
Other Credits:
7 BC Housing CPD Points
Course Certificates

Upon successful completion of this workshop a digital copy of your certificate will be emailed to you.

Course Instructor Information

Facilitator: Wayne Newell, Wayne Newell Management & Seminar Services

Wayne Newell has over 35 years of experience in financial and operational management across construction, manufacturing, and service sectors in Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. A CMA since 1972, Wayne has trained more than 4,000 construction professionals in the past 20+ years. His courses are known for being clear, relevant, and results-focused, helping contractors improve performance and profitability.

Course Contact Information

training@sicabc.ca
778-721-8451

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