MCA Alberta offers education and training programs through a variety of learning opportunities designed to meet unique mechanical and service contractor needs. This is accomplished through member meetings, short seminars and full day courses. These feature guest presenters on broad industry topics, product specific technical training, HR and other soft skills training, business skills and succession planning.
Programs are designed specifically for owners and senior management, service managers and technicians, HR leaders, frontline field and office staff to keep the entire team current and to help grow your career.
“I have taken estimating courses from MCA in the past. Was very impressed with how much content was included in the course and the instructor was incredibly skilled with the course content and beyond. I highly recommend taking this course if you’re looking to build on your future in construction!”
Jeff Swindells | Victaulic
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WORKSHOP – Profitable Contracting
February 11 @ 9:30 am - February 12 @ 1:30 pm MST
$399.00 – $499.00Event Navigation
Construction is demanding. Between labour shortages, tight margins, and rising overhead, it’s not enough to simply finish the job—you need to finish profitably.
The Profitable Contracting Course is designed for construction professionals who want to better understand the financial mechanics of a project and improve how they manage time, people, and money. Whether you’re in the field or in the office, this course gives you the practical knowledge and tools to reduce costs, boost cash flow, and improve overall business performance.
This isn’t a lecture—it’s a hands-on, results-focused workshop tailored to the challenges you face every day in your role.
What You’ll Learn
- Control Job Costs – Identify waste, manage budgets, and keep projects on track.
- Understand Financial Reports – Read and apply construction-specific reports for better decision-making.
- Improve Cash Flow – Navigate billing cycles and financial delays with confidence.
- Enhance Profitability – Strengthen job costing, cost control, and planning accuracy.
- Solve Labour Shortages – Discover recruitment and retention tactics that work.
- Improve Productivity – Learn how to reduce direct, indirect, and opportunity costs.
- Clarify Roles & Accountability – Set performance goals for project teams and field leaders.
- Reduce Overhead – Apply proven strategies to manage and lower overhead expenses.
- Mitigate Risk – Improve internal controls and understand bonding, insurance, and fraud prevention.
Why This Course Stands Out
- Interactive Format: Real-world examples, group exercises, and active discussion.
- Cross-Functional Value: Tailored to PMs, estimators, superintendents, managers, and owners.
- Practical Application: Focused on results you can implement immediately.
- Professional Development: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits and boost your leadership profile.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Project Managers – seeking stronger cost control and planning skills.
- Estimators – connecting estimates to real-world financial outcomes.
- Site Supervisors & Superintendents – improving daily cost awareness and accountability.
- Senior Managers & Owners – increasing operational efficiency and profitability.
- Gold Seal Candidates – gaining key financial insight for certification and career growth.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Wayne Newell is a seasoned leader with over 35 years of senior financial and management expertise, having driven success stories across Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. His impressive career includes roles as an accountant, controller, senior financial manager, and operations manager. In all roles he has consistently delivered results and mentored businesses toward measurable, profitable growth.
Employers can get up to 2/3 of the registration fee (up to 10,000/employee/fiscal year) for training.