Mechanical Contractors, Plumbing and Pipe Trades and Suppliers

WORKSHOP - CCDC 5A+ 5B: Construction Management Keys to Success

Tuesday, December 8, 2026 10:00 AM – Thursday, December 10, 2026 2:00 PM (America/Edmonton)Online

Construction Management (CM) is a great solution if done well! CM is about building a collaborative team from the outset of the project. Whether you are the Project Owner, Consultant, General Contractor or Subcontractor, you need to understand your CM roles and responsibilities throughout all project phases: predesign, design, project delivery and post construction. You also need to be well versed in the CM project drivers and concepts in order to fulfil your contractual responsibilities and achieve success. A well-orchestrated Construction Management project drives success for all partners.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

In this session, from a team of industry partners' perspectives, you will:

  • Gain an understanding of the Construction Management process
  • Recognize when to use Construction Management as a Delivery Method
  • Learn the roles of each partner for collaborative success
  • Determine when and how to procure Construction Management services
  • Identify tools and techniques to optimize Construction Management performance
  • Grasp the nuances of the different forms of Construction Management contracts - CCDC 5A|5B (industry standard contracts)
  • Understand the duties assigned and compensation for Preconstruction, Construction and Post-Construction in the CCDC 5A | 5B
  • Practice the key elements to focus on for project success:

    • Engage the design assist process
    • Align budgets to estimates
    • Use design control to promote cost control
  • Apply the learned knowledge to establish the Construction Manager's compensation
  • Discuss the pros and cons for conversion to consolidated pricing
  • Acquire critical insights into the challenges with the Construction Management Delivery Method

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Understanding the keys to success for construction management is important for all industry partners! This course is most applicable to mid-management personnel who will actively be working on Construction Management projects and administering the contract.

  • General Contractors and Subcontractors:

    • Construction Company Owners/Managers
    • Project Managers
    • Commercial Managers
    • Estimators
    • Business Development Managers
  • Project Owners - Public and Private
  • Third party Project Managers (for the Project Owner)
  • Architects and Engineers
  • Bonding and Insurance specialists

4 Gold Seal Credits Available

Tickets

Member: Construction Management Keys to SuccessMembers only
Non Member: Construction Management Keys to SuccessCA$824.00
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