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\n Take-over Procedures\, Commission ing\, and Post-occupancy Evaluation

\n Understand the procedures for proje ct close-out\, including takeover\, commissioning\ , and post-occupancy evaluation at this session\, featuring chapter 6.7 of the Canadian Handb ook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This es sential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. < /div>\n

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\n This sessio n is a part of the CHOP CHAT Series.

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\n Chapter 6.7: Take-ov er Procedures\, Commissioning\, and Post-occupancy Evaluation

We'll discuss the project close-out phase\, covering takeover proced ures\, commissioning\, and post-occupancy evaluati on. It emphasizes the importance of thorough docum entation\, compliance with lien legislation\, and effective communication with stakeholders. The cha pter also highlights the architect's role in ensur ing smooth transition\, system performance\, and c lient satisfaction post-occupancy.

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\n SpeakersBrian Palmquist\, Archit ect AIBC\, MRAIC\, BEP\, CP\, LEED\, AP.
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\n DESCRIPTION:\n Date: June 25\, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST\n Registrat ion Fee:FREE for Members\; Non-Member: $39\n \n \n Accreditation:1.5 AIBC CORE LU\, 1.5 OAA Structur ed Learning Hours\n \n \n Important:These sessions will not be recorded. Live attendance is required to receive a certificate.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tak e-over Procedures\, Commissioning\, and Post-occup ancy Evaluation\n \n \n Understand the procedu res for project close-out\, including takeover\, c ommissioning\, and post-occupancy evaluation at th is session\, featuring chapter 6.7 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP) (https ://chop.raic.ca/). This essential guide provides v aluable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This session is a part of the CHOP CHAT Series (/ chop-chat-series-2025-2026). \n \n \n \n Discussio n Topic:\n \n \n \n \n Chapter 6.7: Take-over Proc edures\, Commissioning\, and Post-occupancy Evalua tion\n \n We'll discuss the project close-out phas e\, covering takeover procedures\, commissioning\, and post-occupancy evaluation. It emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation\, compliance with lien legislation\, and effective communicatio n with stakeholders. The chapter also highlights t he architect's role in ensuring smooth transition\ , system performance\, and client satisfaction pos t-occupancy.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SpeakersBri an Palmquist (/chop-chat-meet-speakers)\, Architec t AIBC\, MRAIC\, BEP\, CP\, LEED\, AP.\n Click her e (/chop-chat-meet-speakers) for more information on our speakers in the series\n \n \n \n The CHOP CHAT Series is sponsored by:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n RAIC Members get exclusive discounts from Dell! Visit http://www.dell.ca/raic (http://www.d ell.ca/raic)\, click "Get Coupon\," enter the emai l associated with your membership\, and then enter the code RAICFY26.\n \n \n \n \n Not a member yet? Join RAIC now to SAVE! (/renewal)\n \n \n NOT E:\n \n \n 1. An electronic registration confirmat ion will be emailed to you\, once your registratio n is complete.\n \n \n 2. Please mark the webinar’ s date and time on your calendar.\n \n \n 3. The R AIC will email the Zoom Access Link to you one-day prior the event.\n \n \n 4. The webinars will be delivered via Zoom. Please check this Zoom Test Li nk (https://zoom.us/test) or speak with your IT Co nsultant ahead of time\, to ensure your device is compatible with Zoom. For technical concerns\, ple ase see the Zoom links for Technical Requirements (https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&s ysparm_article=KB0060469) and also their Download Centre (https://zoom.us/download).\n \n 5. Attend ance Policy: Continuing Education Certificates of attendance will be available on RAIC LMS to partic ipants who attend at least 80% of the webinar and complete a feedback survey.\n \n 6. CHOP Chat ser ies webinars are available free exclusively to act ive RAIC members. To maintain free access througho ut the series\, please ensure your membership rema ins current. Lapsed members will be required to re gister and pay standard rates for individual sessi ons.\n \n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T140000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T153000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1224 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1675_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:The Business Case for Mass Timber X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mass ti mber is redefining how we design and deliver build ings. This session spotlights three projects at th e forefront: The Exchange\, an office building in Kelowna\, Parcel 19.1\, a residential tower in Van couver\, and North Shore Neighbourhood House\, an affordable housing residential tower in North Vanc ouver. \;
Annabelle Hamilton\, Executiv e Director of WoodWorks BC\, will present a busine ss case analysis\, breaking down development strat egy\, cost\, risk and opportunities associated wit h each project. Drawings on real project examples\ , attendees will gain insights on how mass timber is being applied\, lessons learned\, and why it is becoming a viable choice for development in today ’s challenging market. \;
Learning Obje ctives
At the conclusion of this session\, part icipants will be able to:
Recognize key factors that affec t the economic viability of a mass timber project.
Compare th e strategy\, risk\, revenue\, cost and schedule be tween mass timber and
traditional construction methods.
Id entify the investment success\, challenges\, and l essons learned from the
developer’s and project team’s perspectives.
\ ;Evaluate the business case of three mass t imber projects in British Columbia
DESCRIPTION:Mass timber is redefining how we design and delive r buildings. This session spotlights three project s at the forefront: The Exchange\, an office build ing in Kelowna\, Parcel 19.1\, a residential tower in Vancouver\, and North Shore Neighbourhood Hous e\, an affordable housing residential tower in Nor th Vancouver. \n \n Annabelle Hamilton\, Executiv e Director of WoodWorks BC\, will present a busine ss case analysis\, breaking down development strat egy\, cost\, risk and opportunities associated wit h each project. Drawings on real project examples\ , attendees will gain insights on how mass timber is being applied\, lessons learned\, and why it is becoming a viable choice for development in today ’s challenging market. \n \n Learning Objectives\ n At the conclusion of this session\, participants will be able to:\n \n Recognize key factors that affect the economic viability of a mass timber pro ject.Compare the strategy\, risk\, revenue\, cost and schedule between mass timber and\n traditional construction methods.Identify the investment succ ess\, challenges\, and lessons learned from the\n developer’s and project team’s perspectives. Evalu ate the business case of three mass timber project s in British Columbia CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T140000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T150000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1675 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1705_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Renforcer la résilience face aux risques – Les ess entiels de l’assurance pour les architectes X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Date : 21 juillet à 12 h (HE)
Frais d’inscription : Membres : GRATUIT | Non-membres : 50 $
Clôture des inscri ptions : 20 juillet à 16 h (HE)
Cet événement fait partie d'Une immersion pro fonde : série de tables rondes pour les profession nel(le)s de la relève.
En raison du vif intérêt suscité par ce sujet en 2025\, cette séance est offerte de nouveau en réponse à la dema nde continue des professionnels de la relève.
L’assurance est un aspect essentiel\, mais souve nt négligé\, de la pratique architecturale. Au cou rs de cette séance\, les participants exploreront les fondements de l’assurance professionnelle de f açon claire et pratique\, en mettant l’accent sur ce que les professionnels de la relève doivent com prendre dès le début de leur carrière et sur l’évo lution de ces considérations au fil du temps. \;
Les participant(e)s acquerront de s connaissances sur :
Du rôle de l’assurance dans la pratique architecturale et la gestion des risques professionnels
Des principaux types de couverture et des protections qu’ils offrent
De la façon d’interpréter l es exigences en matière d’assurance dans les contr ats
Des considérations pratiques pour les professionnels de la relève à mesure que leurs res ponsabilités augmentent \;
Cette s éance s’adresse aux professionnels de la relève et en début de carrière qui souhaitent développer un e meilleure compréhension de la responsabilité pro fessionnelle et de la gestion des risques dans la pratique architecturale.
Notes suppl émentaires :
Une confirmation d’ins cription électronique vous sera envoyée par courri el une fois votre inscription complétée.
Cet événement est offert en direct et sera enregistré
Vous recevrez un courriel contenant un lien vers la réunion Zoom la veille de l’événement

Les sessions peuvent être déclarées comme forma tion autodirigée. \;
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DESCRIPTION:Date : 21 juillet à 12 h (HE)\n Frais d’inscriptio n : Membres : GRATUIT | Non-membres : 50 $\n Clôtu re des inscriptions : 20 juillet à 16 h (HE)\n \n Cet événement fait partie d'Une immersion profonde : série de tables rondes pour les professionnel(l e)s de la relève.\n \n En raison du vif intérêt su scité par ce sujet en 2025\, cette séance est offe rte de nouveau en réponse à la demande continue de s professionnels de la relève.\n \n L’assurance es t un aspect essentiel\, mais souvent négligé\, de la pratique architecturale. Au cours de cette séan ce\, les participants exploreront les fondements d e l’assurance professionnelle de façon claire et p ratique\, en mettant l’accent sur ce que les profe ssionnels de la relève doivent comprendre dès le d ébut de leur carrière et sur l’évolution de ces co nsidérations au fil du temps. \n \n Les participan t(e)s acquerront des connaissances sur :\n \n Du r ôle de l’assurance dans la pratique architecturale et la gestion des risques professionnelsDes princ ipaux types de couverture et des protections qu’il s offrentDe la façon d’interpréter les exigences e n matière d’assurance dans les contratsDes considé rations pratiques pour les professionnels de la re lève à mesure que leurs responsabilités augmentent Cette séance s’adresse aux professionnels de la r elève et en début de carrière qui souhaitent dével opper une meilleure compréhension de la responsabi lité professionnelle et de la gestion des risques dans la pratique architecturale.\n \n Notes supplé mentaires :\n \n Une confirmation d’inscription él ectronique vous sera envoyée par courriel une fois votre inscription complétée.\n \n Cet événement e st offert en direct et sera enregistré\n \n Vous r ecevrez un courriel contenant un lien vers la réun ion Zoom la veille de l’événement\n \n Les session s peuvent être déclarées comme formation autodirig ée. \n \n Vous souhaitez devenir commanditaire de la série Deep Dive ? En savoir plus.\n \n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T130000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1601_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Managing CCDC Contracts for Project Success - Sept ember 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dates: February 11\, 12 an d 13\, 2026
Time: 8:00am PDT - 12:00pm PDT
One of the most common mistakes we make in the construction industry is not opening\, reading and understanding the contra ct requirements until it's too late. Waiting until there is conflict and only then referring to the contract to see how\, or if\, we can get out of th e problem is a dangerous game.
Whether you’re the projec t owner\, consultant\, or contractor\, you need to understand what you have agreed to in the contrac t and why the clause exists in the first place. It ’s critical to be aware of what you’re agreeing to : in the nuances of the prime contract clauses\, t here are implications and requirements impacting a ll partners including the consultants and subcontr actors.
Gain insights into key clauses and concepts in d ifferent project delivery methods that consistentl y create challenges and conflict. You’ll learn fro m each instructor’s experience as an ICI practitio ner and gain the perspectives of a project owner\, consultant and contractor on:
What these clauses m ean and why they exist
How to mitigate the pain points associated with these clauses
How to develop your ‘go forward’ strategies and practices
Using a hands-on\, practical approach\, this course will give you an opportunity to apply what you learn by guiding you through interactive exercises. You’ll explore spe cific scenarios with possible outcomes and learn h ow to achieve alignment with all parties.
This cou rse features clauses from: CCDC 2\, 5A\, 5B\, 14\, 15. \;
DESCRIPTION:Dates: February 11\, 12 and 13\, 2026\n Time: 8:00 am PDT - 12:00pm PDT\n \n One of the most common m istakes we make in the construction industry is no t opening\, reading and understanding the contract requirements until it's too late. Waiting until t here is conflict and only then referring to the co ntract to see how\, or if\, we can get out of the problem is a dangerous game.\n \n Whether you’re t he project owner\, consultant\, or contractor\, yo u need to understand what you have agreed to in th e contract and why the clause exists in the first place. It’s critical to be aware of what you’re ag reeing to: in the nuances of the prime contract cl auses\, there are implications and requirements im pacting all partners including the consultants and subcontractors.\n \n Gain insights into key claus es and concepts in different project delivery meth ods that consistently create challenges and confli ct. You’ll learn from each instructor’s experience as an ICI practitioner and gain the perspectives of a project owner\, consultant and contractor on: \n \n What these clauses mean and why they existHo w to mitigate the pain points associated with thes e clausesHow to develop your ‘go forward’ strategi es and practicesUsing a hands-on\, practical appro ach\, this course will give you an opportunity to apply what you learn by guiding you through intera ctive exercises. You’ll explore specific scenarios with possible outcomes and learn how to achieve a lignment with all parties.This course features cla uses from: CCDC 2\, 5A\, 5B\, 14\,15. \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T120000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1601 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1606_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Project Delivery Methods (DBB\, CM\, DB\, IPD\, P3 ) - Know your Responsibilities - September 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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As a proj ect architect\, understanding project delivery opt ions and choosing the best method for your project is fundamental to your success. Understanding yo ur roles and responsibilities for the chosen proje ct delivery method is critical for building trust\ , honesty and respect.
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F acilitated by Debbie Hicks and a multi-disciplinar y training team\, you will gain expert insight int o key considerations for evaluating and selecting a project delivery method\, including project-spec ific needs and priorities\, allocation of risk\, t eam members’ expertise\, success measurements\, bu dget and schedule.
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You’l l review each project delivery method from the per spectives of a project owner\, consultant\, and co ntractor as well as the clauses in CCDC 2\, 5A\, 5 B\, 14\, and 15 that are critical to each delivery method’s success. Delivery methods covered in thi s course include:
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Construction management for services
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Construction ma nagement for services and construction
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Integrated project delivery
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Methods inv olving land\, finance\, operation or maintenance\n
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Using a hands-on \, practical approach\, this course will also give you an opportunity to apply what you learn by gui ding you through an interactive exercise of assist ing a client in determining an appropriate project delivery method.
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Key characteristics of each pro ject delivery method
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Review projects that both succeeded and failed with each project d elivery method
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Advantages and disadvant ages of each project delivery method
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Ri sk mitigation factors for each project delivery me thod
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n Date: January 28\, 29 and 30\, 2026\n \n \n 8:00am PDT – 12:00pm PDT\n \n \n \n \n This course is approved for 12 AIBC Core LU\n \n \n As a proj ect architect\, understanding project delivery opt ions and choosing the best method for your project is fundamental to your success. Understanding yo ur roles and responsibilities for the chosen proje ct delivery method is critical for building trust\ , honesty and respect.\n \n \n \n \n \n Facilitate d by Debbie Hicks and a multi-disciplinary trainin g team\, you will gain expert insight into key con siderations for evaluating and selecting a project delivery method\, including project-specific need s and priorities\, allocation of risk\, team membe rs’ expertise\, success measurements\, budget and schedule.\n \n \n \n \n \n You’ll review each proj ect delivery method from the perspectives of a pro ject owner\, consultant\, and contractor as well a s the clauses in CCDC 2\, 5A\, 5B\, 14\, and 15 th at are critical to each delivery method’s success. Delivery methods covered in this course include:\ n \n \n \n Design-bid-build\n Design-build\n Const ruction management for services\n Construction man agement for services and construction\n Integrated project delivery\n Methods involving land\, finan ce\, operation or maintenance\n \n \n \n \n Using a hands-on\, practical approach\, this course will also give you an opportunity to apply what you le arn by guiding you through an interactive exercise of assisting a client in determining an appropria te project delivery method.\n \n \n \n \n \n Topic s:\n \n \n \n Key characteristics of each project delivery method\n When to use each project deliver y method\n Review projects that both succeeded and failed with each project delivery method\n Advant ages and disadvantages of each project delivery me thod\n Risk mitigation factors for each project de livery method\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260915T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T120000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1606 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1247_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Human Resources Essentials for Architects - Fall T erm X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fall Term Dates- Sep. 17\, 24\ , Oct. 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 - REGISTRATION CLOSED
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CEU:12 Hours | Length: 6 Weeks | 2-hours of st udy per week
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Live online classes will be held every Wednesday @ 4:00 –5:30 pm EST
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Registration Fee: Member: $477 | Non-Member: $597
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\n Accreditation:12 AIBC CORE LU\, 12 OAA Structured Learning Hours
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Sp eaker:Kris Tierney
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This online c ourse is designed specifically for architects who own or operate small firms\, providing practical\, hands-on guidance for managing teams effectively while staying compliant with employment laws. Join this program to gain a solid foundation in HR and people management\, where we’ll cover legal requi rements for hiring\, managing\, and separating fro m employees while keeping the firm protected and c ompliant.
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We’ll explore employee relation s and workplace culture\, helping firm owners to b uild a team environment that fosters creativity\, accountability\, and collaboration—all crucial in the field of architecture. As the "war for talent" intensifies\, especially in design-driven fields\ , we’ll discuss actionable strategies to attract a nd retain skilled talent\, and how businesses can gain a competitive edge. The course will also cove r proven techniques to increase employee engagemen t\, so your team stays motivated and connected to your firm’s mission and projects\, reducing turnov er and strengthening your firm’s reputation.
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When it comes to terminations\, we’ll provide clear\, practical advice on handling these sensiti ve situations in a way that’s respectful\, legally sound\, and mindful of team dynamics. With real-w orld scenarios\, architecture-specific case studie s\, and straightforward guidance\, this training g ives you the HR tools you need to grow your busine ss with confidence\, creating a culture that value s people and maximizes your firm’s potential.
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This course includes 6 online classes\, which will be held every Wednesda y @ 4:00 –5:30 pm EST. Please mark classes’ date a nd time on your calendar.
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\n DESCRIPTION:Fall Term Dates- Sep. 17\, 24\, Oct. 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 - REGISTRATION CLOSED\n \n \n CEU:12 Hours | Le ngth: 6 Weeks | 2-hours of study per week\n \n \n Live online classes will be held every Wednesday @ 4:00 –5:30 pm EST\n \n \n Registration Fee: Membe r: $477 | Non-Member: $597\n \n Accreditation:12 A IBC CORE LU\, 12 OAA Structured Learning Hours\n \ n \n Speaker:Kris Tierney\n \n \n This online cour se is designed specifically for architects who own or operate small firms\, providing practical\, ha nds-on guidance for managing teams effectively whi le staying compliant with employment laws. Join th is program to gain a solid foundation in HR and pe ople management\, where we’ll cover legal requirem ents for hiring\, managing\, and separating from e mployees while keeping the firm protected and comp liant.\n \n \n We’ll explore employee relations an d workplace culture\, helping firm owners to build a team environment that fosters creativity\, acco untability\, and collaboration—all crucial in the field of architecture. As the "war for talent" int ensifies\, especially in design-driven fields\, we ’ll discuss actionable strategies to attract and r etain skilled talent\, and how businesses can gain a competitive edge. The course will also cover pr oven techniques to increase employee engagement\, so your team stays motivated and connected to your firm’s mission and projects\, reducing turnover a nd strengthening your firm’s reputation.\n \n \n W hen it comes to terminations\, we’ll provide clear \, practical advice on handling these sensitive si tuations in a way that’s respectful\, legally soun d\, and mindful of team dynamics. With real-world scenarios\, architecture-specific case studies\, a nd straightforward guidance\, this training gives you the HR tools you need to grow your business wi th confidence\, creating a culture that values peo ple and maximizes your firm’s potential.\n \n \n \ n Additional Notes:\n \n \n \n An electronic regis tration confirmation will be emailed to you\, once your registration is complete.\n This course incl udes 6 online classes\, which will be held every W ednesday @ 4:00 –5:30 pm EST. Please mark classes’ date and time on your calendar.\n \n This onlin e course will be delivered via RAIC Learning Manag ement System. The following link provides instruct ions for accessing the RAIC LMS (/raic-learning-ma nagement-system-instructions) \n Your access to t he online course begins one week prior to the firs t scheduled class.\n \n Continuing Education Onlin e Course Disclaimer (/continuing-education-online- course-disclaimer)\n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T000000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T000000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1247 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1604_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:CCDC 5A + 5B : Construction Management Keys to Suc cess - September 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dates:March 10\, 11\, and 12\, 2026 or M ay 27\, 28\, and 29\, 2026
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Cou rse Duration:8:00am PDT – 12:00pm PDT
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This course is approved for 12 AIBC Core LU
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The construction managem ent project delivery method is about building a co llaborative team from the outset of the project. T he team is comprised of the project owner\, consul tant and contractors to address the key areas of f unctional requirements\, time\, cost\, quality\, a nd constructability. When construction management is done well you avoid cost overruns\, schedule de lays\, quality and performance issues\, leading to success for everyone involved.
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\n In this course\, you will delve into detail on what Construction Management is\, the roles and respons ibilities of each partner throughout all project p hases: predesign\, design\, project delivery and p ost construction. After taking this course\, you w ill be well-versed in the construction management project drivers and concepts to fulfil your contra ctual responsibilities and grasp the nuances of th e contract clauses in CCDC 5A | 5B.
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\n Facilitated by Debbie Hicks this course puts you front-and-centre with a training team of three IC I practitioners offering perspectives of project o wner\, consultant and contractor. The collaborativ e approach will provide you with critical insights and actionable strategies from decades of real in dustry experience.
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Construction management process and wh en to use as a delivery method
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Tools and techniques to optimize Construction Management performance
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Construction ma nagement contracts – CCDC 5A | 5B (industry standa rd contracts)
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Duties assigned and compe nsation for preconstruction\, construction and pos t-construction in the CCDC 5A | 5B
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Key elements to focus on for project success:
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Pros and cons for conversion to cons olidated pricing
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Critical insights into the challenges with the construction management d elivery method
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Learn the roles of each partner for collaborative succes s
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Determine when and how to procure Con struction Management services
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Identify tools and techniques to optimize Construction Mana gement performance
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Grasp the nuances of the different forms of Construction Management co ntracts – CCDC 5A|5B (industry standard contracts)
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Understand the duties assigned and com pensation for Preconstruction\, Construction and P ost-Construction in the CCDC 5A | 5B
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Pr actice the key elements to focus on for project su ccess:
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Engage the design assist process
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Align budgets to estimates
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Use design control to promote cost control
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Apply the learned knowledge to establish the C onstruction Manager’s compensation
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Disc uss the pros and cons for conversion to consolidat ed pricing
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Acquire critical insights in to the challenges with the Construction Management Delivery Method
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\n “This professionally facilitated workshop pr ovided great insight into the differences between the CCDC 5a and CCDC 5b contracts and which clause s and areas should be carefully reviewed. The fac ilitator (Debbie Hicks) did an outstanding job kee ping the pace on track and involving both the SME and participants.” – Kevin\, ARCA
\n DESCRIPTION:Dates:March 10\, 11\, and 12\, 2026 or May 27\, 28 \, and 29\, 2026 \n \n \n Course Duration:8:00am PDT – 12:00pm PDT\n \n \n This course is approved for 12 AIBC Core LU\n \n \n The construction mana gement project delivery method is about building a collaborative team from the outset of the project . The team is comprised of the project owner\, con sultant and contractors to address the key areas o f functional requirements\, time\, cost\, quality\ , and constructability. When construction manageme nt is done well you avoid cost overruns\, schedule delays\, quality and performance issues\, leading to success for everyone involved.\n \n In this c ourse\, you will delve into detail on what Constru ction Management is\, the roles and responsibiliti es of each partner throughout all project phases: predesign\, design\, project delivery and post con struction. After taking this course\, you will be well-versed in the construction management project drivers and concepts to fulfil your contractual r esponsibilities and grasp the nuances of the contr act clauses in CCDC 5A | 5B.\n \n Facilitated by Debbie Hicks this course puts you front-and-centre with a training team of three ICI practitioners o ffering perspectives of project owner\, consultant and contractor. The collaborative approach will p rovide you with critical insights and actionable s trategies from decades of real industry experience . \n \n \n \n Topics:\n \n \n \n Construction mana gement process and when to use as a delivery metho d\n Roles of each partner for collaborative succes s\n Procuring construction management services\n T ools and techniques to optimize Construction Manag ement performance\n Construction management contra cts – CCDC 5A | 5B (industry standard contracts)\n Duties assigned and compensation for preconstruct ion\, construction and post-construction in the CC DC 5A | 5B\n Key elements to focus on for project success:\n Establish the construction manager’s co mpensation\n Pros and cons for conversion to conso lidated pricing\n Critical insights into the chall enges with the construction management delivery me thod\n \n \n \n \n CCDC 5A & 5B: Construction Mana gement Keys to Success will help you:\n \n \n \n G ain an understanding of the Construction Managemen t process\n Recognize when to use Construction Man agement as a Delivery Method \\\n Learn the roles of each partner for collaborative success\n Determ ine when and how to procure Construction Managemen t services\n Identify tools and techniques to opti mize Construction Management performance\n Grasp t he nuances of the different forms of Construction Management contracts – CCDC 5A|5B (industry standa rd contracts)\n Understand the duties assigned and compensation for Preconstruction\, Construction a nd Post-Construction in the CCDC 5A | 5B\n Practic e the key elements to focus on for project success :\n Engage the design assist process\n Align budge ts to estimates\n Use design control to promote co st control\n Apply the learned knowledge to establ ish the Construction Manager’s compensation\n Disc uss the pros and cons for conversion to consolidat ed pricing\n Acquire critical insights into the ch allenges with the Construction Management Delivery Method\n \n \n \n \n “This professionally facilit ated workshop provided great insight into the diff erences between the CCDC 5a and CCDC 5b contracts and which clauses and areas should be carefully re viewed. The facilitator (Debbie Hicks) did an out standing job keeping the pace on track and involvi ng both the SME and participants.” – Kevin\, ARCA \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T120000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1604 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1602_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Supplementaries to CCDC Contracts - October 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dates:September 24\, 25 and 26\, 2025 -CLOSED orMarch 18\, 19\, and 20\, 2026
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Course D uration:8:00am PDT – 12:00pm PDT
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This course is approved for 12 AIBC Core L U.
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When it c omes to contracts\, it’s not about your own though ts and assumptions - it’s about what’s written!
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Allocation of risk often gets changed in co ntract clauses based on project owners or their la wyers’ past experiences. The issue with changes to contract clauses is the lack of understanding of what the clause means and its associated risk. Thi s means if the risk materializes and disputes aris e\, relationships are damaged\, project costs can increase\, schedules can be compromised\, bidders can jeopardize their businesses and the potential for litigation increases.
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This course wil l help you understand what the risks are in CCDC\, CCA and provincial standard contracts that have b een modified by non-standard clauses\, why these c lauses are modified and the costs associated with these clauses.
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BE AWARE: In the nuances o f the prime contract clauses\, there are implicati ons to all partners including the consultants and subcontractors.
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You will experience all t his through the eyes of the project partners – the owner\, consultant and contractor. Experts from e ach sector will share their insight\, knowledge an d explain the “why”\, “what” and “how” to mitigate these clauses.
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Understand WHAT t he risks are in CCDC\, CCA and provincial standard contracts that have been modified by supplementar y conditions
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Discover WHY these clauses are modified
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Develop strategies on HOW to address the impact of these clauses
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Apply what you have learned to determine COSTS as sociated with these clauses
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“A fantastic course to deep dive into supplementar y conditions and consider what they *actually* mea n from different construction industry perspective s.” - Architect participant (January 2024)
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"Being better prepared on my part\, as being newer to the construction management side of construction I felt behind in class (my fault). O ver my 45 year career in construction and having a ttended many training seminars\, the information p resented was at a level I have not experienced bef ore. The trainers presented the information so wel l\, clear\, concise and with such passion\, excite ment and enthusiasm it was enjoyable to be a part of the class. Nice to see people passing on their knowledge with no strings attached and wanting to see people succeed." - Participant (February 2024)
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\n DESCRIPTION:Dates:September 24\, 25 and 26\, 2025 -CLOSED orMa rch 18\, 19\, and 20\, 2026 \n \n \n \n New cours e dates for 2026 coming soon!\n \n \n \n Course Duration:8:00am PDT – 12:00pm PDT\n \n \n \n \n \n This course is approved for 12 AIBC Core LU.\n \n \n When it comes to contracts\, it’s not about yo ur own thoughts and assumptions - it’s about what’ s written!\n \n \n Allocation of risk often gets c hanged in contract clauses based on project owners or their lawyers’ past experiences. The issue wit h changes to contract clauses is the lack of under standing of what the clause means and its associat ed risk. This means if the risk materializes and d isputes arise\, relationships are damaged\, projec t costs can increase\, schedules can be compromise d\, bidders can jeopardize their businesses and th e potential for litigation increases.\n \n \n This course will help you understand what the risks ar e in CCDC\, CCA and provincial standard contracts that have been modified by non-standard clauses\, why these clauses are modified and the costs assoc iated with these clauses.\n \n \n BE AWARE: In the nuances of the prime contract clauses\, there are implications to all partners including the consul tants and subcontractors.\n \n \n You will experie nce all this through the eyes of the project partn ers – the owner\, consultant and contractor. Exper ts from each sector will share their insight\, kno wledge and explain the “why”\, “what” and “how” to mitigate these clauses.\n \n \n \n Understand WHA T the risks are in CCDC\, CCA and provincial stand ard contracts that have been modified by supplemen tary conditions\n Discover WHY these clauses are m odified\n Develop strategies on HOW to address the impact of these clauses\n Apply what you have lea rned to determine COSTS associated with these clau ses\n \n “A fantastic course to deep dive into sup plementary conditions and consider what they *actu ally* mean from different construction industry pe rspectives.” - Architect participant (January 2024 )\n \n \n "Being better prepared on my part\, as b eing newer to the construction management side of construction I felt behind in class (my fault). Ov er my 45 year career in construction and having at tended many training seminars\, the information pr esented was at a level I have not experienced befo re. The trainers presented the information so well \, clear\, concise and with such passion\, excitem ent and enthusiasm it was enjoyable to be a part o f the class. Nice to see people passing on their k nowledge with no strings attached and wanting to s ee people succeed." - Participant (February 2024)\ n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T120000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1602 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1607_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:CCDC 14+15 : Managing the Uniqueness of Design Bui ld - November 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Dates:June 9\, 10\, and 11\, 2026
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Course Duratio n:7:30am PDT – 12:00pm PDT
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From the project owner creating their Statement of Requ irements\, to the consultants understanding their unique roles\, to the contractor developing and im plementing practices to optimize design-build perf ormance\, all partners need to grasp the nuances o f design-build. This session will discuss the uniq ue contractual conditions on a design-build projec t and essential insights for improving your chance s of success in this project delivery method. We w ill focus on the crucial clauses in the CCDC 14 an d 15 contracts and the fundamental elements of des ign-build for project success. These technical ski lls\, as well as critical insights into the challe nges and opportunities from each partner’s perspec tive\, make this course the “sharp arrow you need in your quiver”.
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Gain an underst anding of the design build process
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Reco gnize when to use design-build as a project delive ry method
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Learn how to improve your cha nces of project success with design-build
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Determine how to procure and evalu ate design-build services
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Learn the rol es and responsibilities of each partner for team s uccess
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Become familiar with best practi ces to optimize design-build performance
\n Understand the key clauses in CCDC 14 and 15\n
Learn the key elements to focus on for pro ject success
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Acquire critical insights into the challenges and opportunities with the des ign-build delivery method
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Learn the key drivers to developing a design-build organization
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Intend ed Audience
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The se courses have been designed by an inter-discipli nary ICI team with the intention of fostering dial ogue and understanding between stakeholders across the ICI sector. Courses is recommended for:
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General Contractors and Subcontractors : Construction Company Owners/Managers\, Project M anagers\, Commercial Managers\, Business Developme nt Managers\, Project Owners\, Third Party Project Managers (For the Project Owner)\, and P3 Develop ers
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Architects and Engineers
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Allied Professionals including: Bonding and Insur ance specialists\, Lawyers
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\n DESCRIPTION:\n \n Dates:June 9\, 10\, and 11\, 2026 \ n \n \n \n \n Course Duration:7:30am PDT – 12:00pm PDT\n \n \n From the project owner creating their Statement of Requirements\, to the consultants un derstanding their unique roles\, to the contractor developing and implementing practices to optimize design-build performance\, all partners need to g rasp the nuances of design-build. This session wil l discuss the unique contractual conditions on a d esign-build project and essential insights for imp roving your chances of success in this project del ivery method. We will focus on the crucial clauses in the CCDC 14 and 15 contracts and the fundament al elements of design-build for project success. T hese technical skills\, as well as critical insigh ts into the challenges and opportunities from each partner’s perspective\, make this course the “sha rp arrow you need in your quiver”.\n \n \n \n \n \ n Topics:\n \n \n \n Gain an understanding of the design build process\n Recognize when to use desig n-build as a project delivery method\n Learn how t o improve your chances of project success with des ign-build\n Understand the project owner's initial action items\n Determine how to procure and evalu ate design-build services\n Learn the roles and re sponsibilities of each partner for team success\n Become familiar with best practices to optimize de sign-build performance\n Understand the key clause s in CCDC 14 and 15\n Learn the key elements to fo cus on for project success\n Acquire critical insi ghts into the challenges and opportunities with th e design-build delivery method\n Learn the key dri vers to developing a design-build organization\n \ n \n \n \n Intended Audience\n \n \n \n \n \n Thes e courses have been designed by an inter-disciplin ary ICI team with the intention of fostering dialo gue and understanding between stakeholders across the ICI sector. Courses is recommended for:\n \n \ n \n General Contractors and Subcontractors: Const ruction Company Owners/Managers\, Project Managers \, Commercial Managers\, Business Development Mana gers\, Project Owners\, Third Party Project Manage rs (For the Project Owner)\, and P3 Developers\n A rchitects and Engineers\n Allied Professionals inc luding: Bonding and Insurance specialists\, Lawyer s\n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20261104T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261104T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261106T120000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1607 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1608_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:CCDC 5A+5B Master Class Workshop – Managing Risk t o Maximize Value - November 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Unlock the full potential of your project delivery with o ur Construction Management CCDC 5A + 5B Master Cla ss\, an intensive workshop focused on the core phi losophy of "Managing Risk to Maximize Value." This session goes beyond simple administration\, offer ing an in-depth exploration of how to turn potenti al project liabilities into strategic advantages. From the perspective of seasoned industry partners \, you will gain the clarity to distinguish what C M truly is (and isn't)\, identify the specific pit falls that cause projects to fail\, and deploy adv anced tools to optimize the performance of this De livery Method.
By deconstructing the advanta ges and disadvantages of CCDC 5A (Services) versus CCDC 5B (Services and Construction)\, you will le arn to navigate complex compensation structures—in cluding "own forces\," the nuances of reimbursable costs\, and the critical "Cost of Services vs. Fe es" distinction. We will explore the definitive pa ths to cost reliability\, teaching you how to appl y forensic skills to compare total RFP costs and w eigh the pros and cons of converting to consolidat ed pricing in a 5B agreement. Whether you are mana ging the transition from advisor to builder or saf eguarding the "Cost of the Work\," this Master Cla ss equips you with the high-level expertise to mit igate risk and drive maximum value in today’s vola tile market.
Prerequisites: You must have attended the CCDC 5A+5B: Con struction Management Keys to Success that is in th e “Managing Construction” Series in order to atten d this Workshop. \; \;
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the full potential of your project delivery with our Construction Management CCDC 5A + 5B Mas ter Class\, an intensive workshop focused on the c ore philosophy of "Managing Risk to Maximize Value ." This session goes beyond simple administration\ , offering an in-depth exploration of how to turn potential project liabilities into strategic advan tages. From the perspective of seasoned industry p artners\, you will gain the clarity to distinguish what CM truly is (and isn't)\, identify the speci fic pitfalls that cause projects to fail\, and dep loy advanced tools to optimize the performance of this Delivery Method.\n \n By deconstructing the a dvantages and disadvantages of CCDC 5A (Services) versus CCDC 5B (Services and Construction)\, you w ill learn to navigate complex compensation structu res—including "own forces\," the nuances of reimbu rsable costs\, and the critical "Cost of Services vs. Fees" distinction. We will explore the definit ive paths to cost reliability\, teaching you how t o apply forensic skills to compare total RFP costs and weigh the pros and cons of converting to cons olidated pricing in a 5B agreement. Whether you ar e managing the transition from advisor to builder or safeguarding the "Cost of the Work\," this Mast er Class equips you with the high-level expertise to mitigate risk and drive maximum value in today’ s volatile market.\n \n Prerequisites: You must ha ve attended the CCDC 5A+5B: Construction Managemen t Keys to Success that is in the “Managing Constru ction” Series in order to attend this Workshop. \n \n CATEGORIES:Course CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T000000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261113T000000 URL:https://raic.org/fr/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=1608 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1603_2bf8d87512f0592059ca3ab75d924a01@raic.org SUMMARY:Proposal Pursuit – RFQ & RFP Strategies for Succes s - November 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dates: &n bsp\;November 18\, 19\, and 20\, 2026
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It’s no longer just a low-bid worl d. Project owners are seeking construction experti se through pre-qualification or the request for pr oposal process. Whether you’re a project owner see king proposals\, a consultant creating\, reviewing or participating in proposals or the contractors responding to them\, everyone needs to do it well for the success of project. \;
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A team of trainers will review each stage of the RF P process from the perspectives of a project owner \, consultant and contractor and you’ll gain key i nsights about what to consider for successful prog ression. Packed with tips and suggestions on how t o make sure each partner is successful in their pr oposal pursuit\, you’ll walk away with actionable knowledge you can put to work on the job immediate ly. \;
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~~Project Owner’s mind set in soliciting a Request for Proposal (RFP) com petition \;~~
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~~Developing a winning RFP strategy \ ;~~