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EXCEL- Foundations for construction* Basic * May 19 & 20

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Excel Foundations for Construction - Basic

May 19 & 20th- 0nline 11:30am-3:00pm

 Please join Curtek for this hands-on course which introduces the essential functions of Microsoft Excel in the context of commercial construction workflows. Participants will learn how to build and format spreadsheets for estimating daily reporting, material tracking, and project management — with practical examples drawn directly from jobsite and office environments.

Intended Audience:
Designed for estimators, project coordinators, site administrators, forepersons, and trade office staff who want to use Excel more effectively for construction-related tasks such as budgets, takeoffs, logs, and summaries.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Confidently navigate Excel and create new workbooks for construction
  2. Enter, format, and calculate data relevant to project budgets, materials, and
  3. Use formulas and functions to improve accuracy and
  4. Sort, filter, and present data clearly using charts and
  5. Produce professional, construction-ready spreadsheets for internal and client use.

 Materials Provided:

  • Course workbook (PDF)
  • Practice spreadsheets and construction templates
  • Quick reference guide to common Excel formulas and shortcuts

Payment Information:

Payment is due to Curtek at the time of registration. After completing the course, submit the proof of payment and OECA will reimburse the course cost.

(2 Gold Seal Credits  )  

 

XL1-Course Outline – Excel Foundations for Construction (2026)

 

 

Microsoft Excel -Foundations for Construction 

 

May 19 & 20th 

 

Instructor-Led Webinar

Online

11:30am – 3:00pm 

Delivered in two- 3 hours sessions

 

2 Gold Seal Credits

 

 

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Excel Basics -Foundations for Construction* May 19, 20


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Excel Basics – Foundations for Construction* May 19 & 20
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May 19 & 20 * Online * 2 sessions 11:30am-3:00pm

 Please join Curtek for this hands-on course which introduces the essential functions of Microsoft Excel in the context of commercial construction workflows. Participants will learn how to build and format spreadsheets for estimating daily reporting, material tracking, and project management — with practical examples drawn directly from jobsite and office environments.

Intended Audience:
Designed for estimators, project coordinators, site administrators, forepersons, and trade office staff who want to use Excel more effectively for construction-related tasks such as budgets, takeoffs, logs, and summaries.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Confidently navigate Excel and create new workbooks for construction
  2. Enter, format, and calculate data relevant to project budgets, materials, and
  3. Use formulas and functions to improve accuracy and
  4. Sort, filter, and present data clearly using charts and
  5. Produce professional, construction-ready spreadsheets for internal and client use.

 Materials Provided:

  • Course workbook (PDF)
  • Practice spreadsheets and construction templates
  • Quick reference guide to common Excel formulas and shortcuts

Payment Information:

Payment is due to Curtek at the time of registration. After completing the course, submit the proof of payment and OECA will reimburse the course cost.

BB1-Course Outline – Revu Foundations for Construction (2026)



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* Please note:

May 19 & 20 , 2026

Online * 2 sessions* 11:30am-3:00pm

Cost $349.00 + tax through Curtek

Course payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

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Blue Beam-Revu Basics-Foundations for Construction* May 26 & 27

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May 26-27 * Online * 2 sessions 11:30am-3:00pm

Bluebeam Revu is an industry-leading PDF markup and collaboration software designed for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. It allows project teams to review, mark up, measure, and manage construction documents quickly and accurately—anytime, anywhere.

With powerful tools for digital takeoffs, drawing reviews, and real-time collaboration, Bluebeam Revu helps streamline workflows, improve communication, and reduce costly errors throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Benefits

  • Advanced PDF markup and annotation tools
  • Accurate measurements and quantity takeoffs
  • Real-time collaboration with project teams
  • Efficient document organization and version control
  • Customizable tools to match your workflow

Intended Audience: Construction supervisors, project managers, estimators, engineers, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment.

 

BB1-Course Outline – Revu Foundations for Construction (2026)

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* Please note:

May 26 & 27 , 2026

Online * 2 sessions* 11:30am-3:00pm

Cost $349.00 + tax through Curtek

Course payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

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Microsoft EXCEL* Advanced * June 17 & 24

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Microsoft Excel - Advanced

June 17 & June 24 – 0nline 1:00-4:00 pm

Please join ESCTT for a practical, hands‑on course on using Microsoft EXCEL  – Advanced

ESCTT will demonstrate tools to help you better calculate your business metrics, profitability of jobs, plan budgets and examine business scenarios all through the use of Microsoft Excel. This advanced level course will give you a better comprehension of how to analyze data to create what-if scenarios (what if conditions changes…. how will these affect the cost of the job).

Topics Covered
Project Estimating & Job Costing
  • Industry best practices for Creating Professional Estimates
  • What‑if analysis for project planning
Scheduling & Planning
  • Creating Gantt charts and timelines
  • Linking schedules with estimates
Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Pivot tables and filters
  • Data validation
  • Multi‑scenario analysis
  • Management and profitability reports
Expense Tracking & Budgets
  • Tracking job and business expenses
  • Analyzing budgets and business metrics
Excel Integration & Presentation
  • Linking Excel with Word and other programs
  • Automatic updates and auditing information
  • Creating presentation-ready materials
Security & Collaboration
  • Locking cells and protecting worksheets
  • Securing data for shared use

(2 Gold Seal Credits  )  

 

Microsoft Excel- Advanced

June 17  & 24th

 

Instructor-Led Webinar

Online

1:00pm – 4:00pm

Delivered in two- 3 hours sessions

2 Gold Seal Credits

 

 

Microsoft EXCEL - Advanced ( 2 Parts )

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Microsoft EXCEL – BASIC * May 27 & June 3

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Microsoft Excel - Basic

 
May 27th & June 3rd – Online 1:00pm-4:00pm
 
Please join ESCTT for a practical, hands‑on course on using Microsoft EXCEL PART 1 – Basic .

 (costs, tracking, lists, schedules, estimates, production rates)

Do you calculate production rates? Keep track of costs or budgets? Excel makes these tasks easy, and it gives you a record of all your calculations (unlike your calculator). Excel makes it easy to verify your work and enter changes. Construction professionals will use Excel to create estimates, track expenses, monitor production rates, and manage job-based financial performance.

Topics Covered
  • Basic Excel spreadsheets for estimating
  • Numerical calculations and formulas
  • Creating simple estimates and budgets
  • Charts and basic reporting
  • Integrating Excel data into Word documents
  • Calculating production and material usage rates
Expense & Job Tracking
  • Expense tracking and overtime calculations
  • Job and equipment record-keeping
  • Subtotals by job or location
  • Filters and IF statements for analysis
  • Linking multiple workbooks for job tracking
Analysis & Reporting
  • Year-over-year comparisons
  • Formatting and conditional formatting
  • Linking and exporting reports

(2 Gold Seal Credits  )  

 

Microsoft Excel- Basic 

 

May 27th & June 3rd

 

Instructor-Led Webinar

Online

1:00pm – 4:00pm

 

Delivered in two- 3 hours sessions

2 Gold Seal Credits

 

 

 

Microsoft EXCEL - Basic ( 2 Parts )

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Microsoft Project for Construction ( 4 Part Series )

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Microsoft Project for Construction ( 4 Part series)

June 2 ,4, 9, 11th

  June 2, 4, 9, 11 – Online 
 
Please join ESCTT for a practical, hands‑on course on using Microsoft Project.

Every project manager deals with scope creep, schedule pressure, and the need to control costs. Microsoft Project is one of the most effective tools for managing schedules, tracking deadlines, and reducing cost overruns. It also serves as a clear communication tool, giving project managers a roadmap for executing their projects.

This instructor‑led webinar is designed for busy project managers who juggle many tasks while staying on budget, meeting deadlines, and keeping stakeholders informed.

The webinar is delivered in four 3‑hour sessions and provides a solid, practical understanding of how Microsoft Project can be used in real‑world project management. What you will learn:

  • Scheduling: Build and update project schedules using WBS, key dates, and dependencies, and understand how changes affect the critical path and overall timeline.
  • Resources: Assign trades, subcontractors, people, and equipment, track availability and costs, manage overtime, and fix over‑allocation issues.
  • Trade Tracking: Track day‑to‑day progress, record delays and actual work, create short‑term look‑ahead schedules, and see how changes affect time and cost.
  • Cost Control: Monitor budgets, costs, cash flow, and profit margins, generate regular cost reports, and understand how schedule or work changes impact project costs.

 

 

Microsoft Project for Construction

Instructor-Led Webinar

Online

1:00pm – 4:00pm

 

  • Scheduling- June 2
  • Resource – June4
  • Tracking Changes- June 9
  • Cost Control- June 11

 CCA has accredited this course for 4 Gold Seal Special Industry Credits (SIC)

 

 

 

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Adjudication & Arbitration Difference May 26th


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Adjudication & Arbitration Differences
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May 26th, 2026–

Join Dan Leduc of Soloway Wright LLP as he breaks down the ultimate Adjudication vs. Arbitration showdown in 2026. Discover why the new “90-day window” and “private adjudicator” rules mean you may never need a full arbitration again—and how to sequence these tools to maximize your cash flow and minimize project risk.
While Adjudication under the Construction Act is now a staple of Ontario’s legal landscape, the rules of the game have evolved. Recent legislative updates mean that choosing a path forward is no longer a simple box-ticking exercise. Today’s construction parties must look beyond procedural deadlines and instead focus on how adjudication can be strategically woven into a broader recovery plan that includes lien claims and trust remedies.

When: Tuesday May 26th, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 11:00 am
Where: Online

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Prompt Payment ( Changes to the Construction Act)

January 15th, 2026 from 8:30am – 10:00am
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AED / CPR “A” / Emergency First Aid – JUNE 9TH & 10TH

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Category: Training

June 9th & 10th 4:30pm-7:30pm

Ottawa ECA  is proud to team up with SP Safety Solutions to deliver world-class First Aid, CPR, and AED training.

Why is this training important?
In emergency situations, timely and effective response can save lives. Our comprehensive courses focus on injuries and materials typically encountered on construction sites, emphasizing the crucial role of first aid, CPR, and AED use. Participants will learn how to provide immediate care, prevent further injury, and support recovery until professional medical help arrives.

What’s included in the training?

  • First Aid and CPR certification, tailored for construction environments
  • AED (Automated External Defibrillator) operation—an essential skill that can dramatically improve survival rates during cardiac emergencies
  • Overview of the Ministry of Labour’s role in accident scene management and reporting requirements

Our goal is to empower your team with the skills needed to respond confidently and effectively in emergencies, ensuring a safer work environment for everyone.

Register today!
To sign up, please fill out the registration form for one or multiple and click submit. Should your registrants be unable to attend, please contact the OECA office at stephanie@ecaottawa.ca 72  hours prior to the course.

Invest in safety—equip your team with life-saving skills that make a difference when it matters most.

For more information on the AED requirements:   https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/r25157

REGISTRATION:  

June 9th & 10th,2026

4:30pm-7:30pm

OECA 

86 Greenfield Ave.

 

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AED / CPR “A” / Emergency First Aid – May 26th & 27th

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Category: Training

Ottawa ECA  is proud to team up with SP Safety Solutions to deliver world-class First Aid, CPR, and AED training. These essential courses will be held on 

Why is this training important?
In emergency situations, timely and effective response can save lives. Our comprehensive courses focus on injuries and materials typically encountered on construction sites, emphasizing the crucial role of first aid, CPR, and AED use. Participants will learn how to provide immediate care, prevent further injury, and support recovery until professional medical help arrives.

What’s included in the training?

  • First Aid and CPR certification, tailored for construction environments
  • AED (Automated External Defibrillator) operation—an essential skill that can dramatically improve survival rates during cardiac emergencies
  • Overview of the Ministry of Labour’s role in accident scene management and reporting requirements

Our goal is to empower your team with the skills needed to respond confidently and effectively in emergencies, ensuring a safer work environment for everyone.

Register today!
To sign up, please fill out the registration form for one or multiple and click submit. Should your registrants be unable to attend, please contact the OECA office at stephanie@ecaottawa.ca 72  hours prior to the course.

Invest in safety—equip your team with life-saving skills that make a difference when it matters most.

For more information on the AED requirements:   https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/r25157

REGISTRATION:

May 26th & 27th, 2026

4:30pm-7:30pm

86 Greenfield Ave.

 

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Blue Beam Revu – Estimating Level 1- June 9th & 10th

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Category: Training

June 9th & 10th, 2026              Online – 11:30 am- 3:30 pm

Bluebeam Revu Estimating Level 1 –This intensive instructor-led online training is offered solely by Curtek and is designed to accelerate your team’s mastery of Revu while maximizing your training investment. The program provides practical, hands-on guidance from a seasoned Senior Estimator, emphasizes best practices to boost productivity with Revu, and reinforces skills through interactive exercises, real-time feedback, quizzes, and discussions.

It employs a structured learning approach where each module builds upon the previous one, and participants receive valuable reference materials, including practice files and a reference workbook for continued use.

Intended Audience: Construction supervisors, project managers, estimators, engineers, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment.

Modules Include:

  • Takeoff Profile and Tool Sets
  • Layers
  • Setting the scale
  • Viewports
  • Length measurements
  • Area and volume measurements
  • Dynamic Fill
  • Count measurements
  • Search
  • Tracking Takeoffs
  • Legends
  • Sketch to scale1

1 Gold Seal Credit

Prerequisite: This is NOT a beginner course. You are expected to know what is taught in the Basics course before taking this course. Visit https://www.curtek.ca/revu-basics-knowlege-test to test your knowledge on the basics.

THE VENUE

The training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session.

 

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June 9th & 10th , 2026

 Online – 11:30 am- 3:30 pm

  • Cost $349.00 + tax through Curtek
  • Course payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

Recommended Computer Setup

You will need TWO screens for the training to be effective.

  • The first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.
  • The second screen is to display the Zoom meeting. This could be a second monitor, a larger tablet (9″ +) or a smart phone displayed on to a TV.

Bluebeam Revu Requirements

You will need a fully functioning version of Bluebeam Revu 2020. Any Windows version is ok (Standard, CAD, or eXtreme). The Mac version will not work. If you have an older version, you can download a 2020 trial and install it ‘side by side’ your existing install. This will allow you to continue to use your older version without losing your license and you can use the new version to follow along in the training.

You can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial

  

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