Excel for Contractors* Basics *May 19-20*
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-20
Excel Foundations for Construction
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:

Confidently navigate Excel and create new workbooks for construction
Enter, format, and calculate data relevant to project budgets, materials, and
Use formulas and functions to improve accuracy and
Sort, filter, and present data clearly using charts and
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.

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

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Blue Beam-Revu* Basics * May 26-27*
2026-05-26 - 2026-05-27 | Curtek
May 26 & 27th Online – 11:30 am- 3:00 pm
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
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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

Adjudication & Arbitration Differences
2026-05-26 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto)
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.

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AED / CPR “A” / Emergency First Aid – May 26 & 27th
2026-05-26 16:30 - 2026-05-27 19:30 | OECA, 86 Greenfield Ave., Ottawa, Canada
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

AED, CPR "A", Emergency First Aid May 26th & 27th
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Microsoft Excel - Basic* May 27 & June 3
2026-05-27 13:00 - 16:00
Excel for Construction Basic
(1:00pm-4:00pm/ 2 sessions)
(2 Gold Seal Special Industry Credit (SIC)
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 report

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Human Resources 101
2026-06-02 10:00 - 11:30
Construction supervisors play a vital role in creating fair, safe, and compliant worksites. The Human Resource Practices module empowers you with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently apply human resource policies and legislation on the job. You’ll gain practical insight into employment standards, occupational health and safety, employee selection and training, harassment prevention, substance use, attendance management, and effective policy enforcement.
This dynamic session walks you through the entire employee life cycle—from hiring and onboarding to leading strong teams, understanding key employment laws, and handling employee exits professionally and legally. You’ll leave with greater confidence as a leader and the skills to protect both yourself and your organization while fostering a positive, productive workplace.
Topics include:

Finding the Best People
Onboarding
Managing Performance
Using Legislation
Applying HR Policies
Respectful Termination

1 Gold Seal Credit

About Our Presenter:

Josee is a Human Resources Expert specializing in HR emergencies, problem solving, crisis management and overall performance management. She began her HR career on the waters more than 18 years ago with Celebrity Cruise Lines, Disney Cruise Lines and eventually landing in the Bahamas.
Once back in Ontario, Josee began working for the largest pharmaceutical company in Canada for over a decade. Josee is the everyday “go-to” person for all HR matters for more than 450 clients.
A few years ago, she launched her own HR consulting firm to help small and medium sized businesses as their trusted HR advisor. Assisting with anything from M&A’s, hiring packages, policies and procedures, employee handbooks, health & safety, AODA, Covid-19 challenges, employee engagement, performance management and more.
Since has since written and published her first book called Navigating HR – Simple Tips for People Leaders available on Amazon. She is also a Forbes Business Council Member and writes for Forbes online.

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Microsoft Project for Construction ( 4 Part series)Scheduling
2026-06-02 13:00 - 16:00
Delivered in a 4 part series

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:
Part 1 (June 2) – Scheduling: Build and update project schedules using WBS, key dates, and dependencies, and understand how changes affect the critical path and overall timeline.
Part 2 (June 4) – Resources: Assign trades, subcontractors, people, and equipment, track availability and costs, manage overtime, and fix over‑allocation issues.
Part 3 (June 9) – 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.
Part 4 (June 11) – Cost Control: Monitor budgets, costs, cash flow, and profit margins, generate regular cost reports, and understand how schedule or work changes impact project costs.

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Microsoft Excel - Basic* May 27 & June 3
2026-06-03 13:00 - 16:00
Excel for Construction Basic
(1:00pm-4:00pm/ 2 sessions)
(2 Gold Seal Special Industry Credit (SIC)
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 report

Microsoft EXCEL - Basic ( 2 Parts )
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2026-06-04 13:00 - 16:00

Blue Beam Revu - Estimating Level 1- June 9th & 10th
2026-06-09 11:30 - 2026-06-10 15:00
Bluebeam Revu Estimating Level 1 is an intensive, instructor-led online course offered exclusively by Curtek. Led by a Senior Estimator, it delivers hands-on training in Revu best practices through interactive exercises, real-time feedback, and quizzes. Participants follow a structured, progressive curriculum and receive practice files and a reference workbook for ongoing 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.
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
BB2-Course Outline – Revu Estimating – Build Accurate Takeoffs (2026)

Microsoft Project for Construction ( 4 Part series) Trade Tracking
2026-06-09 13:00 - 16:00 | ESCTT

AED / CPR “A” / Emergency First Aid – June 9th & 10th
2026-06-09 16:30 - 2026-06-10 19:30 | OECA, 86 Greenfield Ave., Ottawa, Canada
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

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Microsoft Project for Construction ( 4 Part series) Cost Control
2026-06-11 13:00 - 16:00

CAN/ULC-S1001 — Integrated Testing of Fire Protection & Life Safety Systems
2026-06-11 18:00 - 21:00
Are you a fire alarm electrician, technician, contractor, engineer, or building professional? This is a webinar you don’t want to miss.
Join Certi-Fire for a free 3-hour deep dive into CAN/ULC-S1001 — Canada’s standard for integrated systems testing of fire protection and life safety systems.
We’ll cover:
🔹 What S1001 requires and when it applies
🔹 Which interconnected systems are in scope
🔹 The two phases of integrated testing
🔹 Ongoing re-testing timelines
🔹 What it means for fire alarm professionals and certification
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Excel for Contractors*Intermediate* June 16-17
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-17
Excel for Construction : Build Smarter Workflows
Join Curtek in building on basic Excel skills and learn how to work more efficiently with construction data. This course focuses on managing large spreadsheets, using advanced formulas, and automating repeat tasks using real‑world examples from estimating, scheduling, and project reporting.

Intended Audience:
Designed for estimators, project managers, site administrators, and coordinators who already understand Excel basics and want to improve their efficiency and accuracy in managing project data.
Learning Outcomes:

Advanced formulas and functions for cost, productivity, and project data analysis.
Summarize and interpret information using PivotTables and charts.
Create professional, dynamic spreadsheets with color-coded insights.
Reference and link data across sheets for consistency.
Automate repetitive construction workflows for improved efficiency.

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.

XL2-Course Outline – Excel for Construction – Build Smarter Workflows (2026)

Microsoft Excel - Advanced* June 17 & June 24
2026-06-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-24 13:00 - 16:00
Excel for Construction *Advanced *
(1:00pm-4:00pm/ 2 sessions)
Please join ESCTT Training 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 )
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