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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Revu Estimating  Level 2 - Beyond Takeoffs July 7th & 8th
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Revu Estimating Level 2 is an advanced\, instructor-led online course designed for professionals who have completed Estimating Level 1 and want to elevate their digital estimating skills. Through hands-on instruction and practical exercises\, participants will explore advanced Bluebeam Revu workflows\, customization tools\, and data management techniques that improve estimating speed\, accuracy\, and efficiency. The course includes a PDF workbook\, sample drawings\, and a reference cheat sheet for continued learning. \n\nIntended Audience: Construction field and office professionals\, estimators\, project managers\, engineers\, and others who regularly measure PDF construction documents. \nModules Include: \n\nAdvanced takeoff workflows\nCustom tool sets and profile customization\nAdvanced measurement techniques\nData management and reporting\nImproving estimating speed and accuracy\nWorkflow optimization and best practices\nBatch processing tools\nAdvanced markup management\n\n1 Gold Seal Credit \nPrerequisite: This is NOT a beginner course. You are expected to know what is taught in the Basics course before taking this course. Bluebeam Revu Basics & Estimating Level 1 courses  Visit https://www.curtek.ca/revu-basics-knowlege-test to test your knowledge on the basics. \nTHE VENUE \nThe training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session. \nCost $349.00 + tax through Curtek\nCourse payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion. \nRecommended Computer Setup \nYou will need TWO screens for the training to be effective. \n\nThe first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.\nThe 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.\n\nBluebeam Revu Requirements \nYou 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. \nYou can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \nBB3-Course Outline – Revu Estimating – Beyond Takeoffs (2026)
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/bluebeam-revu-estimating-level-2-beyond-takeoffs-july-7th-8th/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T150000
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SUMMARY:Revu Foundations for Construction July 21-22
DESCRIPTION:Revu Basics introduces new and light users to the essential tools\, interface\, and workflows within Bluebeam Revu 21 (Core or Complete). Participants learn how to navigate drawings\, organize PDFs\, and apply markups and tool sets to communicate effectively and maintain drawing accuracy in a digital environment. This course is ideal for anyone new to Bluebeam Revu or those who wish to create a solid foundation to build on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntended Audience: Designed for trade contractors\, forepersons\, estimators\, and site supervisors who work under general contractors on commercial projects and want to improve professionalism\, communication\, and customer relationships. \n1 Gold Seal Credit \nPrerequisite: Basic computer skills. No prior Bluebeam experience required \nModules Include: \n\nRevu interface and navigation\nPDF organization and document management\nNavigation tools and drawing review\nMarkup tools and best practices\nTool Chest and Tool Sets\nWorking with layers\nCollaboration and communication workflows\nMarkup management and tracking\nDrawing accuracy and digital workflows\nProductivity tips and shortcuts\n\nMaterials Provided:\nCourse workbook (PDF)\nTakeaway “GC Service Commitment” worksheet\nReference checklist for communication and conflict resolution \nPayment Information:\nPayment 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. \nTHE VENUE\nThe training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session. \nRecommended Computer Setup \nYou will need TWO screens for the training to be effective.\nThe first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.\nThe 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. \nBluebeam Revu Requirements \nYou 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. \nYou can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \n  \nlBB1-Course Outline – Revu Foundations for Construction (2026) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/blue-beam-revu-foundations-for-construction-july-21-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T140000
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SUMMARY:Microsoft - What is Copilot and Agents
DESCRIPTION:What is Microsoft Copilot? \n\nOverview of Microsoft Copilot\nHow Copilot works across Microsoft 365 and business applications\nReal-world productivity examples\n\nUnderstanding Copilot Agents \n\nWhat Agents are and how they differ from chat-based AI\nExamples of autonomous and task-based Agents\nWhere Agents fit into Dynamics 365\, Business Central\, and Copilot Studio\n\nBusiness Value & Use Cases \n\nHow Copilot & Agents reduce manual work\nCommon use cases across finance\, sales\, operations\, and customer service\n\nSecurity\, Governance & Readiness \n\nHow Microsoft handles data security and compliance\nWhat organizations should consider before enabling Copilot & Agents
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/microsoft-what-is-copilot-and-agents/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T150000
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SUMMARY:AI Tools for Construction Workflows July 28 -29
DESCRIPTION:Join Curtek for this practical\, hands-on course which  teaches construction office staff how to use AI tools such as Claude and Microsoft Copilot to improve productivity\, accuracy\, and decision-making. Participants will learn how to apply AI to everyday construction management tasks\, including document creation\, specification review\, communications\, RFIs\, submittals\, and project coordination. The course also addresses privacy considerations and best practices to help users confidently and responsibly integrate AI into their workflows. \nIntended Audience:\nThis course is designed for construction professionals\, including project coordinators\, project managers\, estimators\, contract administrators\, and office staff involved in documentation\, specifications\, RFIs\, submittals\, scheduling\, reporting\, and client communications. It is ideal for anyone looking to save time\, reduce repetitive work\, and improve the quality of project deliverables through practical AI applications. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand what AI can and cannot do\, and address common misconceptions\nApply information privacy best practices when using AI tools\nWrite clear\, effective prompt\nUse AI for document creation\, analysis\, and management\nLeverage Microsoft Copilot within Office 365 applications\nAnalyze and cross-reference project specifications using AI\nDevelop multi-step AI workflows for complex construction tasks\nRecognize AI limitations and apply appropriate quality control\n\n Materials Provided:\nCourse workbook (PDF)\nPrompt template library for construction tasks\nPrivacy best practices checklist\nQuick reference guide\nSample construction documents for exercises \nPrerequisites: \nNo formal prerequisites are required\nParticipants should have experience working in a construction office environment\nAccess to a laptop with internet connection\nAccess to Claude (free accounts work)\, and Microsoft Excel with Copilot. \nPayment Information:\nPayment 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. \n  \nTHE VENUE\nThe training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session.\nRecommended Computer Setup\nYou will need TWO screens for the training to be effective.\nThe first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.\nThe 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. \nBluebeam Revu Requirements\nYou 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.\nYou can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \nAI1-Course Outline – AI for Construction Workflows (2026)
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-tools-for-construction-workflows-july-28-29/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T161413
CREATED:20260729T171041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T171125Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Beam Revu Estimating Level 1- Build Accurate Takeoffs
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIntended Audience: Construction supervisors\, project managers\, estimators\, engineers\, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment. \nModules Include: \n\nTakeoff Profile and Tool Sets\nLayers\nSetting the scale\nViewports\nLength measurements\nArea and volume measurements\nDynamic Fill\nCount measurements\nSearch\nTracking Takeoffs\nLegends\nSketch to scale1\n\n1 Gold Seal Credit \nPrerequisite: 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. \n\nTHE VENUE \nThe training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session. \nCost $349.00 + tax through Curtek\nCourse payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion. \nRecommended Computer Setup \nYou will need TWO screens for the training to be effective. \n\nThe first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.\nThe 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.\n\nBluebeam Revu Requirements \nYou 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. \nYou can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \nBB2-Course Outline – Revu Estimating – Build Accurate Takeoffs (2026) \n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/blue-beam-revu-estimating-level-1-build-accurate-takeoffs/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T140000
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SUMMARY:Microsoft - What's New in Microsoft Copilot
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Microsoft Copilot  \nMicrosoft Copilot continues to expand from chat assistance into agents\, app-specific experiences\, and connected workflows across Microsoft 365\, Teams\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Outlook\, Dynamics 365\, and Business Central. This session translates the latest updates into practical business use cases. \nWebinar Agenda \n\n\n\nCopilot overview: what has changed and why it matters\nCopilot Chat\, Microsoft 365 Copilot\, and role-based Copilots\nAgents: prebuilt agents\, custom agents\, and agent store concepts\nCopilot in Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Outlook\, and Teams\nCopilot for sales\, service\, finance\, and Business Central scenarios\nUsing enterprise data safely through Microsoft Graph and permissions\nGovernance\, security\, adoption\, and responsible AI considerations\nPractical rollout plan: where to start\, train\, measure\, and expand
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/microsoft-whats-new-in-microsoft-copilot/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T150000
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CREATED:20260730T143005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T143523Z
UID:11012-1787052600-1787151600@ecaottawa.org
SUMMARY:Revu Foundations for Construction August 18-19
DESCRIPTION:Revu Basics introduces new and light users to the essential tools\, interface\, and workflows within Bluebeam Revu 21 (Core or Complete). Participants learn how to navigate drawings\, organize PDFs\, and apply markups and tool sets to communicate effectively and maintain drawing accuracy in a digital environment. This course is ideal for anyone new to Bluebeam Revu or those who wish to create a solid foundation to build on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntended Audience: Designed for trade contractors\, forepersons\, estimators\, and site supervisors who work under general contractors on commercial projects and want to improve professionalism\, communication\, and customer relationships. \n1 Gold Seal Credit \nPrerequisite: No formal prerequisites are Participants should have experience working in a trade role on active commercial construction projects. \nModules Include: \n\nIntroduction to Bluebeam Revu and interface navigation\nCustomizing profiles\, toolbars\, and workspaces\nNavigation tools and managing multiple PDFs\nPDF organization and document management\nDrawing scale calibration and verification\nMarkup and annotation tools\nMarkup properties and reusable styles\nTool Chest and custom tool sets\nMarkup tracking\, reporting\, and data management\nStamps\, approvals\, and document workflows\nBluebeam Studio collaboration and project management\n\nMaterials Provided:\nCourse workbook (PDF)\nTakeaway “GC Service Commitment” worksheet\nReference checklist for communication and conflict resolution \nPayment Information:\nPayment 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE VENUE\nThe training will be held in an online meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session.\n1 Gold Seal Credit \nYou will need a computer with the following:\nRequired:\n✅ Two screens; one for your work and one for the meeting\n✅ A Zoom meeting connection \nRecommended:\n✅ Revu 21 Core\, Complete\, or MAX plan \nAlso Acceptable:\n✅ Revu 20 (Standard\, CAD\, or eXtreme)\n⚠️ Some tools and features may differ slightly from what is demonstrated.\n⚠️ The Basic plan is limited and some demonstrated features will not be available. \nNot Compatible:\n❌ Any version older than Revu 20\n❌ Revu for Mac\n❌ Bluebeam Cloud / iPad versions \nIf you do not have an active license\, you can start a 14-day free trial here:\nhttps://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \n\n\n​ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nlBB1-Course Outline – Revu Foundations for Construction (2026) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/revu-foundations-for-construction-august-18-19/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T161413
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Max Revu  AI ( Smarter Project Workflows) Aug. 25-26
DESCRIPTION:NEW in 2026 — Bluebeam Max unlocks the next generation of digital construction workflows — combining the power of Bluebeam Revu with built-in artificial intelligence. Trainees will learn how to save time\, reduce errors\, and gain a competitive edge in estimation\, coordination\, and QA/QC. \nIntended Audience: Estimators\, project managers\, coordinators\, and field staff are ready to move beyond manual markups and into AI-driven digital workflows. \n Learning Outcomes: \n\nUse AI-Review and AI-Match to detect drawing issues and changes\nAutomate repetitive markup and measurement\nLeverage AI-powered summaries to improve documentation and reporting. Understand data security best practices in AI-driven construction\n\n Materials Provided:\nCourse workbook (PDF)\nPractice construction documents\nQuick reference guide \nPrerequisites: \nBasic computer knowledge and familiarity with construction\nRevu Basics and Revu Estimating Level 1 are highly recommended before this course \n\nPayment Information:\n\nPayment 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. \n\nTHE VENUE\nThe training will be held in an online meeting.\nDetails will be provided 48 hours before the first session.\n Gold Seal Credit \nRecommended Computer Setup\nYou must be using Bluebeam Revu for Windows.\nRequired:\n✅ Two screens; one for your work\, and one for the meeting\n✅ A Zoom meeting connection\n✅ Revu 21 MAX plan (trial is ok)\n❌ (The Basic\, Core\, or Complete plans are not suitable for this course.)\n​If you do not have an active license\, you can start a 14-day free trial here:\nhttps://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial \n  \nAI2-Course Outline – Revu AI – Smarter Project Workflows (2026)
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/bluebeam-max-revu-ai-smarter-project-workflows-aug-25-26/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260813T161413
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SUMMARY:Human Resources 101
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nTopics include: \n\nFinding the Best People\nOnboarding\nManaging Performance\nUsing Legislation\nApplying HR Policies\nRespectful Termination\n\n1 Gold Seal Credit \n  \nAbout Our Presenter: \n \nJosee 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.\nOnce 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. \nA 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.\nSince 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. \n\n\n\n\nHuman Resources 101\nHuman Resources 101\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    Company Name\n        *\n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	\nSubmit\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n			\n			\n				If you are human\, leave this field blank.
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/human-resources-101/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261013T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261013T163000
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SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series #1: AI Starts Here - Data That Actually Works
DESCRIPTION:The difference between AI that saves hours and AI that wastes time? Your data. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Your Data AI-Ready and Build the Foundation for Every Session That Follows\nEveryone is talking about AI. Few are talking about the one thing that determines whether it actually works: your data. \nIf your project information\, cost libraries\, production rates\, and templates aren’t structured properly\, AI can’t deliver reliable results. Instead\, you get inconsistent outputs\, wasted time\, and more work checking the answers than doing the task yourself. \nThat’s why this workshop comes first. \nIn this hands-on session\, you’ll learn how to organize your data so AI can become a practical tool for estimating\, project management\, operations\, and decision-making. You’ll leave with a proven system\, ready-to-use templates\, and a live project folder built around your business. \nWhy Attend?\n✅ Stop guessing whether AI outputs are accurate\n✅ Create a structured foundation that makes every future AI workflow more reliable\n✅ Learn when to trust AI\, when to verify it\, and when the decision should stay with you\n✅ Build a repeatable system you can use across every project\n✅ Walk away with practical tools you can start using immediately \nWhat You’ll Learn\n1. Build an AI-Ready Data System\nSet up project folders\, cost libraries\, production rates\, standard scopes\, and templates that allow AI to work from structured information instead of scanning PDFs and making assumptions. \n2. Master the Human + AI Workflow\nLearn the simple framework for deciding: \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat AI should handle\nWhat you should review\nWhat decisions should remain yours\n\n\n\n\n\nThis approach helps you avoid bad outputs while confidently leveraging good ones. \n3. Create Your Own Working Project Environment\nLeave with a live project folder and templates built around your rates\, your processes\, and your way of working. \n4. Keep Your Data Clean and Future-Proof\nDevelop a repeatable process for maintaining organized\, AI-ready information so every project starts from a strong foundation. \n\nWho Should Attend?\nEstimators\, Project Managers\, Business Owners\, Operations Leaders\, and Construction Professionals who already have some exposure to AI and want to use it effectively on real projects.\nRecommended Prerequisite: This workshop serves as the foundation for the entire AI Workshop Series and is strongly recommended before attending later sessions. \n\nWorkshop Details\n💻 Location: Live Online via Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n$99 per live session (includes recording)\n$79 recording-only option\nReimbursement upon course completion\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Instructor\nJosh Turner\, PMP | ContractorOS\nJosh brings real-world construction and project experience to AI implementation. Rather than teaching theory\, he’ll show you practical systems and workflows that contractors\, estimators\, and project teams can actually use. \n\nWhat You’ll Need\n✔ A laptop\n✔ Internet connection\n✔ Optional: Bring an active project folder\, drawings\, specifications\, or project data to work with during the session \n\nIf you want AI to deliver better results\, this is where you start. Every successful AI workflow depends on clean\, organized\, structured information. \nJoin us and build the foundation that makes every future AI tool\, process\, and workshop more effective. \n🔗 Register Now and Get Your Data Working for You \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-workshop-series-1-ai-starts-here-data-that-actually-works/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T150000
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SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series #2 – From Takeoff to Bid: Catch Missed Scope. Keep the Margin.
DESCRIPTION:AI Workshop Series #2 – From Takeoff to Bid: Catch Missed Scope. Keep the Margin. \nYour estimate is only as good as your takeoff. And your margin is only as good as your estimate.\nAs an estimator\, you face ongoing pressure from tight deadlines\, complex specs\, and the constant risk of missing scope or pricing something wrong. \nThis workshop shows you how to use AI to support your estimating process without handing over control. You’ll learn to turn specs and drawings into structured scope lists\, cross-check quantities with AI\, and run price checks off your rate library. You’ll keep the margin and final numbers where they belong — with you. \nWhy this matters: A missed scope item or a rate outlier can cost you thousands. This workshop gives you a repeatable process to catch those issues before they hit your bottom line. \nYou will learn how to: \n\nTurn specs and drawings into a structured scope list so nothing gets missed and every item is priced or excluded on purpose\nUse AI to cross-check your takeoff quantities — devices\, fixtures\, homeruns\, and panels — against your own count\, rather than relying on it as the final number\nRun an independent price check off your rate library to catch missing scope and rate outliers\nKeep the margin and final numbers where they belong: with you\n\nIntended Audience: Estimators and operations leads who have some familiarity with AI and want to use it to support — not replace — their estimating process.\nWhile it’s strongly recommended that you attend Session 1: Data That Actually Works\, if you missed it\, you can access the recording in ECAO’s Learning Centre. \n💻 Where: Live online via Zoom \n\n$99 (tax incl.) per live session (includes recording) | $79 for recording only\nReimbursement upon course completion\n\n🔗 Click Here to Register \nYour Guide: Josh Turner\, PMP\, ContractorOS — An industry expert with hands-on construction experience who has figured out how to make AI practical\, rather than a tech guru with no site experience. \nNeed to Know: \nWhat to bring: A laptop and a working internet connection. Participants are encouraged to have a real project folder (specs\, drawings\, or data) to work with during the session.\nPayment: Online via PayPal or Invoice.\nCancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\nAccessibility & Questions: Contact Témoc Vega – tvega@ecao.org \n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-workshop-series-2-from-takeoff-to-bid-catch-missed-scope-keep-the-margin/
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SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series #3 - The PM's Daily Engine: Automate the Admin. Run the Project
DESCRIPTION:Turn contracts into task lists\, automate the repeatable paperwork\, and stay in control of the key decisions. \nYou can’t afford to lose hours to admin. But you also can’t afford to lose control. \nAs a PM\, you’re pulled in a hundred directions. Contracts\, RFIs\, emails\, meeting notes\, payment claims\, reports — the list never ends. The paperwork is relentless\, and it takes time away from what matters. \nThis workshop shows you how to use AI to automate the repeatable admin while you stay in control of the key decisions. You’ll learn to turn contracts into task lists\, log and organize project communications\, draft reports and payment claims with AI\, and set up recurring tasks so nothing falls through the cracks. \nWhy this matters: The admin never stops. But it doesn’t have to be all on you. This workshop gives you a system to handle the paperwork faster — so you can focus on running the project. \nYou will learn how to: \n\nTurn a signed contract into a working task list — every obligation\, its clause\, its deadline\, and who owns it\nLog and organize project emails\, RFIs\, instructions\, and meeting notes so nothing slips through\nDraft RFIs and client monthly reports straight from your tracked data\nBuild payment claims with AI while you set the percent complete — AI drafts\, you review and approve\nSet up recurring tasks to help keep projects on track\n\nIntended Audience:\nProject managers\, operations leads\, and estimators who have some familiarity with AI and want to automate the repeatable admin while staying in control of the key decisions. While it’s strongly recommended that you attend Session 1: Data That Actually Works\, if you missed it\, you can access the recording in ECAO’s Learning Centre. \n Where: Live online via Zoom\n$99 (tax incl.) per live session (includes recording) | $79 for recording only\nReimbursement upon course completion \n🔗 Click Here to Register
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-workshop-series-3-the-pms-daily-engine-automate-the-admin-run-the-project/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T140000
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UID:11093-1794405600-1794411000@ecaottawa.org
SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series #4 – Track Progress. Catch Delays. Stay Ahead.
DESCRIPTION:Build schedules\, track labour and delays\, and run weekly look-aheads to stay ahead. \nScheduling is where projects succeed or fail. And delays are where margins disappear. \nYou need to plan the work\, track progress\, and catch delays before they cost you. But the tools are clunky\, the data is messy\, and the GC’s schedule changes constantly. \nThis workshop shows you how to use AI to build schedules from production rates\, sequence\, and critical path — or work with the GC’s schedule. You’ll learn to turn voice notes into daily records\, track delay impacts\, and run weekly look-aheads to coordinate crews and catch roadblocks early. \nWhy this matters: Delays are inevitable. But getting blindsided by them is not. This workshop gives you a system to track progress\, catch delays early\, and support time claims when they happen. \nYou will learn how to: \n\nBuild your own programe or work to the general contractor’s schedule: structure\, durations from production rates\, sequence\, and critical path — AI does the first cut; you own the sequence\nTurn a supervisor’s voice note or quick write-up into a structured daily record of hours\, quantities\, and delays\nRun the weekly look-ahead as a working session to coordinate crews and surface roadblocks before they hit\nLearn why percent complete is yours to set — and why measuring progress by money spent is a trap\nTrack delays and their impacts\, so you can support a claim for time up the chain\, with the time and cost of each option\n\nIntended Audience: Project managers and operations leads who have some familiarity with AI and want to use it to support scheduling\, progress tracking\, and delay management. While it’s strongly recommended that you attend Session 1: Data That Actually Works\, if you missed it\, you can access the recording in ECAO’s Learning Centre. \n Where: Live online via Zoom \n$99 (tax incl.) per live session (includes recording) | $79 for recording only\nReimbursement upon course completion \n🔗 Click Here to Register \nYour Guide: Josh Turner\, PMP\, ContractorOS — An industry expert with hands-on construction experience who has figured out how to make AI practical\, rather than a tech guru with no site experience. \nNeed to Know: \n\nWhat to bring: A laptop and a working internet connection. Participants are encouraged to have a real project folder (specs\, drawings\, or data) to work with during the session.\nPayment: Online via PayPal or Invoice.\nCancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\nAccessibility & Questions: Contact Témoc Vega – tvega@ecao.org
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-workshop-series-4-track-progress-catch-delays-stay-ahead/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261117T140000
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CREATED:20260813T193623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T193912Z
UID:11096-1794924000-1794929400@ecaottawa.org
SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series #5 – Manage Contracts\, Changes\, & Risks. Protect Your Revenue.
DESCRIPTION:Draft notices\, build variations\, handle time claims\, and mitigate risks.  \nChange happens on every project. The question is: do you get paid for it? \nContract management is where revenue is protected or lost. A missed notice\, a poorly priced variation\, or a time claim handled wrong can cost you thousands. \nThis workshop shows you the order that protects you: notice first\, prove entitlement\, then price. You’ll learn to use AI to draft notices the moment something changes\, build variations from contract rates\, handle time claims without double-counting\, and run back-to-back checks so you never carry a risk you can’t recover. \nWhy this matters: Every change on site is a potential revenue loss — or gain. This workshop gives you a clear process to protect what you’re owed. \nYou will learn how to: \n\nDraft the right notice to the general contractor or client the moment something changes on site\nBuild a variation with the entitlement case first\, then price it off the rates already in your contract — notice first\, prove entitlement\, then price\nHandle time claims and extensions of time properly\, without double-counting\nRun the back-to-back check so you never carry a risk down to your own suppliers or labour that you cannot recover from above\n\nIntended  Audience: Project managers\, owners\, contract administrators\, and operations leads who have some familiarity with AI and want to use it to support contract management and revenue protection. While it’s strongly recommended that you attend Session 1: Data That Actually Works\, if you missed it\, you can access the recording in ECAO’s Learning Centre. \n💻 Where: Live online via Zoom \n\n\n\n$99 (tax incl.) per live session (includes recording) | $79 for recording only\nCourse Reimbursement upon completion\n\n\n\n🔗 Click Here to Register \nYour Guide: Josh Turner\, PMP\, ContractorOS — An industry expert with hands-on construction experience who has figured out how to make AI practical\, rather than a tech guru with no site experience. \nNeed to Know: \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring: A laptop and a working internet connection. Participants are encouraged to have a real project folder (specs\, drawings\, or data) to work with during the session.\nPayment: Online via PayPal or Invoice.\nCancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\nAccessibility & Questions: Contact Témoc Vega – tvega@ecao.org\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/ai-workshop-series-5-manage-contracts-changes-risks-protect-your-revenue/
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