Managing CCDC Contracts for Project Success

Where do we run into problems most often with contract compliance and how do we mitigate these problems? It starts with reading and understanding the contracts and we will do just that by exploring clauses from CCDC 2, 5A, 5B, 14, and 15.

Obtain this training  BEFORE your next project or your contractual dispute! Remember, when it comes to contracts, it's not about your own thoughts and assumptions; it's about what is written! 

Whether you are the Project Owner, the Consultants, or the Contractors, first you need to understand what you have agreed to in the CCDC and related contracts, and why the clause exists in the first place. NOT opening, reading, and understanding the contract requirements until it's too late is exactly what gets us into trouble time and time again on construction projects. Waiting until there is conflict and only then referring to the contract to see how, or if, we can get out of the problem is like playing Russian roulette.  

This workshop will provide insights into key clauses and concepts in different project delivery methods that consistently create challenges and conflict. You'll learn from each instructor's experience as an ICI practitioner and gain the perspectives of a Project Owner, Consultant  and Contractor on each topic. Specific scenarios will be reviewed, and you will gain insight into achieving alignment with all parties.   

BE AWARE:  In the nuances of the prime contract clauses, there are implications and requirements impacting all partners including the Consultants and Subcontractors. 

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

• Learn which CCDC and related clauses and concepts in the different project delivery methods consistently create challenges and conflict 

• Discover what these clauses mean and why they exist 

• Explore how to mitigate the pain points associated with these clauses by developing your “go forward” strategies and practices 

• Apply your skills to a specific scenario by presenting possible outcomes and strategies to achieve alignment by all parties. 

You can keep on doing what you are doing and expect things to get better, but we all know that is the definition of insanity! Stop the insanity and find better ways of addressing the contractual obligations you have agreed to!

The course curriculum is very extensive and requires a commitment by each participant to come prepared having read the written material circulated in advance of the course date. The pre-reading is essential to allow each participant to optimize his/her learning and to keep pace with the flow of the session in order for each individual to acquire a strong foundation of the subject matter.

Important Note: 

This workshop requires full face-to-face interaction and participation from both the instructor and students. In order to attend, you must make sure you have the following: 

1. Computer or laptop with webcam (webcams are mandatory): This workshop will involve 100% on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content like slides or videos, and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, attendees are not permitted to attend via a tablet or cell phone. Webcams (no virtual backgrounds) must be on at all times. 

2. Sharing a single registration between two or more individuals is not permitted. Please register each person who will be in attendance. 

3. A quiet space with minimal distractions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class, and clear your work schedule just as you would for attendance in an in-class program. 

4. Attendance and participation in all three workshop sessions are mandatory for workshop completion. *Please note that if a student misses a class session, we are unable to transfer a registration or provide a partial refund of the registration fees. 

Delivery Method:  Virtual Session – Zoom Webinar 

Course Fee Includes   Access to the course, course materials, and upon completion a digital certificate if requested. 

This course is delivered in partnership with local and provincial construction associations across Canada. You will be participating with a group of industry peers from multiple regions. 

Sharing a single registration between two or more individuals is not permitted. Please register each person who will be in attendance.

The course curriculum is very extensive and requires a commitment by each participant to come prepared having read the written material circulated in advance of the course date. The pre-reading is essential to allow each participant to optimize his/her learning and to keep pace with the flow of thesession in order for each individual to acquire a strong foundation of the subject matter.

This workshop was designed by an inter-disciplinary ICI team with the intention of fostering dialogue and understanding between stakeholders across the ICI sector. We recommend this workshop for: 

• General Contractors and Subcontractors: Project Owners 

  • Construction Company Owners/Managers 

  • Project Managers 

  • Commercial Managers 

  • Estimators 

  • Business Development Managers 

• Third-party Project Managers (for the Project Owner) 

• Architects and Engineers 

• Bonding and Insurance Specialists 

• Lawyers 

“This course was full of valuable information on the interpretation of different CCDC contract clauses from the different perspectives of the parties involves. It helps with a strategy on how to approach potential situations with the goal of limiting conflict and promoting teamwork. Overall, a valuable tool for people within the industry, and this approach should be more broadly used within the industry.” 

“Informative and well-run course with an interesting multi-disciplinary team.” 

“A must-have for the industry.” 

“Great course for anyone who works with contracts on a daily basis.” 

“Very high-quality panel, interesting discussion, and quality materials.” 

1. Computer or laptop

• • This course will involve on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content (slides or videos), and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, cellphones may not be adequate. 

  • Windows 10 or Mac iOS. 

2. Webcam (Mandatory)– in order to engage and collaborate, participants will be expected to have their webcams on for the duration of the class

3. Microphone (Mandatory)

4. Internet connection- For best results, you will want to ensure you have an internet connection with an upload/download speed of 3-5 Mbps. You can test your internet speed here. The minimum recommended speed is 1.5 Mbps, but anything below 3 Mbps may result in loss of quality or buffering. Ideally hardwired connection versus wireless for stability - connect your computer directly to your router using an ethernet cable, rather than using your home wi-fi.

5. A quiet space with minimal distractions –The microphone will be engaged for interactive sessions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class and clear your work schedule just as you would for the in-class program.

6. Comfortable chair