EDMONTON CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION
YEAR IN REVIEW 2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Director’s Message
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2019 Board of Directors
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Your ECA Team
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Financial Snapshot
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BuildWorks
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Education
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YBG
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PEG
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YP Merge
20-21
Our 2019 Sponsors
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ECA MISSION Advance our Industry
ECA VISION ECA is the Hub of Construction Excellence
CORE VALUES Collaboration • Leadership Teamwork • Member Service
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MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR “Construction is your business. Finding work is crucial. As a top priority in 2019, the recently upgraded BuildWorks, our online procurement system, gave our members, designers, and owners further advantages in their markets.”
In challenging economic times, 2019 has been a stable year for the ECA. As we build our future together, we are working to define ourselves as the Hub of Construction Excellence in our region. With a thriving YBG, over 6,000 opportunities available for bidding, and exceptional education programs, we work for continuous improvement. In Education, we saw 20% of our member firms participating in 8,345 hours of learning - showing a strong commitment from our member firms to enhance their employees’ capacities for success. People power our firms but, the threat for us all is in ignoring professional growth and “soldiering on” without improvement. Construction is your business. Finding work is crucial. As a top priority in 2019, the recently upgraded BuildWorks, our online procurement system, gave our members, designers, and owners further advantages in their markets. This enhanced system now includes a directory listing which allows you to include your CSI codes and deeper information; so, you can be found online with your projects, qualifications, and reputation - visible and searchable for all your key relationships with buyers, sellers, and other potential opportunities. We enhanced your pre-bid information for business development that will help you to be prepared and positioned for upcoming work. Pre-bid will also assist you in your relationships with fellow members who are construction owners or designers. To these groups, we are saying, “help us help you – let’s work together by sharing information with one another as exposure creates value for all.” BuildWorks On Demand is your “one-stop shop” for construction opportunities, with a growing number of private owners posting their projects. In addition, many general contractors and major subs are now using On Demand for private bid invitations, with members of the ECA prominently advertised on the public directory. These members are then easily added to private invitation lists for future projects.
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In 2020, we will strengthen our Public and Private Owner Affirmation Program that will identify and celebrate top-performing owners in our community, based on member feedback. Board-to-board collaboration with the Consulting Architects of Alberta (CAA), the Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA), NAIOP, BOMA, The Edmonton Chamber and Edmonton City Council will continue to be strong. Our focus on engagement will also be felt in the YBG – our group for people in the first half of their construction careers - now over 1300 strong. Through a continued emphasis on having YBG “believers” in each of our member firms we will support the “up and comers” of our industry. Is it time to get your firm more involved in the YBG? Thank you for your participation in the ECA community, and for your ethical standards that elevate the reputation of our whole industry. I’m also thankful for our Chair, Trevor Doucette, who leads our board, attends countless meetings and provides strong, wise leadership. Finally, thanks to the ECA Board and Staff for their service and dedication. I invite you to read this report and celebrate your own contribution to the success of 2019. In all the challenges of 2020, we’ll be with you every step of the way – just like we have been for over 100 years. Sincerely,
John McNicoll ECA Executive Director
ECA AS THE HUB OF CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE A recent goal of the Edmonton Construction Association has been to broaden our ring of inclusivity, bringing more diversity and engagement to the stakeholder table, and welcoming all members of the industry to take part in the future of construction in Edmonton. We want to bridge the gaps and break down the silos that used to divide Edmonton’s construction sector. The ECA aspires to serve and enable our community to constantly innovate and improve. Our Vision is to see the ECA as a Hub of Construction Excellence in the Edmonton Region. Thanks for your commitment and contribution to this pursuit of excellence in your everyday work!
ENGINEERS ARCHITECTS
GENERAL CONTRACTORS
MANUFACTURERS
DEVELOPERS
PARTNER ASSOCIATIONS
OWNERS
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
TRADES
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES SUPPLIERS
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BOARD This group of talented industry leaders donate countless hours of their time throughout the year in order to help guide the ECA towards its visions and goals.
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Left to Right: Andrew Sharman, University of Alberta McGrath, Synergy Projects Ltd.
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Construction Management Inc.
| Jamey Singh, Consultant
Construction Association Engineering
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Trevor Doucette, Graham Construction and Engineering Inc.
Sean Rayner, VETS Group
Greg Burghardt, Arrow Engineering
Staines, PCL Construction Ltd.
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Jillene Lakevold, All Weather Windows Commercial Ltd.
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| Jason Collins, Collins Steel |
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Roger Buksa, Arpi’s North Inc.
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Rob
Doug Hansen, Fillmore
John McNicoll, Edmonton |
Derek Ciezki, SMP
Trevor Panas, Inland Aggregates and Inland Concrete
Dana Bouwman, Insight Insurance and Risk Management
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Mike
Board Photo Credit: Curtis Trent Photography
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John McNicoll Executive Director
Jennifer Parker
Finance Coordinator
Taylor Lewis
Education Coordinator
Faizal Jessani
Director of Finance & Corporate Services
Debbie Barker
Caroline Bowen
Director of Membership
Dave Ross
Matt Schellenberger Director of Corporate Development
Lisa Kehoe
Procurement Manager
Print Services Manager
Membership Engagement Coordinator
Wendy Billey
Sarah Thowsen
Jonathan Villalta
Executive Assistant & Board Secretary
Receptionist
Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Meet the ECA’s small-but-mighty team who make it all happen. Each team member plays a crucial role in the ECA’s ability to serve our members and to act as the hub of construction excellence.
Daniel Bennett
Procurement Specialist
STAFF WHERE THE WORK IS
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FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
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A quick glance into the ECA’s financials— where our revenue is generated and where it gets allocated throughout the year.
REVENUE *Unaudited January - December 2019
Membership
Membership 64.85% Events 12.97%
Events
Courses & Seminars 11.97% Other 10.21% • Contract Documents 4.00% • Print Services 3.13%
Revenue Courses & Seminars
• Publications 2.16% • Affinity Programs 0.57% • Lease 0.34%
Other
• BuildWorks Services 0.01%
EXPENSES *Unaudited January - December 2019
Salaries & Benefits
Salaries & Benefits 38.99% CCA, ACA, and BuildWorks Fees 15.19% Events 10.92%
CCA, ACA, & BuildWorks Fees
Education 10.79% Other 24.12% • Taxes, Amortizations, Building Maintenance, Supplies 8.14%
Events
Expenses
• Meetings & Travel 5.04% • Telephone, IT & Utilities 3.76% • Accounting, Business Consulting,
Education
Insurance & Bank Charges 2.76% • Advertising & Promotions 2.28% • Contract Documents 1.42%
Other
• Donation & Misc 0.72%
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BUILDWORKS A peak into our 2019 stats, and how BuildWorks Canada is helping members like you get work.
CONTINUED GROWTH IN OPPORTUNITIES & CONNECTABILITY
2019 CATEGORY BREAKDOWN
BuildWorks Canada continues to grow the value of our information by pursuing
PROJECTS POSTED JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019
privately funded opportunities as well as planning stage and design stage
• Calgary Construction Association: 569
opportunities (Prebid). The pursuit of this information will connect you to
• Edmonton Construction Association: 1039
more opportunities and new business relationships. We continue to add
• Fort McMurray Construction Association: 161
value to our online service by posting timely and accurate information with
• Grand Prairie Construction Association: 256
respect to bidder’s lists, bid results, and awarded contractor information.
• Lethbridge Construction Association: 167
With over 37,000 company profiles, the BuildWorks Canada Directory gives you a place to find new partners as well as advertise your company to the entire construction industry.
WHERE THE WORK IS With our comprehensive and connected service, BuildWorks Canada provides access to over 7,500 construction opportunities annually across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. With associations across the three provinces partnering to provide the service under one united brand and platform, we have increased access to opportunities and work for over 4,500 member firms across the prairies. Looking to bid on work? BuildWorks Canada is the largest provider of construction information and opportunities in western Canada. Contact your local construction association and ask how to get access to BuildWorks Canada… where the work is!
• Lloydminster Construction Association: 504 • Medicine Hat Construction Association: 253 • Red Deer Construction Association: 289 • Total number of projects posted to BuildWorks (Alberta) public planroom = 3238 VALUE OF CONSTRUCTION REPORTED, ALL REGIONS, JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019 • $11,098,149,00.00 USAGE HISTORY REPORT, ALL REGIONS, JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019 • Users hours: 518,588 • Project HITS: 1,151,336 • Total emails sent: 884,160 ON DEMAND • Number of companies using On Demand: 48 • Number of On Demand Projects: 1474 PREBID PROJECTS • 2019 Active Prebid Projects: 115 BUILDWORKS DIRECTORY • Unique Directory Searches: 31,615 • Directory Company Profiles: 37,221 • Profile Search Result Appearances: 8,725,201
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PROJECT CATEGORIES
CIVIL INDUSTRIAL MISC SERVICES
JANUARY - DECEMBER 2019 CIVIL
34%
ICI & CIVIL
COMMERCIAL
8%
COMM & RES
RESIDENTIAL
7%
INSTITUTIONAL
33%
COMM & RES
1%
ICI & CIVIL
5%
SERVICES
7%
MISC.
4%
INDUSTRIAL
1%
3238
PROJECTS POSTED IN ALBERTA
INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS WITH BID RESULTS OR AWARDED INFO
34%
1,151,336 PROJECT HITS
COMMERICAL RESIDENTIAL
$
11 BILLION
518,588
REPORTED PROJECT VALUE
USER HOURS
48
1474
884,160
ON DEMAND COMPANIES
PRIVATE BIDS MANAGED
EMAILS SENT
24h
SEARCH
31,615
37,221
518,588
UNIQUE DIRECTORY SEARCHES
DIRECTORY COMPANY PROFILES
USER HOURS WHERE THE WORK IS
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EDUCATION
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We bring in leading experts to make sure your team is up to date and knowledgeable about all things construction.
SUMMARY Approximately 800 learners participated in 91 courses at ECA in the last calendar year. The over 7,200 learner hours that we achieved is phenomenal. Special thanks to all those firms who continue to engage with the ECA to educate their teams.
LEARNING HOURS UP 25% IN 2019: ECA learning hours increased significantly in 2019. The main reason for the growth in instructional hours was the offering of select specialized courses, including the City of Edmonton’s Construction Management Course (new), Digital Project Delivery (new) and the Canadian Leadership Institute. Other new courses that had successful launches in 2019 were: Understanding the Builders Lien Act, Non-Standard Contract Clauses and Getting Invited to the Party. We thank our primary instructors for their efforts: Phil Perry, Sami Fahmy and Debbie Hicks.
SCHOLARSHIPS Every year, 74 recipients are awarded nearly $100,000 in ECA scholarships. These are awarded through agreements with NAIT, U of A, and the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Trades Board (AAITB). We are also pleased to offer congratulations to the 2019 ECA Member Scholarship honorees. Each year, we recognize the achievements of up to five students whose parents are employed by ECA Member firms. Each recipient is awarded $2,500. In 2019 the following received the scholarship: Brett Ambrozic – Trade Contractor – Scorpio Masonry Rachael Hansen – General Contractor – Fillmore Ethan Currie – M & S - Expocrete Concrete Products Christina Benvenuto – Architect- Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. Alan Samycia – Trade Contractor – Desco Coatings of Alberta Ltd.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR IN 2020 1. In 2020, we intend to continue to grow the course offerings and number of learners at the ECA. This will include several new offerings, as well as the introduction of our new instructor Izzy Perry, who will be launching a series of Microsoft focused courses. 2. Together with Holo-Blok, we have restructured the format in which our Digital Project Delivery (DPD) course. As BIM/DPD/VDC usage continues to grow, the ECA is working to educating firms on the best practices your teams need to perform confidently in this new building environment. Coming Spring 2020! 3. The 2020 Canadian Leadership Institute will again take place in June in Kananaskis. Designed for emerging and senior leaders, the CLI leads participants through a battery of assessment tools, leadership simulations, and personal feedback sessions designed to give insight into your unique leadership style. Participants come out of the CLI re-energized, re-engaged, and confident about their path forward as leaders. The CLI is also supported by the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, making this assessment cost effective for interested members. 4. The ECA team will continue to focus on the growth and promotion of all those course offerings that benefit members, from construction focused courses, to business and finance focused, to technology focused content.
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FIVE YEARS STRONG In 2019, the YBG celebrated five years of engaging those in the first half of their career. Since the YBG was launched in February 2014, it has grown to over 1,300 members, and hosted a multitude of successful events – maximizing business connections for members. The objective of the YBG is to promote the growth and development of construction leaders in the first half of their careers. This is achieved through networking, deepening industry connections, and developing industry leadership skills, with the goal of strengthening the construction industry in Edmonton for the next generation. New initiatives that gained steam in 2019 included YP Merge, YBG Facetime, and the YBG Amazing Race. Other major events, such as our Hub Nights, the Golf Tournament, and SHIFT continued to promote our brand to both members and external stakeholders. The drive for synergies between the YBG and broader ECA missions continued to point the way forward in exciting and innovative directions. YBG initiatives are organized by three main committees: the YBG Networking Committee, the YBG Education Committee, and the YBG Industry Collaboration committee. These committees make recommendations to the YBG Leadership Team, which then approves these initiatives in consultation with the ECA Board of Directors. Remember: the YBG is open to all employees of ECA member firms. Join the Phenomenon!
2019 YBG LEADERSHIP TEAM
2019 YBG EVENTS & INITIATIVES
The group of volunteers that makes it all possible! This team
Are you interested in sending someone from your
is the powerhouse behind the wide range of YBG events, and
team to the YBG? Here are some of the exciting
each member champions bringing a different facet of the YBG
events that we hosted in 2019, and you can look
experience to life.
forward to in 2020.
Ben Aitchison, One Properties
JANUARY YBG Kick Off
Rich Haas, PCL Ryan Hutton, Highline Electrical Mathias Jonsson Daniel McAllister, HUB International Lindsay Munn-Price, University of Alberta Paul Rogers, Rescom Ty Seifeddine, Design Works Engineering + Inspections Ltd. Jennifer von Berendt, DIALOG Lacey Watson Thomas Ziegler, Al-Terra Engineering Rob McGrath, Synergy Projects Derek Ciezki, SMP Engineering Caroline Bowen, Edmonton Construction Association Matt Schellenberger, Edmonton Construction Association
FEBRUARY YP Merge Partner Event MARCH YBG Facetime MAY YBG Hub Night Amazing Race JULY YBG Golf Tournament SEPTEMBER YBG Facetime OCTOBER SHIFT Conference NOVEMBER YBG Wrap Up
The group every member firm should be a part of! Our YBG is notorious for engaging emerging leaders on a more personal level, and is truly where lasting connections are made.
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The Professional Estimating Group is one of ECA’s fastest growing groups, and it’s no surprise why. 2019 was filled with events that were not only interesting and informative, but fun— and the people are pretty great too!
GAINING MOMENTUM No job in this industry is simple, and that’s especially true for project estimators, specification writers, quantity surveyors, and project managers who work hard to keep the project pipeline full. These valuable leaders are often confined to offices in high pressure situations, and don’t have the opportunity that some in the industry do to network with their peers. It is here where the idea of the Professional Estimating Group (PEG) came to fruition. Now entering its third full year, the PEG focuses on networking, mentoring, and professional-development events that serve to cultivate the business relationships and friendships that every PEG professional needs to excel in their work. 2019 saw the PEG group grow in size to over 320 members; a 20% increase from 2018. 2019 featured 5 events for PEG members, including our Estimators Fair, PEG Kick Off, Golf Tournament, and 2 PEG Nights. The Leadership Team looks forward to building off of this momentum, and to making 2020 the best year yet. Remember: the PEG is open to all employees of ECA member firms and is free to join. Email daniel.bennett@edmca.com to learn more!
2019 PEG LEADERSHIP TEAM
2019 YBG EVENTS & INITIATIVES
These are the amazing volunteers who are really making a name
Are you interested in sending someone from your
for the PEG group. This team has been instrumental in bringing
team to join the PEG? Here are some of the exciting
together so many talented and knowledgeable leaders in the
events that we hosted in 2019, and you can look
industry, and having a good time while doing it.
forward to in 2020.
Brad Mielke, NAIT
MARCH PEG Kick Off MKT Fresh Food & Beer Market
Peter Vanderzwaag Steve Boser, Kerr Interiors Dan Eckert, Clark Builders Neil Mallette, Vipond Ali Gillani, PCL Julie Williams, Scott Builders Lance Simonin, Cutting Edge Landscaping Donovan Germain, CCS Contracting Tanya Thomas, Modern Niagra
APRIL PEG Estimators Fair NAIT Productivity and Innovation Centre (PIC) JUNE PEG Night Brewsters AUGUST PEG Golf Tournament Windermere Golf & Country Club OCTOBER PEG Night Yellowhead Brewery
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PEG
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YP MERGE YP Merge brings together young professionals from across the owner, developer, design and contractor community to network and collaborate.
WHAT IS YP MERGE? YP Merge is a round-table initiative, it’s a calendar, and it’s the creative spark that’s changing the future of construction in the Edmonton region. Launched in late 2017, YP Merge seeks to engage young professional (YP) groups from the Edmonton owner, developer, design and contractor networks while ensuring like-minded professionals can learn and grow with each other. 2019 was a transformative year for YP Merge, as YP merge partners presented the SHIFT Conference together for the first time. Entitled “Inspiring Innovation”, the 2019 SHIFT Conference sold out, bringing together over 180 leaders from over a dozen YP partner groups. Heading into 2020, the YP Merge Leadership Team looks forward to presenting three common events, as the group continues to expand.
THE YP MERGE CALENDAR The YP Merge Calendar makes it possible, for the first time, to be tuned-in to all builder-centric YP groups in Edmonton through a shared event calendar and social media portal. Nearly 3,000 unique individuals visited the website in 2019, and we look forward to continued growth in 2020.
WHO’S INVOLVED? BOMA Edmonton
IDA SPARK
CAA
MADE
Canada Green Building Council
NAIOP
Canadian Water Institute
UDI New Horizons
CEA
Urban Land Institute
CSCE
YBG
City of Edmonton
YPE
EnggYAC
LEARN MORE AT WWW.YPMERGE.CA
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Without our sponsors, nothing that we do would be possible.
THANK YOU In 2019, the ECA hosted more than 30 industry, networking, and stakeholder engagement events, with around 4,500 people taking part. Great events are one of the key ways that we fulfill our promise to be the “hub of construction excellence,” by presenting opportunities for you to expand and strengthen your business network. ECA has earned a reputation for outstanding, creative, and energetic events – and we share credit with our dozens of generous and dedicated sponsors. Our many event upgrades, initiatives, and experiments are only possible because of you. Alberta Carpet and Furnace Cleaning
Innerspaces
Aon Reed Stenhouse
JK Environmental
Arrow Engineering
KERR Interiors
Athabasca University
Legacy Equipment
Barcol Door
Lloyd Sadd
BDO
Marsh Canada
BIM Services
MKA
BuildEx Canada
Modern Niagara
Carlson Construction
Myshak Crane & Rigging Ltd.
CFMA
NAIT
Challenger Geomatics
Northbridge Insurance
Chandos
OTIS
Christensen & McLean Roofing
Overhead Door Company
CIQS
Pagnotta
Clark Builders
Pals Geomatics
Cooper Equipment
PM Signs
Cratex
Priority Credit Management Corp
Creative Door
Procore
Cutting Edge Landscaping
Reflex
David Aplin Group
Roterra Piling
Dee-Jay Plumbing and Heating
SCMA Alberta
Derrick Disposal
Sentag Trailer
Desco
Silverstone Precast
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Slate Personnel
DIRTT
Stuart Olson
Eagle Builders
Surehire
EllisDon
The Guarantee Company of North America
Four Elements
University of Alberta
Fusiontek
Ultimate Tradesmen and Trades Labour Corp.
Go Nissan
United Decorating
Graham Construction and Engineering
United Rentals
Gravisys
Waste Connections
GridIron Kids Foundation
Western Surety
Hi Signs
Willow Spring Construction
HUB International
WMC
Inline Group
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