ECA - 2021 Year In Review

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ECA AS THE HUB OF CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE At the ECA, we are seeking 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!

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THE BOARD DOUG HANSEN

ANDREW SHARMAN

ROB McGRATH

DEREK CIEZKI

JEN HANCOCK

JAMEY SINGH

DARRYL WIEBE

BERT DeBRUIN

JASON COLLINS Collins Steel

CHRIS DIRKS

Kichton Contracting

TREVOR MESSAL

SEAN TYMKOW

JENNIFER von BERENDT

LEAH MARCHON

PETER OSBORNE

Fillmore Construction

Chandos Construction

DIALOG

University of Alberta

JS Advisors Corp.

Lloyd Sadd Insurance Brokers

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Synergy Projects

Kerr Interior

Ledcor Construction

SMP Engineering

AltaPro Electric

Lafarge Canada

GEC Architecture

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ECA STAFF CAROLINE BOWEN

MATT SCHELLENBERGER

DEBBIE BARKER

JENNIFER PARKER

JONATHAN VILLALTA

HAILEY THIESSEN

Director of Membership Engagement

Construction Information Manager

Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Director of Corporate Development

Finance Coordinator

WENDY BILLEY Executive Assistant

DAVID ROSS

Printing & Support Services

TAYLOR LEWIS

Education Coordinator

Receptionist

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FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT

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BUILDWORKS The ECA, in partnership with our local construction association partners, are pleased to present our BuildWorks totals for 2021. Although 2021 was a year of continued challenge, we also saw renewed optimism after a very challenging 2020. We know this pandemic has tested our industry’s resolve, whether because of covid protocols, site requirements, supply chain and labour challenges, or other trials, but members continue to be resilient, adaptable, and progressive in the ways we do business. Total BuildWorks project count across the province remained stable in 2021, while our team worked diligently to continue to provide both Pre-Bid and Private Project opportunities to interested members. Finally, our team continues to thank owners for working directly with our teams to provide detailed bidders lists and well as estimated construction values – both of which as critical to our members’ success.

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CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES JANUARY - DECEMBER 2021

CLASSIFICATION OF WORK ADDITION

88

WASTE WATER TREAMENT

60

DEMOLITION

67

WATER TREATMENT PLANT

57

NEW CONSTRUCTION

330

CIVIL SUPPLY/SERVICE/MAIN

750

RENOVATION

4052

SIDEWALKS CURBS GUTTERS

123

901

PROJECTS POSTED IN ALBERTA

SEWERS & WATERMAINS

204 ROADS

405 769

PARKING LOTS

79

BREAKDOWN (EST.) ICI: 49% CIVIL: 47% PRE-BID / PRIVATE PROJECTS: 3%

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BRIDGES

ICI SUPPLY/SERVICE/MAIN.

253

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CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES JANUARY - DECEMBER 2021

OWNER TYPE HEALTHCARE

1%

FED GOV

5%

MUNICIPAL

55%

COMM/OFFICE/RETAIL

1%

COLLEGE

3%

MISC.

3%

COMMUNITY HOUSING

6%

4052

CROWN CORP

2

%

PROJECTS POSTED IN ALBERTA

SCHOOLS

8%

RESIDENTIAL

1%

RELIGIOUS

0.4%

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PROVINCIAL

15%

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EDUCATION Education continues to be one of our most sought after and important member benefits. This past year, we have had approximately 1000 learners participate in over 375 courses to invest in their learning. Although COVID-19 continued to challenge our industry, this did not stop our leaders from exploring new topics related to construction, including our Carbon Reduction and Social Procurement sessions.   VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR LEAD TRAINING AND HYBRING LEARNING MODELS The transition to online learning has allowed the break down of geographical barriers in that we are now able to offer more courses, at various times, across multiple LCA’s. As a result, we continue to see an increase in the number of courses we can offer. Online learning has allowed for the continuation of education and accounts for a cumulative total of over 2575 learner hours. Having the ability to reach a multitude of sectors within the industry, online learning is something that has changed the way in which knowledge is delivered. Special thanks to all those firms who continue to engage with the ECA to educate their teams. We thank our primary instructors for their efforts: Phil Perry, Izzy Perry, Sami Fahmy, Lee Kelly, Morgan Garry, James Johnston, and Debbie Hicks.   SCHOLARSHIPS In 2021 the Edmonton Construction Association was pleased to increase its yearly scholarship donations by $52,000 awarding nearly $145,000 in ECA scholarships to roughly 120 recipients. 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 2021 ECA Member Scholarship honorees. Each year, we recognize the achievements of four students whose parents are employed by ECA Member firms. Each recipient is awarded $2,500. In 2021 the following received the scholarship: Kaitlyn Benvenuto – Kasian Architecture, Alan Liang – Rolling Mix Concrete (Edmonton) LTD, Madilyn Portas – PCL Construction Management Inc, Amie Maloney – Legacy Equipment.

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375

846

COURSES OFFERED

INSTRUCTOR HOURS

2575

75

STUDENT HOURS

GOLD SEAL APPLICATIONS

WHAT TO WATCH FOR IN 2022 In 2022, The Edmonton Construction Association will continue to grow the course offerings and number of learners. We will continue to offer virtual instructor-lead training and hybrid learning models until restrictions allow for a return to greater in-person learning. This will include several new offerings, while continuing to grow the Digital Project Delivery, the Emerging Leaders Institute, The Canadian Leadership Institute, Project Management Preparation (PMP) and CM Lean Exam Prep. The ECA is always working to educate firms on the best practices your teams need to perform confidently in this new building environment.

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MEMBERSHIP The ECA’s membership remained strong in 2021. Total membership at the conclusion of the year was 1,058 member firms. Membership in the ECA means joining 247 General Contractors, 242 Manufacturer and Suppliers, and 463 Trades that made up our membership in 2020. Added to these numbers were the 106 Associate Members which are made up of the Architects, Engineers, Consultants, and Owners from our industry. The ECA exists to ensure that everyone in Edmonton’s construction industry is on a level playing field – our goal is that every member can find something of value to their company and career. Our members experience greater business success as a result of the ECA’s collective and focused portfolio of highly valued services and programs, as well as being equipped and supported by the ECA. Our members and their companies are better positioned than their competitors to benefit from industry opportunities.

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2021 EVENT SPONSORS The ECA would like to thank our event sponsors for their continued dedicated support.

Local Waste S E R V I C E S

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YBG In 2021, the YBG celebrated seven 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. 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! 2021 YBG Leadership Team Ben Aitchison

One Properties

Lacey Watson

Mid-City Construction

Rich Haas

PCL

Thomas Ziegler

Al-Terra Engineering

Ryan Hutton

Highline Electrical

Jennifer Von Berendt

DIALOG

Caroline Bowen

ECA

Matt Schellenberger

ECA

Mathias Jonsson Daniel McAllister

HUB International

Lindsay Munn-Price

University of Alberta

Paul Rogers Ty Seifeddine

Rescom Design Works Engineering

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WOMENBUILD The ECA’s WomenBuild group is an open group – the goals are focused on inspiring, supporting, encouraging, connecting, and celebrating women in industry. A distinct goal is to enable mentoring opportunities for women. We also want to encourage and open the construction industry to women and young girls who previously may not have considered it a career option. In Alberta, women make up 45% and men make up 55% of the overall workforce. Within in the construction industry in Alberta, women make up 14% and men make up 86% (AB Labour Force Survey). Specifically, women make up only 5% of the labour force in the trades. Women are underrepresented in our industry. Women are also underrepresented in leadership positions and operations (PM, estimators, etc.) And to top it off, we still do not have a strong pipeline of women being trained in construction related disciplines like engineering and trades / technical school. WomenBuild is a place to provide inspiration, support, and mentorship to women. As well, this helps us connect even further with our member firms. The WomenBuild events are meant to connect, inspire, support, and celebrate women in industry In 2021 we brought together a total of over 200 women both virtually and in person; • WomenBuild – Your Pathway to the industry • WomenBuild Nine & Dine • WomenBuild Speaker Series For more information or to sign up for WomenBuild please contact Caroline Bowen, caroline. bowen@edmca.com.

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PEG The Professional Estimating Group (PEG), formed in late 2017, is focused on bringing together and supporting the estimators, spec writers, quantity surveyors, and PMs who work hard to keep the project pipeline full. Through special networking, mentoring, and professional-development events, the PEG cultivates the business relationships and friendships that every professional needs to excel in their work. 2021 PEG Leadership Team Brad Mielke NAIT Tanya Thomas

Specialty Air Sheet Metal

Donovan Germain

Stuart Olson

Lance Simonin

Sparklean Restoration DKI

Julie Williams

Scott Builders

Ali Gillani PCL Dan Eckert

Clark Builders

Steve Boser

Kerr Interiors

Katherine Panousos-Wagner

Allmar Inc.

Leighton Engen Ledcor

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YP MERGE 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. We hope that 2022 means a strong return for YP Merge after two challenging years related to COVID, highlighted by our virtual SHIFT conference in October 2022. The YP Merge Calendar The YP Merge Calendar makes it possible 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 visit the website every year, and we look forward to continued growth in 2022. Learn more at www.ypmerge.ca.

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OWNERS FORUM The Owners Forum is a group of over 25 Alberta Regional Public and Private Owners, as well as Architect, Engineer, Construction Partners and Partner Associations. Launched in 2017, the goal of the Owners Forum is to collaborate, build understanding and connect, with the purpose of driving innovation, improved integration across the construction continuum and high quality outcomes for the entire construction sector. Items discussed in 2021 include: collaborative project delivery, social procurement, supply chain & labour concerns and of course covid protocols. Special thanks to our Owners Forum Leadership Team who continue to support these efforts locally: Andrew Sharman (University of Alberta), Chris Wright (Edmonton Public Schools), Jesse Banford (City of Edmonton) and Peter Jonkman (Keller Construction). Special thanks also to ECA Board Member Jen Hancock (Chandos Construction) for all her efforts in support of the group’s goals in 2021.

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