Profitable Contracting

Course dates: 2026: Feb. 11 & 12 | May 27 & 28 | Oct. 28 & 29

2 Half-day Interactive Sessions (Live Online)

Gold Seal Accredited: 2 Gold Seal Credits

Course Overview

Construction is demanding. Between labour shortages, tight margins, and rising overhead, it’s not enough to simply finish the job—you need to finish profitably.

The Profitable Contracting Course is designed for construction professionals who want to better understand the financial mechanics of a project and improve how they manage time, people, and money. Whether you’re in the field or in the office, this course gives you the practical knowledge and tools to reduce costs, boost cash flow, and improve overall business performance.

This isn’t a lecture—it’s a hands-on, results-focused workshop tailored to the challenges you face every day in your role.

What You’ll Learn

  • Control Job Costs – Identify waste, manage budgets, and keep projects on track.
  • Understand Financial Reports – Read and apply construction-specific reports for better decision-making.
  • Improve Cash Flow – Navigate billing cycles and financial delays with confidence.
  • Enhance Profitability – Strengthen job costing, cost control, and planning accuracy.
  • Solve Labour Shortages – Discover recruitment and retention tactics that work.
  • Improve Productivity – Learn how to reduce direct, indirect, and opportunity costs.
  • Clarify Roles & Accountability – Set performance goals for project teams and field leaders.
  • Reduce Overhead – Apply proven strategies to manage and lower overhead expenses.
  • Mitigate Risk – Improve internal controls and understand bonding, insurance, and fraud prevention.

Why This Course Stands Out

  • Interactive Format: Real-world examples, group exercises, and active discussion.
  • Cross-Functional Value: Tailored to PMs, estimators, superintendents, managers, and owners.
  • Practical Application: Focused on results you can implement immediately.
  • Professional Development: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits and boost your leadership profile.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

  • Project Managers – seeking stronger cost control and planning skills.
  • Estimators – connecting estimates to real-world financial outcomes.
  • Site Supervisors & Superintendents – improving daily cost awareness and accountability.
  • Senior Managers & Owners – increasing operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Gold Seal Candidates – gaining key financial insight for certification and career growth.

About the Trainer

Meet the Instructor

Wayne Newell has more than 35 years of financial and operational experience in construction, service, and manufacturing. A Certified Management Accountant since 1972, Wayne has trained over 4,000 professionals across Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. His workshops are grounded in practical solutions and delivered with clarity and impact.

Ready to turn your role into a results-driver?

Whether you’re leading projects, managing teams, or preparing for the next step in your career, Wayne Newell’s courses deliver practical strategies that drive real improvements.

From profitability and financial management to operational efficiency, every course is designed to help construction professionals lead with clarity, confidence, and measurable impact.

Explore the full range of training options and find the right course to support your professional growth and your company’s success.

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