Build Control Into Every Job

Operational structure drives cost control, schedule flow, and jobsite clarity.

Projects don’t stall from poor workmanship; they stall from weak systems. When builders manage budgets, crews, and contracts with discipline, the job runs leaner and the business runs stronger. Missed invoices, overcommitted trades, or unclear scopes bleed time and margin. Operational control isn’t about more admin; it is about keeping the right things visible so nothing slips. Builders who lead with systems don’t just build houses; they build sustainable businesses.

What You Will Learn

Explore the full list of modules and lessons included in this course.

    1. 1.0 Introduction

    2. 1.1 Course Overview and Target Audience

    3. 1.2 Course Structure

    4. 1.3 Prerequisites and Time Investment

    5. 1.4 Assessment and Certification Information

    6. 1.5 Content Format

    7. 1.6 General Knowledge Assignment

    1. 2.0 Introduction

    2. 2.1 Overview of Home Builder Operations and Finances

    3. 2.1 Overview of Home Builder Operations and Finances - Quiz

    4. 2.2 Importance of Effective Management

    5. 2.2 Importance of Effective Management - Quiz

    6. 2.3 Home Builder Operations and Finances Best Practices

    7. 2.3 Home Builder Operations and Finances Best Practices - Quiz

    8. 2.4 Assignment

    1. 3.0 Introduction

    2. 3.1 Budgeting and Forecasting

    3. 3.1 Budgeting and Forecasting - Quiz

    4. 3.2 Cost Control and Reduction Strategies

    5. 3.2 Cost Control and Reduction Strategies - Quiz

    6. 3.3 Understanding and Managing Cash Flow

    7. 3.3 Understanding and Managing Cash Flow - Quiz

    8. 3.4 Assignment

    1. 4.0 Introduction

    2. 4.1 Best Practices in Project Planning and Scheduling

    3. 4.1 Best Practices in Project Planning and Scheduling - Quiz

    4. 4.2 Resource Allocation and Management

    5. 4.2 Resource Allocation and Management - Quiz

    6. 4.3 Implementing Effective Project Controls

    7. 4.3 Implementing Effective Project Controls - Quiz

    8. 4.4 Assignment

    1. 5.0 Introduction

    2. 5.1 Risk Identification and Assessment

    3. 5.1 Risk Identification and Assessment - Quiz

    4. 5.2 Risk Mitigation Strategies

    5. 5.2 Risk Mitigation Strategies - Quiz

    6. 5.3 Risk Management Implementation

    7. 5.3 Risk Management Implementation - Quiz

    8. 5.4 Assignment

    1. 6.0 Introduction

    2. 6.1 Understanding Contract Terms and Conditions

    3. 6.1 Understanding Contract Terms and Conditions - Quiz

    4. 6.2 Negotiating and Managing Subcontractor Agreements

    5. 6.2 Negotiating and Managing Subcontractor Agreements - Quiz

    6. 6.3 Contract Administration and Dispute Resolution

    7. 6.3 Contract Administration and Dispute Resolution - Quiz

    8. 6.4 Assignment

About this course

  • $629.00
  • 59 lessons
  • Total learning commitment to complete this course: 37 hours
  • Course format: text, presentations, audio, downloadable PDF's.

Collaboration is essential

The benefit of timely feedback.

All lessons have a dedicated discussion section so you can ask questions, see previously answered questions, interact with other course participants and your instructor. You do not have to go through this learning journey alone or have to ponder on unanswered questions.

Run Better Jobs. Make Smarter Calls. Build a Stronger Business.

This course is part of the BC Housing CPD Essentials bundle. Gain real-world skills in planning, budgeting, and builder operations and save 35% with a structured set of courses built for busy residential professionals.