Pathways to ICI

The New Entrants Bridging Program helps prepare individuals interested in working in construction; looking to gain access to and be successful in entry-level positions such as Project Coordinator, Field Engineer, Estimator, or similar in ICI Construction. It provides online, self-paced training to bridge the knowledge and competency gaps.

The Program provides practical training – construction, position and real-work scenarios that have been developed by people currently working in the industry to help ease the transition for people wanting to build successful careers in the industry.

The online, self-paced training is organized into 3 learning sections consisting of 12 lessons total.
 
Section 1: What is the Job

• Introduction to Construction
• Project Lifecycle – part 1 (pre-construction & procurement)
• Project Lifecycle – part 2 (construction)
• Project Lifecycle – part 3 (post-construction)

Section 2: Getting the Job

• Resume
• Job Interview

Section 3: Keeping the Job

• Milestones on the Job
• Details Matter
• Clarifying Questions
• Mistakes Happen
• Conversations and Feedback
• Best Management Practices (BMPs)

The Program provides practical training – construction, position and real-work scenarios that have been developed by people currently working in the industry to help ease the transition for people wanting to build successful careers in the industry.

Upon successful completion of this Program (which includes 4 Stages – see ‘Program Eligibility’ section below) :

1. A Certificate of Completion will be provided, which participants can include when applying for jobs.
   NOTE: Work placement is NOT part of this Program. Upon successful completion, participants will be provided access to OGCA Member companies for employment opportunities and requirements.
2. The participant will gain access to construction management software training to increase awareness, exposure, confidence and employability to further ease the transition into employment.
3. The participant will earn 4 Gold Seal Credits. To learn more about Gold Seal Certification, visit Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
   https://www.cca-acc.com/gold-seal/

You are eligible to apply to the New Entrants Bridging Program if you are:

• In school, a new graduate, a newcomer, transitioning careers, curious about careers in construction management and/or haven’t had access to explore a career in construction management. Unsure if what a career in construction management is or if it’s a potential career path for you?
  • Use the “Explore a Career in Construction Management” Quick Assessment Tool. To access the Assessment Tool click here
• Eligible to legally work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Work Permit, SIN card, etc).
• Reside in the province of Ontario
• Able to commit to completing the following 4 Stages:
  • Stage 1: Application & Selection (see Application Process section)
  • Stage 2: Complete New Entrants Bridging Program Training (Participants have 30 calendar days to complete the 12 training modules and pass the Knowledge Evaluation)
  • Stage 3: Show Off Your Knowledge & Skills (Participants have 14 days to submit updated documents including sample of assignments from the training, updated resume and video).
  • Stage 4: Assessment to Determine Successful Program Completion (A virtual meeting with the Pathways Team to review documents and discuss participant’s status of successful program completion and/or continued training support).

What You Need to Apply:

• Skills Development Fund Training Stream (SDF-TS) Participant Form. (click here to complete the form).
  NOTE: This information is collected as a Ministry funded program requirement.
• Resume
• A maximum 2-minute video to introduce yourself and share why you want to work in construction.
  NOTE: We do not require an edited or formatted video; just a simple video recorded on your phone or other device.

How to Apply:
Please use WeTransfer (www.wetransfer.com) to upload your SDF-TS form, resume, and video. Send the email link to Pathways@ogca.ca. This is a free platform and is accessible to everyone. DO NOT email your documents directly as the video will be too big and we will not receive it.

NOTE: Please save documents in the following format:

• SDF-TS_FirstNameLastName
• Resume_FirstNameLastName
• Video_FirstNameLastName

IMPORTANT: Don’t wait to apply. The Pathways Team will be reviewing applications and offering successful applicants on an ongoing basis.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Unfortunately, we are unable to inform all applicants on the status of their applications. 

Thank you for your interest in the Pathways to ICI: New Entrants Bridging Program and exploring a career in construction management.

The Upskilling Toolkit is softs skills training delivered through position specific scenarios that can be applied and practiced on-the-job for immediate and measurable impact.

The Toolkit focuses on 5 core competencies developed for construction professionals; geared towards Project Managers (PM), Site Supervisors (SS), and individuals on the track to becoming PM and SS.

Each core competency module consists of 10 submodules for progressive skills development.

The Upskilling Toolkit is softs skills training delivered through position specific scenarios that can be applied and practiced on-the-job for immediate and measurable impact.

You earn 2 Gold Seal Credits for each Core Competency Module, for a total of 10 Gold Seal Credits when you complete all 5 Modules.
To learn more about Gold Seal Certification, visit Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
https://www.cca-acc.com/gold-seal/

Each Core Competency Module includes 10 submodules for progressive skills development. The Upskilling Toolkit can help you practice and advance your career and can help you support, train and mentor your team members in their skills development.

The 5 Core Competency Modules are:

Communication Module: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits

• Submodule 1 – Listening to Understand and Respond Effectively
• Submodule 2 – Effective Written Communication
• Submodule 3 – Effective Verbal Communication
• Submodule 4 – Communicating Technical Information
• Submodule 5 – Understanding Different Communication Styles
• Submodule 6 – Communicating Effectively Under Pressure
• Submodule 7 – Making Sure Everyone Understands Each Other
• Submodule 8 – Communicating to Solve Problems
• Submodule 9 – Communicating with Diverse Communication Styles
• Submodule 10 – Diplomacy with High-Conflict Behaviour

Planning, Organization & Time Management Module: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits

• Submodule 1 – Keeping Track of Details
• Submodule 2 – Setting Priorities
• Submodule 3 – Project Schedules & Time Management
• Submodule 4 – Adapting Priorities to Changing Conditions
• Submodule 5 – Communicating Changes with Team Members & Stakeholders
• Submodule 6 – Calculating Schedule Contingencies
• Submodule 7 – Managing the Priorities of the Whole Project
• Submodule 8 – Delegating Tasks
• Submodule 9 – Collaborating to Update Project Changes
• Submodule 10 – Helping Team Members Meet Their Responsibilities

Problem Solving Module: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits

• Submodule 1 – Understanding Problems
• Submodule 2 – Gathering Information for Solution Development
• Submodule 3 – Collaborating to Find Creative Solutions to Problems
• Submodule 4 – Selecting Optimal Solutions
• Submodule 5 – Getting Buy-In For Your Solution
• Submodule 6 – Executing & Monitoring Conditions
• Submodule 7 – Adapting to Changing Conditions
• Submodule 8 – Rapid Problem Solving
• Submodule 9 – Solving Complex Problems
• Submodule 10 – Adjusting After Challenges

Relationship Building Module: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits
Note: This module has 9 submodules

• Submodule 1 – Building Quality Relationships
• Submodule 2 – Deepen Trust & Understanding
• Submodule 3 – Sharing Information & Receiving Input
• Submodule 4 – Integrating Stakeholder Interests
• Submodule 5 – Motivating & Holding Stakeholders Accountable
• Submodule 6 – Decision Making
• Submodule 7 – Meeting Facilitation
• Submodule 8 – Relationship Management Through Conflicts
• Submodule 9 – Appreciating Team Members

Conflict Resolution Module: Earn 2 Gold Seal Credits

• Submodule 1 – Understanding Conflicts
• Submodule 2 – Understanding Root Causes
• Submodule 3 – Maintaining Calm & Respectful Behaviour
• Submodule 4 – De-escalation Strategies
• Submodule 5 – Impartiality & Fairness in Conflicts
• Submodule 6 – Determining How to Intervene
• Submodule 7 – Exploring Decisions
• Submodule 8 – Navigating Violence & Harassment
• Submodule 9 – Giving Feedback in Conflictual Situations
• Submodule 10 – Accountability & Conflicts

Option 1

If you are an OGCA Member (you are employed by OGCA member) the training is included in your member benefits. Not sure you are a member – please check here https://ogca.ca/members/member-directory/

Please click here to register: I am an OGCA Member and I want to Register for the Upskilling Toolkit

Option 2

For non-members, please visit the online store (link to online store)

For full benefits of the Upskilling Toolkit and to earn 10 Gold Seal Credits, we recommend you complete all 5 Core Competency Modules. However, to accommodate individual areas for growth and skills development, each Core Competency Module can be purchased separately at $100.00 + HST.

The We CAN Path provides tools and systems for job growth to help companies identify and implement opportunities for advancement and promotion within their teams to help foster recruitment, retention, and succession planning strategies.

The foundational training program for We CAN starts with the 4-Part “Make Space” Reflection Series.

In our regular work lives we have lots of meetings about the work, projects, health and safety; we have meetings to problem solve and share ideas; we have meetings to talk about/evaluate people, provide feedback and conduct performance reviews. Rarely do we have meetings to reflect on, and specifically talk about how and what biases have crept in that influence how we think and talk about people.

We often excuse ourselves from being biased or don’t think we are biased because we associate being biased, thinking biased, or acting biased with extreme and/or obvious situations. We pay less attention to the small, seemingly innocent situations that while aren’t extreme and obvious, have the potential to carry big impacts. It takes active and intentional effort to recognize when our biases are at play, to say them out loud and to consciously adjust.

The We CAN: Make Space Reflection Series provides a self-reflection training experience to create intentional conversations towards opportunities for meaningful change.

The Reflection Series Focuses on 4-Parts:

PART 1: The Introduction “Or Could It Actually Be Me?”
Gets us started in becoming comfortable with feeling uncomfortable when we practice self-reflection to explore our own biases in the workplace.
 
PART 2: (Sometimes) It’s Not You. (Sometimes) It’s Me.
Explores the workplace circle and who you surround yourself with.
 
PART 3: When Bias Has the Strongest Voice.
Explores why some voices are stronger than others.
 
PART 4: Move Over Bias – It’s Time to “Make Space”.
Explores “who has a seat at the table” and what it means to “Make Space”.

Upon completion of the Reflection Series, you earn 2 Gold Seal Credits.
To learn more about Gold Seal Certification, visit Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
https://www.cca-acc.com/gold-seal/

Option 1

If you are an OGCA Member (you are employed by OGCA member) the training is included in your member benefits. Not sure you are a member – please check here https://ogca.ca/members/member-directory/

Please click here to register: I am an OGCA Member and I want to Register for the We CAN: Make Space Reflection Series

Option 2

For non-members, please visit the online store (link to online store)
The 4-Part Reflection Series is $200.00 + HST and earns 2 Gold Seal Credits.

Please contact pathways@ogca.ca for company group pricing (11+ registrations)

Please contact pathways@ogca.ca for live facilitated sessions.