REACH CONSTRUCTION
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATE

Keep your books in order and be able to forecast your fortunes.  This module will keep you informed on the latest tax brackets and how to make your money best work for you.  Entry level tax basics understanding your business and personal tax returns are big for this class session.  

Are you aware of the legalities involved in hiring employees? Do you know the difference between an employee and a contract worker? This module will detail the legalities surrounding on-boarding new employment including Employment Status, New Hire Reporting, Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify. Additionally, it will cover the important documents your business should be equipped with including an employee handbook, I-9 form, 1099 and more.

Do you fully understand the terms you are agreeing to when you sign a contract? This module will arm you with the knowledge on construction contracts to ensure you are doing what is best for your company. Some items covered include clauses to include and avoid when entering into contracts with general contractors and project owners.

Surety bonding is essential to ensuring the continued growth of your construction business. Learn how your account is underwritten, the underwriter hot buttons and what you can do to increase your chances of obtaining first-time bonding or expand your bonding capacity. Additionally, learn what types of insurance policies exist that may benefit your company.

The key to ensuring success lies within your company’s ability to proactively promote itself. This module will detail the important marketing documents you should have in your arsenal – from brochures to a statement of qualifications. Class will cover the importance of marketing, market research, and strategic market planning to the success of your business.

How to divide and conquer a set of plans and specifications on a job successfully.  This module will assist you when reviewing a set of plans and specifications for a potential project.  Learn some techniques that will provide clues on where you may find items that may impact your proposal.  

Learn the steps how to prepare a complete and thorough job cost proposal for your owner or general contractors.  This module will help you identify what are some of the do’s and don’ts for the construction industry when submitting a proposal for work your looking to win. 

Help identify the steps needed to begin to develop your job cost.  This module will assist you in building the framework in and around your job activities, tracking your cost on a weekly or monthly basis and software that can better help you know your cost.

Understand your rights and responsibilities as a contractor in the construction industry.  This module will discuss some of the highlights regarding OSHA safety, best management practices in the field and both resources and tool to use.  Get the big picture and plan for a safe project from start to finish.