Member Profile - DIALOG

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

About DIALOG

We are a fully integrated multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, interior designers, urban designers and planners with a special culture and spirit. This spirit springs from our longstanding commitment to a collaborative approach to design and community building that permeates every aspect of our work.

CCW 2012 AGM - The perfect time for YOU to get invovled!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If you are interested in getting involved with your industry and working with a supportive group of like-minded women, then a committee position with CCW is right for you! CCW is an open, collaborative and fun-loving group whose goal is to enhance the careers of women in construction.

Our AGM is the perfect time to learn about how you can get involved with events, trades programs, membership, sponsorship, communications and more!

Registration for CCW AGM on Feb 21 is now open:

https://www.constructionwomen.org/page/events/ezlist_event_1a3f5844-7dbb-4160-822f-64d55e9bbb89.aspx

Upcoming Events - AGM & Site Tour

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

February 21^st 2012 – AGM @ Water Street Café

Registration NOW OPEN.

Come for a behind the scenes look at the workings of CCW. Come learn about the roles of each of the board members, what your membership & event fees are used for and a sneak peak of the event topics for 2012. This is a great opportunity to share your input! What do you want to see CCW do in 2012? What events would you be interested in seeing more of? We will review of the last years events, financials & memberships and finally our goals for 2012.

During dinner we will have a fun game with great prizes!

- First place = $250 gift certificate to Golf BC from MCMP Architects

- Second place = $50 gift certificate to Brentwood Town Centre from Brentwood Town Centre

- Third place = Women’s golf shirt from Ledcor

The board members all work towards the common goal of supporting women who are in, or who want to get into, the construction industry and encourage feedback to ensure we are doing the best we can for all these women.

March 20^th 2012 – Site tour – UBC Pharmacy Building (tour lead by Ledcor)

Registration opens on February 28^th 2012

Women in Trades Panel Event Builds Bonds Among Attendees

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CCW hosted a panel and networking event for 60 female trades students and industry on January 24, 2012 at BCIT and sponsored by the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA).

We partnered with BCIT Trades Discovery, BCIT School of Construction and the Environment. Inspiring stories from four women who have a combined experience of over 30 years, Tamara Pongracz (Plumber), Kathleen Scott (Electrician), Kate Stewart (Carpenter) and Kelly Kienleitner (Electrician) provided the attendees with their inspiring stories. They were very open and honest providing insight about their experiences and, despite all their challenges, reaffirmed their love for their fields! Not only were our panellists superb but our audience was amazing, after 20 minutes the entire room was exchanging stories, advice, recommendations, encouragement & support.

Furthermore, all four panellists and the attendees that are currently working in the field, invited all the students at the event to contact them at any time in the future for further mentoring. This event was inspiring for anyone at the event. It reaffirmed that although a minority in the industry, women are present, they love their jobs and will always support each other.

CCW thanks VRCA for their sponsorship!

Men and Women Learn from CCW Event - Gender Differences in Communication

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CCW's latest event - Gender Differences in Communication - brought Venus and Mars a little closer together, as men and women were given some insight into the communication styles of the opposite sex. Attendees left inspired to create a more harmonious work environment - and with loads of raffle prizes! Thanks to everyone who came out!

Planning Planet to launch Guild of Planners

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On November 11, 2011, Planning Planet will launch the Guild of Planners who are busy setting up a universally acceptable accreditation for Planners & Schedulers .

To learn more click on this link.

The Vancouver Guild of Planners have their first meeting at 6pm on November 24th At PCL’s office (13911 Wireless Way, Richmond). If you are interested in attending please contact Alison Hathaway at PCL (ahathaway@pcl.com)

CCW 2011 Renovation

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CCW is currently undergoing a major renovation - of our brand! You may have already noticed our new logo! We are also making improvements to our website, releasing a new brochure, and have new hard hat stickers fresh off the press! There is more to come throughout 2011, so check back often!

CCW Summer Social - A Swinging Success!

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CCW recently hosted its annual golf event at the UBC Golf Club. The UBC golf pro’s put a great clinic together for golfers of all levels. We were separated into three groups and worked on our putting, pitching and driving. Lessons were learned and errors corrected (hopefully) for good!

The night ended with a delicious feast at the clubhouse that included passed hors d’oeuvres, a gourment buffet and a chef serving shrimp & scallop pesto orzo straight from the wok. Susan Hayes from Dialog was our door prize winner, taking home a beautiful Yellow Tail red wine gift box.

We trust that all the women who joined us for this exciting event will be at the next company or industry golf tournament showing the men that the women can also be great contenders!

Too see photo from the event click here.

Calling Participants for Women in Construction - Survey

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Help support Patricia Alderson, a student studying Construction Science and Management at George Brown College in Toronto, Ontario.

Take this survey!

Walsh Restorations

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Walsh Restorations offers services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Emergency calls are answered by a 24-hour call centre. At any time, a client can call our toll free line and they will reach a live operator who will then connect them directly to a Project Manager.

Walsh Restorations understands the needs of the clients we service. We work, live & play where you do. All our flood technicians, project managers, administrative staff & the management team have personal ties to the communities in which they work.

Walsh Restorations offers the best. We ensure that every job is complete to the client's satisfaction. We offer a 2 year warranty on workmanship and materials. Everyone will experience a loss at some point in their lives. Walsh Restorations is fully equipped to deal with all losses, big and small.

Your 24 hr Emergency Response Team.

CCW Hosts Roundtable Event

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CCW's May event, Being Part of a Successful Construction Project, was a roundtable discussion featuring:

Architect (Molly Chan, NSDA)
Mechanical Engineer (Susan Hayes, Dialog)
General Contractor (Shelley Neil, PCL)
Sustainable Consultant (Jennifer Sanguinetti, B.C. Housing)
Owner’s Representative (Rafii Houtan, Beedie Group)

The discussion was centered around a 'mock' project for a multi-use facility in a remote B.C. community. The intent was to highlight the common issues & frustrations that we all face when we are involved in a construction project. It is all too common to get wrapped up in our own goals and we often forget about the reasoning for the decisions made by our counterparts. The conversations generated from this scenario were very interesting and everyone brought great insights from their disciplines. The audience had asked thought-provoking questions and the discussions went on well into dinner!

This event type was a first for CCW and we thank everyone who attended. Photos from the event can be seen here.

Another first for CCW was a co-hosted event with ASHRAE BC. The May event was a presentation & workshop on BIM-Revit. Thank you to ASHRAE BC Chapter for their support!

CCW Dragon Boat Team Now Known as “Raise A Little Swell”

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

At the year-end wind up last Fall, a decision was made to rename and introduce a new identity for the Dragon Boat Team formerly known as the CCW. Now named Raise a Little Swell, this year’s team will be comprised of 24 Lower Mainland women, from all walks of life ranging from bankers, teachers, nurses, lawyers and business people, who are well poised to bring home some shiny new medals as they commence their training season and prepare for upcoming Regattas.

Anyone wishing to connect with past team members or those having further questions concerning this change in direction are encouraged to call the team’s Co-Manager, Diane McConnell at 604.942.6521.

We like to wish Raise a Little Swell all the best as they embark on a successful new season and we look forward to cheering them on from the sidelines!

CCW Partners with ASHRAE BC to Host BIM Workshops

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is emerging as an important design process that enhances productivity, helps control costs, and supports the sustainability objectives of building projects.

CCW & ASHRAE BC will be hosting two events on May 11th. A workshop with tips for advanced BIM users, and a general presentation on BIM for team leaders, managers, and also for those who are new to BIM.

It’s Student's Night, so come meet the future of our industry!

Click here to learn more.

CCW Visits VanDusen Botanical Gardens Visitors Centre

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Designed to resemble an orchid, the VanDusen Visitor Centre will become one of Vancouver’s signature green facilities, targeting LEED® Platinum certification and LivingBuilding status. A certified LivingBuilding must be net-zero energy, net-zero water, non-toxic, reduce its embodied carbon footprint with carbon offsets, and recycle 80% - 100% of construction waste generated.

CCW members toured the facility and gathered at Shaughnessy Restaurant to network with their peers.

Click here to view photos from the event.

PCL Construction Leaders

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The PCL family of companies is a group of independent construction companies which carry out diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets. Together, these companies have an annual construction volume of more than $6 billion, making them the largest contracting organization in Canada and one of the largest in the United States. Offices are strategically located in 25 major North American centers to support work across Canada, the continental United States, Alaska, the Hawaiian Islands, and the Caribbean. Visit our Newsroom for the latest news on the PCL family of companies.

We build in three main sectors: buildings, civil infrastructure and heavy industrial.

Visit www.pcl.com to learn more.

CCW Tours the Iconic Hotel Georgia

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CCW members participated in one of the final tours of Hotel Georgia before it opens this summer. An icon of Vancouver's historic high-life, the hotel was originally constructed in 1927; visitors have included the Elvis Presley, The Beatles and Queen Elizabeth II. On the tour participants learned about the extensive restoration process and one of BC’s deepest excavations. This was the second opportunity for our members to exclusively tour the hotel project site.

After the tour, CCW members enjoyed the opportunity to network with their peers over dinner at the Metropolitan Hotel.

The sold out event received rave reviews! We look forward to seeing everyone at our next event.

Click here to view event photos

Get Involved

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Thanks to those that have stepped up to take on a more active role in our organization in 2011. We are always looking for new committee and board members. To find out more about getting involved contact Kristina Morse at president@constructionwomen.org