COURSES

Certifications and Courses

Founded in 1996, MMCD is a leading authority and standard-setting body for municipal infrastructure construction, with an exceptionally strong foundation in industry best practices and an extensive network of municipal, contracting and consulting partners across British Columbia

Upcoming courses

In-Person Contract Administration Course

Two (2) day 8-hour sessions

From $943.00

This course prepares professionals to administer MMCD contracts effectively, providing the technical knowledge, legal framework, and ethical guidance required for success in the field.

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Contract Administration Course

2-day course 8:30-16:30

From $943.00

This course prepares professionals to administer MMCD contracts effectively, providing the technical knowledge, legal framework, and ethical guidance required for success in the field.

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Contractor Course

1 full day 8:30-16:30

From $684.00

This course is designed for contractor staff involved in estimating, project management, claims, or dispute resolution. It offers a high-level overview of MMCD contract roles and responsibilities, helping senior personnel better understand what superintendents should watch for—such as allowable overheads on Force Account work.

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In-Person Contractor Course

8 hours

From $684.00

This is an essential course to clarify contractual roles, risks, and best practices for contractors who want to ensure smooth project delivery and minimize disputes.

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In-Person Inspector Course

8 hours

From $648.00

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how authority is delegated, what responsibilities inspectors are legally bound to fulfil, and how to avoid common mistakes—such as acting beyond their role or missing key deadlines—that can create risk for themselves and their organization.

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Kelowna Foreman Course

Half a day 8:30-12:30

From $395.00

The MMCD Foremen Course is tailored for field-level construction leaders—Foremen, Lead Hands, and those managing crews on municipal infrastructure projects delivered under MMCD contracts.

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Kelowna Inspector Course

One full day 8:30-16:30

From $684.00

The MMCD Inspector Course is designed for experienced inspectors involved in infrastructure projects governed by the Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD). This course focuses on the administrative and contractual responsibilities of inspectors, especially in their interactions with contractors and Contract Administrators. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how authority is delegated

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MMCD Inspector Course

8 hours

From $648.00

The MMCD Inspector Course is designed for experienced inspectors involved in infrastructure projects governed by the Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD).

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Online Contract Administration Course

Four days 3-hour sessions

From $945.00

This course prepares professionals to administer MMCD contracts effectively, providing the technical knowledge, legal framework, and ethical guidance required for success in the field.

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Courses

  • Introduction to MMCD

    This free video course introduces the structure, purpose, and philosophy behind the Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD). Designed for those with general construction knowledge—but new to the MMCD system—this self-paced course highlights the unique approaches MMCD brings to fairness, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution.

  • MMCD Contract Administration Course

    Certified Contract Administrators play a central role in MMCD-based infrastructure projects, ensuring fairness, transparency, and contractual compliance. This course prepares professionals to administer MMCD contracts effectively, providing the technical knowledge, legal framework, and ethical guidance required for success in the field.

  • MMCD Contractor Course

    This course is designed for contractor staff involved in estimating, project management, claims, or dispute resolution. It offers a high-level overview of MMCD contract roles and responsibilities, helping senior personnel better understand what superintendents should watch for—such as allowable overheads on Force Account work.

  • MMCD Foremen Course

    The MMCD Foremen Course is tailored for field-level construction leaders—Foremen, Lead Hands, and those managing crews on municipal infrastructure projects delivered under MMCD contracts.

  • MMCD Superintendent Course

    This focused training is designed for field-level construction professionals working under MMCD contracts, including superintendents, field clerks, and supporting roles such as estimators and project managers.

  • MMCD Inspector Course

    The MMCD Inspector Course is designed for experienced inspectors involved in infrastructure projects governed by the Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD). This course does not cover technical inspection tasks like reading drawings or conducting field tests. Instead, it focuses on the administrative and contractual responsibilities of inspectors, especially in their interactions with contractors and Contract Administrators.

  • MMCD Referee Course

    The MMCD Referee Course prepares senior industry professionals to serve as impartial third-party decision-makers in MMCD contract disputes. Referees are called upon when a resolution between the Owner and the Contractor cannot be reached through standard contract processes.

Course authors

  • Img John Sturdy

    John Sturdy

  • Img Brian Weeks

    Brian Weeks

  • Img Dieter Diedericks

    Dieter Diedericks