Are you a Contractor?
At WORC², we understand that no two contractors are the same. That’s why we don’t take a “one size fits all” approach. Instead, our programming is developed based on feedback and input from contractors like you. Designed to address the real-world challenges and growth opportunities facing today’s construction businesses.
Our model centers on capacity-building workshops and informational sessions that help expand your company’s reach and improve exposure to contracting opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry. These workshops are a key resource for gaining insight into emerging clean energy standards, improving business operations, and staying informed on current industry trends and requirements.
We know that the long-term success of any contractor depends on more than just the quality of their work it depends on strategic planning, team development, and access to capital. WORC² is here to help you develop and implement a tailored growth strategy that strengthens your company’s foundation and prepares you for new opportunities.
Our scheduled workshops and trainings cover essential business areas, including:
• Bidding & Estimating
• Risk Management & Insurance
• Access to Capital
• Foreman and Project Management Training
• Introduction to Clean Energy Standards and Compliance
These sessions are designed for both business owners and their teams, helping to build internal capacity and prepare your workforce for the future of construction.
At WORC², expect:
Individualized business counseling, including one-on-one sessions with seasoned industry professionals
Support with bid proposals and navigating procurement processes
Identification of contracting opportunities
Tailored training events for you and your team
Networking and matchmaking events that connect you with project owners, primes, and key stakeholders
Schedule a one-on-one appointment today to start developing a roadmap for your company’s growth and sustainability. Let WORC² be your partner in building a stronger, more resilient business ready to compete and succeed in today’s construction market.
Access to Capital
This workshop will educate small business owners/entrepreneurs on how to build a business credit profile and alternative ways to gain capital. Attendees will also learn about the types of lending possibilities with banking institutions private lenders and community development financial institutions (CDFI) along with the various reasons why business owners may need to borrow capital.
Construction Bonding
A workshop that will highlight the various types of surety bonds, how to begin the process of obtaining a bond, the role of the agent/producer and underwriter, the pre qualification process, the 3 C’s – capital, capacity and character, the costs of bonding, and how to develop a surety bond relationship.
Risk Management & Insurance
This workshop covers the basics of insurance, from insurance terms and concepts to what’s included in a policy and which types are available. The course will detail the different exposures corporations face, including those covered by property, casualty and marine insurances, as well as a brief section on government.
Dinner with an Estimator
Introductory non-traditional workshop to estimating and bidding that will help to understand the fundamentals and processes of estimating construction jobs.
Social Media Marketing
This workshop introduces businesses to engagement with current & future clients to promote their products and services via social media.
Business Law Basics
At this workshop, you will learn the basic information all small business owners should consider and the many steps required to launch and maintain a business.
Plan Reading I
Construction Plan Reading Course is the first step in developing an essential skill for any construction professional.
Plan Reading II
Intermediate course which participants practice reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
Plan Reading III
Advanced course which participants enhance reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications including identifying and categorizing the scope of work for construction projects by trade.
Intro to Project Management I
In this workshop, we will introduce you to the vital concepts and principles around construction project management.
Intro to Back Office Support I
The back office is the portion of a company made up of administration and support personnel, who are not client-facing. This workshop, It covers the various functions and tasks performed by the back office in the day to day of a company and what are their functions in Marketing, Corporate Communication, Personnel Department, Human Resources, Finance And much more.
Upcoming Classes
& Events
Please check our upcoming events and clases. For more information or contact Katrina Conrad at (617) 238-7081.