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Prince Albert

70 - 17 St W
Prince Albert, SK S6V 3X3

Education Saskatoon

Building Success Together: Navigating City Processes for Contractors

November 06, 2024

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Event Details

Event Details

  • Date: November 6, 2024
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Lunch and Q&A to follow)
  • Location: Saskatoon Construction Association – 532 2nd Ave N. Saskatoon
  • Member Price: $50 (Includes lunch)
  • Non-Member Price: $75 (Includes lunch)

Join us for an exclusive education session designed to streamline your business with the City of Saskatoon. In partnership with the City of Saskatoon, this education event offers contractors a unique opportunity to learn directly from key city departments about how to efficiently bid, work, and navigate city processes, ensuring smoother project progression and successful partnerships.

Agenda Highlights

  1. Supply Chain & Procurement
    Presented by Scott Eaton, Director of Supply Chain Management
    Learn the ins and outs of bidding and working with the city, and how to navigate city procurement effectively.
  2. Building Standards
    Presented by Kara Fagnou, Director of Building Standards
    Gain insights into the city’s permitting and inspections process to ensure compliance and avoid project delays. This presentation will help you understand the permitting process, including when permits can be issued conditionally and tips for using the ePermitting system.
  3. Construction & Design
    Presented by Matt Jurkewicz, Director of Construction and Design
    Understand project progression, how to work through the city’s construction processes, and escalate issues when necessary.

Key Benefits

  • Direct Access to City Decision-Makers: Hear directly from Saskatoon’s top city officials about how to work with the city efficiently.
  • Problem-Solving & Feedback: Ask questions, share feedback, and discuss challenges you’ve faced when working with the city.
  • Interactive Q&A and Networking Lunch: After the presentations, enjoy lunch with the city officials and the Saskatoon Construction Association team. It’s a great chance to network and receive personalized advice.

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for contractors, project managers, estimators, and anyone involved in bidding, contracting, or working on projects with the City of Saskatoon.

Register Now

Limited spots available!

About the Presenters

Kara Fagnou

Kara Fagnou

Director of Building Standards

Kara has worked for the City of Saskatoon for over 20 years. She began her career as a Building Code Engineer and now leads the Building Standards team. Kara is a people leader who enjoys building relationships with industry and encourages her team to find new solutions to deliver effective and efficient permitting programs.

Matt Jurkiewicz

Matt Jurkiewicz

Director of Construction and Design

Matt has 17 years of experience in construction, including residential buildings, roadways, and major infrastructure projects. He is passionate about leadership and collaboration. Some of his many strengths include accountability, integrity, effective communication, team building, and a commitment to employee safety, health, and well-being.