LEVEL UP: WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION (WIC) WEEK BRUNCH Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 10:30AM - 1:00PM | CENTRAL VA REGION WIC Week® is More than a Moment. WIC Week® is Recognition for Accomplishments. ABC-VA and NAWIC Chapter 141 present a "toast" celebrating women by women. As the construction industry comes together for WIC Week (March 1 - 7), ABC-VA and NAWIC Chapter 141 hope you will join us as we share success stories of leveling up, building strong, and celebrating women in the industry. Included in this celebration, we would like to feature our WIC Workforce. When you register, please check the box to let us know that you would like to be included in our PowerPoint. We will highlight you with your photo, job title, and number of years in the industry! We are expecting this event to sell out - register early! Registration closes at noon on Wednesday, February 25. OUR FEARLESS PANEL Heather Harmon, Marketing and Client Development, Henderson, Inc. Mia Hennig, Masonry Forewoman, James River Exteriors Ke'Aja Arango, Project Manager - Mission Critical, ColonialWebb Sonya Terry, Construction Project Administrator, ColonialWebb Please note: ALL members are encouraged to attend! IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Event $250 – […]
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UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS — BLUEPRINT BOOTCAMP FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS Begins Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 10:00AM - 2:30PM | Lunch provided This interactive and hands-on course breaks down construction drawings and specifications so they actually make sense—no fluff, just practical skills you can use immediately. Structured for a beginner, we'll cover all phases of a construction project, including site, landscape, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical. All employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. Enhance your personal and professional value - knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Superintendents, PMs, field personnel, estimators, new hires, apprentices, students, anyone in construction that uses construction drawings in their day-to-day tasks INSTRUCTOR Thomas Hern, DAVIS Construction (retired) and ABC-VA Instructor LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 SCHEDULE Please note: this is a four-day course March 5, 6, 18 & 19, 2026 10:00AM - 2:30PM Lunch provided daily COST Members — $435 Non-members — $595 Lunch, textbook, and construction drawings used in class CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless […]
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CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Monday, March 9, 2026 | 7:15AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. COST Member - $295 Non-Member - $395 Includes breakfast, lunch and course materials LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be […]
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OSHA 3115 - FALL PROTECTION REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization March 9 - 11, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers the OSHA Fall Protection Standard for construction and an overview of fall protection methods. Course topics include principles of fall protection, components and limitations of fall arrest systems, and OSHA Standards and policies regarding fall protection. Students will participate in workshops demonstrating the inspection and use of fall protection equipment, residential construction fall protection, training requirements, and developing a fall protection program. Upon course completion students will have the ability to assess compliance with the OSHA Fall Protection Standard, evaluate installed passive systems and fall arrest systems, and develop and implement fall protection plans. OSHA 3115 and the FALL PROTECTION TRAIN-THE-TRAINER Courses Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 hour training requirement in Section 21.C.04 of the new EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The OSHA 3115 (3 day course) and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately. Please note, you must pass […] |
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PREVAILING WAGE COMPLIANCE: NAVIGATING THE DAVIS-BACON ACT Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 11:30AM - 1:30PM | VIRTUAL Join us for an in-depth presentation on navigating the complexities of the Davis-Bacon Act and Virginia's specific regulations. You'll gain essential knowledge to ensure compliance, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize your competitiveness in prevailing wage jobs. Key Takeaways: • Ensure Accuracy: Learn how to identify the correct wage determination and avoid errors that can lead to costly fines and penalties. • Streamline Compliance: Understand Certified Payroll Report (CPR) mandates and best practices to simplify your reporting process and reduce the risk of non-compliance. • Optimize Fringe Benefits: Discover how to calculate and maximize fringe benefit obligations, potentially saving you thousands of dollars on labor costs. Additional topics covered will include: • Overtime calculations and compliance • Managing holidays, paid time, sick leave, and weekend work • Navigating wage increases over the project's lifespan Exclusive Bonus: Each attendee will receive a signed copy of "The Contractor's Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act: Essential Knowledge for Bidding and Compliance on Prevailing Wage Jobs" by Nat Peniston – a valuable resource to help you stay ahead of the curve. INSTRUCTOR - Nat Peniston, Vice President, Fringe Benefit […]
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THE LUCKY DRAW SOCIAL MIXER Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 5:00PM - 7:00PM Let's Get Lucky! 🍀 Step into an in evening inspired by chance, opportunity, and a touch of Irish luck. Enjoy a curated Irish whiskey tasting, cigars on the patio and meaningful conversations that might turn into your next work win! Some call it getting lucky, we call it networking. Try your luck - what's included: - Guided tasting of select Irish whiskeys - 2 drink tickets for the bar (non-whiskey and non-alcoholic options available) - Appetizers - Prize drawing and the potential for some work wins! SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by March 9 Event Sponsor $950 - includes two (2) comped registrations, prominent signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials Bar Sponsor $650 - includes two (2) comped registrations, signage at the bar(s), logo/name on marketing materials Cigar Sponsor $400 - includes one (1) comped registration, signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials Prize Sponsor $300 - includes one (1) comped registration, signage, logo/name on marketing materials Select during online registration or email Kristen Altermatt to sponsor! SPONSORS - THANK YOU! LOCATION McCormack's Big Whisky Grill 1420 N Parham Road, Suite K210, Richmond, VA 23229 COST Members […]
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FALL PROTECTION TRAINER Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM REGISTER HERE Falls are the Leading Cause of Death in Construction. In 2021, there were 390 fatal falls out of the 951 construction fatalities (BLS data). These deaths are preventable. This course will help you plan, prepare and deliver fall protection training to your workers to prevent injuries and fatalities from falls. Objective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Fall Protection Training Program to include: Determine fall protection training needs Identify goals and objectives Identify materials and information necessary to train employees Develop learning activities (i.e., lecture, on-the-job, hands-on, discussion, or a combination of all of these) Conduct the training each student will be responsible to develop and present an assigned topic on fall protection to the class and be evaluated on that presentation. Evaluate the Program Prerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. Upon completion of both the OSHA 3115 and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer Course, as presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 […] |
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OSHA 500 TRAINER COURSE IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization March 23 - 26, 2026 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. Topics include: Safety […] |
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PRECONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE SUBCONTRACTOR Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 8:30AM - 1:00PM | Lunch & Learn Join us for an interactive discussion on factors to consider before bidding projects to your customers. This course is designed for new sales, business development personnel, and estimators in the subcontractor industry. Topics of discussion: 1. The role of preconstruction in the overall construction project life cycle 2. The "Go/No-Go" decision process for potential opportunities 3. Identifying key milestones and deliverables 4. Analyzing the RFP bid specifications, drawings, and addenda 5. The importance of early involvement and collaboration 6. Preconstruction planning and estimating 7. Creating a risk management plan 8. Gathering accurate cost data and pricing information 9. Defining general requirements, general conditions, indirects, and overhead 10. Contingency planning Who should attend: Subcontractor sales teams, business developers, and estimators, or anyone looking to master the preconstruction process. Lunch provided. INSTRUCTORS Monty Lay, Director of Preconstruction, ColonialWebb Contractors Justin Toney, Estimating Executive, Old Dominion Group LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Members – $85 Non-Members – $125 Lunch provided SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice […]
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