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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 7/15 NV **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT\n**FULL. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist.**\nWednesday\, July 15\, 2026  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM  |  ABC-VA Dulles\nThe Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Training materials provided. \nA course certificate\, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class\, will be awarded to those who satisfactory complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time\, any person that needs to recertify must attend a class. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $305\nNon-Member – $405\nContinental breakfast\, lunch & refreshments provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 6/19/2026 EOD. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-jul15/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T150000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Smarter Construction With Drone-Powered Precision 7/15 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:UNLOCKING SMARTER CONSTRUCTION WITH DRONE-POWERED PRECISION\nWednesday\, July 15\, 2026  |  2:00PM – 3:00PM  |  Virtual\nThis session\, led by Sky-Hound\, examines how drone technology is driving measurable improvements across construction projects in Northern Virginia\, a region defined by rapid growth in infrastructure and data center development. It highlights how leading firms are leveraging drones for high-precision data capture\, real-time project visibility\, and enhanced site safety. \nThe session also covers the complex\, highly regulated airspace in Northern Virginia —near Washington\, D.C.\, with restricted zones and FAA compliance requirements—and outlines key considerations construction teams must navigate to operate safely and legally. \nAttendees will gain a strategic perspective on how drone-enabled insights are reducing risk\, accelerating timelines\, and supporting smarter decision-making in one of the nation’s most active construction markets. \nPRESENTERS\nTyler Richards\, Sky-Hound\nMark Vakarchuk\, Databird Solutions \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — $20\nNon-Members — $30 \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/precision/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T165428Z
CREATED:20260527T164020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T165428Z
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SUMMARY:Changes Made and Changes Looming for Small Business Contractors 7/21 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:CHANGES MADE AND CHANGES LOOMING FOR SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTORS\nTuesday\, July 21\, 2026  |  10:00AM – 11:00AM  |  Virtual\nThe Federal Small Business Administration and now also the Federal Department of Transportation have already made and are further considering additional changes affecting program eligibility. This program will discuss those changes and their current and expected impacts on small businesses and others working with them. \nSPEAKERS\nNeil Lowenstein and Tom Barrow\, members of the Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black Construction and Government Contract Practice Group. Both Neil and Tom regularly assist clients balance the competing demands of project stakeholders\, regulatory officials\, and community interests as they relate to federal projects\, including the various federal small business programs. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nContractors looking to learn about or better understand these small and disadvantaged business programs and how they are reshaping those programs’ missions \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — $30\nNon-Members — $60 \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/smallbizchanges/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T200000
DTSTAMP:20251215T174913Z
CREATED:20251212T224347Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 7/22 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, July 22\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 8:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-7-22-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T123000
DTSTAMP:20260707T201446Z
CREATED:20260616T201850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T201446Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nBegins Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual  |  Detailed schedule below\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nOur 5-session virtual series begins 7/28 and will cover the topics below. Bundle pricing is available\, as well as individual pricing per session. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session 2 only \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session 3 only \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session 4 only \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session 5 only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Bundle (all five sessions) — $425\nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Bundle (all five sessions) — $675\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20251215T174952Z
CREATED:20251212T215422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T174952Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 8/1 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nSaturday\, August 1\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-8-1-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T150000
DTSTAMP:20251222T212843Z
CREATED:20251222T212843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T212843Z
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SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour 8/4 NV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nSafety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 10-Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 10-Hour completion card. Training materials provided. \nSCHEDULE\n2-Session Course:\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026\, 7:00AM – 3:00PM (Breakfast\, pre-packaged snacks\, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided)\nTuesday\, August 11\, 2026\, 7:00AM – 9:30AM (Pre-packaged snacks and coffee/water provided) \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $210\nNon-Member – $315 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-10-hour-8-4-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T150000
DTSTAMP:20251223T164319Z
CREATED:20251223T164319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T164319Z
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SUMMARY:OSHA 30 Hour Course 8/4 NV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nWould you like to learn how OSHA regulations affect your jobsite? Enroll in our OSHA 30-Hour course and prepare yourself for the OSHA inspection you are not expecting. Safety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 30 Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 30-Hour completion card. Training materials provided. \nSCHEDULE\n4-Session Course: August 4\, 11\, 18 & 25\, 2026 (Tuesdays)\n7:00AM – 3:00PM (Pre-packaged snacks\, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided) \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $495\nNon-Member – $695 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-30-hour-course-8-4-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133046Z
CREATED:20260325T133046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133046Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application 8/4 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual)\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM\nGreat Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market\, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” \nTrack 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid:\nThis open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nCost/Price analysis\nPricing project constraints\nHow to build flexibility into your system\nOptimum time to complete\nEscalation\nManaging risk within the estimate\nDanger zones to avoid\n\nTrack 2 – How Technology Can Produce Faster\, More Accurate Estimates:\nOftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters\, scales\, and calculator\, but fluid company standards for you and your team. With an emphasis on Bluebeam Revu\, these digital tools and workflows will produce clear\, visual markups that are accurate\, predictable\, and consistent no matter who on the team uses them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nWorking with PDF drawings\nCalibrating drawings\nMeasurement tools\nCustom measurement tools\nDisplaying and exporting data\n\nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nAs a Bluebeam Certified Consultant\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, and Implementation Specialist\, Troy travels the country training over 2\,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings\, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). \nWith over 20 years in the industry\, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers\, the needs of end users\, common goals of management\, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large multi-discipline engineering firm\, he provides a broad understanding of the industry and the evolution of technology. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026\n1:00PM – 5:00PM \nPRICING\n$385 ABC Member\n$539 Non-Member \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-construction-estimating-principles-and-application-8-4-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151835Z
CREATED:20260325T134208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T151835Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents 8/5 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual)\nPart 1\, August 5\, 2PM – 5PM EST & Part 2\, August 6\, 2PM – 5PM EST\n \nThis two-part online program is for entry-level architectural or engineering designers\, apprentices\, entry-level tradespersons\, project coordinators\, assistant project managers\, new project managers\, estimators\, specialty sales representatives\, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher. \nDesigned to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents. From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents\, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements. \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nAs a Bluebeam Certified Consultant\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, and Implementation Specialist\, Troy travels the country training over 2\,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings\, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). \nWith over 20 years in the industry\, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers\, the needs of end users\, common goals of management\, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large multi-discipline engineering firm\, he provides a broad understanding of the industry and the evolution of technology. \n**This is a two-day course**\nSCHEDULE\nWednesday\, August 5\, 2026\nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\n2:00PM – 5:00PM \nCOST\n$362 ABC Member\n$506 Non-Member \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-reading-construction-documents-8-5-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T171826Z
CREATED:20260624T185108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171826Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Constructing the Future — AI's Next Chapter [Panel & Networking] 8/6 NV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: Constructing the Future — AI’s Next Chapter [PANEL & NETWORKING]\nTuesday\, August 6\, 2026  |  5:00PM – 7:30PM\nOne year ago\, AI was a curiosity. Today\, it’s becoming a competitive advantage. \nJoin ABC-VA’s Young Professionals for an engaging discussion with industry leaders\, technology innovators\, and construction professionals as we explore what’s changed since last year’s AI conversation\, what’s working in the field today\, and what’s on the horizon for contractors\, designers\, and project teams. From project management and estimating to workforce development\, safety\, scheduling\, and business operations\, AI is transforming how we build and do business. Recent advances in generative AI and automation are creating new opportunities for construction professionals to improve productivity\, decision-making\, and efficiency across every phase of a project. \nThis panel will move beyond the hype and focus on real-world applications\, lessons learned from early adopters\, emerging trends\, and the practical challenges companies face as they integrate AI into their workflows. \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore AI or already implementing these tools within your organization\, you’ll leave with valuable insights\, actionable takeaways\, and a clearer understanding of where AI is headed—and what it means for the future of construction. Come ready to learn\, ask questions\, and discover how AI is helping construct the future! \nPlease note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nKey Takeaways\n• How AI adoption in construction has evolved over the past year\n• Real-world applications being used by contractors today\n• AI for estimating\, project management\, scheduling\, and operations\n• Workforce impacts and productivity gains\n• Risks\, limitations\, and implementation challenges\n• Emerging technologies and what’s next for the industry \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nContractors\, project managers\, estimators\, business development professionals\, executives\, operations leaders\, technology enthusiasts\, and anyone interested in understanding how AI is reshaping the construction industry \nPANELISTS\nKylie Brewis\, Construction Trade Account Manager\, Aerotek | Moderator\nAbby Harrington\, Sales Operations Manager\, Gilbane Building Company | Panelist\nAndrew Gregg\, Esq.\, Land Use and Real Estate Attorney\, Bean\, Kinney & Korman\, P.C. | Panelist\nMore speakers TBA! \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by August 3 COB\nEvent $150 – includes one (1) comped registration\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!       \n     \nLOCATION\nPanel Event: ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166\nPost-Event Networking: Honor Brewing\, 42604 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMembers – $50\nNon-Members – $75\nIncludes panel discussion\, heavy apps and two (2) drink tickets \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Katie Gregg
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/nextchapter/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Gregg":MAILTO:katieg@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260402T183603Z
CREATED:20260402T183602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T183603Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Option 1) 8/11 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 1\nTuesday\, August 11\, 2026  |  12:00PM – 2:00PM\n**This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** \nWhether you’re opening Bluebeam Revu software for the first time or you’ve been using it for years\, this essential **Bluebeam Revu class** ensures everyone is starting from the same strong foundation. Developed by the certified instructors at UChapter2\, this session teaches you how to navigate menus\, toolbars\, panels\, shortcuts\, and key settings. \nYou’ll also get hands-on with markup and measurement tools\, plus insider tips that boost speed\, accuracy\, and proficiency. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Interface Navigation\n• Calibration & Measurements\n• Introduction to the Markups List \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nTroy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, Consultant\, and Implementation Specialist\, known for delivering practical\, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com\, Troy trains over 4\,000 professionals each year\, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs. \nWith 30+ years in the design and construction industry\, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology\, team goals\, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large\, multi-discipline engineering firm\, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software\, project teams\, and the strategic priorities of leadership. \nTroy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem\, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand\, and training that sticks. \nABC Members can bundle the following classes for $303 (non-members can bundle for $468); or $121 per class for Members / $182 per class for non-members: \n\nBaseline Basics (Option 1)\, August 11\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nBaseline Basics (Option 2)\, August 12\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nMaterials Takeoffs & Estimates\, Basics\, Thursday\, August 13\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nMaterials Takeoffs & Estimates\, Advanced\, Friday\, August 14\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\n\nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-baseline-basics-option-1-8-11-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260402T184255Z
CREATED:20260402T184254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T184255Z
UID:10002431-1786536000-1786543200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Option 2) 8/12 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 1\nWednesday\, August 12\, 2026  |  12:00PM – 2:00PM\n**This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** \nWhether you’re opening Bluebeam Revu software for the first time or you’ve been using it for years\, this essential **Bluebeam Revu class** ensures everyone is starting from the same strong foundation. Developed by the certified instructors at UChapter2\, this session teaches you how to navigate menus\, toolbars\, panels\, shortcuts\, and key settings. \nYou’ll also get hands-on with markup and measurement tools\, plus insider tips that boost speed\, accuracy\, and proficiency. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Interface Navigation\n• Calibration & Measurements\n• Introduction to the Markups List \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nTroy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, Consultant\, and Implementation Specialist\, known for delivering practical\, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com\, Troy trains over 4\,000 professionals each year\, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs. \nWith 30+ years in the design and construction industry\, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology\, team goals\, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large\, multi-discipline engineering firm\, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software\, project teams\, and the strategic priorities of leadership. \nTroy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem\, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand\, and training that sticks. \nABC Members can bundle the following classes for $303 (non-members can bundle for $468); or $121 per class for Members / $182 per class for non-members: \n\nBaseline Basics (Option 1)\, August 11\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nBaseline Basics (Option 2)\, August 12\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nMaterials Takeoffs & Estimates\, Basics\, Thursday\, August 13\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\nMaterials Takeoffs & Estimates\, Advanced\, Friday\, August 14\, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST\n\nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-baseline-basics-option-2-8-12-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T201904Z
CREATED:20260618T195835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T201904Z
UID:10002475-1786618800-1786624200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 2]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION TWO — ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\nThursday\, August 18\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session One only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\n \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session Three only \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session Four only \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session Five only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abcva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Employment-Law-Series-Aug13-Session2-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260402T184852Z
CREATED:20260402T184852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T184852Z
UID:10002432-1786622400-1786629600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam Materials Takeoffs & Estimates • Basics 8/13 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Materials Takeoffs & Estimates • Basics (Virtual)\nThursday\, August 13\, 2026  |  12:00PM – 2:00PM \n*Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12). Please use one of the preceding links if you would like to purchase the 3-class bundle. \nOffered by the certified instructors at UChapter2\, this course introduces standard measurement tools and markup customization options to help convert your highlighters into powerful takeoff tools. With emphasis on the Markups List and workflow tips\, this **Bluebeam software course** helps estimators improve speed and accuracy from day one. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Introduction to Viewports\n• Measurement Tips & Tricks\n• Custom Estimating Tools \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nTroy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, Consultant\, and Implementation Specialist\, known for delivering practical\, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com\, Troy trains over 4\,000 professionals each year\, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs. \nWith 30+ years in the design and construction industry\, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology\, team goals\, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large\, multi-discipline engineering firm\, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software\, project teams\, and the strategic priorities of leadership. \nTroy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem\, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand\, and training that sticks. \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-materials-takeoffs-estimates-basics-8-13-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260402T185842Z
CREATED:20260402T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T185842Z
UID:10002434-1786708800-1786716000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam Materials Takeoffs & Estimates • Advanced 8/14 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Materials Takeoffs & Estimates • Advanced (Virtual)\nFriday\, August 14\, 2026  |  12:00PM – 2:00PM \n*Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12). Please use one of the preceding links if you would like to purchase the 3-class bundle. \nThis advanced class from UChapter2 takes your estimating to the next level. Learn to create custom columns\, embed formulas\, organize information\, and export or live-link to Excel templates. Estimators gain immediate\, real-world skills they can put to work on the very next bid. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”)\n• Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns\n• Reports and Exporting Data \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nTroy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, Consultant\, and Implementation Specialist\, known for delivering practical\, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com\, Troy trains over 4\,000 professionals each year\, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs. \nWith 30+ years in the design and construction industry\, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology\, team goals\, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large\, multi-discipline engineering firm\, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software\, project teams\, and the strategic priorities of leadership. \nTroy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem\, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand\, and training that sticks. \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-materials-takeoffs-estimates-advanced-8-14-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260325T145706Z
CREATED:20260325T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T145706Z
UID:10002420-1787054400-1787061600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals 8/18 [VIRTUAL]
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual)\nTuesday\, August 18\, 2026  |  12:00PM – 2:00PM \nThis course—tailored by UChapter2 specifically for administrative professionals—focuses on document prep and control tasks often overlooked in traditional Bluebeam software training. Learn to combine PDFs\, apply redactions\, use digital signatures\, and manage key admin workflows with confidence. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Extracting pages from existing documents\n• Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents\n• Creating and applying digital signatures\n• Updating Page Labels\n• Applying headers and footers\n• Search document text and visual symbols\n• Apply stamps\n• Flag important content in documents \nInstructor: Troy DeGroot\, Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, UChapter2 | Owner\nTroy DeGroot is a globally recognized Bluebeam Certified Instructor\, Consultant\, and Implementation Specialist\, known for delivering practical\, workflow-based training courses that empower construction professionals to get results. As the founder of uchapter2.com\, Troy trains over 4\,000 professionals each year\, helping teams streamline processes with custom tools and implementation strategies built around their real-world needs. \nWith 30+ years in the design and construction industry\, Troy brings a unique ability to align technology\, team goals\, and field workflows. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large\, multi-discipline engineering firm\, he understands both the day-to-day challenges of software\, project teams\, and the strategic priorities of leadership. \nTroy is a featured speaker at national and international events—including AIA chapters and major industry conferences like Bluebeam’s Unbound Conference (formerly XCON). Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities in the Bluebeam ecosystem\, he’s known for making complex tools easy to understand\, and training that sticks. \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nCOST\nABC-VA Members — $121\nNon-Members — $182 \nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-for-administrative-professionals-8-18-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T200000
DTSTAMP:20251215T175058Z
CREATED:20251212T224710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T175058Z
UID:10002272-1787155200-1787169600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 8/19 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, August 19\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 8:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-8-19-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T202017Z
CREATED:20260618T200258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T202017Z
UID:10002476-1787742000-1787747400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 3]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION THREE — DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\nWednesday\, August 26\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session Only only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session Two only (if date has not passed) \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session Four only \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session Five only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abcva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Employment-Law-Series-Aug13-Session3-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260219T163944Z
CREATED:20260219T163944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T163944Z
UID:10002381-1788163200-1788192000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 3115 - Fall Protection 8/31 NV
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 3115 – FALL PROTECTION\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nAugust 31 – September 2\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis 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. \nOSHA 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. \nPlease note\, you must pass the exam with an 80% or higher to attend the following Trainer Course \nStudent Contact Hours:  18\nPrerequisites:  None\nCourse Includes: Student materials\, lunch and refreshments \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\n$795 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-3115-fall-protection-8-31-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260709T142839Z
CREATED:20260626T153440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T142839Z
UID:10002484-1788192000-1788204600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Annual 9-Hole Golf Classic 8/31 NV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: ANNUAL 9-HOLE GOLF CLASSIC\nMonday\, August 31\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:30PM\n**Registration will close Wednesday\, August 26\, at 1:00PM. Please contact Katie Gregg for availability after this time.**\nYoung Professionals (40 & under) are invited to play in our third annual Northern Virginia YP 9-hole Golf Classic at Dominion Valley Country Club on August 31st! Enjoy a quick round of golf followed by networking over dinner and drinks. 4PM shotgun start. \nPlease note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by Aug 24 COB\n🍔 Dinner Sponsor: $450 – includes two (2) complimentary tickets\, logo on golf carts\, signage at reception\, logo/name on marketing materials\n🥤 Beverage Cart Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, logo on beverage and golf carts\, logo/name on marketing materials\n🍹 Bar Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, logo on beverage and golf carts\, logo/name on marketing materials\n⛳ Hole Sponsor: $250 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, tee signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!\n \nLOCATION\nDominion Valley Country Club\n15200 Arnold Palmer Drive\, Haymarket\, VA 20169 \nCOST\nABC-VA Members — $199 per player / $796 per Foursome\nNon-Members — $249 per player / $996 per Foursome\nIncludes golf\, beverage cart items during round\, dinner + two (2) drink tickets with dinner \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on August 26\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Katie Gregg
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ypclassic26/
LOCATION:Dominion Valley Country Club\, 15200 Arnold Palmer Dr\, Haymarket\, 20169\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Gregg":MAILTO:katieg@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
DTSTAMP:20260107T232634Z
CREATED:20260107T232633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T232634Z
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 102 9/1 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 102\nBegins Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nThis course is designed to advance those with the fundamental skills and theories from the basic blueprint reading class (Blueprint 101) that is essential for print reading experience in heavy commercial construction. The textbook and actual project drawings used for this course present and reinforce the concepts of elements commonly found on prints of large structures. \nThe topics to be covered in these sessions include\, but are not limited to\, the following:\n• Working Drawings and Drawing Concepts\n• Types of Construction\n• Specifications\n• Sitework\n• Structural Steel Construction\n• Reinforced Concrete Construction\n• Mechanical and Electrical Systems\n• Finish Construction\n• Trade Competency Tests and Review Questions \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nSept 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\nOct 6\, 13\, 20\n4:00PM – 7:00PM \nCOST\nMember – $370\nNon-Member – $540\nIncludes textbooks and blueprints \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-reading-102-9-1-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260219T164141Z
CREATED:20260219T164141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T164141Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Protection Trainer 9/3 NV
DESCRIPTION:FALL PROTECTION TRAINER\nThursday\, September 3\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nREGISTER HERE\n\nFalls 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. \n\nObjective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Fall Protection Training Program to include: \n\nDetermine fall protection training needs\nIdentify goals and objectives\nIdentify materials and information necessary to train employees\nDevelop learning activities (i.e.\, lecture\, on-the-job\, hands-on\, discussion\, or a combination of all of these)\nConduct 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.\nEvaluate the Program\n\nPrerequisite: 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. \nUpon 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 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. \nCourse Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentations\nVideo clips\nTest questions\nAdditional resource information for fall protection\n\n\nPlease note\, to register for this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION and pass the course exam with an 80% or higher. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $275\nNon-Member – $375 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 72 hours in advance. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/fall-protection-trainer-9-3-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20251215T175145Z
CREATED:20251212T220141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T175145Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/12 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-12-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T170000
DTSTAMP:20251209T185746Z
CREATED:20251209T185746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T185746Z
UID:10002249-1789543800-1789578000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 9/16 NV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM  |  ABC-VA Dulles\nThe Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Training materials provided. \nA course certificate\, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class\, will be awarded to those who satisfactory complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time\, any person that needs to recertify must attend a class. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $305\nNon-Member – $405\nContinental breakfast\, lunch & refreshments provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 9/12/2026 EOD. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-9-16-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20251215T175211Z
CREATED:20251212T225017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T175211Z
UID:10002273-1789574400-1789588800@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/16 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 8:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-16-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T202130Z
CREATED:20260618T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T202130Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 4]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION FOUR — WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session One only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session Two only (if date has not passed) \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session Three only (if date has not passed) \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session Five only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260707T200443Z
CREATED:20260707T195001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T200443Z
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SUMMARY:Northern VA 2026 Leadership Institute Kickoff 9/17
DESCRIPTION:LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PROGRAM KICKOFF\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026  |  3:30PM – 5:30PM  |  Northern VA Training Facility\nThe 2026 Leadership Institute kicks off on September 17 with a program overview and the ABCs of ABC. Applications for the Leadership Institute are due Friday\, September 4\, 2026. \nDownload application\n\n\n\nThe Leadership Institute brings together aspiring leaders that have three or more years in the AEC industry. Our program is designed to enhance the potential of our industry’s rising leaders by helping them to develop a greater self-awareness of their unique leadership style. Current industry leaders will facilitate discussions that encourage active participation. \nThe curriculum requires reading assignments\, an emotional intelligence/personality assessment with a professionally facilitated workshop\, social outings and a community service project. \nEligibility \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNominee must have worked in the Architecture\, Engineering & Construction (AEC) industry for a minimum of three (3) years\nNominee must be employed by a member in good standing of the ABC Virginia Chapter\nNominee must be able and willing to attend at least nine out of ten sessions to graduate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSessions (beginning September 17) \n\nProgram Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean\, ABC-VA  |  September 17)\nBehavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Karen Cotton\, CPSM\, Timmons Group  |  October 8)\nThe Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel\, TEEL Construction  | October 22)\nSituational Leadership (Instructor: Andrew George & Brian Fish\, Hensel Phelps  | November 12)\nWhat Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean\, ABC-VA  |  December 3)\nIdentifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner\, WCS Construction  |  December 17)\nStephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman\, ABC National  |  January 14)\nEffective Communication (Instructor: Zeena Fangman\, HITT Contracting  |  February 18)\nCorporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves\, Dimensional Consulting Co.  |  March 18)\nCareer Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey\, TMG Construction  |  April 15)\nEnd of Year Celebration (April 29)\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOST\n$625 per Participant\nPlease note: registration is not available online. Please submit your application with all required documents to Shaye Currie. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/li-kickoff-sep17/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T202239Z
CREATED:20260618T201527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T202239Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 5]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION FIVE — WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session One only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session Two only (if date has not passed) \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session Three only (if date has not passed) \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session Four only (if date has not passed) \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20260701T155619Z
CREATED:20260701T152832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T155619Z
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SUMMARY:Building Efficiency: How Microsoft Copilot Streamlines Construction Workflows 9/23 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING EFFICIENCY: HOW MICROSOFT COPILOT STREAMLINES CONSTRUCTION WORKFLOWS\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026  |  3:30PM – 4:30PM\nMicrosoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool integrated into Microsoft 365 applications like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, and more. It uses advanced language models to assist users with tasks such as drafting text\, creating presentations\, analyzing data\, and managing workflows. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n1. Integration Across Microsoft 365: Copilot is embedded within popular Microsoft applications\, allowing users to leverage AI without leaving their familiar environments. This includes apps like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Outlook\, Teams\, and others.\n2. Productivity Enhancement: In Word\, Copilot can help draft documents\, generate summaries\, and suggest edits. In Excel\, it assists with data analysis\, generating insights\, and automating repetitive tasks. In PowerPoint\, it aids in creating presentations by generating slides\, formatting content\, and suggesting design improvements.\n3. Natural Language Processing: Copilot allows users to interact with Microsoft applications using natural language. Users can type or speak commands\, and Copilot will execute them\, such as generating a chart in Excel or summarizing an email thread in Outlook.\n4. Customization and Learning: Copilot learns from user interactions\, becoming more tailored to individual preferences over time. It can adapt to specific tasks and provide personalized suggestions based on user behavior and the content of documents or emails.\n5. Collaboration Features: In Teams\, Copilot can help manage meetings\, generate meeting summaries\, and suggest follow-up actions\, making collaboration more efficient.\n6. Security and Compliance: Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot adheres to the same security\, compliance\, and privacy commitments as the rest of Microsoft 365\, ensuring that data is handled securely.\n7. Business Applications: Copilot is also integrated into Microsoft’s business applications like Dynamics 365\, where it can assist with customer relationship management (CRM)\, enterprise resource planning (ERP)\, and other business processes. \nOverall\, Microsoft Copilot is designed to enhance productivity by automating tasks\, providing intelligent insights\, and enabling more natural interactions with Microsoft’s suite of tools. \nSPEAKERS\nElliott Eliason\, Principal Microsoft Solutions Consultant\, Pax8\nBenny Sayasithsena\, Vice President of Sales and Marketing\, M3 Technology Consultants\, Inc.\n \nCOST\nMembers/Non-Members – $35 \nVIRTUAL PROGRAM\nAttendees will receive a meeting link within 12 hours of program start. Online registration closes 5PM on September 22\, 2026. \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/copilot-for-construction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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