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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 5/6 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nEnhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Blueprint Reading 101 for the Construction Industry. This comprehensive course is structured for the beginner and covers all phases of a construction project. Participants will discuss the phases of construction including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course.  Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nMay 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nJune 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\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-101-5-6-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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop 5/7 HR
DESCRIPTION:THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP\nMay 7 & 8\, 2025  |  8:30 AM – 4:00 PM\nHabits are powerful forces in our lives that determine our level of effectiveness or ineffectiveness. The purpose of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People\, based on principles detailed in Stephen Covey’s popular self-help book\, is to help you lead your life in a truly effective way. They represent a proven process of personal and interpersonal growth that can have an immediate and lasting impact. Gain a personal plan of action to enhance your productivity and leadership skills. \nBenefits of Attending:\nDr. Stephen R. Covey was a global leadership authority. His international bestseller\, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®”\, was named one of the 10 most influential management books ever by Forbes magazine and is the bestselling audio book in history. \nThis two-day\, intensive course will help you to:\n• Execute critical priorities with focus and planning\n• End self-defeating behavior\n• Develop strong relationships based on mutual trust\n• Be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen\n• Increase team engagement\, morale and collaboration\n•Create a highly effective culture based on core values\n•Raise up the next leaders who model competence and character \nJoin ABC-VA for two days of interactive discussion on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learn how to use the seven habits to strengthen both professional and personal development. This renowned class will leave you feeling energized\, refreshed and ready to take on the world with a new perspective. \nPRE-WORK REQUIRED: Attendees will be sent a 360-degree survey to send to supervisors\, colleagues\, industry peers\, friends and the like. Register early to make sure you have plenty of time for your surveys to be completed! \n“A class everyone (at every level) should complete. I took so much from this and work to apply it to my life every day!” -Juliane Faller\, Senior Business Development Manager\, Balfour Beatty US \n• Recommended but not required reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey\n• Information on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/\n• Information on Dr. Stephen R. Covey and The 7 Habits: https://www.stephencovey.com/ \nINSTRUCTOR\nPatrick Dean\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers: $575\nNon-Members: $795\nIncludes pre-assessment\, course materials and lunch\n\nREGISTRATION / CANCELLATION DEADLINE\nApril 23\, 2025\nPlease note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made one (1) week in advance. Substitutions are always welcome if the originally registered attendee(s) can no longer attend. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nJamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/7habits-may7-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: One Hour Before Bid Knowledge & Networking Mixer 5/21 CV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: ONE HOUR BEFORE BID KNOWLEDGE & NETWORKING MIXER\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025  |  3:00PM – 6:00PM\nOne Hour Before Bid emphasizes the most important part of the hard bid process – the last hour! Invite a co-worker or two and join us @ Great American Ranch – Midlothian for a very interactive\, hands-on and engaging workshop that is complemented with a discussion of relevant problems during this hour. The workshop will end with attendees forming teams and preparing an actual bid. \nNetworking will follow the end of the workshop with light apps and drinks. The workshop begins promptly at 3:00PM and will end at approximately 5:00PM\, followed by networking until the end of event. \nNon-members welcome! Please note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nEvent Sponsor $500 – includes two (2) registrations\, large signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nDinner Sponsor $300– includes one (1) registration\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nBar Sponsor $300 – includes one (1) registration\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nLOCATION\nGreat American Ranch\n13995 Raised Antler Circle\, Midlothian\, VA 23112 \nCOST \nMember – $70\nNon-Member – $120\nIncludes light apps and drinks \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours of event. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ypbid/
LOCATION:Great American Ranch\, 13995 Raised Antler Circle\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000
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SUMMARY:Best Practices: Start-Up & Close-Out 5/22 NV
DESCRIPTION:BEST PRACTICES: START-UP & CLOSE-OUT\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nAre you a project manager or assistant PM looking to enhance your skills in commercial construction? Join us for an engaging and interactive class where we dive into the essential steps for successfully starting up and closing out projects. \nLearn from industry experts as they share valuable tips and practices for the critical phases of project management—from the moment a project is awarded to the final turnover. Discover what has worked well in our experiences\, and be aware of common pitfalls to avoid. \nThis class is designed to be highly interactive\, encouraging questions and discussions to ensure you gain practical insights and knowledge. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your project management expertise and connect with fellow professionals! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST \nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $75 \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 Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/best-practices-start-up-close-out-may22/
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="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T113000
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SUMMARY:Frame It Right: Understanding Cold-Formed Steel for GCs\, Contractors & Framers 5/29 NV
DESCRIPTION:FRAME IT RIGHT: UNDERSTANDING COLD-FORMED STEEL FOR GCs\, CONTRACTORS & FRAMERS\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM\nUnlock the secrets of cold-formed steel framing! This program equips contractors\, subcontractors\, and estimators with the knowledge to design\, build\, and bid projects with confidence. Get the inside track on engineering essentials\, framing details\, and best practices to ensure successful projects every time. Lunch provided. \nUnderstanding cold-formed steel is important in construction because it helps ensure:\nStructural integrity: Proper design and construction prevent collapses and safety issues.\nProject success: Accurate planning and execution reduce errors\, delays\, and cost overruns.\nCompliance: Knowledge of cold-formed steel framing ensures adherence to building codes and regulations. \nKey Takeaways\n• Understanding design and constructability: Learn how to ensure successful projects by understanding cold-formed steel framing design and construction aspects.\n• Importance of engineering: Recognize the need for engineering expertise in cold-formed steel framing projects.\n• Practical knowledge for estimators: Gain insights on what estimators need to be aware of when working with cold-formed steel framing\, enabling more accurate bids and project planning. \nSPEAKER\nJeff Klaiman\, PE\, Principal\, ADTEK Engineering and representing MASFA (Mid-Atlantic Steel Framing Alliance)\nMr. Klaiman leads ADTEK’s structural engineering and specialty engineering practices. With over 30 years of experience and national recognition as an expert in the design and construction of cold-formed steel framing\, he conducts seminars to educate and promote the design\, inspection\, development\, and most efficient use of cold-formed steel framing. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember & Non-Members – $25 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/frameit25/
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:20250529T153000
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of A.I. in Design + Construction 5/29 HR
DESCRIPTION:HARNESSING THE POWER OF A.I. IN DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025  |  3:30PM – 5:30PM\nJoin us for an exciting workshop where we’ll explore the game-changing potential of Generative AI in the design and construction industry. \nDiscover how this cutting-edge technology can:\n• Rapidly generate multiple design scenarios and realistic renderings in minutes\n• Streamline collaboration between architects\, engineers\, planners\, and clients\n• Unlock new levels of efficiency and creativity in the planning and design process \nOur expert team at Woolpert will share real-world applications\, case studies and insights on how AI is transforming the industry. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the tools\, capabilities\, and future trends that will take your projects to the next level. \nKey Takeaways:\n• Practical applications of Generative AI in design and construction\n• Strategies for effective collaboration and communication with clients and stakeholders\n• Insights into the future of AI in the industry and how to stay ahead of the curve \nWho should attend: Anyone in the development and construction industry looking to stay ahead of the curve and unlock new possibilities in design and construction. \nSPEAKERS\nLuis Ajamil\, Principal\, Woolpert – Mr. Ajamil is a Principal at Bermello Ajamil\, a Woolpert Company\, where he leads multidisciplinary design projects globally. With expertise in planning and engineering\, he has developed innovative solutions for maritime\, municipal\, and transportation clients. As a recognized expert in the maritime field\, Mr. Ajamil shares his insights as a keynote speaker and panelist at conferences worldwide. \nIvan Perez\, Full-Stack Developer\, Woolpert – Ivan Perez has over six years of experience in software engineering with a specialization in AI research and development. His expertise encompasses developing and maintaining AI-driven software systems that enhance project delivery capabilities. Responsibilities have included designing\, developing and implementing AI solutions that streamline design workflows. He excels in integrating AI technologies into project management frameworks to enhance data-driven decision-making. He collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to develop robust AI software\, ensuring its scalability\, performance and security. \nLOCATION\nHourigan\n4429 Bonney Road\, Suite 200\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462 \nCOST \nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97 \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/power-of-ai/
LOCATION:Hourigan\, VA Beach\, 4429 Bonney Road\, Suite 200\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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