BLUEPRINT READING 102 Begins Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 4:00PM - 7:00PM This 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. The topics to be covered in these sessions include, but are not limited to, the following: • Working Drawings and Drawing Concepts • Types of Construction • Specifications • Sitework • Structural Steel Construction • Reinforced Concrete Construction • Mechanical and Electrical Systems • Finish Construction • Trade Competency Tests and Review Questions SCHEDULE Eight-Day Program: Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20 4:00PM - 7:00PM COST Member - $370 Non-Member - $540 Includes textbooks and blueprints SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions 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. Questions? Contact Shaye Currie
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From Bid to Buyout: Negotiating Smarter Subcontracts with Industry-Leading General Contractors on Large-Scale Construction Projects Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 8:00AM - 10:00AM In this session, the presenters offer practical, real-world strategies for negotiating subcontracts on large-scale construction projects, drawing on both legal and purchasing perspectives and industry experience working with leading general contractors and subcontractors. The program focuses on negotiating subcontracts to manage risk, align expectations, collaborate with stakeholders, preserve working relationships, and avoid disputes in the field. Attendees will gain practical guidance on key issues from the bid phase through contract execution, including bid-phase strategy, post-award contract review, high-risk contract clauses, contract modification approaches, and efficient negotiation techniques. Attendees will leave with actionable takeaways they can immediately apply in real-world subcontract negotiations. SPEAKERS – Jimmy Jones, MBA, DSL, Director of Purchasing, Allan Myers — Jimmy is a procurement and supply-chain leader with extensive experience in construction purchasing, strategic sourcing, and subcontract negotiation. Jimmy leads the company’s Purchasing Department, overseeing large-scale supplier, subcontractor, and professional services procurements for public, private, and design-build projects. His responsibilities include bid package management, vendor selection, subcontract and purchase order negotiations, and inclusion planning for DBE/SWaM and small business participation. In addition to his construction […]
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BEGINNER EXCEL FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 1:30PM - 3:30PM Maximize the power of an Excel spreadsheet to assist you with every day construction tasks like workforce scheduling, estimating, and data analysis. We’ll be demonstrating: – Basic functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) – Conditional functions (IF, AND, OR, NOT) – Lookup and calculate functions using tables of data – Spreadsheet collaboration – sharing files with multiple users – Protecting formulas from inadvertent changes or edits – defining, locking, and unlocking cells – Linking spreadsheets together to combine data from multiple sources – How to create basic charts and graphs This is a hands-on learning class – bring your laptop (with a copy of Excel pre-loaded), a mouse, and a power cord to class. INSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash, Submittal Manager, Heartland Construction, Inc. As Submittal Manager, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents, including shop drawings, product data, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. LOCATION ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, […]
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BUILDING EFFICIENCY: HOW MICROSOFT COPILOT STREAMLINES CONSTRUCTION WORKFLOWS Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 3:30PM – 4:30PM Microsoft 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. What You'll Learn: 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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 […]
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How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 8:00AM – 3:00PM “Awesome class, outstanding all around. Best I’ve been to at ABC-VA to date!” -Colin Miller, General Superintendent, TEEL Construction Learn how to use the Collaborative Pull Planning Process that has proven to yield better and more reliable schedules. No computers are used in this very “hands-on” workshop. Participants learning it by doing it. This valuable planning and managing technique is used around the world, and it is rapidly being adopted in all types of projects from very large to very small. From the overall master planner, to the foreman in the field – these schedules are more than just wallpaper. The foremen actually help create and follow the plan. Participants will learn how to the integrate the Master Schedule, the Phase Pull, the Look Ahead, Constraints, and the Weekly work plan. Additionally, participants will learn to monitor and measure how well the teams follow the plan through PPC tracking – altogether on the wall with sticky notes – no computer required! This workshop is perfect for executives, project managers, superintendents and foremen. INSTRUCTOR Tom Patton, Project Management Services Bureau LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade […]
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2026 RICHMOND & HAMPTON ROADS PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY September 30 - October 2, 2026 | 8:00AM – 6:30PM | See detailed schedule below This three-day intensive program is geared toward Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers who are looking to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of successful construction projects and the leadership of today’s construction team. Students will sharpen their estimating, resource control, contract administration, scheduling and management skills through case studies and group exercises facilitated by six of our industry’s most talented instructors and construction leaders. Participants of this program will dramatically accelerate their growth and overall performance, thus increasing their value to their company and clients. This program is limited to 24 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday, September 23. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Project managers and assistant PMs of all experience levels SPEAKERS Nicole Anderson, Clancy & Theys Jeremy Crumley, Balfour Beatty Scott Brame, W.M. Jordan Company Jamie Vanek, Etolin Strait Development Group Scott Kowalski, PLDR Law Firm Patrick Dean, ABC Virginia SCHEDULE September 30 — 8:00AM - 6:30PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 1 — 8:00AM - 6:15PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 2 — 8:00AM - 12:00PM Breakfast, Certificate […]
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THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP Wednesday, September 30 - Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Habits 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. Benefits of Attending: Dr. 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. This two-day, intensive course will help you: • Execute critical priorities with focus and planning • End self-defeating behavior • Develop strong relationships based on mutual trust • Be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen • Increase team engagement, morale and collaboration • Create a highly effective culture based on core values • […]
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