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SUMMARY:Central VA/Hampton Roads 2026 Leadership Institute Kickoff 10/7
DESCRIPTION:LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PROGRAM KICKOFF • CENTRAL VA & HAMPTON ROADS\nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026  |  2:00PM – 4:00PM  |  ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\nThe 2026 Leadership Institute kicks off on October 7 with a program overview and the ABCs of ABC. Applications for the Leadership Institute are due Monday\, September 21\, 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 October 7) \n\nProgram Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (October 7)\nThe Purpose Driven Life (November 18)\nEffective Communication (December 9)\nBehavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (January 20\, 2027)\nWhat Makes a Leader? (February 17)\nExtreme Ownership (March 10)\nCorporate Culture and Ethics (March 24)\nStephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (April 14)\nIdentifying Ideal Team Players (April 28)\nCareer Development & End of Year Celebration (May 12)\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOST\n$650 per Participant\nPlease note: registration is not available online. Please submit your application with all required documents to Meredith Strahan. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE CONTACT\nMeredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cv-hr-leadership-kickoff26/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:2026 Project Managers Academy 10/14 NV
DESCRIPTION:2026 PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY\nOctober 14 – 16\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 6:00PM  |  See detailed schedule below\nThis three-day intensive program is geared toward 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 some of the 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. \nThis program is limited to 25 participants. We sold out last year — register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday\, October 7. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThe academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. \nSPEAKERS\nPatrick Dean\, ABC Virginia\nKyle Clayton\, S-Works Construction Corp.\nNick Giambra\, Aegis Consultants\nShannon Kualii\, E.E. Reed East Coast\, L.P.\nRich Ruckman\, S-Works Construction Corp.\nMike Quadros\, E.E. Reed East Coast\, L.P. \nSCHEDULE\nOctober 14 8:00AM – 6:00PM Dinner and networking after class\nOctober 15 8:00AM- 6:00PM Dinner and networking after class\nOctober 16 8:00AM – 12:00PM Certificate Ceremony takes place on last day \nCOST\nMember – $825\nNon-Member – $1\,175\nIncludes all course materials\, lunch and dinner and drinks during networking portion \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \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 by Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026 by 5PM. \nQuestions?\nContact Ashley Richey
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pm2026/
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:20261014T113000
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SUMMARY:Submittal Management Seminar 10/14 CV
DESCRIPTION:SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR\nWednesday\, October 14\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nBuild Better Projects Through Better Submittals. Join us for an engaging lunch & learn seminar focused on one of the most critical components of successful construction projects: the submittal process. \nThis seminar is geared towards subcontracting firms and supplier companies who would like more insight into how the submittal process works and how they can achieve timeliness and success with their packages. Learn the role and importance submittal packages have in the construction process and practical strategies for how to achieve an approval the first time. \nKey Takeaways:\n• Best practices for preparing complete\, accurate submittals\n• Common mistakes that lead to delays and rejected submittals\n• Roles and responsibilities throughout the submittal review process\n• Strategies for improving communication between project stakeholders\n• Tips for streamlining workflows and maintaining project momentum \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nSubcontracting firms and supplier companies or anyone looking to enhance their knowledge about the submittal process \n**BUNDLE WITH PROJECT CLOSEOUT**\nReceive discounted rates by bundling with our Project Closeout Seminar on October 21\, 2026. \nINSTRUCTOR – Scott Brame\, Project Executive\, W.M. Jordan Company\nScott Brame is a Project Executive with W. M. Jordan Company and has more than 31 years of experience partnering with clients to deliver complex construction projects from preconstruction through occupancy. He leads teams with vision and purpose\, focused on building exceptional facilities while strengthening the communities they serve. Fostering lasting relationships built on trust and collaboration with clients\, design partners\, and trade partners is central to how Scott delivers value. His experience includes complex projects across the higher education\, healthcare\, airport\, laboratory\, and senior living sectors\, where he is known for guiding teams to strong project outcomes. \nScott is also dedicated to investing in the future of the construction industry. He serves on the board of the ACE Mentor Program of Richmond and has contributed more than seven years as a Lead Mentor and Board Member. He currently serves as Vice Chair. Scott has a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology\, is a registered EIT and when not working can often be found on the local pickleball courts! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $75\nOr bundle with Project Closeout on October 21 — $135\nNon-members — $125\nOr bundle with Project Closeout on October 21 — $235 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/submittal-management-seminar-oct14/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Project Closeout Seminar 10/21 CV
DESCRIPTION:PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR\nWednesday\, October 21\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nMaster the Art of Closing Out Projects Successfully. A well-executed project closeout is the key to maximizing profitability\, strengthening client relationships\, and delivering lasting project success. This seminar equips construction professionals with the knowledge\, tools\, and proven processes needed to confidently manage every phase of project closeout. \nParticipants will learn a practical\, step-by-step approach that streamlines documentation\, improves coordination\, reduces delays\, and ensures projects are completed efficiently and professionally. Designed for administrative professionals\, superintendents\, project managers\, and construction leaders working for general contractors and specialty contractors\, this course provides immediately applicable strategies that can be implemented on your very next project. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n• The 10 Commandments of Project Closeout\n• Developing comprehensive closeout documentation packages\n• Managing punch lists effectively and minimizing repeat work\n• Coordinating operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals\, warranties\, and as-built documentation\n• Best practices for owner training and project turnover\n• Navigating final inspections\, testing\, and commissioning requirements\n• Reducing closeout delays through proactive planning and communication\n• Meeting contractual and specification requirements for successful project completion\n• Lessons learned and strategies for improving future project delivery \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAdministrative professionals\, superintendents\, project managers\, and construction leaders working for general contractors and specialty contractors \n**BUNDLE WITH SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT**\nReceive discounted rates by bundling with our Submittal Management Seminar on October 14\, 2026. \nINSTRUCTOR – Scott Brame\, Project Executive\, W.M. Jordan Company\nScott Brame is a Project Executive with W. M. Jordan Company and has more than 31 years of experience partnering with clients to deliver complex construction projects from preconstruction through occupancy. He leads teams with vision and purpose\, focused on building exceptional facilities while strengthening the communities they serve. Fostering lasting relationships built on trust and collaboration with clients\, design partners\, and trade partners is central to how Scott delivers value. His experience includes complex projects across the higher education\, healthcare\, airport\, laboratory\, and senior living sectors\, where he is known for guiding teams to strong project outcomes. \nScott is also dedicated to investing in the future of the construction industry. He serves on the board of the ACE Mentor Program of Richmond and has contributed more than seven years as a Lead Mentor and Board Member. He currently serves as Vice Chair. Scott has a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology\, is a registered EIT and when not working can often be found on the local pickleball courts! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $75\nOr bundle with Submittal Management on October 14 — $135\nNon-members — $125\nOr bundle with Submittal Management on October 14 — $235 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/project-closeout-seminar-10-21-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T160000
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 10/27 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026  |  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:\nOct 27\nNov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\nDec 1\, 8\, 15\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-101-10-27-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:20261029T080000
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SUMMARY:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nBuild Better Schedules. Deliver More Reliable Projects. \nLearn the Collaborative Pull Planning Process — a proven\, hands-on scheduling method used on projects around the world to improve coordination\, accountability\, and project performance. This interactive workshop is designed for project teams who want schedules that are actually used in the field — not just posted on the wall. \nWHAT MAKES THIS WORKSHOP DIFFERENT?\n✅ Hands-On Learning\nNo computers. No complicated software. Participants learn by actively building schedules together using sticky notes and visual planning techniques.\n✅ Real-World Application\nUsed successfully on projects of every size — from major construction programs to small-scale projects.\n✅ Built for the Entire Team\nFrom executive leadership and master planners to superintendents and field foremen\, everyone plays a role in creating and following the plan.\n✅ Better Team Alignment\nForemen and field teams actively participate in developing the schedule\, increasing commitment\, communication\, and reliability. \nWHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN\nParticipants will learn how to integrate:\n• Master Scheduling\n• Phase Pull Planning\n• Look-Ahead Planning\n• Constraint Management\n• Weekly Work Planning\n• PPC (Percent Plan Complete) Tracking\nAll using a highly visual\, collaborative system built on the wall with sticky notes — no computer required. \nBENEFITS OF COLLABORATIVE PULL PLANNING\n✔ More reliable schedules\n✔ Improved team communication\n✔ Better workflow coordination\n✔ Increased accountability\n✔ Reduced delays and rework\n✔ Stronger field engagement\n✔ Greater schedule predictability \nThis workshop is perfect for executives\, project managers\, superintendents and foremen. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers: $295\nNon-Member: $395\nBreakfast and lunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. A reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5PM on Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQUESTIONS?\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pullplan-oct29/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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