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SUMMARY:All Hands on Deck – Building a Culture That Navigates Conflict Together 5/13 HR
DESCRIPTION:ALL HANDS ON DECK — BUILDING A CULTURE THAT NAVIGATES CONFLICT TOGETHER\nWednesday\, May 13\, 2026 |  8:30AM – 10:30AM\nStrong teams don’t avoid conflict—they learn how to work through it. Using powerful nautical stories\, including the contrast between the ill-fated HMS Bounty and Shackleton’s legendary Endurance expedition\, this interactive session explores how teams succeed when communication\, trust\, and shared responsibility are in place. \nParticipants will be introduced to the Four Winds of a Unified Culture (Shared Purpose • Mutual Respect • Clear Expectations • Collective Accountability) and how these principles support healthier conversations and stronger teamwork. \nWhat you’ll gain:\n• Practical tools for handling workplace conflict with confidence\n• Strategies for improving communication and team alignment\n• A better understanding of your own team’s culture\n• Takeaways you can apply immediately on the job \nWho should attend:\nYoung professionals and team members looking to build stronger working relationships\, communicate more effectively\, and contribute to a positive\, collaborative workplace. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJim Davis\, Speaker\, Trainer\, Facilitator – For over 25 years\, Jim Davis has been developing leaders in the environments where America’s real work gets done – manufacturing plants\, shipyards\, construction sites\, and government facilities. His approach is different because his audience is different. No corporate buzzwords. No flavor-of-the-month theories. Just timeless leadership principles delivered in language that frontline supervisors and emerging leaders actually understand and can apply immediately.\n \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers — $95\nNon-members — $125\nBreakfast provided \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 Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/all-hands-2026/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
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SUMMARY:Building Leaders: Crew Management 5/19 CV
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING LEADERS: CREW MANAGEMENT\nBegins Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026  |  5:00PM – 8:30PM\nEmbark on a journey to redefine the landscape of construction leadership! Whether you refer to them as crew leaders\, foremen\, or field supervisors\, their role is the heartbeat of project success. Join us for an immersive experience that transcends traditional training\, shaping front-line supervisors into strategic project maestros. \nYou’ll Learn How To…\n• Refine leadership skills that go beyond the ordinary\n• Master the art of effective communication\, both within the team and with clients\n• Ignite motivation that fuels exceptional project outcomes\n• Immerse yourself in safety regulations and learn how crew leaders can champion safety on-site\n• Demystify cost estimating\, budgeting\, and resource control for optimized project success\n• Equip yourself with problem-solving prowess and decision-making finesse \nRecommended for Crew Leaders\, Foremen\, Field Supervisors\, Front Line Supervisors\, and the like.\nTopics Covered\n• Leadership Skills\n• Communications\n• Motivation\n• Team Building\n• Problem Solving and Decision Making\n• Safety Regulations\n• Crew Leader Involvement in Safety\n• Promoting Safety\n• Project Control and Delivery Systems\n• Cost Estimating and Budgeting\n• Planning Process and Resources\n• Scheduling\n• Cost Control\n• Resource Control\n• Production and Productivity\n \n Please register by Tuesday\, May 12.\nSCHEDULE\nFour-session Course (Tuesdays)\nMay 19\, 26\, June 2\, 9\n5:00PM – 8:30PM \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 East Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers: $350\nNon-Members: $450 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours before the training. \nQuestions?\nContact Sherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/building-leaders-crew-management-5-19-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
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
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SUMMARY:Managing Conflict in the Workplace • Lunch & Learn 5/20 CV
DESCRIPTION:MANAGING CONFLICT IN THE WORKPLACE • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, May 20\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 1:00PM\nTurn Workplace Conflict into Productivity: Master Communication That Works. Workplace conflict drains productivity\, morale\, and retention. Learn how to turn it into better communication\, stronger teams\, and real results. Expect a highly interactive workshop with real-world scenarios\, role play practice\, feedback and skill-building. \nKey Takeaways\n• Types and causes of conflict\n• Your conflict management style—and its impact\n• Communication skills that improve outcomes\n• Managing conflict across generations\n• Practical ways to prevent and resolve conflict \nBoost productivity\, retain employees\, and strengthen teams. Limited space – register now! \nINSTRUCTOR\nSusan Long-Molnar\, President\, Managing Communications – Susan Long-Molnar is a regional consultant specializing in communications\, marketing\, and leadership strategy. With 11 years in corporate communications management roles at Sentara\, Cox Communications\, and USAA\, she launched her firm in 2002. Utilizing her interactive and outcomes-oriented training approach\, Susan helps businesses\, non-profits\, and government organizations grow through talent development and effective communication practices. A former teacher\, she remains passionate about education and workforce development and serves on the Virginia Department of Education CTE Advisory Council. She also founded and hosts the Hampton Roads Regional Workforce CTE Forum and is the founder of the Southeast Virginia Women in Leadership Roundtable. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $95\nNon-members — $125\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing by 5PM on May 13\, 2026. 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/managing-conflict-5-20-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
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260331T131516Z
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SUMMARY:What Your Business is Worth and Why You Need to Know • Lunch & Learn 5/20 HR
DESCRIPTION:YOUR BUSINESS WORTH: UNDERSTANDING THE WHY • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, May 20\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM  |  Lunch provided\nAs business owners\, your business is most likely your largest asset. Closely held businesses do not have an easily determinable value and a range of values is the norm. The value of your business is influenced by many variables\, many of which you can control. Whether you keep or sell your business\, knowing and increasing your valuation is always beneficial. \nTopics include:\n• Five different valuation methods for your business/industry\n• How to “enhance” the value of your business\n• The consequences of an incorrect valuation\n• Why businesses with multiple shareholders should “fix” a value in writing\n• How valuation differs in a family transfer event versus a third party sale\n• What the IRS can do if you choose not to establish a value for tax purposes\n• Why reoccurring revenue\, long term employees\, “clean” books\, negotiated vs. bid work\, bonding capacity\, and supplier relationships are drivers of increased valuations \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBusiness owners (current or the next generation) who want to explore planned or emergency transitions as well as proactive tax strategies \nSPEAKERS\nDonald S. Hannahs\, CFP®\, Oceanside Financial Strategies\nParker Hannahs\, CFP®\, Oceanside Financial Strategies \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n**Attendee parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** \nCOST\nMembers — $30\nNon-members — $60\nLunch is provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/your-biz-worth-may20/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260504T170139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T170139Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Excel Training for Construction Professionals 6/4 CV
DESCRIPTION:BEGINNER EXCEL TRAINING FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS\nThursday\, June 4\, 2026  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nLay the foundation with this beginner Excel class to assist you with every day construction tasks like workforce scheduling\, estimating\, and data analysis. This program introduces basic formulas and functions using practical\, commonly used construction related examples. The instructor will also demonstrate how to use AI in Excel to streamline tasks and improve your work flow. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n1. Excel Basics (Workbooks\, worksheets\, rows\, and columns)\n2. Entering & Editing Data\n3. Simple Math Calculations\n4. Organizing and Sorting Data\n5. Cell References\n6. Copying & Pasting Calculations\n7. Formatting for Printing & Sharing \nThis is a hands-on learning class – bring your laptop (with a copy of Excel pre-loaded)\, a mouse\, and a power cord to class. \nINSTRUCTOR\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAdministrative professionals\, construction professionals looking to learn more about the basics of organizing\, analyzing\, and visualizing data \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 East Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $85 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be received by 5PM on June 1\, 2026\, for a refund. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/beginner-excel-construction-professionals-june4/
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
ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T133000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260504T172441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T172441Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging BIM for Better Project Delivery 6/10 CV
DESCRIPTION:LEVERAGING BIM FOR BETTER PROJECT DELIVERY\nWednesday\, June 10\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nBIM is transforming how construction teams design\, coordinate\, and deliver projects. Learn how to use it effectively—from preconstruction to the field. \nKey Topics\n– BIM process: workflow & resources\n– Software & information; BIM execution plans; pull planning for a coordination schedule; and the role of operations and field leadership in model coordination\n– Uses/benefits of BIM software integration\n– Prefabrication; material procurement; plan & spec contract benefits: flushing out design issues early; design build contract benefits: working with engineers & architects to make models constructible\n– Reality capture\n– Site capture software & model comparison; laser scanning: applications for accelerating Tenant Uplift & Retrofit projects\n– BIM models in the field – how to leverage the investment\n– Using the model on BIM projects to assure quality field installation; installation tracking tools \nINSTRUCTORS\nLee Bickley and Richard Whirley\, Jr.\, ColonialWebb Contractors \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nSubcontractor PMs & Assistant PMs\, Project Engineers\, Product/Equipment Vendors\, and anyone looking to learn more about the role of BIM in construction \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 East Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be received by 5PM on June 5\, 2026\, for a refund. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bim26/
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
ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260123T144112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T185840Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Microsoft Project (Virtual) 6/17
DESCRIPTION:INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT: GETTING STARTED\nWednesday\, June 17\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nManaging time\, tasks\, people and resources effectively can make the difference between success and failure when completing a complex project. In this Introduction to Microsoft Project 2016: Getting Started class\, students will spend time getting comfortable with the Project 2016 user interface\, including project views and the ribbon. They will also learn to enter\, organize\, and link tasks\, work with resources\, and create projects independently. The course allows time to practice fundamental basic skills essential for efficient use of this program. \nKEY TAKEAWAYS\nNot just an “introductory” course\, this virtual one-day training offers a deep dive into the essential features of Microsoft Project so that attendees can immediately put the software to use planning and managing their projects when they return to work.\n• Learn to create and manage simple projects.\n• Learn to enter and manage tasks.\n• Learn to work with a project calendar.\n• Learn to add and manage project resources and work with the resource sheet.\n• Learn to create basic reports for your project. \nEmbrace the opportunity to enhance your project management skills through this engaging\, virtual learning experience.\nThis event is held on Zoom and will require participants to have a reliable internet connection. We also ask that participants have Microsoft Project 2016 installed on their computer. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nVirtual – a Zoom link will be emailed to participants within 24 hours of training \nCOST\nMembers: $245\nNon-Member: $335\nDISCOUNT Additional Members from Same Company: $195 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nA 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) can no longer attend. \nQUESTIONS\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/intro-ms-project-june-17/
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:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260504T164106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T164645Z
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SUMMARY:Earning and Owning Your Seat at the Table 6/24
DESCRIPTION:EARNING AND OWNING YOUR SEAT AT THE TABLE WITH JAMIE VANEK\nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026  |  10:00AM – 11:00AM  |  Virtual\nPull up a chair and get ready to confidently claim your seat at the table! In this interactive session\, you’ll explore strategies to elevate your presence and advocate for your expertise. With relatable examples and simple strategies\, you’ll leave this session ready to build influence\, take on new opportunities\, and own your role. \nIn this session you will learn:\n• How to conquer limiting beliefs\n• Tips for advocating for yourself\n• How to increase value by aligning your role with the company’s vision \nThis session is for anyone ranging from entry-level positions to mid-level managers looking to have a greater impact within their organization\, both in the office and in the field. \nSPEAKER\nJamie Vanek\, President\, Etolin Strait Development Group – Jamie Vanek made the unexpected career leap from teaching to construction in 2007 and discovered a passion for project management and team leadership. After diving deep into the federal contracting industry through construction\, Jamie has led projects and teams across the country in support of many federal agencies including NAVFAC\, USACE\, FBI\, NIWC\, Coast Guard. Department of Veteran Affairs\, and Air Force. Jamie is currently President of Etolin Strait Development Group\, an Alaska Native 8(a) Company\, headquartered in Norfolk\, Virginia\, and executing contracts from Washington DC to Georgia. \nAs a female leader in the construction industry\, author\, TEDx speaker\, and facilitator\, Jamie has been featured in Construction Business Owner\, Construction Executive\, ThriveGlobal\, and other digital publications about leading in the construction industry. Visit Jamie’s website to learn more  |  Watch Jamie’s TEDx Talk! \nPlease note: online registration will close at 5PM on Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026.\nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers – $35\nNon-Members – $65 \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ownyourseat/
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:20260624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260506T132820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T134424Z
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Smarter Construction With Drone-Powered Precision 6/24 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:UNLOCKING SMARTER CONSTRUCTION WITH DRONE-POWERED PRECISION\nWednesday\, June 24\, 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\, FAA Representative \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:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260504T171231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T171231Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Excel Training for Construction Professionals 6/24 CV
DESCRIPTION:INTERMEDIATE EXCEL TRAINING FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS\nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nLevel up your Excel skill set – This intermediate Excel program builds on basic skills to help construction professionals analyze data\, control calculations\, combine information from multiple sources\, and create clear visual summaries for decision making. The instructor will also demonstrate how to use AI in Excel to streamline tasks and improve your work flow. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n1. Smarter Calculations: Making spreadsheet calculations respond automatically to different conditions and using logic to control results based on project data\n2. Working With Data Tables – Pulling information from reference tables and calculating values based on matching items such as labor classes\, material types\, or cost codes\n3. Spreadsheet Collaboration – Sharing Excel files with multiple users\, understanding how changes are tracked\, and best practices to avoid overwriting work\n4. Protecting Your Work – Locking important cells so calculations can’t be accidentally changed\, allowing users to edit only specific areas\, and protecting worksheets and files\n5. Linking Multiple Spreadsheets – connecting data between different Excel files\, using linked files for project roll-ups and reporting\n6. Visualizing Data – Creating basic charts and graphs \nThis is a hands-on learning class – bring your laptop (with a copy of Excel pre-loaded)\, a mouse\, and a power cord to class. \nINSTRUCTOR\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll administrative and construction professionals looking to level up their Excel skills \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 East Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $85 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be received by 5PM on June 22\, 2026\, for a refund. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/intermediate-excel-training-for-construction-professionals-6-24-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
ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
CREATED:20260107T232206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T232206Z
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 7/7 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, July 7\, 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:\nJuly 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\nAug 4\, 11\, 18\, 25\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-101-7-7-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:20260901T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094013
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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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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