OSHA 501 - TRAINER COURSE IN OSHA STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization October 7 - 10, 2024 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10 and 30-hour general industry safety and health Outreach training program to their employees and other interested groups. Using the OSHA General Industry Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour General Industry Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA General Industry Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. Class Topics: […]
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Leadership Institute October 10, 2024 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM Corporate Culture and Ethics with Steve Daves of R.W. Murray Please note: Leadership Institute kicked off in April 2024 and is closed to new applicants. Sessions (began April 4) Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | April 4) The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | April 25) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Brooke Johnson, Hensel Phelps | May 16) What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | May 30) Situational Leadership (Instructor: Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | June 27) Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | July 18) Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | August 15) Effective Communication (Instructor: Ashley Campbell, HITT Contracting | September 12) Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves, R.W. Murray | October 10) Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | October 24) End of Year Celebration (October 31, 11:30AM – 1:00PM) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COURSE CONTACT Erin Stamer |
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MOBILE ELEVATING WORK PLATFORMS (MEWP) TRAINER COURSE REGISTER HERE Friday, October 11, 2024 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM This is a comprehensive training program for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) to prepare employees to train on hazard identification, inspection and safe operating practices back at their facility. Upon completion of this course attendees will have the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure safe work practices and procedures. Topics Include: Inspection of potential work areas for hazards Operator Training Operator familiarization Equipment Pre-start Inspection Safe operating practices Operator, User, and Owner Responsibilities Course Includes: Instructor Resource Binder and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) PowerPoint Presentation on USB, lunch and refreshments Course Flyer LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COST Members - $375 Non-Members - $475 SCHEDULE Please visit CRSC registration link above |
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BLUEPRINT READING 101 **FULL. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist.** Begins Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | 4:00PM - 7:00PM Enhance 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. All 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. SCHEDULE Eight-Day Program: October 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 December 3, 10 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
$370.00 – $540.00
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Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) October 15-16, 2024 | 1:00PM-5:00PM Great 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?” This virtual interactive training workshop is scheduled in two half-day sessions. Track 1 - The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid: This 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. Learning Objectives: Cost/Price analysis Pricing project constraints How to build flexibility into your system Optimum time to complete Escalation Managing risk within the estimate Danger zones to avoid Track 2 - How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates: Oftentimes 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, […]
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2024 PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY October 16 - 18, 2024 | 8:00AM – 6:00PM | See detailed schedule below **We are officially at capacity. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist.** This 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 three 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 25 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 9. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. SPEAKERS Patrick Dean, ABC Virginia Nick Giambra, Aegis Consultants Shannon Kualii, E.E. Reed Construction East Coast, L.P. Rich Ruckman, S-Works Construction Corp. Mike Quadros, E.E. Reed Construction East Coast, L.P. SCHEDULE October 16 8:00AM-6:00PM Dinner and networking after class October 17 8:00AM-6:00PM Dinner and networking after class October 18 8:00AM-12:00PM Certificate Ceremony takes place on last […]
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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As 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). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements […]
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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT: GETTING STARTED Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM Managing 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. KEY TAKEAWAYS Not 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. • Learn to create and manage simple projects. • Learn to enter and manage tasks. • Learn to work with a project calendar. • Learn to add and manage project resources and work with the resource sheet. • Learn to create basic reports for your project. Embrace the opportunity to enhance your project management skills through this engaging, virtual learning experience. This event […]
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Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite - Baseline Basics With Revu’s intuitive measurement tools and customizable interface, we can turn your highlighters into a data rich takeoff tools. We’ll start out going through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List. Learning Objectives: Introduction to Viewports Measurement Tips & Tricks Custom Estimating Tools Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As 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). With 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 […] |
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Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, October 24, 2023 | 12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisites - Baseline Basics and Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates - Basics course we’ll move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Did you know you can export to an Excel spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for years? Learning Objectives: Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”) Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns Reports and Exporting Data Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As 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). With 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 […]
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Leadership Institute October 24, 2024 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM Career Development with Mark Bailey of TMG Construction Please note: Leadership Institute kicked off in April 2024 and is closed to new applicants. Sessions (began April 4) Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | April 4) The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | April 25) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Brooke Johnson, Hensel Phelps | May 16) What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | May 30) Situational Leadership (Instructor: Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | June 27) Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | July 18) Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | August 15) Effective Communication (Instructor: Ashley Campbell, HITT Contracting | September 12) Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves, R.W. Murray | October 10) Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | October 24) End of Year Celebration (October 31, 11:30AM – 1:00PM) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COURSE CONTACT Erin Stamer |
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Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | 12:00PM-2:00PM Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. A typical Bluebeam class concentrates on design markups, estimating and collecting field data, but this class is very different! In just two hours you’ll be ready to combine documents, mark for redaction, apply digital signatures and several other important administrative tasks. Learning Objectives: Extracting pages from existing documents Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents Creating and applying digital signatures Updating Page Labels Applying headers and footers Search document text and visual symbols Apply stamps Flag important content in documents Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As 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). With 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, […]
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SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM | Lunch provided Learn to correctly complete the submittals process insuring on-time and in-budget construction. This seminar will provide information on the responsibilities of suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors, architects, and engineers. Attendees will learn how to create proper submittal packages from start to finish using contract documents as well as learn key details that can save the company time and money. This 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 how to achieve an approval the first time. 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, VA […]
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Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) October 30 - 31, 2024 | 2:00PM - 5:00PM This 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. Designed 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. Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As 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). With 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 […]
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PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 2:00PM – 4:00PM Learning how to successfully close out a project is an essential aspect of this business. Each student will leave with the skills and confidence to create and implement a logical process and an efficient environment that will promote a complete close-out. This seminar is for administrative employees, superintendents, and project managers of general contractors and specialty contractors. Attendees will learn: • The “Ten Commandments” of project close-out • Project close-out strategy • The project close-out timeline • Field operations specifics • The engineering close-out matrix • The financial close-out matrix • The project close-out scorecard • The 10-month walk-through process • The instructor’s focus will be teaching this organized and logical process and providing students with a solid basis to improve closing out their projects. 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 […]
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Leadership Institute October 31, 2024 | 11:30AM - 1:00PM End of year celebration! 🥳 Please note: this time is different from typical sessions. Please note: Leadership Institute kicked off in April 2024 and is closed to new applicants. Sessions (began April 4) Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | April 4) The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | April 25) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Brooke Johnson, Hensel Phelps | May 16) What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | May 30) Situational Leadership (Instructor: Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | June 27) Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | July 18) Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | August 15) Effective Communication (Instructor: Ashley Campbell, HITT Contracting | September 12) Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves, R.W. Murray | October 10) Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | October 24) End of Year Celebration (October 31, 11:30AM – 1:00PM) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COURSE CONTACT Erin Stamer |
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