2025 RICHMOND & HAMPTON ROADS PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY October 29 - 31, 2025 | 8:00AM – 6:00PM | See detailed schedule below **BRAND NEW ACADEMY to these regions! We expect to sell out - register early!** 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 5PM on Wednesday, October 22. 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 Nicole Anderson, Clancy & Theys Eric Stichler, Heartland Construction Erik Mills, W.M. Jordan Company SCHEDULE October 29 8:00AM-6:30PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 30 8:00AM-6:15PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 31 8:00AM-12:00PM Breakfast, Certificate Ceremony with lunch […]
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OSHA 2264 - PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE ENTRY This is a Chesapeake Region Safety Council course - REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization November 3 - 5, 2025 | 8:00AM-4:00PM This course covers the safety and health hazards associated with permit-required confined space entry. Course topics include recognition of confined space hazards, identification of permit and non-permit required confined spaces, use of instrumentation to evaluate atmospheric hazards, ventilation techniques, development and implementation of a confined space program, proper signage, and training requirements. This course features workshops on permit entry classification, instrumentation, and program development. Upon course completion students will have the ability to identify permit and non-permit required confined spaces, reference the OSHA Permit-Required Confined Spaces Standard, conduct atmospheric testing, and implement a permit-required confined space program. OSHA 2264 and the CONFINED SPACE TRAIN-THE-TRAINER Course Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council, is recommended for inspectors, auditors, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing, auditing, or training employees with an active role in permit space entry. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1910.146 […] |
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SELL SMARTER: SPOT THESE 10 MISTAKES BEFORE THEY COST YOU Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM Business development isn’t just about knowing your trade - it’s about knowing how to win business. Too many contractors lose out on jobs because they make common but costly sales mistakes. In this fast-paced and practical session, we’ll break down The 10 Mistakes Salespeople Make: from bidding too soon to struggling with pricing conversations. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to stand out, close more deals, and keep your pipeline full. If you’re tired of competing on price and ready to sell with confidence, this talk is for you. Who should attend: Sales/business development professionals, business owners, sales support staff, anyone looking to level up their sales or partnership skills. SPEAKER Robin Green, Owner/President, Ascend Performance, Inc., powered by Sandler Robin works with companies in a variety of industries develop proven and reliable methodologies to grow revenue. Serving clients from across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and trade organizations on the topics of sales, communication, and leadership topics. LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 […]
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CONFINED SPACE TRAINER COURSE This is a Chesapeake Region Safety Council course hosted at ABC-VA's Northern Virginia Training Facility REGISTER HERE Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This Trainer Course in Permit-Required Confined Spaces is recommended for inspectors, auditors, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing, auditing, or training employees with an active role in permit space entry. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1910.146. Prerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 2264 PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE ENTRY course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. Objective – this program provides the elements to develop a good Confined Spaces Training Program to include: Determine Confined Spaces training needs Identify goals and objectives Develop learning activities (i.e., lecture, on-the-job, hands-on, discussion, or a combination of all of these) Conduct the training – each student will be responsible to develop and present an assigned topic on Confined Spaces to the class and be evaluated on that presentation. Evaluate the Training Program Course Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: PowerPoint Presentations Video clips Test questions Additional resource information for Confined Spaces Lunch and Refreshments LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, […] |
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Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 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?” 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, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and […]
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Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) November 12 & 13, 2025 | 1:00PM – 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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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 1 Monday, November 17, 2025 | 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 […]
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SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 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 Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 2 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 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 […]
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PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 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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Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – November 17) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – November 18) 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 […] |
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Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 12:00PM - 2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – November 17) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – November 18) & Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (November 19) 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 […] |
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Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | 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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OSHA 500 - TRAINER COURSE IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION 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 December 1 - 4, 2025 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction 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 Construction Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. Topics include: […] |
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