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SUMMARY:Measure Twice\, Cut Once: Asking the Right Questions for a Competitive Advantage 8/5 CV
DESCRIPTION:MEASURE TWICE\, CUT ONCE: ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS FOR A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, August 5\, 2026 |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nIn construction\, we’re taught to measure twice and cut once. The same principle applies to business development. \nToo often\, sales professionals rush to present solutions\, proposals\, or pricing before fully understanding the client’s real challenges\, goals\, and needs. The result? Missed opportunities\, weak relationships\, and conversations that fail to create value. This interactive workshop will show participants how asking better questions leads to stronger client relationships\, better-qualified opportunities\, and more successful outcomes. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n• Ask strategic questions that uncover real client needs\n• Diagnose problems before offering solutions\n• Build trust and credibility through meaningful conversations\n• Better qualify opportunities and avoid wasted effort\n• Position their expertise more effectively with owners\, contractors\, and project partners\n• Lead more productive and confident sales discussions \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nBusiness Development Professionals\, Project Managers\, Estimators\, anyone looking to enhance their customer relationship building skills \nINSTRUCTOR\nRobin Green\, Owner/President\, Ascend Performance\, Inc.\, powered by Sandler\nRobin 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.\n \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $67\nNon-members — $97\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing by 5PM on August 3\, 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/measuretwice/
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:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T123000
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SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nBegins Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual  |  Detailed schedule below\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nOur 5-session virtual series begins 7/28 and will cover the topics below. Bundle pricing is available\, as well as individual pricing per session. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session 2 only \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session 3 only \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session 4 only \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session 5 only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Bundle (all five sessions) — $425\nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Bundle (all five sessions) — $675\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T093000
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SUMMARY:Balancing Detail & Risk: Preconstruction Peer Group Discussion 7/16 CV
DESCRIPTION:BALANCING DETAIL & RISK: PRECONSTRUCTION PEER GROUP DISCUSSION\n**Limited space available. Please contact Kristen Altermatt / (804) 346-4222 for availability.**\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 9:30AM\nBalancing Detail and Risk: How Contractors are Structuring Lump Sum\, Pre-Bid SOVs and GMP Breakdowns \nHow much detail is too much and when does it start working against you? \nJoin industry peers for a practical discussion on how contractors are navigating increasing GC and owner demands for pricing transparency. This session will explore real-world approaches to structuring Lump Sum\, Pre-Bid SOVs\, and GMP breakdowns while protecting margin\, managing risk\, and maintaining a competitive edge. \nWe’ll be discussing:\n– Evolving expectations for cost breakdowns\n– Risks of over-disclosure in bids and GMPs\n– Strategies to structure SOVs without giving away leverage\n– Lessons learned from the field \nCome ready to share your experience and walk away with actionable strategies you can apply immediately. \nWho should attend: Estimators\, Sales & Business Development\, anyone with an interest in learning more about preconstruction \nLight breakfast provided\nSPEAKERS\nNathan Karr\, Business Development Executive\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc.\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nShane Oberholtzer\, President\, eTEC Mechanical Corporation \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST \nMembers – $40\nNon-Members – $80 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, July 13\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt \n**Limited space available. Please contact Kristen Altermatt / (804) 346-4222 for availability.**
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/precon-july/
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:20260708T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T135406Z
CREATED:20251202T171335Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 7/8 CV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nWednesday\, July 8\, 2026  |  7:15AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395\nIncludes breakfast\, lunch and course materials \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on Friday\, July 3\, 2026. \nCONTACT Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-7-8-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:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171231Z
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:20260610T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T133000
DTSTAMP:20260504T172441Z
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:20260604T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T170139Z
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:20260601T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T140618Z
CREATED:20260505T194735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T140618Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 6/1 CV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nMonday\, June 1\, 2026  |  7:15AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395\nIncludes breakfast\, lunch and course materials \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on Friday\, May 29\, 2026. \nCONTACT Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-6-1-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:20260520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T123259Z
CREATED:20260401T124640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T123259Z
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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! \n**Online registration closes at 12PM on Tuesday\, May 19. Please email Kristen Altermatt for availability after this time.**\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:20260430T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T133000
DTSTAMP:20260323T142550Z
CREATED:20260318T140912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T142550Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Hype 2.0: A.I. Use Cases Across the Project Lifecycle • Roundtable 4/30 CV
DESCRIPTION:BEYOND THE HYPE 2.0: A.I. USE CASES ACROSS THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE • ROUNDTABLE\nThursday\, April 30\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nIn our last session\, we held an open discussion focused on A.I. making real-world impact in our industry and implementation strategies. We’re back with round two\, this time focusing on real A.I. use cases across the project lifecycle. Participants are encouraged to bring real examples of how they are using (or have tried to use) A.I. on active or recent projects\, including what worked\, what didn’t\, and lessons learned. \nEvent Agenda:\n1. AI Use Cases Across the Project Lifecycle – Preconstruction & Estimating\, Project Management\n2. AI Tools and how to use them effectively (Copilot\, ChatGPT\, Claude)\n3. Risk Management & Escalation – What AI handles & what requires review\n4. Open Discussion – What’s working\, what’s not\, priority pilot workflows\, and ownership/follow-up actions \nDidn’t make it to the first session? No problem! Anyone interested in real-use cases of A.I. in construction are encouraged to join us. Seats are limited to provide for open and honest discussion. \nWho should attend: Construction Executives & Project Managers\, Preconstruction and Estimators\, and anyone exploring AI’s role in operations\, safety\, or design \nLunch provided\nSPEAKERS\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nShane Oberholtzer\, President\, eTEC Mechanical Corporation \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST \nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on April 27\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/beyondthehype-2-0/
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:20260415T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260217T170301Z
CREATED:20260122T145711Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Superintendents Academy (RVA & Chesapeake) 4/15
DESCRIPTION:2026 SUPERINTENDENTS ACADEMY (serving Central VA & Hampton Roads regions)\nApril 15 – 17\, 2026  |  See detailed schedule below\nCalling All Future Construction Leaders: Superintendents Academy is back for another run! Practical\, interactive\, and built for the modern jobsite\, this training features interactive sessions on the following topics: \n\nProject Administration and Processes\nSafety and Risk Management\nQuality and Quality Control\nContracts and Jobsite Documentation\nBudgeting and Estimating\nPull Planning\nConstruction Practices on the Jobsite\nConstruction Planning and Productivity\nJobsite Technology\nPersonal Skills and Habits\nGoal Setting\nTime Management\nCommunication\nJobsite Leadership\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nSuperintendents of all experience levels. \nSPEAKERS\nFrank Bliley\, W.M. Jordan Company\nScott Brame\, W.M. Jordan Company\nThomas Hearn\, Retired\, DAVIS Construction\nCarson Rejzer\, W.M. Jordan Company\nJeremy Crumley\, Balfour Beatty\nLee Bickley\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nRichard Whirley\, Jr.\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nDave Thompson\, RetroAIM\nKeith Klammer\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc\,\nPat Dean\, ABC Virginia Chapter \nSCHEDULE\nApril 15 7:30AM – 5:00PM Breakfast & Lunch included\nApril 16 7:30AM – 6:00PM Breakfast\, Lunch\, Dinner & Networking included\nApril 17 7:30AM-11:00AM Breakfast & Certificate Ceremony included \nCOST\nMembers — $825\nNon-Members — $1\,250 \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \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 5PM on April 8\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cv-hr-supers26/
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,Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000
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SUMMARY:Preconstruction Considerations for the Subcontractor 4/2 CV
DESCRIPTION:PRECONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE SUBCONTRACTOR\nThursday\, April 2\, 2026  |  8:30AM – 1:00PM  |  Lunch & Learn\nJoin us for an interactive discussion on factors to consider before bidding projects to your customers. This course is designed for new sales\, business development personnel\, and estimators in the subcontractor industry. \nRegistration closes at 5PM on Tuesday\, March 31. Please email Kristen Altermatt for availability after this time.\nTopics of discussion:\n1. The role of preconstruction in the overall construction project life cycle\n2. The “Go/No-Go” decision process for potential opportunities\n3. Identifying key milestones and deliverables\n4. Analyzing the RFP bid specifications\, drawings\, and addenda\n5. The importance of early involvement and collaboration\n6. Preconstruction planning and estimating\n7. Creating a risk management plan\n8. Gathering accurate cost data and pricing information\n9. Defining general requirements\, general conditions\, indirects\, and overhead\n10. Contingency planning \nWho should attend: Subcontractor sales teams\, business developers\, and estimators\, or anyone looking to master the preconstruction process. \nLunch provided. \nINSTRUCTORS\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nJustin Toney\, Estimating Executive\, Old Dominion Group \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST \nMembers – $85\nNon-Members – $125\nLunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on March 30\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/precon-considerations-apr2/
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:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T143000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs - Blueprint Bootcamp for Construction Professionals 3/5 CV
DESCRIPTION:UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS — BLUEPRINT BOOTCAMP FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS\nBegins Thursday\, March 5\, 2026  |  10:00AM – 2:30PM   |  Lunch provided\nThis interactive and hands-on course breaks down construction drawings and specifications so they actually make sense—no fluff\, just practical skills you can use immediately. Structured for a beginner\, we’ll cover all phases of a construction project\, including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. Enhance your personal and professional value – knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nSuperintendents\, PMs\, field personnel\, estimators\, new hires\, apprentices\, students\, anyone in construction that uses construction drawings in their day-to-day tasks \nINSTRUCTOR\nThomas Hern\, DAVIS Construction (retired) and ABC-VA Instructor \n  \n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease note: this is a four-day course\nMarch 5\, 6\, 18 & 19\, 2026\n10:00AM – 2:30PM\nLunch provided daily \nCOST\nMembers — $435\nNon-members — $595\nLunch\, textbook\, and construction drawings used in class \nCANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing by 5PM on March 2\, 2026. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprintbootcamp-march5/
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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