Events & Trainings
Career Day Sign Up at Saunders Middle School Make a difference in the construction industry! During April, Saunders Middle School is inviting anyone interested in giving a career talk to visit the school and share a day in the life of your role. ABC-VA would love to see a few of our members participate. Talks […]
Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) **Registration will close 5PM on Friday, March 29, 2024.** April 2-3, 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 […]
Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) **Registration will close 12PM on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.** Thursday, April 4, 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, […]
LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PROGRAM KICKOFF Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM | Northern VA Training Facility The 2024 Leadership Institute kicks off on April 4 with a program overview and the ABCs of ABC. Applications for the Leadership Institute are due March 22, 2024. Download application The Leadership Institute brings together aspiring leaders ages […]
I HATED PUBLIC SPEAKING, TOO: Thompson's Communication Tools for Foremen, Superintendents and Other Trainers Friday, April 5, 2024 | 7:00AM - 12:00PM There’s no need to sugarcoat it – public speaking and effective communication aren’t typically a crew leader’s favorite part of the job. But we all know it’s a crucial aspect of every successful […]
CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Saturday, April 6, 2024 | 8:00AM - 12:00PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations […]
Career Day Sign Up at Saunders Middle School Make a difference in the construction industry! During April, Saunders Middle School is inviting anyone interested in giving a career talk to visit the school and share a day in the life of your role. ABC-VA would love to see a few of our members participate. Talks […]
BLUEPRINT READING 101 Begins Tuesday, April 9, 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, […]
THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP Wednesday, April 10 - Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM “Stephen R. Covey's book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®, has been a top-seller for the simple reason that it ignores trends and pop psychology for proven principles of fairness, integrity, honesty, and […]
Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, April 10, 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 […]
STEEL-TOED SLUGGERS: A NIGHT OF BASEBALL & NETWORKING FOR FIELD PROFESSIONALS **Registration closed.** Wednesday, April 10, 2024 | 6:00PM – 8:30PM | Game starts at 6:35PM Come straight from the jobsite - boots and all! We are excited to host an evening of baseball and networking especially for the people who bring our projects to […]
INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT: GETTING STARTED Thursday, April 11, 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 […]
Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 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 […]
STRATEGIC PROJECT DELIVERY: NAVIGATING METHODS FOR SUCCESS **RESCHEDULING. Date TBA soon!** Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 1:00PM – 3:00PM ABC-VA has assembled a diverse panel with expertise across multiple disciplines to offer valuable insights into evaluating and selecting project delivery methods. This program emphasizes the importance of understanding roles and responsibilities within chosen methods, cultivating […]
Career Day Sign Up at Saunders Middle School Make a difference in the construction industry! During April, Saunders Middle School is inviting anyone interested in giving a career talk to visit the school and share a day in the life of your role. ABC-VA would love to see a few of our members participate. Talks […]
OSHA 5410 - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization Monday, April 15 - 19, 2024 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards for the […]
Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, April 16, 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 […]
CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | 7:30AM - 5:00PM Do 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 […]
ATTRACTING AND RETAINING KEY EMPLOYEES • LUNCH & LEARN Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | 11:30AM - 1:30PM Attracting and retaining key employees is becoming more difficult in the growing competitive market. Employees are more aware of their own value and growing numbers are requiring more than just a paycheck as a reason to stay with […]
SUPERINTENDENTS ACADEMY 2024 **As of 4/12/2024, there are only two (2) spots remaining.** April 17 - 19, 2024 | See detailed schedule below Join us for ABC-VA's annual Superintendents Academy to learn firsthand from industry professionals. This training features interactive sessions on the following topics with all subjects geared toward the modern Superintendent: Project Administration […]
Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) **Registration is closed.** April 17 - 18, 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 […]
CIGAR & BOURBON NIGHT Thursday, April 18, 2024 | 5:00PM - 7:00PM Indulge in an evening of sophistication and camaraderie at Cigar and Bourbon Night! Bungalow Lakehouse will play background to this exclusive event offering a unique opportunity to mingle with industry leaders, general contractors, and fellow aficionados in a relaxed setting. Beyond the allure […]
SUNDOWN IN SPRING MIXER Thursday, April 18, 2024 | 5:30PM - 8:00PM Get ready to tap into the ultimate networking experience at Blue Moon Taphouse! Mix, mingle, and make connections over tasty appetizers and a variety of refreshing beer and spirits, as well as non-alcoholic beverages. Let's turn those business cards into brew-tiful relationships! SPONSORSHIP […]
RIGGER AND SIGNAL PERSON TRAINING Thursday, April 18, 2024 | 4:00PM - 7:00PM This training is for individuals who work under the supervision of a competent person and on a routine basis perform rigging work engaged in lifting loads other than rigging for special lifts, or the erection, dismantling, jumping or reconfiguring of cranes or […]
CENTRAL VIRGINIA SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT **SOLD OUT! Please email Kristen Altermatt to be put on waitlist. Sponsorships still welcomed.** Monday, April 22, 2024 | 8:00AM – 6:00PM Join ABC Virginia members for a fun day on the green at our annual Spring Golf Tournament! We will be playing 4-man scramble style with a shotgun start […]
Career Day Sign Up at Saunders Middle School Make a difference in the construction industry! During April, Saunders Middle School is inviting anyone interested in giving a career talk to visit the school and share a day in the life of your role. ABC-VA would love to see a few of our members participate. Talks […]
2024 MID-ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION SAFETY CONFERENCE (MACSC-2024) Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | Begins at 6:30AM ABC-VA is proud to once again support the Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Conference taking place at Martins Crosswinds in Greenbelt, MD. View MACSC site and register here LOCATION Martins Crosswinds 7400 Greenway Center Drive, Greenbelt, MD 20773
2024 ABC JOINT TECH SUMMIT HOSTED BY THE ABC CHAPTERS OF CHESAPEAKE SHORES, GREATER BALTIMORE, METRO WASHINGTON & VIRGINIA Registration is through ABC Greater Baltimore - REGISTER HERE Wednesday, April 24 and Thursday, April 25, 2024 / Turf Valley Resort, Ellicott City, MD VISIT ABCTECHDAY.COM TO LEARN ABOUT THE SPEAKERS & CONTENT | DOWNLOAD FLYER […]
24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING April 24 - 26, 2024 | 7:00AM - 4:00PM In Accordance with ANSI Standard Z359.2 (Conforms to the 24-Hour Training Requirements of the EM-385-1-1 2014 Edition) EM385-1-1 requires all Competent Persons who have employees who work at height, to attend a 24-hour class. Federal enforcement of training requirements began […]
CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 8:30AM-12:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the […]
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: 9-HOLE SPRING GOLF CLASSIC Monday, April 29, 2024 | 3:00PM - 7:00PM **Registration will close Wednesday, April 24, at 1:00PM.** Young Professionals (40 & under) are invited to play in our first Northern Virginia YP 9-hole Spring Golf Classic at Chantilly National Golf & Country Club on April 29th! Enjoy a quick round […]
HAMPTON ROADS SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT **As of 4/15/2024, there are three remaining afternoon foursomes. Sponsorships are open until Wednesday, April 24.** Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | See detailed schedule below Join ABC Virginia members for a fun day on the green at our annual Spring Golf Tournament! We are offering two shotgun starts to accommodate […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are proud to announce the launch of "Breaking the Stigma", a series of workshops aimed at promoting mental health awareness and well-being within the construction industry. This series is joint-hosted with ABC New Hampshire/Vermont. Please note: registration will close at 2:00PM on Thursday, April 25. KEY DETAILS […]
CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Saturday, May 4, 2024 | 8:00AM - 12:00PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations […]