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SUMMARY:Finance in Construction for Project Managers
DESCRIPTION:Attendees gain a practical understanding of financial concepts that directly impact construction projects. In this Academy session taught by Matt Waller of PopeWaller\, project managers will learn how money flows through a project\, how budgets are built and tracked\, and how financial decisions affect project performance. Topics include cost control\, job cost reports\, forecasting\, cash flow\, and key financial terminology project managers need to confidently communicate with internal teams and owners. \nStrengthen your leadership\, communication\, and technical decision-making skills by enrolling in the full Project Manager Series. This seven-part program is designed specifically for construction project managers and covers the critical competencies needed to successfully lead projects\, teams\, and client relationships from pursuit through closeout. In each class\, attendees will focus on key responsibilities project managers manage throughout the project lifecycle: \n\nHow to Be an Elite Project Manager\, 3/5\nPublic Speaking for Project Managers\, 4/1\nFinance in Construction for Project Managers\, 5/12\nPrompt Pay Essentials for Project Managers\, 6/11\nWhat Project Managers Need to Know About Liens and Bonds\, 7/22\nThe Vital Role of Project Managers in the Pursuit Process\, 8/5\nA Focus on Client Retention for Project Managers\, 9/10\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \nThis class is part of the 7-class Project Manager Series\, individual class registration is open to all.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/finance-in-construction-for-project-managers/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Managers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260524T193015
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SUMMARY:Public Speaking for Project Managers
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Brandon Montero of CHASSE Building Team\, this Academy session helps project managers build confidence and skill in speaking clearly and effectively in front of any audience\, from internal teams to clients and stakeholders. Strong presentation and communication skills are essential for leading projects successfully\, and this class provides practical strategies to make every message count. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nHow to structure presentations and updates for clarity and impact\nTechniques to engage and connect with different audiences\nWays to project confidence and handle high-pressure speaking situations\n\nStrengthen your leadership\, communication\, and technical decision-making skills by enrolling in the full Project Manager Series. This seven-part program is designed specifically for construction project managers and covers the critical competencies needed to successfully lead projects\, teams\, and client relationships from pursuit through closeout. In each class\, attendees will focus on key responsibilities project managers manage throughout the project lifecycle: \n\nHow to Be an Elite Project Manager\, 3/5\nPublic Speaking for Project Managers\, 4/9\nFinance in Construction for Project Managers\, 5/12\nPrompt Pay Essentials for Project Managers\, 6/11\nWhat Project Managers Need to Know About Liens and Bonds\, 7/22\nThe Vital Role of Project Managers in the Pursuit Process\, 8/5\nA Focus on Client Retention for Project Managers\, 9/10\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \nThis class is part of the 7-class Project Manager Series\, individual class registration is open to all.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/public-speaker-for-project-managers/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Managers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T193015
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SUMMARY:Project Manager Series
DESCRIPTION:Project Manager Series – Full Program Registration\n  \nStrengthen your leadership\, communication\, and technical decision-making skills by enrolling in the full Project Manager Series. This seven-part program is designed specifically for construction project managers and covers the critical competencies needed to successfully lead projects\, teams\, and client relationships from pursuit through closeout. \nBy registering for the full series\, attendees will: \n\n\nDevelop advanced project management and leadership skills \n\n\nEnhance communication\, financial\, and contractual understanding \n\n\nGain practical tools to manage risk\, payments\, and client expectations \n\n\nApply learning across the project lifecycle\, with each session building on the last \n\n\nSeries Schedule: \n\nHow to Be an Elite Project Manager – 3/5: Anthony Jeffers\, Hensel Phelps \nPublic Speaking for Project Managers – 4/1: Brandon Montero\, CHASSE Building Team\nFinance in Construction for Project Managers – 5/12: Matt Waller\, PopeWaller\nPrompt Pay Essentials for Project Managers – 6/11: Kevin Estevez\, Holden Willits\nWhat Project Managers Need to Know About Liens and Bonds– 7/22: Amy Houk\, RCS Preliminary Lien Services\nThe Vital Role of a Project Manager in the Pursuit Process – 8/5: Margaret Kinsey\, Small Giants\nA Focus on Client Retention for Project Managers – 9/10: Danielle Feroleto\, Small Giants\n\nAll sessions run from 3:00–4:30 PM. \nIt is recommended to attend Project Manager Series classes in person for the best overall learning experience.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/project-manager-series/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Managers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T193015
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SUMMARY:How To Be An Elite Project Manager
DESCRIPTION:This Academy session\, taught by Anthony “AJ” Jeffers of Hensel Phelps\, explores what it really takes to be a strong and successful project manager in today’s construction environment. Project management requires a mix of leadership\, organization\, and technical knowledge\, and this course is designed to help attendees strengthen those skills. Whether you’re newer to the role or looking to grow your experience\, this session will provide practical takeaways you can apply right away. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nHow to build strong leadership within your team\nWhy clear and effective communication is critical to project success\nWays to strengthen decision-making and overall project oversight\n\nStrengthen your leadership\, communication\, and technical decision-making skills by enrolling in the full Project Manager Series. This seven-part program is designed specifically for construction project managers and covers the critical competencies needed to successfully lead projects\, teams\, and client relationships from pursuit through closeout. In each class\, attendees will focus on key responsibilities project managers manage throughout the project lifecycle: \n\nHow to Be an Elite Project Manager\, 3/5\nPublic Speaking for Project Managers\, 4/1\nFinance in Construction for Project Managers\, 5/12\nPrompt Pay Essentials for Project Managers\, 6/11\nWhat Project Managers Need to Know About Liens and Bonds\, 7/22\nThe Vital Role of Project Managers in the Pursuit Process\, 8/5\nA Focus on Client Retention for Project Managers\, 9/10\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \nThis class is part of the 7-class Project Manager Series\, individual class registration is open to all.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/how-to-be-an-elite-project-manager/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Managers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Project Planning and Master Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:Come learn and help bring the construction industry to an elevated level. Understand how a project should be approached from an execution standpoint\, what good planning can look like\, and how we can bring that into our industry at an elevated level. This is a targeted class for field operational roles in joint effort with pre-construction. \nAttendees will learn the basics of project planning and master scheduling including: \n\n\nProject logistics and planning fundamentals \n\n\nHow to prioritize and pair site logistics\, scheduling\, planning\, and quality control within a Master Schedule \n\n\nIncorporating safety into site logistics\, planning\, and execution \n\n\nCoordinating planning initiatives to support efficient project execution \n\n\nAnd much more \n\n\n  \n\nClass taught by Chris Quigley of Chasse Building Team.\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/introduction-to-project-planning-and-master-scheduling/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction Fundamentals,Project Managers,Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250715T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250715T163000
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SUMMARY:The Vital Role of PMs in the Pursuit Process
DESCRIPTION:The PM and the superintendent are essential contributors to pursuits. Why is their input so important? The build the job\, look after funds and are responsible for executing the work. \nMore and more often\, RFQs and shortlist letters state that the PM and/or the superintendent must participate in the interview process. While it’s valuable to have an executive’s participation to demonstrate importance of a project\, the project managers provide the knowledge and the experience. \nProject managers attending this Academy session will walk away understanding the full pursuit process and their important role in winning jobs. \nWho should attend? \n\nProject Managers\n\nVirtual option:\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please turn on your camera for full engagement. Thank you! \nTime zone adjustments:\nAll classes are listed for Arizona’s time zone. \n 
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/the-vital-role-of-pms-in-the-pursuit-process/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance,Legal,Project Managers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250619T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250619T163000
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SUMMARY:PMs: Protect Your Rights Under AZ's Prompt Pay Act
DESCRIPTION:Arizona’s prompt pay laws govern payment on most commercial and public sector construction projects in this state. These laws are designed to ensure timely payments to contractors\, subcontractors\, and suppliers. To operate effectively within the framework of these statutes it is important that the rights\, obligations\, and remedies they create are understood at the project level. \nAttendees can expect to learn: \n\nPublic and private sector timelines for payment\nHow to timely and properly object to payment applications\nStopping work for non-payment: when it can be done and how to do it\nThe express remedies for\, and practical implications of\, late payments\n\nVirtual option:\nIf attending virtually\, a Zoom link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please turn on your camera for full engagement. Thank you! \nTime zone adjustments:\nAll classes are listed for Arizona’s time zone. \nTaught by Kevin Estevez\, Holden Willits.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/pms-protect-your-rights-under-azs-prompt-pay-act/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance,Legal,Project Managers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250520T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250520T163000
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SUMMARY:Field to Finance: How onsite decisions impact BIG payment outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Objective of the Class:\nUnlock the secrets to maximizing payment success through strategic field operations. This course dives deep into the crucial interplay between project teams and accounting units\, ensuring comprehensive management that secures every dollar earned on your projects. \nValuable Takeaways:\nParticipants will leave with a firm grasp on the critical influence of onsite decisions—like the nuances of a handshake agreement—and their lasting effects on payment success. Discover how proactive change order management can protect and enhance your financial rights throughout the project lifecycle. \nIdeal Attendees:\nTailored for Project Managers and Project Coordinators\, this course is essential for those looking to bridge operational efficiency with financial security in construction management. \nWhy Attend?\nMaster the art of securing your financial entitlements. This course provides vital strategies to safeguard against common pitfalls that lead to unclaimed revenues\, focusing on the pivotal moments that define payment outcomes. Learn to navigate change orders effectively and ensure you capture every penny you’re owed. Essential for construction companies aiming to tighten their operational controls and enhance their bottom line. \nVirtual option:\nIf attending virtually\, a Zoom link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please turn on your camera for full engagement. Thank you! \nTime zone adjustments:\nAll classes are listed for Arizona’s time zone. \nTaught by Amy Houk\, National Lien Services & RCS Preliminary Lien Service
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/lien-law-for-pms/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lien Law,Project Managers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250424T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250424T163000
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SUMMARY:Finance in Construction - What PMs Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Matt Waller\, Pope Waller. \n\nBuild a solid foundation in the financial aspects of the construction industry \n\nAttendees can expect to: \n\nGain a basic understanding of the accounting process in construction\nLearn important construction accounting terms and demonstrate how to calculate the key elements of construction work in process\nGo beyond the mechanics of the process to provide practical tips on what the work in process is revealing\nEmphasize the critical role of operations in construction work in progress and the importance of collaboration between accounting and operations\nGenerate a deep understanding of the impact of underbillings and overbillings on your company and how your customers and creditors react to them\nGive operations people enough accounting insight to be truly effective in their role\, and accounting people the practical insight to effectively collaborate with operations\n\n\nWhy should you attend? \nAn understanding of finance for project managers is critical as they generally underestimate their importance in the accounting process and management decision making that is the result of their oversight and reporting of job progress. \n\nIf attending virtually\, a Zoom link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \n\nRegister here!
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/finance-in-construction-what-pms-need-to-know/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Finance,Project Managers
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