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SUMMARY:City of Phoenix Inspector Panel: Inspections\, Programs & Relationships
DESCRIPTION:This session features a panel presentation led by the City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department supervisors\, covering key areas such as Site/Civil\, Permit By Inspector (PBI)\, and the Annual Facilities Program (AFP). The class will focus on commercial and industrial development processes\, and provide an in-depth look at construction-related topics. Attendees are encouraged to participate\, ask questions\, and engage in meaningful discussions. \nMain Takeaways: \n\nUnderstanding construction phasing\nGrading & Drainage – as-builts\nThe AFP process\nThe PBI process\nTemporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)\nBuilding professional relationships and addressing additional attendee questions\n\nSuggested Attendees: \nContractors\, developers\, design professionals\, property owners\, contract specialists\, investors\, and any other professionals involved in construction projects. \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. \nPanelists: Mike Ornoski\, Jack Roberts\, Robert Valladee\, Don Brown
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/city-of-phoenix-inspector-panel-inspections-programs-relationships/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Inspections
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SUMMARY:Lifecycle of a Project: Grasping the Fundamentals series
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Lifecycle of a Project\, as part of the Grasping the Fundamentals series\, attendees will walk through the lifecycle of a project from start to finish. With the guidance of Kyle King\, GCON’s Vice President High Tech Intel\, attendees will learn about:\n\n\nProject phases and planning\nConstruction execution\nPost-construction and facility management\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\nHR team members\nAccounting\nSupport staff\nMarketing\nEveryone that serves the builders\nBuilders\nThose new to the industry\nPeople needing a refresher on the basics of CRE\n\n\n\n*** \n\nThe Academy for Construction Excellence presents a series for those individuals new to the construction industry – whether new to their career and experienced professionals from other industries. Also invited? Those who need a refresher course!\nUpon completion of these classes\, attendees will have a strong knowledge base\, creating confidence\, knowing the key players and processes in commercial construction.\nIn each class\, attendees start at a high level and then dive into necessary aspects of these areas:\n\nIntroduction to CRE\, 4/22\nLifecycle of a Project\, 5/7\nDevelopment 101\, 5/22\nIntro to Finance in Construction\, 6/26\nContract Structures and Monthly Pay Apps\, 8/19\nBasics of Liens and Bonds\, 9/25\nAnatomy of a Legal Proceeding\, 11/6\n\nRegister for the full series or for individual classes based on your knowledge gaps.\nIf you plan to register for virtual participation\, a Zoom link will be provided a few days prior to each session. (Please have your camera on and plan for full engagement)\n\n\nKyle King\nVice President High Tech Intel\nGCON
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/lifecycle-of-a-project-grasping-the-fundamentals-series/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction Fundamentals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250507T143000
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SUMMARY:Overview and Introduction to Reading Construction Plans
DESCRIPTION:In the first session in the Plan Reading series\, attendees will walk away with a solid foundation for interpreting and working with construction drawings.\n\n\n\nTopics for this first session include:\n\nintroduction to the general sheets\,\ninstructions on how to read a plan\,\nterminology\, symbols and abbreviations\,\nunderstanding scale and dimension\,\ndetails and callouts\,\nand much more.\n\n\nThe Plan Reading series consists of these sessions:\n\nOverview and Introduction to Reading Construction Plans\, 5/7\nCivil Plans\, 5/22\nStructural Plans\, 6/5\nArchitectural Plans\, 6/18\nM&P Plans\, 7/8\nElectrical Plans\, 8/5\nSpecial Systems\, 8/19\n\n\n\n\nIt is recommended to participate in the all Plan Reading classes for the more thorough introduction to plan reading.\nIf attending via Zoom\, you will miss some of the hands-on activities in the class.\nA Zoom link will be sent a few days prior to the sessions. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Brown\, Willmeng:\nChris Brown\, Partner and Market Leader at Willmeng Construction\, has more than 17 years of experience in Phoenix’s construction industry.  His journey from Superintendent to V.P. of Preconstruction and now business unit leader hightlights his expertise in preconstruction strategies and innovation.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/plan-reading-1-overview-and-introduction/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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SUMMARY:Plan Reading Series
DESCRIPTION:The Plan Reading series consists of these sessions: \n\nOverview and Introduction\, 5/7\nCivil Plans\, 5/22\nStructural Plans\, 6/5\nArchitectural Plans\, 6/18\nM&P Plans\, 7/8\nElectrical Plans\, 8/5\nSpecial Systems\, 8/19\n\nIt is recommended to participate in the all Plan Reading classes for the more thorough introduction to plan reading. \nIf attending via Zoom\, you will miss some of the hands-on activities in the class. \nA Zoom link will be sent a few days prior to the sessions. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/plan-reading-series/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250508T130000
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SUMMARY:Toolbox for the Mind: Managing Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:“A manager’s impact on employees’ mental health is more important than a doctor or therapist.”\n\n\nCitation – Eckert\, T. (2023\, January 24.) Managers impact our mental health more than doctors\, therapists – and same as spouses. UKG\n\n\n\nIn this important session\, employers learn the vital role and responsibility they have in developing resources to support the mental health of their employees.\n\n\n\nTopics include:\n\nThe responsibility of leaders\nCreating 1:1 connections\nWarning signs\nResources\nTraining on difficult conversations\nA manager’s impact on mental health\n\n\n\n\n\nHayley Hughes\, TPG’s PartnerWell Practice Leader:\nHayley has a BA in psychology from the University of Hawaii and earned master’s degrees in both clinical health psychology and nutrition at Bastyr University. After practicing as a clinician\, Hayley felt that employers were uniquely positioned to support employee health. As TPG’s PartnerWell Practice Leader\, Hayley consults with clients to support employee mental health\, wellbeing\, and workforce culture.\n\n\n\nChris Quigley\, Chasse Building Team:\nAs a strong leader passionate about the wellbeing of his team members\, Chris has 26 years in the industry\, having started out in Montana as a labor.  In 2001\, he ventured to CA from Montana with the intent to see if the construction industry was a good fit for him. In 2012\, he transfer his market focus from residential framing to the General Contractor side.  Moved to AZ in 2014\, moving up from the role of superintendent\, into lead super and now currently General Superintendent.  Chris is responsible for these markets within Chasse Building Team: Commercial\, Municipal\, Higher Education and Joint Venture divisions.\nA Zoom link will be sent prior to the session.\n\n\n\nJD Allison\, Amalyn Consulting:\nJD serves as a valuable resource for companies when selecting benefits that best serve employees and team members. With more than 15 years in the industry\, JD works to find solutions for employers that prioritize wellness and mental health.\nHe earned his Mental Health First Aid Certification from National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and advocates for team members in getting the coverage they need.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/toolbox-for-the-mind-managing-mental-health/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health
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