Grasping the Fundamentals – Full Program Registration Build a solid foundation in construction by enrolling in the full Grasping the Fundamentals series. This eight-class program introduces attendees to the essential elements that shape every construction project, helping participants understand how each discipline and process fits into the larger picture of the industry. By registering […]
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This Academy session walks attendees through the lifecycle of the two most common legal proceedings in the construction industry: civil lawsuits and arbitrations. The goal is to equip attendees with a clear understanding of both types of dispute resolution — what they are, how they differ, and what to expect if a dispute arises. Attendees
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This Academy session introduces the fundamentals of lien law and bond claims — key tools that protect financial rights in construction projects. Attendees will learn how to send Preliminary and Supplemental Notices, understand the basics of Arizona Lien Waivers, and know how to file Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims, and Leasehold Interest Liens. The session also
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This Academy session introduces the connection between contract structures and the monthly payment application process, helping attendees understand how general contractors and subcontractors are paid throughout a project. Attendees will learn about the various contract types, how pay applications work and the role they serve, how construction companies manage payments, and how these elements work
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This class, led by Matt Waller of PopeWaller, introduces how finances work in the construction industry and why understanding them is essential to every project’s success. Attendees will gain a foundational understanding of the accounting process in construction, learn key financial terms, explore concepts like underbillings and overbillings, and see how financial management impacts each
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This class introduces the development process for land prior to vertical construction. Using a real project case study, attendees will explore the critical preparation steps that make commercial construction possible — including zoning, surveying, and engineering. Hear directly from experts who navigate these early stages to set projects up for success. This Academy session is
This session walks through how a construction project takes shape — from planning and execution to completion and facility management. Attendees will explore each phase of a project, including early project planning, construction execution, and the post-construction steps involved in facility management. Learn how each stage connects, what happens at key milestones, and who’s involved
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Learn how construction firms pursue and secure work. Understanding the Proposal Process explains proposals, interviews, and the selection process — essential context for anyone seeking a full understanding of how the industry operates, even if you’ll never write a proposal or sit in an interview. The Academy for Construction Excellence presents an 8-class series for
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This session launches the Academy’s Grasping the Fundamentals series. In this class, taught by Anthony Jeffers of Hensel Phelps and Danielle Feroleto of Small Giants, with a combined 50+ years experience, participants learn the structure and interconnectedness of the industry of commercial real estate. In this 2.5 hour introduction class, attendees will learn about important
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This session launches the Academy’s “Construction 101: Grasping the Fundamentals” series. In this class, taught by Anthony Jeffers of Hensel Phelps and Danielle Feroleto of Small Giants, with a combined 50+ years experience, participants learn the structure and interconnectedness of the industry of commercial real estate. Attendees learn important vocabulary/definitions, acronyms, roles on a jobsite, key
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