Foreman Fundamentals is a course for those who are transitioning to a supervisory/managerial/leadership role in the construction industry. This course provides participants with knowledge they need to understand their new role and to start building their leadership skills.

Who should attend:   This introductory course has been designed for those with proven technical knowledge/skills who are new to or preparing for a role supervising or leading others. Titles of those who can benefit from the course include, but are not limited to Leadman, Assistant Crew Leader, Crew Leader, Foreman, and Supervisor.

Format

ABC of Wisconsin uses the GoToWebinar format for online classes. The series is $189 and consists of four, 2- hour live online modules that provides participants with the knowledge they need to build their supervisory skills. Once a person has registered and is approved, an invitation will be sent. Click on the link at the appropriate time and follow the prompts.

Before each module starts, a PDF of the workbook will be sent to download. Note: the workbook will be in an editable format, but we recommend you work from a hard copy if possible.

The instructor for this class is Michael Somers of The Construction Classroom.

Outline:

1. Challenges for the New Foreman – Monday, January 3, 2022, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT/6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT. Every new position has unique challenges, especially in the construction industry. There are several common issues new leaders must face, including preparing for a new position, building a culture of effective leadership, and the fundamentals of goal setting.
2. Crew Member to Crew Leader– Tuesday, January 4, 2022, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT/6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT. Most advancements to supervisory positions are given to those who have shown proficiency in putting work in place efficiently. Supervisory leadership requires a completely different set of skills and typically comes with new responsibilities. We will discuss how leaders get things done through members of their team.
3. The Working Foreman – Wednesday, January 5, 2022, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT/6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT. What does a successful transition look like? Often the first step is to be a working foreman who still works with the tools or an assistant crew leader, with a small crew. We will discuss what the expectations are for this type of position and ways of progressively increasing your percentage of leadership duties.
4. The New Leader – Thursday, January 6, 2022, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT/6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT. What are the differences between management, supervision, and leadership? We will discuss the competencies required for all three of these aspects of a crew leader’s position. Also, what are typical construction costs? What can a field leader do to help control costs to meet projected budgets on a project?

This is your chance to see the WORLD CHAMPS!

Happy hour + tickets to game are included. $100 per person includes ticket to the Bucks v. Memphis Grizzlies game, food and beverages during a private happy hour.

Happy hour will be held at Bottle House 42 (1130 N 9th St, Milwaukee WI) from 5 pm -6:45 pm.
Game time is at 7 pm (short walk from Bottle House 42 to the Fiserv Forum).

Only 55 tickets available – first come, first serve!

EVENT SPONSORS:

ABC will salute the quality and professionalism of merit contractors in Wisconsin during the annual Projects of Distinction Awards Banquet at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee. This year’s banquet on Jan. 27, 2022 will recognize 55 distinct projects. A social will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the awards program at 7:30 p.m. A coat and tie are requested for business formal attire.