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wed08febAll Daythu09SuperCon '23Our largest event of the year
Don’t miss out on this excellent professional development opportunity for contractors — SuperCon — at the Glacier Canyon
Don’t miss out on this excellent professional development opportunity for contractors — SuperCon — at the Glacier Canyon Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells! Learn how you can improve your business with professional development sessions in supervisory, project management, leadership, management, safety, marketing, and business development.
February 8 will include many management and business development sessions as well as daylong management/supervisory sessions. February 9 will include the construction workers’ safety conference and management and business development sessions.
february 8 (Wednesday) - 9 (Thursday)
Glacier Canyon Conference Center
45 Hillman Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
fri17feb7:00 amfri11:30 amFA/CPR Training - Madison
Gold Cross FA/CPR This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other
Gold Cross FA/CPR
This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.
Classes are limited to 14 participants!
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(Friday) 7:00 am - 11:30 am CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
tue21feb7:30 amtue3:30 pmSafety Leader 101
The Safety Leader 101 program provides ABC of Wisconsin member supervisors with building blocks needed to develop high-quality safety supervisors and managers into safety leaders. The program consists of
The Safety Leader 101 program provides ABC of Wisconsin member supervisors with building blocks needed to develop high-quality safety supervisors and managers into safety leaders. The program consists of six interactive modules taught by industry leaders, providing the tools to develop and implement safety programs at their company. The program runs a total of six days from February 21 to July 18, 2023.
Prerequisite – Valid completion certificate from OSHA 30 Hour Course
Who Should Enroll?
This program is for anyone who supervises others while having responsibility for safety. This includes foremen, supervisors, and project managers. Company owners are welcome.
Registration Deadline: February 15, 2023
Class Times: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Registration Fees: $1,400 for the first registrant from an ABC-member company; $1,200 for each additional registrant
Location: Consolidated Construction, 4300 N. Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54913
(Tuesday) 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Consolidated Construction
4300 N. Richmond St
Laura Mael, Director of Recruiting with Parento’s Talent, a Lift Consulting Company, will dive into the common mistakes she has seen companies make in the hiring process. We know there
Laura Mael, Director of Recruiting with Parento’s Talent, a Lift Consulting Company, will dive into the common mistakes she has seen companies make in the hiring process. We know there is more work to do and less people to do it. When you have a great candidate interested in working for your company, the last thing you want is to turn them off with a bad hiring process. Culture plays a key role in a great approach to hiring. You’ll walk away with strategies to implement and a fresh approach to your hiring practices.
Objectives:
1. Identify the mistakes you make in the hiring process.
2. Discover key strategies for improving your hiring process.
3. Identify how culture impacts your success in hiring.
This webinar is free to ABC members only.
Director of Recruiting
Leads the recruiting division at Lift Consulting, experienced as a recruiter, career services director, and a career coach. Motivated to help find the right talent for the right role. Holds an undergraduate degree from the UW Madison and their certificate as a Global Career Development Professional, and a Women in Leadership Certificate from Cornell University.
Director of Recruiting
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online
thu23feb7:00 amthu12:30 pm10-hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health Outreach 2/23 & 3/2
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on February 23 & March 2, 2023 in the Milwaukee area. Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on February 23 & March 2, 2023 in the Milwaukee area.
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
Classes can be canceled due to low registration numbers.
Facilities will not be secured until we have enough attendees to hold each training.
Confirmations will be sent with full location details.
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(Thursday) 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
Milwaukee Area
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wed01mar8:00 amwed9:00 amConstruction Industry Safety Update with Don Moen
ABC of Wisconsin is hosting an online Construction Industry Safety Update meeting (fka Safety Breakfast) open to all member company management team members at no cost. The hour-long session will
ABC of Wisconsin is hosting an online Construction Industry Safety Update meeting (fka Safety Breakfast) open to all member company management team members at no cost. The hour-long session will provide the latest on safety matters relevant to construction. Your construction site managers are welcome to connect for this meeting with ABC of Wisconsin safety expert Don Moen. This meeting will be held via Zoom.
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Don Moen, with a degree in safety from UW-Platteville, has more than 35 years of construction-related safety experience. He was head of the safety and human resources department for a Fortune 200 company’s construction division in eight locations across the U.S. He managed the operations, safety and HR for his own construction and manufacturing company in Wisconsin and Minnesota and is an OSHA-authorized instructor.
ABC of Wisconsin
(Wednesday) 8:00 am - 9:00 am
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fri03mar9:00 amfri3:30 pm10-hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health Outreach 3/3 & 3/10
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on March 3 & 10, 2023 in the Eau Claire area. Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on March 3 & 10, 2023 in the Eau Claire area.
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
Classes can be canceled due to low registration numbers.
Facilities will not be secured until we have enough attendees to hold each training.
Confirmations will be sent with full location details.
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(Friday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Eau Claire Area
thu16mar8:00 amthu3:30 pmProject Coordinator Series
Program Overview The project coordinator/assistant project manager position is extremely important to the construction process because he/she must understand the industry and their important role in the construction process.
Program Overview
The project coordinator/assistant project manager position is extremely important to the construction process because he/she must understand the industry and their important role in the construction process. As an integral member of the construction team, the project coordinator must be organized, detail-oriented and able to handle project documents, including contracts, progress reports, and closeout documents.
Who Should Attend
The program is ideal for individuals who work with project managers. It is good for anyone seeking to expand knowledge and skills in project coordination, especially for persons having a few months to a few years of experience in the position.
All classes are 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
ABC of Wisconsin Professional Development Center
5330 Wall Street, Madison WI
Registration Fee
$1,500 for first registrant;
$1,200 for each additional registrant from the same company
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(Thursday) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
thu16mar8:00 amthu3:30 pmProject Coordinator: Introduction to Project Coordination (course 1 of 6)
About this class: This is a high-level overview of the construction industry and the coordinator’s role in the construction process, including the different types of contractors and subcontractors, project
About this class: This is a high-level overview of the construction industry and the coordinator’s role in the construction process, including the different types of contractors and subcontractors, project life cycle and an intro to plans and specs. It digs deep into project management necessary to deliver projects on time and on budget.
Who should attend: The program is ideal for individuals who work with project managers. It is good for anyone seeking to expand knowledge and skills in project coordination, especially for persons having a few months to a few years of experience in the position.
The fee is $299 per person
Note: This is course 1 of the 6-course Project Coordinator Program, but can be taken as a stand-alone course.
(Thursday) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
thu23mar8:00 amthu3:30 pmProject Coordinator: Working with Construction Documents (course 2 of 6)
About this Class: This session covers the types of planning documents in construction, including proposals and permits. It covers the stages in the typical project and the importance of developing
About this Class: This session covers the types of planning documents in construction, including proposals and permits. It covers the stages in the typical project and the importance of developing a proactive process of obtaining, processing, and maintaining these documents. It will break down documentation requirements for an entire project and covers the process of properly closing out a project.
Who should attend: The program is ideal for individuals who work with project managers. It is good for anyone seeking to expand knowledge and skills in project coordination, especially for persons having a few months to a few years of experience in the position.
The fee is $299 per person
Note: This is course 2 of the 6-course Project Coordinator Program, but can be taken as a stand-alone course.
Gretchen grew up in the construction industry with her family construction business, She graduated UW-Platteville with a B.S. in Industrial Technology Management in an emphasis in Building Construction Management. After graduation, Gretchen worked at IIW, P.C. as Construction Services Team Leader and managed DOT projects in the tri-state area.
Gretchen is currently serving as Co-Program Coordinator in the Construction Management Program and a lecturer in the Construction Management and Construction Safety Management Program. Likewise, she is the Construction Management Association Student Organization Advisor and is the ABC Construction Management Competition Advisor.
(Thursday) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
fri24mar7:00 amfri1:00 pmQualified Rigger & Crane Signal Person Training - Madison
This 6-hour class: – Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person – Includes written and practical training and testing – Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion Facility will
This 6-hour class:
– Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person
– Includes written and practical training and testing
– Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion
Facility will be secured once minimum attendance number is reached. Confirmations will be sent out at that time to all registered attendees.
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(Friday) 7:00 am - 1:00 pm CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
thu30mar8:00 amthu3:30 pmProject Coordinator: Communication, Negotiation, & Time Management (3 of 6)
About this class: Participants learn about the communication model, the power of active listening and having successful meetings. It covers various communication channels and what is appropriate for each. It
About this class: Participants learn about the communication model, the power of active listening and having successful meetings. It covers various communication channels and what is appropriate for each. It teaches participants how to negotiate with a purpose and the art of influence. It also covers the value of time and how time is critical for construction projects.
Who should attend: The program is ideal for individuals who work with project managers. It is good for anyone seeking to expand knowledge and skills in project coordination, especially for persons having a few months to a few years of experience in the position.
The fee is $299 per person
Note: This is course 3 of the 6-course Project Coordinator Program, but can be taken as a stand-alone course.
The Construction Classroom
Mike has more than 40 years construction owner and manager experience. He has served on the ABC of Wisconsin Board of Directors and was instrumental in establishing the ABC Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship program, having taught the program for several years. Currently, Mike teaches several construction leadership and management courses for ABC Wisconsin. He travels the United States and Canada teaching construction professionals and sharing a lifetime of “real experiences” in and personal enthusiasm for construction. Mike is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a degree in Business Management.
The Construction Classroom
(Thursday) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
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