BA Members Continue to Grow Through Construction Education Institute
Did you know that your membership with the Builders Association affords continuing education opportunities with the Construction Education Institute? Classes at CEI change as new technologies and topics emerge and are taught by the industry's most respected instructors; in-seat fees are just $100 for members of the Builders Association. Some relevant seminars are highlighted below. You can find more classes and register here.
Understanding the Cost of Doing Work
October 13, 2017 | Noon - 4pm
What are the true costs of performing work? During this seminar, we will investigate direct and indirect
costs associated with an estimate or project. Some of those costs are fixed and others variable.
These costs must be indentified and calculated in the bid. We will examine the need for a company to
constantly monitor and control all costs. What are the effects of a cost control program for some areas
of the company, and how does it affect your company’s ability to be competitive in the job market? It is
extremely important for an Estimator to understand all costs associated with a project and how their
company’s performance affects bidding practices.
Fundamentals for Project Managers- Part I
November 3, 2017 | 8am - 4pm and November 4, 2017 | 7am - 3pm
Project management is a pivotal responsibility on every job. Yet, until recently, there was very little training
for existing project managers, especially those just starting out. This course is designed for project
managers who have less than five years of project management experience, little or no formal project
management training, or employees who are not presently project managers but have the potential
to become a project manager. This intensive course will review all the basics of project management
including: material management and site planning, conducting an effective turnover meeting, preconstruction
planning, job cost control, project billings and maintaining positive cash flow.