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SUMMARY:Field Leaders Conference\, April 2026
DESCRIPTION:MCAA Field Leaders Conference – Developing the Leaders Who Build Our Industry\n\n\n\nThe Field Leaders Conference is a three-day\, in-person program designed to elevate field professionals by strengthening the leadership\, communication\, and strategic skills essential for jobsite success. It is the place where field leaders discover their importance and value — not only as skilled tradespeople\, but as professionals and key members of the management team. \n\n\n\nThis immersive experience brings together field leaders from across the mechanical contracting industry for impactful learning\, collaboration\, and professional growth. \n\n\n\nLeadership & Professional Growth\n\n\n\nThe conference helps field leaders: \n\n\n\n\nView themselves as respected professionals\n\n\n\nUnderstand why their performance impacts the bottom line\n\n\n\nRecognize why customer relationships matter and their role as the “face of the company”\n\n\n\nEstablish tangible goals to guide their work and leadership\n\n\n\nLearn how to work smarter\, not harder\, through improved planning and communication\n\n\n\nUnderstand what it means to be an exceptional foreman\n\n\n\nBuild the confidence and skills needed to lead teams effectively\n\n\n\n\nCommunication & Jobsite Effectiveness\n\n\n\nParticipants gain tools for: \n\n\n\n\nNavigating crucial jobsite conversations\n\n\n\nMotivating and guiding crews\n\n\n\nProblem-solving using real-world field scenarios\n\n\n\nImproving communication across teams and departments\n\n\n\nStrengthening relationships with customers\, coworkers\, and leadership\n\n\n\n\nWhat Attendees Take Back With Them\n\n\n\nAttendees return to their companies with: \n\n\n\n\nReal-life tips and tools to immediately improve jobsite performance\n\n\n\nTechniques for handling difficult conversations with clarity and confidence\n\n\n\nA personalized action-item list to put their new knowledge into practice\n\n\n\nUpdated insights into tools\, technology\, and construction resources\n\n\n\nA growing network of peer leaders from across the country\n\n\n\nRenewed motivation\, purpose\, and leadership energy to excel at work and in life\n\n\n\n\nWhat Participants Are Saying\n\n\n\n“Everything in the conference was amazing and will truly help me in my career moving forward. I hope my company will send all of our foremen in the future!” \n\n\n\n“Very enlightening and eye-opening. It got me thinking differently about how I can better prepare myself and others behind me for future endeavors.” \n\n\n\n“It was a great conference with good information and exceptional speakers.” \n\n\n\n“The program was amazing\, I am very thankful I got the opportunity to attend.” \n\n\n\nWhen Is It?\n\n\n\nMCAA offers this three-day\, in-person program twice a year\, typically in the Spring and Fall. For more information on current offerings\, please visit the calendar of events. \n\n\n\nBuilding the Future of Field Leadership\n\n\n\nMCAA is committed to developing strong\, capable leaders who will shape the future of the mechanical contracting industry. The Field Leaders Conference equips field professionals with the mindset\, skills\, and confidence to lead with impact — today and far into the future.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/field-leaders-conference-april-2026/
LOCATION:InterContinental Houston\, an IHG Hotel\, 6750 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77030
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SUMMARY:MSCA Dispatcher Training Program\, Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Service dispatchers play a critical role in the successful operation of any HVACR service and plumbing service business. Make sure these crucial team members join MSCA for the Dispatchers Professional Development Training Program on April 13-14\, 2026 in Chicago\, IL.  \n\n\n\nThis updated program will help new and experienced dispatchers understand their vital role in their companies and advance their careers by enhancing their ability to contribute to your company’s success.  \n\n\n\nSchedule: Please note\, final schedule will be sent out prior to class. Small details may change\, but you can use this for planning travel purposes. Breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner provided on Monday\, April 13\, with breakfast and lunch provided on Tuesday\, April 14.   \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 12  Arrivals at leisure\, no planned activities  \n\n\n\nMonday\, April 13 7:30 a.m.  Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins 5:00 p.m. Class Ends  6:30 p.m. Dinner (Required)   \n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 14 7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins 2:00 p.m. Class Ends  Departures at leisure   \n\n\n\nHotel rate: $185/night  \n\n\n\nDaily Parking Fee: $44/night\, complimentary airport shuttle from Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) provided.   \n\n\n\nClosest Airport: Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)\, complimentary shuttle service to the hotel. About 4 miles\, 10 minute drive. \n\n\n\nNearby airport: Chicago Midway (MDW)\, about 30 miles\, 40 minute drive.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/msca-dispatcher-training-program-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel\, 5300 N River Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018
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SUMMARY:MSCA Sales Basecamp\, Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sales Basecamp is where it begins for entry-level service sales personnel. In this competitive and uncertain business landscape\, the rules of sales and customer engagement have changed. This two-day program will prepare this recent hire with relevant skills for time management and confidently selling HVACR services. Closing the deal is demystified with this course. \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\n\nBuilding trust with potential customers and dimensions for building relationships\n\n\n\nSuccessfully maneuvering through the prospecting process and accurately profiling customers\n\n\n\nAvoiding traps in proposal development\, and effectively linking features with needs\n\n\n\n\nRecommended Prerequisites: \n\n\n\n\nFor those new to the industry\, completing MSCA’s HVAC 101 online course is a must! This will catch you up on HVACR basics and increase your sales strengths!\n\n\n\nCompletion of your company’s onboarding activities so that you understand your company’s value proposition and core competencies will set you up for success in bringing your new sales skills back to the office.\n\n\n\nA virtual introduction to the class March 25\, 1:00pm EST– The link will be provided after registration is complete.\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: HVACR 101 online course does not have to be completed in order for sales personnel to attend this course. Sales Basecamp is open to all member companies\, and is an optional training.   \n\n\n\nSchedule: Please note\, final schedule will be sent out prior to class. Small details may change\, but you can use this for planning travel purposes. Breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner provided on Monday\, April 13\, with breakfast and lunch provided on Tuesday\, April 14.   \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 12  Arrivals at leisure\, no planned activities  \n\n\n\nMonday\, April 13 7:30 a.m.  Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins 5:00 p.m. Class Ends  6:30 p.m. Dinner (Required)   \n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 14 7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins 2:00 p.m. Class Ends  Departures at leisure   \n\n\n\nHotel rate: $185/night   \n\n\n\nDaily Parking Fee: $44/night\, complimentary airport shuttle from Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) provided.   \n\n\n\nClosest Airport: Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)\, complimentary shuttle service to the hotel. About 4 miles\, 10 minutes drive. \n\n\n\nNearby airport: Chicago Midway (MDW)\, about 30 miles\, 40 minutes drive.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/msca-sales-basecamp-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel\, 5300 N River Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018
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SUMMARY:MSCA Field Supervisors\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is an intensive two-day training program designed to give your service field supervisors (and your company) an edge in today’s challenging market. \n\n\n\nPlease note this class includes one day of instruction at Milwaukee Tool’s Research and Development facility in Milwaukee. Attendees will get to see a tour of the facility\, as well as attend an option Brewer’s Game with Dinner on Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026. If you stay for the game\, MSCA recommends you book your hotel reservation through Wednesday\, April 15. \n\n\n\nThe key role played by field supervisors has a direct impact on your bottom line. Often\, these highly qualified technicians are placed in this management position with virtually no management or leadership training. \n\n\n\nMSCA Field Supervisors\, sponsored by Milwaukee Tool\, is focused training designed specifically for improving the performance of service field supervisors. Using proven methods\, this program will advance skills in leadership\, coaching\, planning\, time management\, communication\, and motivational techniques\, all of which will give the field supervisor an edge and the confidence to deal with today’s workplace challenges. \n\n\n\nThis program is not a lecture\, but a hands-on program that uses real world exercises and video-recorded role plays that participants will be able to relate to. Attendees will easily incorporate the skills they learn from the seminar into their everyday responsibilities. Every participant who completes the program will receive a Certificate of Completion and a comprehensive workbook that can be used for years to come. This valuable workbook contains more than 100 sample forms\, procedures\, checklists and reports that field supervisors can use daily. \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\n\nTransition to management: The attributes of a successful service supervisor\n\n\n\nEstablishing effective time management habits: Understanding personal and environmental time wasters; how to implement a time management system you will actually use\n\n\n\nCommunication: The importance of improving inter-company communication\, using active listening to identify and solve problems\, the importance of documentation and follow-up\, and types of communication\n\n\n\nEstablishing job leadership: Eight core values of a successful supervisor and how to apply them; how to focus on quality\, safety\, customer service\, and profitability\n\n\n\nHow to coach and mentor for improved team performance: Develop a mentoring and coaching plan to improve worker commitment\, quality\, safety\, and customer service\n\n\n\nHow to properly delegate: The importance of holding all job stakeholders accountable\n\n\n\nHow to deal with difficult customers and employees in a professional manner\n\n\n\nUsing creative problem-solving to improve production and performance: Adopt a problem-solving system to resolve almost any issue\n\n\n\nDealing with conflict and negotiations skills\n\n\n\nSales management basics\n\n\n\nComplying with human resource issues\n\n\n\nPlanning\, goal-setting and productivity improvement: Establish a planning process to stay ahead of the job details  \n\n\n\n\nInstructor: \n\n\n\nKevin Dougherty:The program was developed by a task force of MSCA contractors in partnership with Kevin Dougherty\, who is the lead instructor for the program. Kevin has been a speaker in the construction industry for more than 20 years. \n\n\n\nHe represents a changing industry — aggressive\, realistic\, and open-minded. Kevin’s work experiences and education enable him to relate to today’s problems and provide tangible solutions in an easy to-listen-to style. He has taught thousands of people in various seminars \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\nPlease note\, final schedule will be sent out prior to class. Small details may change\, but you can use this for planning travel purposes. The last day to book your hotel room is Monday\, March 16\, 2026. Breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner provided on Monday\, April 13 and Tuesday\, April 14. \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 12Arrivals at leisure\, no planned activities \n\n\n\nMonday\, April 137:30 a.m.  Breakfast8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins5:00 p.m. Class Ends6:30 p.m. Dinner at hotel (Required) \n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 147:00 a.m.  Depart for Milwaukee Tool (transportation provided\, please don’t drive yourself)7:30 a.m. Breakfast8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins3:00 p.m. Milwaukee Tool Presentations and tour of facility5:00pm Class Ends Transportation back to Renaissance Milwaukee West \n\n\n\nDepartures at Leisure or Optional Milwaukee Tool Sponsored activity: \n\n\n\n6:00pm Dinner and Game viewing at Brewers Stadium \n\n\n\nHotel rate: $189/night Daily Parking Fee: $12/night\, or you can uber/taxi from the airport Closest Airport: Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)\, about 16 miles\, 20 minutes drive.  
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/msca-field-supervisors-2026/
LOCATION:Milwaukee Renaissance West\, 2300 N Mayfair Rd\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Field Leadership Course 13
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS IT?\n\n\n\n\nA new online program for new or aspiring field leaders.\n\n\n\nAn 8-week course made up of live lectures\, short assignments\, quizzes\, and video segments.\n\n\n\nAn overview of concepts and practices essential to running a successful mechanical jobsite.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n\n\n\n\nField leaders who have relatively little (0-2 years) experience running work.\n\n\n\nAnyone who has been identified as a potential future field leader.\n\n\n\nJourneyworkers and apprentices interested in becoming field leaders.\n\n\n\n\nWHAT DO PARTICIPANTS NEED TO ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?\n\n\n\n\nThe support of their MCAA contractor.\n\n\n\nThe consent of their direct supervisor to step away from their work area for 90 minutes each week to participate in the live online lecture.\n\n\n\nAn additional hour per week for completing weekly course requirements (assignments & quizzes).\n\n\n\nAccess to a laptop or tablet and a stable internet connection fast enough to allow for video streaming.\n\n\n\nAn email address to receive course information and reminders; a web browser to access the online course portal; and a Zoom account to join the lectures.\n\n\n\nA desire to learn and an interest in field leadership!\n\n\n\n\nHOW WAS THIS PROGRAM DEVELOPED?\n\n\n\n\nThe FFL is taught by senior field leaders with extensive experience running mechanical jobs.\n\n\n\nThe curriculum is built from the input of 42 mechanical field leaders from MCAA member companies across the country. The topics covered in this course were identified by these 42 experts as being the most important things for new field leaders to learn.\n\n\n\nEach lecture is a combination of best practices\, lessons learned\, and tips and tricks.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (weekly lecture attendance\, video assignments\, and quizzes)\, participants will receive an MCAA Foundations of Field Leadership diploma.\n\n\n\n\nCURRICULUM OVERVIEW BY TOPIC\n\n\n\n\nThe Field Leader’s Role\n\n\n\nProductivity & Goal Setting\n\n\n\nDocumentation & Communication\n\n\n\nPlanning & Scheduling\n\n\n\nRelationships\n\n\n\nSafety & Compliance\n\n\n\nTechnology As A Tool\n\n\n\nLeadership\n\n\n\n\nWHAT DO OUR RECENT GRADUATES HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR FFL EXPERIENCE?\n\n\n\nAbout the course overall: \n\n\n\n\n“This program gave me confidence by letting me by letting me know someone above saw my work ethic and thought I could become a leader. Also helping me take steps to become a good one.”\n\n\n\n“Very informative on the basics of field leadership. And the tips on how to be a good leader.”\n\n\n\n“I really enjoyed everything about it.”\n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructors: \n\n\n\n\n“I liked the [instructors] because they gave a lot of great stories/examples to better understand the material.”\n\n\n\n“It was nice to hear from people who know the trade and have been in our situations.”\n\n\n\n“I liked the personal stories they would tell that were relatable; making the information stick easier.”\n\n\n\n\nAbout the course content: \n\n\n\n\n“The class was very informative and provided plenty of information I could use to help myself in the future.”\n\n\n\n“I enjoyed the pointers followed with examples to help paint the picture for me to understand the topic.”\n\n\n\n“Informative and easy to understand.”\n\n\n\n\nPARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS\n\n\n\n\nShow up on time to lecture and attend all eight lectures in the program.\n\nWe understand that due to the nature of jobsite work\, participants may not be able to make it to all 8 live lectures. Participants may watch lecture recordings of up to two of the eight lectures\, provided they attend a minimum of 6 live lectures. \n\n\n\n\n\nWatch a weekly video clip and answer a few short questions about it.\n\n\n\nParticipate in lectures\, including the polls and short-answer chat questions during class.\n\n\n\nComplete all eight weekly quizzes by their deadlines.\n\n\n\nOn-time completion of all requirements is required for participants to receive an FFL Diploma.\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE DATES & TIME COMMITMENTS\n\n\n\n\nAn FFL course is 8 weeks long. Lectures take place once a week\, always on the same day of the week.\n\n\n\nLectures are 90-minutes long.\n\nThis includes 15 minutes for participants to put down their tools\, leave their worksite\, and log in via their laptop/tablet in a quiet place. Lecture begins 15min. after the hour.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/foundations-of-field-leadership-course-13/
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 97\, Week 1\, April 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \n\n\n\nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-97-week-1-april-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 98\, Week 1\, April 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \n\n\n\nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-98-week-1-april-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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SUMMARY:2026 NCPWB Annual Technical Conference
DESCRIPTION:The NCPWB Technical Committee Conference is held annually to provide a forum for exchanging technical information among attendees and to offer presentations on topics related to pipe welding. The committee meeting portion of the event covers topics such as policy and producers regarding the joint UA/NCPWB welder certification program and addresses chapter inquiries. In addition to the annual event\, chapter operation seminars are held every other year to educate chapter administrators about the policies/procedures associated with maintaining welder qualification records.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-ncpwb-annual-technical-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa\, 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78251
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SUMMARY:PIPM Class 34\, April-July 2026\, Tuesday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:What Is It?\n\n\n\n\nAn online program\, intended to be a precursor to the MCAA’s Institute for Project Management\, overseen by the same committee that manages the IPM and AIPM.\n\n\n\nA 12-week curriculum\, taught as a series of 90-minute classes\, covering topics fundamental to project management at an introductory level.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIndividuals on the project management track\, who have relatively little (0-3 years) experience.\n\n\n\nThis includes:\n\nAssistant Project Managers\n\n\n\nProject Engineers\n\n\n\nRecent college graduates\n\n\n\nEmployees transitioning from field to office\, or from estimating to project management\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Structure\n\n\n\n\nPre-IPM is designed and taught by 6 experienced contractors and professional instructors who have first-hand understanding of the challenges facing project managers\, and the skills required to meet those challenges.\n\n\n\nEach session is a combination of lecture and Q&A\, ensuring that students are involved in a dynamic learning experience.\n\n\n\nParticipants will complete weekly quizzes and homework assignments\, demonstrating what they have learned.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (lectures\, quizzes\, and homework)\, students will receive MCAA Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum Overview by Topic\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding The Project Manager’s Role\n\n\n\nPlanning: The Key to Successful Projects\n\n\n\nThe Project Manager’s Impact on Productivity\n\n\n\nKnowing Your Costs\, Catching Problems Early\, and Getting Paid\n\n\n\nDocumentation: Why Great Projects Need Great Records\n\n\n\nProject Scheduling: The Importance of Having a Clear Game Plan\n\n\n\nRelationships Are Everything: Understanding Yourself and Managing Others\n\n\n\nCareer Strategy and Conflict Management\n\n\n\nChange Orders 101: Identification\, Importance\, and Management\n\n\n\nTime Management & Personal Efficiency\n\n\n\nLeadership at All Levels: Your Ability to Influence Others\n\n\n\nProject Completion: Starting Strong and Finishing Stronger\n\n\n\n\nHow Will This Benefit My Workforce?\n\n\n\n\nThe Pre-IPM curriculum is designed to build participants’ understanding of key components of mechanical project management.\n\n\n\nPre-IPM will improve participants’ efficiency\, management skills\, and ability to adapt to change. Practical application is a core focus\, and participants will walk away from each session with new ideas and skills to apply to their jobs.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Requirements\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents must attend all 12 lectures. Lectures will not be recorded.\n\n\n\n\nStudents must complete all quizzes and submit all homework assignments by their respective deadlines to be eligible for Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nStudents must be able to participate on a computer (not a tablet or phone)\, with audio and video capability and a reliable high-speed internet connection that allows video streaming. Each student must be signed in on their own computer\, and must be prepared to come onscreen and ask/respond to questions.\n\n\nCourse Information\n\nPre-IPM is run once a year\, with multiple courses being offered during the same timeframe.\nAll 2026 courses will begin the week of April 27th and conclude the week of July 27th\, 2026.\n\nThere will be no classes the weeks of May 25th or June 29th\, due to holidays.\n\n\n‘Morning’ classes (even-numbered) will take place 11:00am-12:30pm EDT (8:00am-9:30am PDT).\n‘Afternoon’ classes (odd-numbered) will take place 2:30pm-4pm EDT (11:30am-1pm PDT).\nParticipants must attend all sessions to be eligible for certification.\n\n\n\n  \n  \nRegistration & Waitlist Information\n\nIf you have any questions or issues with registration (including payment)\, email events@mcaa.org\nTuition is payable online during registration. Refunds will not be issued after the first day of class\, nor for partial completion of the program.\nWhen the classes are filled\, we will maintain a waitlist in case of cancellations. If you would like to add yourself or someone from your company to the waitlist\, please complete and submit the form below.\nIf we receive a cancellation\, waitlist requests will be processed in the order in which they are received.\nYou will only be notified if we receive a cancellation in a class that you have indicated you are able to attend (please select all that apply in the waitlist form).
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/pipm-class-34-april-july-2026-tuesday-mornings/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260428T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260728T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060348
CREATED:20251007T225053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T155154Z
UID:17656-1777334400-1785283199@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:PIPM Class 35\, April-July 2026\, Tuesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:What Is It?\n\n\n\n\nAn online program\, intended to be a precursor to the MCAA’s Institute for Project Management\, overseen by the same committee that manages the IPM and AIPM.\n\n\n\nA 12-week curriculum\, taught as a series of 90-minute classes\, covering topics fundamental to project management at an introductory level.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIndividuals on the project management track\, who have relatively little (0-3 years) experience.\n\n\n\nThis includes:\n\nAssistant Project Managers\n\n\n\nProject Engineers\n\n\n\nRecent college graduates\n\n\n\nEmployees transitioning from field to office\, or from estimating to project management\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Structure\n\n\n\n\nPre-IPM is designed and taught by 6 experienced contractors and professional instructors who have first-hand understanding of the challenges facing project managers\, and the skills required to meet those challenges.\n\n\n\nEach session is a combination of lecture and Q&A\, ensuring that students are involved in a dynamic learning experience.\n\n\n\nParticipants will complete weekly quizzes and homework assignments\, demonstrating what they have learned.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (lectures\, quizzes\, and homework)\, students will receive MCAA Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum Overview by Topic\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding The Project Manager’s Role\n\n\n\nPlanning: The Key to Successful Projects\n\n\n\nThe Project Manager’s Impact on Productivity\n\n\n\nKnowing Your Costs\, Catching Problems Early\, and Getting Paid\n\n\n\nDocumentation: Why Great Projects Need Great Records\n\n\n\nProject Scheduling: The Importance of Having a Clear Game Plan\n\n\n\nRelationships Are Everything: Understanding Yourself and Managing Others\n\n\n\nCareer Strategy and Conflict Management\n\n\n\nChange Orders 101: Identification\, Importance\, and Management\n\n\n\nTime Management & Personal Efficiency\n\n\n\nLeadership at All Levels: Your Ability to Influence Others\n\n\n\nProject Completion: Starting Strong and Finishing Stronger\n\n\n\n\nHow Will This Benefit My Workforce?\n\n\n\n\nThe Pre-IPM curriculum is designed to build participants’ understanding of key components of mechanical project management.\n\n\n\nPre-IPM will improve participants’ efficiency\, management skills\, and ability to adapt to change. Practical application is a core focus\, and participants will walk away from each session with new ideas and skills to apply to their jobs.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Requirements\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents must attend all 12 lectures. Lectures will not be recorded.\n\n\n\n\nStudents must complete all quizzes and submit all homework assignments by their respective deadlines to be eligible for Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nStudents must be able to participate on a computer (not a tablet or phone)\, with audio and video capability and a reliable high-speed internet connection that allows video streaming. Each student must be signed in on their own computer\, and must be prepared to come onscreen and ask/respond to questions.\n\n\nCourse Information\n\nPre-IPM is run once a year\, with multiple courses being offered during the same timeframe.\nAll 2026 courses will begin the week of April 27th and conclude the week of July 27th\, 2026.\n\nThere will be no classes the weeks of May 25th or June 29th\, due to holidays.\n\n\n‘Morning’ classes (even-numbered) will take place 11:00am-12:30pm EDT (8:00am-9:30am PDT).\n‘Afternoon’ classes (odd-numbered) will take place 2:30pm-4pm EDT (11:30am-1pm PDT).\nParticipants must attend all sessions to be eligible for certification.\n\n\n\n  \n  \nRegistration & Waitlist Information\n\nIf you have any questions or issues with registration (including payment)\, email events@mcaa.org\nTuition is payable online during registration. Refunds will not be issued after the first day of class\, nor for partial completion of the program.\nWhen the classes are filled\, we will maintain a waitlist in case of cancellations. If you would like to add yourself or someone from your company to the waitlist\, please complete and submit the form below.\nIf we receive a cancellation\, waitlist requests will be processed in the order in which they are received.\nYou will only be notified if we receive a cancellation in a class that you have indicated you are able to attend (please select all that apply in the waitlist form).
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/pipm-class-35-april-july-2026-tuesday-afternoons/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060348
CREATED:20260320T111751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T155346Z
UID:32117-1777420800-1785369599@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:PIPM Class 37\, April-July 2026\, Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:What Is It?\n\n\n\n\nAn online program\, intended to be a precursor to the MCAA’s Institute for Project Management\, overseen by the same committee that manages the IPM and AIPM.\n\n\n\nA 12-week curriculum\, taught as a series of 90-minute classes\, covering topics fundamental to project management at an introductory level.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIndividuals on the project management track\, who have relatively little (0-3 years) experience.\n\n\n\nThis includes:\n\nAssistant Project Managers\n\n\n\nProject Engineers\n\n\n\nRecent college graduates\n\n\n\nEmployees transitioning from field to office\, or from estimating to project management\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Structure\n\n\n\n\nPre-IPM is designed and taught by 6 experienced contractors and professional instructors who have first-hand understanding of the challenges facing project managers\, and the skills required to meet those challenges.\n\n\n\nEach session is a combination of lecture and Q&A\, ensuring that students are involved in a dynamic learning experience.\n\n\n\nParticipants will complete weekly quizzes and homework assignments\, demonstrating what they have learned.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (lectures\, quizzes\, and homework)\, students will receive MCAA Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum Overview by Topic\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding The Project Manager’s Role\n\n\n\nPlanning: The Key to Successful Projects\n\n\n\nThe Project Manager’s Impact on Productivity\n\n\n\nKnowing Your Costs\, Catching Problems Early\, and Getting Paid\n\n\n\nDocumentation: Why Great Projects Need Great Records\n\n\n\nProject Scheduling: The Importance of Having a Clear Game Plan\n\n\n\nRelationships Are Everything: Understanding Yourself and Managing Others\n\n\n\nCareer Strategy and Conflict Management\n\n\n\nChange Orders 101: Identification\, Importance\, and Management\n\n\n\nTime Management & Personal Efficiency\n\n\n\nLeadership at All Levels: Your Ability to Influence Others\n\n\n\nProject Completion: Starting Strong and Finishing Stronger\n\n\n\n\nHow Will This Benefit My Workforce?\n\n\n\n\nThe Pre-IPM curriculum is designed to build participants’ understanding of key components of mechanical project management.\n\n\n\nPre-IPM will improve participants’ efficiency\, management skills\, and ability to adapt to change. Practical application is a core focus\, and participants will walk away from each session with new ideas and skills to apply to their jobs.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Requirements\n\n\n\n\nStudents must attend all 12 lectures. Lectures will not be recorded.\n\n\n\nStudents must complete all quizzes and submit all homework assignments by their respective deadlines to be eligible for Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\nStudents must be able to participate on a computer (not a tablet or phone)\, with audio and video capability and a reliable high-speed internet connection that allows video streaming. Each student must be signed in on their own computer\, and must be prepared to come onscreen and ask/respond to questions.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nRegistration & Waitlist Information\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or issues with registration (including payment)\, email events@mcaa.org\n\n\n\nTuition is payable online during registration. Refunds will not be issued after the first day of class\, nor for partial completion of the program.\n\n\n\nWhen the classes are filled\, we will maintain a waitlist in case of cancellations. If you would like to add yourself or someone from your company to the waitlist\, please complete and submit the form below.\n\n\n\nIf we receive a cancellation\, waitlist requests will be processed in the order in which they are received.\n\n\n\nYou will only be notified if we receive a cancellation in a class that you have indicated you are able to attend (please select all that apply in the waitlist form).
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/pipm-class-37-april-july-2026-wednesday-afternoons/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20260320T111909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T155318Z
UID:32119-1777420800-1785369599@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:PIPM Class 36\, April-July 2026\, Wednesday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:What Is It?\n\n\n\n\nAn online program\, intended to be a precursor to the MCAA’s Institute for Project Management\, overseen by the same committee that manages the IPM and AIPM.\n\n\n\nA 12-week curriculum\, taught as a series of 90-minute classes\, covering topics fundamental to project management at an introductory level.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIndividuals on the project management track\, who have relatively little (0-3 years) experience.\n\n\n\nThis includes:\n\nAssistant Project Managers\n\n\n\nProject Engineers\n\n\n\nRecent college graduates\n\n\n\nEmployees transitioning from field to office\, or from estimating to project management\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Structure\n\n\n\n\nPre-IPM is designed and taught by 6 experienced contractors and professional instructors who have first-hand understanding of the challenges facing project managers\, and the skills required to meet those challenges.\n\n\n\nEach session is a combination of lecture and Q&A\, ensuring that students are involved in a dynamic learning experience.\n\n\n\nParticipants will complete weekly quizzes and homework assignments\, demonstrating what they have learned.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (lectures\, quizzes\, and homework)\, students will receive MCAA Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum Overview by Topic\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding The Project Manager’s Role\n\n\n\nPlanning: The Key to Successful Projects\n\n\n\nThe Project Manager’s Impact on Productivity\n\n\n\nKnowing Your Costs\, Catching Problems Early\, and Getting Paid\n\n\n\nDocumentation: Why Great Projects Need Great Records\n\n\n\nProject Scheduling: The Importance of Having a Clear Game Plan\n\n\n\nRelationships Are Everything: Understanding Yourself and Managing Others\n\n\n\nCareer Strategy and Conflict Management\n\n\n\nChange Orders 101: Identification\, Importance\, and Management\n\n\n\nTime Management & Personal Efficiency\n\n\n\nLeadership at All Levels: Your Ability to Influence Others\n\n\n\nProject Completion: Starting Strong and Finishing Stronger\n\n\n\n\nHow Will This Benefit My Workforce?\n\n\n\n\nThe Pre-IPM curriculum is designed to build participants’ understanding of key components of mechanical project management.\n\n\n\nPre-IPM will improve participants’ efficiency\, management skills\, and ability to adapt to change. Practical application is a core focus\, and participants will walk away from each session with new ideas and skills to apply to their jobs.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Requirements\n\n\n\n\nStudents must attend all 12 lectures. Lectures will not be recorded.\n\n\n\nStudents must complete all quizzes and submit all homework assignments by their respective deadlines to be eligible for Pre-IPM certification.\n\n\n\nStudents must be able to participate on a computer (not a tablet or phone)\, with audio and video capability and a reliable high-speed internet connection that allows video streaming. Each student must be signed in on their own computer\, and must be prepared to come onscreen and ask/respond to questions.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration & Waitlist Information\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or issues with registration (including payment)\, email events@mcaa.org\n\n\n\nTuition is payable online during registration. Refunds will not be issued after the first day of class\, nor for partial completion of the program.\n\n\n\nWhen the classes are filled\, we will maintain a waitlist in case of cancellations. If you would like to add yourself or someone from your company to the waitlist\, please complete and submit the form below.\n\n\n\nIf we receive a cancellation\, waitlist requests will be processed in the order in which they are received.\n\n\n\nYou will only be notified if we receive a cancellation in a class that you have indicated you are able to attend (please select all that apply in the waitlist form).
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/pipm-class-36-april-july-2026-wednesday-afternoons/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260504T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20251115T015500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T131240Z
UID:17650-1777852800-1778111999@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:2026 PCA Plumbing Service Conference
DESCRIPTION:PCA\, the Plumbing Contractors of America\, is MCAA’s best resource for plumbing. The PCA Plumbing Service Conference is a must-attend event for contractors looking to enhance their service operations\, drive profitability\, and embrace innovation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHighlights of the PCA Plumbing Service Conference: \n\n\n\nWe’re excited to bring together the best and brightest leaders in the plumbing service industry to an opportunity to collaborate and learn. This year’s conference is packed with valuable insights and hands-on experiences to help your plumbing service team navigate the evolving landscape of the industry. Over two and half days gain valuable insights and skills on how to take your plumbing service to the next level. \n\n\n\nExclusive Access and Site Visit – Tour the impressive plumbing service labs at UA Local 440 while also learning the plumbing service operations from North Mechanical Contracting & Service Company. Contractor Panel Plumbing Service Best Practices – Hear from Plumbing Service leaders discussing plumbing service sales strategies\, field supervisor development and leadership\, automation practices in the office and field\, and other plumbing service best practices \n\n\n\nIndustry Expert-Led Education Sessions – from AI\, software implementation\, and plumbing service safety practices \n\n\n\nPeer – to – Peer Roundtable Breakouts – dive deep with your conference peers in small groups to discuss the most pressing issues in Plumbing Service today. \n\n\n\nDon’t Miss Out!
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-pca-plumbing-service-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Indianapolis\, 1 S Capitol Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20260323T205528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154948Z
UID:32234-1777939200-1778198399@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:HVAC/R Curriculum Workshop District-2
DESCRIPTION:Steamfitters Local 449 is hosting a 3-Day HVAC/R curriculum workshop to assist our sister locals who need help starting or expanding their HVAC/R program. \n\n\n\nIn the words of Ken Broadbent “Our greatest strength is each other.” \n\n\n\nThis is a hands-on workshop where teams will build a draft HVAC-R program plan they can take back to their training center! Including ready to use labs and resources. \n\n\n\nMonday May 4th. – Travel Day (Marriott Pittsburgh North)  \n\n\n\nTuesday May 5th. – breakfast buffet (7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nIntroductions\, share contact information \n\n\n\nTechnology Center Lab/Tour \n\n\n\nTraining program overview and initiatives \n\n\n\nGroup discussion: Where is your program now? Where can we help? \n\n\n\nBooks and resources \n\n\n\nTools and materials \n\n\n\n\nLunch buffet at the event center (12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nSelecting equipment for your lab and training center \n\n\n\nLab development\, creating student labs and worksheets (Part 1) \n\n\n\nThe “buy-in” instructors need time to prepare students for success \n\n\n\nCurriculum development workshop (Part 1) \n\n\n\n\nDinner reservations for group (6:00 p.m-9:00 p.m.)  \n\n\n\nWednesday May 6th. – Breakfast (7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nAlternative labs using Skill Mill \n\n\n\nCanvas \n\n\n\nApprentice evaluations using XOI \n\n\n\nCurriculum development workshop (Part 2) \n\n\n\nGroup discussion\, meeting your training center needs and goals \n\n\n\n\nLunch buffet at the event center (12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nLab development\, creating student labs and worksheets (Part 2) \n\n\n\nThe “contractor buy-in” Improve your communication \n\n\n\nAdditional HVACR classes\, nighttime\, High school\, Veteran \n\n\n\nAccelerated Service Training “AST” 10-week program \n\n\n\n\nThursday May 7th. – Breakfast (7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nSkill progression and instructional focus by apprenticeship year\, aligned to local contractor workforce needs \n\n\n\nCurriculum planning (instructional strategies\, pacing\, certifications\, and alignment to industry standards) \n\n\n\nMaterials and equipment progression (what is needed\, when\, and how it supports hands-on learning and safety) \n\n\n\nProgram effectiveness measures (assessment\, certifications\, evaluation\, and feedback loops) \n\n\n\n\nLunch buffet at the event center (12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.)  \n\n\n\n\nAnnual reflection and continuous improvement processes \n\n\n\nBudget considerations and priority action steps for the next 6–12 months \n\n\n\nClosing remarks \n\n\n\n\nFriday May 8th. – Safe Travels Home!  \n\n\n\nThe Steamfitters Local 449 technology Center is located at 230 Wise Road Harmony PA\, 16037. 
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/hvac-r-curriculum-workshop-district-2/
LOCATION:Steamfitters Technology Center\, 230 Wise Road\, Harmony\, PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260517T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20260320T132114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T132117Z
UID:32125-1778976000-1779407999@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:MSCA Service Managers Training Program\, Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get the management and leadership skills you need to help your company succeed during this intensive four-day program. Whether you have come up through the trades with little or no formal management training or you want to enhance your management skills to become a more effective leader\, this course is for you. Topics will include financial management\, communications\, coaching\, managing conflict\, motivating employees and more. A variety of small group activities\, assessment tools\, and skills-building exercises will help you apply the skills you learn in class\, preparing you to go back to the office ready to use what you’ve learned.   \n\n\n\nPlease note: A laptop is required for this class. Bring your laptop!  \n\n\n\nSchedule: Please note\, final schedule will be sent out prior to class. Small details may change\, but you can use this for planning travel purposes. Meals provided as indicated in the schedule.   \n\n\n\n Sunday\, May 17  \n\n\n\nArrivals at Leisure\, no planned activities  \n\n\n\nMonday\, May 18 \n\n\n\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins5:00 p.m. Class Ends6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Welcome reception Post reception\, dinner on own after (not provided)  \n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 19 \n\n\n\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins5:00 p.m. Class Ends Dinner on own (not provided)  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 20  \n\n\n\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins5:00 p.m. Class Ends6:00 p.m. Group Dinner  \n\n\n\nThursday\, May 21  \n\n\n\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast  8:00 a.m. Instruction Begins12:00 p.m. Class EndsDepartures at Leisure  \n\n\n\nHotel rate: $249/night Daily Valet Fee: $49/night. Closest Airport: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)\, 12 miles or about 20 minutes to get to the hotel.  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/msca-service-managers-training-program-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Loews Philadelphia\, 1200 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260608T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20240513T233823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T132424Z
UID:17595-1780876800-1781135999@dev.mcaa.org
SUMMARY:2026 WiMI Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual WiMI conference will feature exceptional speakers\, interactive educational sessions\, industry related roundtables and opportunities to build lasting relationships with fellow women in the mechanical industry. A full menu of educational offerings will help you discover all the opportunities this industry has to offer. From industry newcomers to executives\, and everyone in between\, this is the event to attend for all women in the mechanical contracting industry.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-wimi-conference/
LOCATION:Loews Coronado Bay Resort\, 4000 Coronado Bay Rd\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20250625T231106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T163404Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Converge
DESCRIPTION:The MCAA Converge isn’t just a meeting; it’s a meticulously crafted experience designed to address the unique needs of your company. Picture executive-to-executive meetings\, a melting pot of strategic discussions\, and an atmosphere buzzing with innovation. At Converge\, we redefine engagement\, offering a top-tier\, strategic experience that goes beyond the local level. Executives from 25 Manufacturers & Suppliers and 40 Member Contractors converge to explore a spectrum of topics: from current and future market conditions to upcoming significant projects\, emerging technologies\, and the invaluable art of relationship building.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-converge/
LOCATION:Innisbrook Resort\, 36750 U.S. Highway 19 North\, Palm Harbor\, FL\, 34684
CATEGORIES:Uncategorized
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SUMMARY:2026 AEC Best Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:The AEC Best Practices Conference is a three half-day educational program comprised of the chief executive officers and their senior subordinates from the MCAA-affiliated local associations. The conference provides industry-specific education\, exploring the legal\, accounting\, and business operation differences between non-profit organizations and other types of businesses. The AEC conference provides peer-to-peer learning and interaction with tools to manage organizations and operate them more effectively. Local association executives are strongly encouraged to attend.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-aec-best-practices-conference/
LOCATION:Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa\, 100 Boyes Blvd\, Sonoma\, CA\, 95476
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SUMMARY:2026 Fabrication Conference
DESCRIPTION:MCAA Fabrication conference is one of the most popular educational events of the year. The focus of the conference is on off-site manufacturing techniques\, processes and strategies. Each year the conference includes an operations tour with a full explanation of how the host contractor performs fabrication. This is paired with practical education sessions that feature contractors showcasing best in class case studies of their own operations from around the country. \n 
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-fabrication-conference/
LOCATION:Baltimore\, MD
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T235959
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SUMMARY:Field Leaders Conference\, September 2026
DESCRIPTION:MCAA Field Leaders Conference – Developing the Leaders Who Build Our Industry\nThe Field Leaders Conference is a three-day\, in-person program designed to elevate field professionals by strengthening the leadership\, communication\, and strategic skills essential for jobsite success. It is the place where field leaders discover their importance and value — not only as skilled tradespeople\, but as professionals and key members of the management team. \nThis immersive experience brings together field leaders from across the mechanical contracting industry for impactful learning\, collaboration\, and professional growth. \nLeadership & Professional Growth\nThe conference helps field leaders: \n\nView themselves as respected professionals\nUnderstand why their performance impacts the bottom line\nRecognize why customer relationships matter and their role as the “face of the company”\nEstablish tangible goals to guide their work and leadership\nLearn how to work smarter\, not harder\, through improved planning and communication\nUnderstand what it means to be an exceptional foreman\nBuild the confidence and skills needed to lead teams effectively\n\nCommunication & Jobsite Effectiveness\nParticipants gain tools for: \n\nNavigating crucial jobsite conversations\nMotivating and guiding crews\nProblem-solving using real-world field scenarios\nImproving communication across teams and departments\nStrengthening relationships with customers\, coworkers\, and leadership\n\nWhat Attendees Take Back With Them\nAttendees return to their companies with: \n\nReal-life tips and tools to immediately improve jobsite performance\nTechniques for handling difficult conversations with clarity and confidence\nA personalized action-item list to put their new knowledge into practice\nUpdated insights into tools\, technology\, and construction resources\nA growing network of peer leaders from across the country\nRenewed motivation\, purpose\, and leadership energy to excel at work and in life\n\nWhat Participants Are Saying\n“Everything in the conference was amazing and will truly help me in my career moving forward. I hope my company will send all of our foremen in the future!” \n“Very enlightening and eye-opening. It got me thinking differently about how I can better prepare myself and others behind me for future endeavors.” \n“It was a great conference with good information and exceptional speakers.” \n“The program was amazing\, I am very thankful I got the opportunity to attend.” \nWhen Is It?\nMCAA offers this three-day\, in-person program twice a year\, typically in the Spring and Fall. For more information on current offerings\, please visit the calendar of events. \nBuilding the Future of Field Leadership\nMCAA is committed to developing strong\, capable leaders who will shape the future of the mechanical contracting industry. The Field Leaders Conference equips field professionals with the mindset\, skills\, and confidence to lead with impact — today and far into the future.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/field-leaders-conference-september-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Portland\, 375 NE Holladay Street\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97232\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T235959
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CREATED:20250630T182805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T205710Z
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 97\, Week 2\, September 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-97-week-2-september-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
CREATED:20250630T183237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T122115Z
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 98\, Week 2\, September 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-98-week-2-september-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T235959
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CREATED:20240117T002130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T122347Z
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SUMMARY:2026 MCAA GreatFutures Forum
DESCRIPTION:During the annual GreatFutures Forum\, students from nearly 40 student chapters and MCAA member companies are invited to gather for three days of student-focused education sessions that highlight the mechanical contracting industry\, fun peer-to-peer relationship building and most importantly\, a chance to network during the Friday morning job fair.  Don’t miss your chance to meet your next great hire! \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION & HOTEL:\n\n\n\nRegistration is complimentary for MCAA student chapter members/ faculty advisors\, MCAA members\, affiliated association executives\, and GFF sponsors. \n\n\n\nRegistration will be available starting June 22nd and close August 25th. \n\n\n\nThe hotel block rate is $289+ taxes\, per night for either a Q/Q or King room. \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS:\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 24 \n\n\n\n\nAlumni Breakfast\n\n\n\nRegistration & Snack Station\n\n\n\nWelcome & Presidential Message\n\n\n\nWritten Communication: Tips for Improving Competition Scoring & Winning Future Bids\n\n\n\nTrivia Announcement\n\n\n\nInternal Communication: VitalCog Training\n\n\n\nPhysical Communication: Event Etiquette\n\n\n\nBuffet Dinner & Headshots\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 25 \n\n\n\n\nJob Fair Prep for Employers\n\n\n\nJob Fair Prep for Students\n\n\n\nJob Fair Breakfast\n\n\n\nMorning Announcements\n\n\n\nKeynote: Relatability into Relationships with Rachel DeAlto\n\n\n\nCompetition Skills: Service Contracts\n\n\n\nLunch Buffet\n\n\n\nThe Mechanical Puzzle Round 3\n\n\n\nTour Information\n\n\n\nStudent Chapter Presidents & FA/IA Meeting\n\n\n\nMurphy Company Tour\n\n\n\nCity Museum Dinner\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 26 \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast & Submit Trivia\n\n\n\nMorning Announcements\n\n\n\n2026-2027 Competition Introduction\n\n\n\nBuilding Your Chapter Roundtables\n\n\n\nTrivia Answers & Prizes\n\n\n\nFinal Wrap-Up
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-mcaa-greatfutures-forum/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, St. Louis\, 100 Carondelet Plaza\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63105
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Field Leadership Course 14
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS IT?\n\n\n\n\nAn online program for new or aspiring field leaders.\n\n\n\nAn 8-week course made up of live lectures\, short assignments\, quizzes\, and video segments.\n\n\n\nAn overview of concepts and practices essential to running a successful mechanical jobsite.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n\n\n\n\nField leaders who have relatively little (0-2 years) experience running work.\n\n\n\nAnyone who has been identified as a potential future field leader.\n\n\n\nJourneyworkers and apprentices interested in becoming field leaders.\n\n\n\n\nWHAT DO PARTICIPANTS NEED TO ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?\n\n\n\n\nThe support of their MCAA contractor.\n\n\n\nThe consent of their direct supervisor to step away from their work area for 90 minutes each week to participate in the live online lecture.\n\n\n\nAn additional hour per week for completing weekly course requirements (assignments & quizzes).\n\n\n\nAccess to a laptop or tablet and a stable internet connection fast enough to allow for video streaming.\n\n\n\nAn email address to receive course information and reminders; a web browser to access the online course portal; and a Zoom account to join the lectures.\n\n\n\nA desire to learn and an interest in field leadership!\n\n\n\n\nHOW WAS THIS PROGRAM DEVELOPED?\n\n\n\n\nThe FFL is taught by senior field leaders with extensive experience running mechanical jobs.\n\n\n\nThe curriculum is built from the input of 42 mechanical field leaders from MCAA member companies across the country. The topics covered in this course were identified by these 42 experts as being the most important things for new field leaders to learn.\n\n\n\nEach lecture is a combination of best practices\, lessons learned\, and tips and tricks.\n\n\n\nUpon completion of all course requirements (weekly lecture attendance\, video assignments\, and quizzes)\, participants will receive an MCAA Foundations of Field Leadership diploma.\n\n\n\n\nCURRICULUM OVERVIEW BY TOPIC\n\n\n\n\nThe Field Leader’s Role\n\n\n\nPlanning & Scheduling\n\n\n\nDocumentation & Communication\n\n\n\nProductivity & Goal Setting\n\n\n\nRelationships\n\n\n\nSafety & Compliance\n\n\n\nTechnology As A Tool\n\n\n\nLeadership\n\n\n\n\nWHAT DO OUR RECENT GRADUATES HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR FFL EXPERIENCE?\n\n\n\nAbout the course overall: \n\n\n\n\n“This program gave me confidence by letting me by letting me know someone above saw my work ethic and thought I could become a leader. Also helping me take steps to become a good one.”\n\n\n\n“Very informative on the basics of field leadership. And the tips on how to be a good leader.”\n\n\n\n“I really enjoyed everything about it.”\n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructors: \n\n\n\n\n“I liked the [instructors] because they gave a lot of great stories/examples to better understand the material.”\n\n\n\n“It was nice to hear from people who know the trade and have been in our situations.”\n\n\n\n“I liked the personal stories they would tell that were relatable; making the information stick easier.”\n\n\n\n\nAbout the course content: \n\n\n\n\n“The class was very informative and provided plenty of information I could use to help myself in the future.”\n\n\n\n“I enjoyed the pointers followed with examples to help paint the picture for me to understand the topic.”\n\n\n\n“Informative and easy to understand.”\n\n\n\n\nPARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS\n\n\n\n\nShow up on time to lecture and attend all eight lectures in the program.\n\nWe understand that due to the nature of jobsite work\, participants may not be able to make it to all 8 live lectures. Participants may watch lecture recordings of up to two of the eight lectures\, provided they attend a minimum of 6 live lectures. \n\n\n\n\n\nWatch a weekly video clip and answer a few short questions about it.\n\n\n\nParticipate in lectures\, including the polls and short-answer chat questions during class.\n\n\n\nComplete all eight weekly quizzes by their deadlines.\n\n\n\nOn-time completion of all requirements is required for participants to receive an FFL Diploma.\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE DATES & TIME COMMITMENTS\n\n\n\n\nAn FFL course is 8 weeks long. Lectures take place once a week\, always on the same day of the week.\n\n\n\nLectures are 90-minutes long.\n\nThis includes 15 minutes for participants to put down their tools\, leave their worksite\, and log in via their laptop/tablet in a quiet place. Lecture begins 15min. after the hour.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/foundations-of-field-leadership-course-14/
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SUMMARY:ALI Course 26\, Week 1
DESCRIPTION:This two-week executive leadership program is custom designed to develop the talents and business networks of leaders in the mechanical contracting industry. ALI is held at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business in Chapel Hill\, which is ranked #2 in the nation for ‘Custom Executive Education’ and #1 for ‘Best Value in Executive Education’. The  program is highly interactive and workshop-based\, with a focus on helping senior industry leaders develop and practice skills and proven strategies that can be immediately applied to the day-to-day challenges of running a company or business unit. \nLearn more and download the application.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ali-course-26-week-1/
LOCATION:Kenan-Flagler School of Business\, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, 300 Kenan Center Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T235959
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SUMMARY:UA/MCAA Mental Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ua-mcaa-mental-health-summit/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Washington\, 1000 H Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261022T235959
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 99\, Week 1\, October 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-99-week-1-october-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261019T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T235959
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SUMMARY:IPM Class 100\, Week 1\, October 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is a unique educational opportunity designed by mechanical contractors\, for mechanical contractors. The two-week program provides intensive\, in-depth coverage of topics essential to successful mechanical project management. The IPM is designed to provide attendees with real-world skills that can be taken back to their companies and immediately applied. Taught as a combination of lecture and workshops\, sessions are presented by both industry experts & professional educators\, all of whom have practical experience in the field of mechanical contracting. The IPM curriculum is constantly evaluated and developed to keep pace with the current demands of the industry. The IPM also provides peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities that are every bit as valuable as the in-classroom learning. \nIf your project manager has a lot of experience\, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ipm-class-100-week-1-october-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, TX\, Austin\, TX
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261111T235959
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SUMMARY:2026 MSCA Annual Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Explore critical topics such as management\, personnel\, finance\, service technology\, training\, and recruiting issues. This is the only industry conference specifically geared to service companies and the unique challenges and issues they face. Also included is an exhibit of products and services that can help you run your business more efficiently. Education sessions will help you make your time\, resources\, and personnel go farther. Plus\, there are expanded opportunities for structured networking and peer group discussions as well as numerous social events. \n 
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/2026-msca-annual-education-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott Austin Downtown\, 304 East Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261119T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T060349
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T205624Z
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SUMMARY:ALI Course 26\, Week 2
DESCRIPTION:This two-week executive leadership program is custom designed to develop the talents and business networks of leaders in the mechanical contracting industry. ALI is held at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business in Chapel Hill\, which is ranked #2 in the nation for ‘Custom Executive Education’ and #1 for ‘Best Value in Executive Education’. The  program is highly interactive and workshop-based\, with a focus on helping senior industry leaders develop and practice skills and proven strategies that can be immediately applied to the day-to-day challenges of running a company or business unit. \nLearn more and download the application.
URL:https://dev.mcaa.org/event/ali-course-26-week-2/
LOCATION:Kenan-Flagler School of Business\, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, 300 Kenan Center Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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