Virtual

The Art of Supportive Leadership

  • June 06, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:00pm PDT

People rarely leave an organization; they leave their manager. Nearly all of us have worked for a poor manager at some point in our careers. And most of us have worked for a great one. The difference is night and day, especially for your most creative, productive employees. Learn proven approaches for inspiring the best from your staff and colleagues through the principles of supportive leadership.

Transition from Doing the Job to Manager

  • May 18, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PDT

Becoming a leader doesn't happen overnight; it is a process of learning and growth, both personal and professional. Leadership philosophies and styles can change over time and with experience. Although the early days of a new leadership position can be stressful, it is vital to the individual and the organization that they are successful. In this course, you will learn some of the issues that confront new managers and how to meet the goals of becoming a successful team leader.

Analyze Problems and Make Decisions

  • May 11, 2023 2:30pm  -  5:30pm PDT

This 3-hour Live Online workshop highlights several problem-solving tools and methods for gathering and analyzing data to make the process efficient and interactive. Decisions often need to be made quickly or under pressure which can stress individuals and teams. Learn to apply practical principles to minimize the stress that impedes sound decision-making.

On High Alert

  • April 25, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PDT

Increasingly, Owners, Managers & Supervisors are challenged with emotional, stressful & potentially volatile situations. Threats, high-risk terminations, and disgruntled & violent employees can become costly and dangerous if not handled properly. Faced with the need for quick decisions, fear often constrains their thinking as they attempt to sort through an overwhelming situation. In this highly facilitated session, participants become the investigators of real-world cases.

Avoiding Decision Fatigue

  • April 20, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PDT

Each day is made up of a string of minor and major decisions that can add up and lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, and being generally overwhelmed. As a result, people can make poor decisions, take longer to make decisions, or even avoid decision-making altogether. In this course, you will learn why it can be so challenging to make up your mind and how to make decisions more easily.

Control Your Calendar, Not Your Time

  • April 18, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:00pm PDT

Construction professionals, are you tired of struggling with time management? Our course teaches you how to ditch time management and use calendar management instead. Plus, you'll learn how to plan for and conquer the daily fire drills, chaos, and inevitable interruptions in construction. Use our Time Blocks technique to focus your energy on critical tasks, projects, and people and get more done in less time. Say goodbye to time management struggles and hello to productivity. Enroll now!

Transforming Customer Complaints to Opportunities

  • April 04, 2023 2:30pm  -  5:30pm PDT

This three-hour Live Online workshop provides useful strategies and guidelines for successfully resolving customer complaints. Using the Recovery Formula can help turn a complaint into an opportunity to create a loyal customer. Cross and up-selling opportunities can result from a well-handled complaint. Finally, examining the root causes of your common complaints can help you find ways to reduce or eliminate them. By effectively resolving complaints, you can reduce stress, build relationships, and improve customer loyalty and retention.

Supply Chain Management

  • March 30, 2023 2:00pm  -  5:00pm PDT

Nearly 40% of every dollar that runs through an organization is materials. However, the industry needs to pay more attention to the supply chain because the risk is in the labor rather than the materials. This session will explore how to leverage your supply chain better to not only drive down material prices and costs associated with the "ing's" of finding, buying, invoicing, payment, shipping, handling, etc., but also how to drive improvements in labor productivity through more effective use of your supply chain.

Succession Planning for You and Your Manager

  • March 07, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PST

Many leaders in key positions are becoming eligible for retirement. There is a great sense of urgency to plan to replace an essential talent proactively. The expense and risk of bringing in candidates from the outside are high. Compounding this problem, the supply of job-ready replacement candidates is often limited. If you’re unsure where to begin or are looking for a fresh approach to speed up the process, this webinar can help.

How to Make Networking Events Effective and Fun Even If You’re an Introvert

  • February 14, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:00pm PST

Are you looking to boost your networking skills and make meaningful connections with current and potential clients and industry partners? Our course has you covered with guidance on choosing suitable networking events and preparing to make a splash.

You'll learn how to perfect your elevator pitch and work a room. Plus, discover how to start and end conversations, read body language, and be likable and memorable.

Caltrans Liaison Meeting 2023 - Q2

  • June 13, 2023 9:00am  -  12:00pm PDT

The CA Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is the largest state DOT in the nation. The Caltrans-UCON Liaison Committee was established to provide a forum for contractors and Caltrans to improve business relations.

Topics include DBE challenges for all stakeholders, safety updates, materials testing, DRB processes, payment procedures, specification updates and more.

Join us for the 2nd quarterly hybrid meeting and engage with Caltrans officials at the highest levels to provide key industry input.

Caltrans Liaison Meeting 2023 - Q1

  • March 07, 2023 9:00am  -  12:00pm PST

The CA Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is the largest state DOT in the nation. The Caltrans-UCON Liaison Committee was established to provide a forum for contractors and Caltrans to improve business relations.

Topics include DBE challenges for all stakeholders, safety updates, materials testing, DRB processes, payment procedures, specification updates and more.

Join us for the 2023 first quarter hybrid meeting and engage with Caltrans officials at the highest levels to provide key industry input.

Safety & Insurance Committee Meeting May 2023

  • May 17, 2023 1:30pm  -  3:00pm PDT

The Safety & Insurance Committee provides the membership with information on safe operations in the industry, increases preventative safety programs, and reduction of liability expenses. The committee monitors and advocates on OSHA issues and develops new safety products for the membership. 

Topic: USA North 811 Update

Presented by: James Wingate, Executive Director

Safety & Insurance Committee Meeting April 2023

  • April 05, 2023 1:30pm  -  3:00pm PDT

Join this forum for an open collaborative best practices discussion on Tailgate Topics. Gain insights from your peers on best practices, tools and resources.
 

The Safety & Insurance Committee provides the membership with information on safe operations in the industry, increases preventative safety programs, and reduction of liability expenses. The committee monitors and advocates on OSHA issues and develops new safety products for the membership. 

Safety & Insurance Committee Meeting February 2023

  • February 22, 2023 1:30pm  -  3:00pm PST

The Safety & Insurance Committee provides the membership with information on safe operations in the industry, increases preventative safety programs, and reduction of liability expenses. The committee monitors and advocates on OSHA issues and develops new safety products for the membership. 

Topic:  Workplace Injury & Illness Loss Prevention – Safety and Workers’ Compensation Best Practices

Presented by:  Michael Heffernan and Jamie Mantzouranis, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.

Everything You Need to Know: Laborers (S. CA) MLA 2022-2026

UCON-Laborers (S. CA) Master Agreement 2022-2026 Overview

  • August 08, 2022 12:00pm  -  1:00pm PDT

Join us to review recently negotiated changes to the UCON-Laborers (S. CA) Master Agreement 2022-2026 that will impact payroll, operations, and your bottom line.

  • Bullet List of Class Objectives:
  • Review changes now found in the 2022-2026 UCON-Laborers (S. CA) Master Agreement
  • Discuss and answer topic-specific questions
  • Get critical insight on cost saving provisions and other compliance aspects of the new agreement

Everything You Need to Know: Laborers (N. CA) MLA 2022-2027

UCON-Laborers (N. CA) Master Agreement 2022-2027 Overview

  • August 01, 2022 12:00pm  -  1:00pm PDT

Join us to review recently negotiated changes to the UCON-Laborers (N. CA) Master Agreement 2022-2027 that will impact payroll, operations, and your bottom line.

Bullet List of Class Objectives:

  • Review changes now found in the 2022-2027 UCON-Laborers (N. CA) Master Agreement
  • Discuss and answer topic-specific questions
  • Get critical insight on cost-saving provisions and other compliance aspects of the new agreement

127 Hours: Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Your Team will Leave Inspired after hearing from Aron, the Subject of the Heart-Stopping Biographical Drama, 127 Hours.

  • November 02, 2022 2:30pm  -  3:30pm PDT

An extraordinary example of the human spirit pushed to the extreme, Aron’s legendary tale of survival and post-traumatic growth personifies resilience, perseverance, and the power of our minds.  Using evocative detail and bright humor, Ralston captivates and transports audiences into the intense darkness of his entrapment through to the euphoric release of his amputation. In his adept storytelling, the boulder that crushed his arm becomes a metaphor for the adversity we all experience in our personal and professional lives.