Career Stage: Project Manager

IPM Class 95, Week 1, October 2025

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.

If your project manager has a lot of experience, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.

IPM Class 96, Week 2, January 2026

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.

If your project manager has a lot of experience, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.

IPM Class 95, Week 2, January 2026

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.

If your project manager has a lot of experience, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.

IPM Class 94, Week 2, September 2025

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.

If your project manager has a lot of experience, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.

IPM Class 93, Week 2, September 2025

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.

If your project manager has a lot of experience, you may want to consider the Advanced IPM class.

Advanced IPM Class 21, January 2025

Advanced Institute for Project Management was established to further develop the project management skills of experienced mechanical industry project managers.

The course provides five days of intensive, advanced level study designed to make even the most experienced project managers more productive and their jobs more profitable.

With the industry’s top instructors leading the way, AIPM students will obtain a highly advanced level of education on leadership, how to keep clients forever, legal issues on difficult jobs, insurance and bonding, how to stay on top of scheduling and productivity impacts, negotiating skills for avoiding litigation, and operational management.

Project Manager Training (PMT) Seminars

These seminars are a must for all Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Estimators looking to learn and enhance their skillset.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Seminars taught by Troy Aichele include:

  • PMT 101: Change Order Bootcamp
  • PMT 102: Mechanical Blueprint Reading
  • PMT 103: Estimating
  • PMT 104: Scheduling from an MEP Perspective
  • PMT 105: How to Build a Mechanical Schedule
  • PMT 106: Managing the Fabrication, Shop Drawings & BIM Process
  • PMT 107: Turnover, Kick-Off and Pre-Construction Planning Meetings
  • PMT 108: Project Interviews – Preparation is the Separation
  • PMT 109: Best Leadership Practices for Project Managers
  • PMT 110: Difficult Conversations, Feedback, and Delegation
  • PMT 111: Situational Leadership and Team Building

2025 WiMI Conference

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.

2025 NCPWB Annual Technical Conference/Committee Meeting

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.

2030 MSCA Annual Education Conference

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.

 

2026 MSCA Annual Education Conference

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.

 

2025 MSCA Annual Education Conference

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.

 

2027 MSCA Annual Education Conference

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.

 

Legal and Risk Management (LRM) Seminars

The Legal and Risk Management Seminars were created to help contractors better understand the risks imposed on their company throughout a contract and how to handle them. Learn how to identify risks, shift risks and negotiate terms, deal with government contracts, handle labor and best practices to maintain an ethics and compliance program.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Classes taught by Charles F. Mitchell include:

LRM 101: Killer Contract Clauses 
LRM 102: Project Risk Management
LRM 103: Fundamentals of Federal Government Contracting
LRM 104: Change Order and Claim Management
LRM 105: Labor and Employment Disputes
LRM 106: Ethics and Compliance
LRM 107: Financially Distressed Contractors

Leadership Access Institute (LAI)

The Leadership Access Institute is designed for emerging & high potential leaders, executives, managers and supervisors. It is here to help them communicate better as well as solve problems, negotiate, understand diversity in the workplace, handle conflicts and understand better business etiquette.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Classes taught by C. Richard Barnes include:

LAI 101: Foundational, Essential and Transformative Skills (Part 1) 
LAI 102: Foundational, Essential and Transformative Skills (Part 2)
LAI 103: Strategic Negotiation Skills (Session 1) 
LAI 104: Strategic Negotiation Skills (Session 2) 
LAI 105: Leading Focused Conversations
LAI 106: Briefing, Educational and Speech Techniques (Part 1)
LAI 107: Advanced Public Speaking Skills

2028 MCAA Annual Convention

The MCAA Annual Convention is the highlight of the association’s year. With a reputation as the industry’s premier educational event, the MCAA Convention offers something for all members. Attendees will experience a first class trade show featuring the members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council, social functions that never cease to amaze and delight, exceptional education seminars and the chance to network and connect with industry peers. Don’t miss the opportunity to see what your trade association can do for you.

2026 MCAA Annual Convention

The MCAA Annual Convention is the highlight of the association’s year. With a reputation as the industry’s premier educational event, the MCAA Convention offers something for all members. Attendees will experience a first class trade show featuring the members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council, social functions that never cease to amaze and delight, exceptional education seminars and the chance to network and connect with industry peers. Don’t miss the opportunity to see what your trade association can do for you.

Field and Foreman Leadership Development (FFLD) Seminars

This series will highlight how interactions with coworkers, other tradespeople and the end users can help (or hurt) the direct cost of union tradespeople. As well as how decisions impact safety, insurance, profits and overall company culture at every level of a project. The communication and cooperation between the Project Manager, Detailing Department (VDC) and field leadership sets the tone for the success of any organization. This session will educate ALL sides on what the other is dealing with on a daily basis to better understand how their roles can be improved through leadership, communication and education.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Classes taught by Mark Rogers include:

FFLD 101: The Foreman’s Impact on Profitability 
FFLD 102: High Impact Leadership: Leading Beyond the Project 
FFLD 103: The Real Cost of a Manhour

Fabrication (FAB) Seminars

These seminars are designed for those who are interested in implementing or developing fabrication operations. Project Managers, New and Existing Fab Shop Managers, Field Personnel, Project Managers, Operations Managers, and Company Executives interested in starting or expanding their fabrication process. Regardless of your company’s current capacity, there is opportunity to develop processes that lead to increased project success and profitability, by transforming the way you look at fabrication.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Classes taught by Greg Fuller include:

FAB 101: The Evolution of Fabrication I: Why, How and When (Now)
FAB 102: The Evolution of Fabrication II: Implementing Manufacturing Process for the Construction Industry

Instructor Training Series (ITS) Seminars

Training and knowledge equate to competitive advantage. During these classes, participants will learn how to transfer their knowledge through well designed and strategically structured training sessions. Perfect for JATC instructors, Association Instructors, or Organization Subject Matter Experts wanting to learn how increase retention of material, connect with students, and transfer critical industry knowledge to the next generation. All classes are adapted to fit the needs of each instructor group and their application to the mechanical construction industry. These Workshops are offered individually or as a series.

These courses are eligible for a 20% rebate on instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class. This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI Initiative portal.

Classes taught by Leah Gutmann include:

ITS 101: Foundations of Adult Learning
ITS 102: Class Design and Development Skills
ITS 103: Finding Your Presentation Superpowers
ITS 104: There’s an Activity for That
ITS 105: Teaching to the Generations
ITS 106: The Virtual Instructor Tool Kit