AGC Center, Wilsonville - Wilsonville OR

Course Description:
This course will further develop skills to price, negotiate, prevent, and defend the very complex issues of delay and disruption claims. Learn proven techniques for successful claims resolution, plus procedures and documentation necessary to increase profits and protect your bottom line. Session includes actual case studies. These techniques apply to both public works projects and private commercial projects.

Presenters:

• Anwar Hafeez, SDC & Associates, Inc.

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AGC Center, Wilsonville - Wilsonville OR

Course Description:
This course will help you understand the role of the OFCCP in enforcement, contractual obligations, development of written EEO policy and plan to meet the 16-point requirements, implementation of affirmative action steps, and preparation for an OFCCP compliance evaluation. Attendees should have rudimentary knowledge of federal laws regarding EEO requirements for federal construction contractors who have construction contracts or subcontracts in excess of $10,000 and less than 50 employees, including contractors who have federally-assisted construction contracts. This course is NOT intended for government contractors and subcontractors who hold only non-construction (supply and service) contracts.

Presenters:

• Joan Sampson, PHR, HR Answers, Inc.

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Rogue Community College - White City OR

Course Description:
LEED 2009 v3 now requires anyone planning to obtain their LEED AP+ credential must first obtain their Green Associate credential. This intensive one-day class will meet the eligibility requirement to register for the GA exam and provide what you need to know to pass the exam. This class has proven very successful as it includes (in addition to the one-day class) six weeks of online study access to practice exams and help with your questions as you study for the exam. All study materials are provided for the class. This live training covers everything you need to know to pass the GA exam. From the handouts and notes from the class, exam simulators that are provided, and more time on your own studying, you’ll be ready for the GA exam. Topics covered include: • Review of LEED rating systems, green building concepts, and strategies • In-depth notes on the U.S. Green Building Council’s core curriculum • Sustainable sites • Water efficiency • Energy and atmosphere • Materials and resources • Indoor environmental quality Who should attend? This class is tailored to a broad audience so anyone can understand the course content and go on to pass the GA exam. Contractors, subcontractors, real estate brokers, accountants, manufacturers, lawyers, government agencies, non-profits, educators, city planners, project financiers, and numerous allied businesspeople in the green building sector will find the Green Associate an effective credential, demonstrating to their clients that they have considerable familiarity with green building, making them effective advisors in their fields. If you intend on pursuing a LEED AP+ designation and are not already a LEED AP, you must take the Green Associate first.

Presenters:

• James R. Brown, AIA, LEED GA, Sustainable Investment Group
• Charlie Cichetti, LEED AP+, Sustainable Investment Group

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AGC Center, Wilsonville - Wilsonville OR

Course Description:
Water intrusion is the primary contributor to building failures. This seminar will explore the typical problems found during the construction process, and will focus on identifying the safeguards contractors can put in place to avoid legal ramifications.

Presenters:

• Greg Mockford, AIA, Pinnell Busch, Inc.

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