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Foreman Upgrade Training July Registration

Project Planning & Leadership, Shaabini Alford

Tuesday, July 23, 2025

REGISTRATION | 3:30p.m.
PROGRAM | 4:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.
DINNER WILL BE SERVED

SEATAC MARRIOTT, 3201 S. 176TH ST., SEATTLE, WA 98188

Project Planning: From Preconstruction to Closeout
This session will examine the value and positive impact of a well-planned project and explore the different types of plans that could be developed. Planning does not end when the project starts and we will discuss how to lead planning from the beginning of the project all the way until the customer accepts the finished project.

Project Leadership: How Leadership Differs from Management
Project managers are also project leaders. We will explore both management and leadership behaviors and explain how they are different. We will discuss what effective leadership looks like and how to lead more effectively.


SMACNA-Western Washington is pleased to offer specialized Foreman Upgrade Training, a 12-part series scheduled monthly throughout 2025. This training aligns with the terms outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and supports professional development for Foremen and Lead Foremen in our industry.

Upon successful completion of the required 16 CTE hours, eligible foremen may increase their wage from 10% to 12.5% and lead foremen may increase their wage from 15% to 17.5%. Please email admin@smacnaww.org for a copy of the full policy.

Attendees must register for each monthly event.

Upcoming Topics:

September 18: Growing and Developing Foreman, Kevin Dougherty

October 21: Construction Contracts, Walead Atiyeh

November 20: Understand the Business of Construction, Andy Patron

December 16: Productivity & Time Management, Stephane McShane

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