OSHA 3015 – Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics
2026-06-08 08:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
Register Here: https://www.oshamidatlantic.org/training/osha-3015-excavation-trenching-and-soil-mechanics-65/
This course covers the OSHA Excavation Standard and safety and health aspects of excavation and trenching. Course topics include practical soil mechanics and its relationship to the stability of shored and unshored slopes and walls of excavations, introduction of various types of shoring (wood timbers and hydraulic), soil classification, and use of protective systems. Testing methods are demonstrated and students participate in workshops in the use of instruments such as penetrometers, torvane shears, and engineering rods. Upon course completion students will have the ability to assess their employer’s compliance with the OSHA Excavation Standard, utilize soil testing methods to classify soil types, determine protective systems for excavation operations, and training requirements.
OSHA 3015 and the EXCAVATION, TRENCHING & SOIL MECHANICS TRAINER Course Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council is recommended for inspectors, auditors, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing, auditing, or training employees with an active role in trenching and excavations. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P Excavations. Note that the OSHA 3015 (3 day course) and Excavation, Trenching & Soil Mechanics Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately.
Please note, you must pass the exam with an 80% or higher to attend the following Trainer Course.
Prerequisites: None
Course Includes: Student binder, Lunch and Refreshments
Course Time: 3 days, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time (June 8, 9th, 10th)
Contact Hours: 20
Course Fee: $795.00

2026 Apprenticeship Program Graduation
2026-06-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Mainland Golf Club, 225 Rittenhouse Road, Harlesyville, PA, United States
Join us on June 11th as we celebrate and honor the incredible achievements of our 2026 Apprenticeship Graduating Class!
Let’s come together to recognize their hard work, dedication, and bright futures ahead. We’re proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you!
This event is open to graduates, their friends, family, employers and ABC Eastern PA Members. The event will begin with a cocktail hour followed by dinner and our graduation program.
Date: June 11, 2026
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Mainland Golf Club, 2250 Rittenhouse Road, Harleysville, PA
Registrations:
2026 Graduate and 2 Guests: Complimentary
Additional Guests: $40 per person
Employers & ABC Members: $40 per person
Sponsorship Opportunities for Member Companies and Employers
Journey Level Sponsor $1,000: Includes 2 complimentary registrations, full page ad in event program. Company logo on all printed event materials. Recognition at the event & on social media.
Apprentice Level Sponsor $500: Includes 1 complimentary registration, half page ad in event program. Company logo on all printed event materials. Recognition at the event & on social media.
Supporting Level Sponsor $250: Includes company logo on all printed event materials. Recognition at the event & on social media.
Graduation Gift Donation: If you would like to donate branded items, tools, gift cards, or promotional items to our graduates, please contact the Chapter for more details on how to contribute. Please note that all donations must include enough items to support all 58 graduates. Companies donating will be recognized at the event.
Registration & Sponsorship Deadline: June 5, 2026. All payments must be received prior to the event. If you are registering multiply attendees please included their first & last names.

June Golf Outing
2026-06-16 10:30 - 19:00 | Rivercrest Golf Club & Preserve, 100 Golf Club Drive, Phoenixville, 19460, United States
Join us for our June Golf Outing at Rivercrest Golf Club in Phoenixville, PA. Registration includes boxed lunch, snacks, refreshments on the course, dinner & golf cart. Registration & sponsorship deadline is May 29, 2026. Our golf outing is rain or shine unless otherwise instructed by Rivercrest Golf Club.
Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Registration Begins: 10:30am Shotgun Start: 12:00pm
Location: Rivercrest Golf Club, 100 Golf Club Drive, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Foursome: $1,400 Individual Player: $360
Players Pack: $50 Includes 3 mulligans, arms length of 50/50 tickets & 1 raffle ticket.
Sponsorships:

Premier Sponsor (Limit 1): $4,000 (2) Foursomes, (2) Complimentary dinner tickets, company ad in ABC Merit Newsletter & website for 3 months. Hole sign on the course with option for display table at the hole. Company banner/tablecloth displayed at event.

Beverage Cart/Station Sponsor (Limit 2): $2,500 (1) Foursome, (1) Complimentary dinner ticket, company representative to drive the beverage cart. Company logo at beverage stations throughout the course.

SOLD OUT Golf Cart Sponsor (Limit 2): $1,500 Complimentary registration for 1 Individual player. Company logo on all golf carts. Thank you Alera Group for your Sponsorship!

Raffle Sponsor: (Limit 1): $1,000 Sponsorship will be used to purchase 1 large prize to be raffled off at the event. Company logo will be printed on all raffle tickets.

Lunch Sponsor: $750 Company logo displayed on each boxed lunch.

Players Pack Sponsor: $500 Company logo displayed on all players pack envelopes and signage. (4) Complimentary players packs.

SOLD OUT Exclusive Hole Sponsor: (Limit 2) $500 Company logo displayed on course, along with table set up at sponsored hole. Company representative can share promo items, snacks or beverages at the hole. Includes lunch. Thank you to the Contractors Health Coalition & Gillespie Electric for your Sponsorship!

Hole Sponsor: $300 Company logo displayed on course. Does not include table set up at hole.
Donations: Contact Amy McCafferty if you are interested in donating raffle prizes, gift cards, gift baskets, golf items, or company promo items to distribute to the players. Interesting in volunteering for the day or even just at registration please contact me to confirm.

Don't Get Locked Out: What ABC Contractors Must Know About PLAs and RCOs
2026-06-17 08:30 - 09:30 | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
Think a PLA automatically shuts you out of a project? Think again.
Project Labor Agreements and Responsible Contractor Ordinances are reshaping the competitive landscape for contractors across Pennsylvania — and the rules are not what most people think. Misunderstanding them could mean leaving money on the table, or worse, walking away from projects you were fully entitled to bid.
This is the seminar you can’t afford to miss.
Join our ABC Eastern PA Chapter Attorney, Jonathan Landesman, Esquire, for a fast-paced, interactive deep dive into everything ABC contractors need to know about PLAs and RCOs. Jon and his team just scored a major, precedent-setting courtroom victory challenging a PLA right here in Bucks County — and he’s bringing those hard-won insights straight to you.
You’ll walk away knowing:
• What a PLA actually means for your ability to bid — and when it doesn’t mean “union only”
• When a PLA crosses the legal line and can be challenged under Pennsylvania’s public bidding laws
• The real-world impact of RCOs, including apprenticeship program requirements that could affect your workforce
This isn’t theory. This is the freshest, most actionable intelligence available — straight from the attorney who’s fighting these battles in court right now.
Don’t let a misconception cost you your next contract. Register today.
EDIT: This class is only being offered virtually now. Contact Kristen with any questions 484-926-4755. See you there!

Presenter:

Jonathan Landesman, Partner
Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC
Jon serves as General Counsel and Chair of the Labor & Employment Group, representing businesses across a wide range of industries in all aspects of labor and employment law. His practice focuses on employment litigation, workplace compliance, labor relations, and proactive strategies that help employers reduce risk and protect their businesses. Jon regularly advises clients on workplace policies, employee handbooks, wage and hour compliance, FMLA matters, restrictive covenant agreements, and employment-related disputes, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and non-compete litigation.

The 5 Biggest Mistakes Contractors Make to Kill their Own Claims
2026-06-18 08:30 - 09:30 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
You did the work. You deserve to get paid. So why are so many contractors leaving money on the table?
The mistakes that kill contractor claims aren’t made in the courtroom — they’re made on the jobsite, every day, by good contractors who just didn’t know better. This seminar is your chance to change that.
Join construction attorney J.T. Gallagher of Hendrick, Phillips, Salzman & Siegel, P.C. as he breaks down the five most common — and costly — mistakes contractors make during a project that can sink an otherwise winning claim. Better yet, he’ll show you exactly how to fix them.
And this isn’t some attorney who only knows construction from a conference room. J.T. started out as a plumber’s helper in the Lehigh Valley, earned his degree in Building Construction, spent years in construction project management, and then took his industry knowledge into the courtroom. He knows your world because he lived it.
You’ll walk away knowing how to protect yourself on:
• Change orders and scope disputes
• Differing site conditions
• Delay and impact claims
• Inefficiency claims
This is practical, real-world advice you can put to work on your next project immediately.
Don’t wait until you’re in a dispute to learn this. Register today.
In-person and virtual registration options available—select your preferred format when registering.

Presenter:

J.T. Gallagher, Esq., PartnerHendrick Phillips Salzman & Siegel, P.C.

Meet GoCanvas: Your All-in-One Digital Solution for Field Work
2026-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
ZenTek Consultants, ABC Member, is partnering with GoCanvas to bring you an exclusive webinar designed specifically for construction professionals like you. If your team is still relying on paper forms, manual inspections, or disconnected workflows, this is the session you don’t want to miss.
What to expect:

Go paperless on the jobsite – Learn how GoCanvas lets your crews fill out forms, inspections, and reports from any mobile device — no signal required.
Cut admin time dramatically – See how automated workflows eliminate double-entry, reduce errors, and get data from the field to the office instantly.
Stay compliant without the headache – Discover how to digitize safety checklists, toolbox talks, incident reports, and more to keep your projects audit-ready.
Real-world construction use cases – We’ll walk through examples relevant to your work: daily logs, equipment inspections, subcontractor sign-offs, and punch lists.

Plus, you’ll get the opportunity to ask live questions!
Can’t make the live webinar. Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today! Follow the link below to register straight from ZenTek’s website.
Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

OSHA 30 Certification (4 Day Course)
2026-06-22 08:00 - 17:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
If you perform work in Philadelphia, all site supervisors now need the OSHA 30-hour certification.

This in-depth 4 day course is designed to educate construction professionals on federal regulations and compliance. It is a must for those desiring a complete understanding of OSHA regulations. The course is also instructive on how to communicate critical safety information to other employees.

This class will be held on June 22nd, 23rd, 24th & 25th. All attendees must bring a photo ID and if available a laptop but not necessary. Books/materials & lunch will be included. Class must meet a minimum of 3 attendees to run.

June Safety Roundtable
2026-06-23 09:00 - 10:30 | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
Join Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter at our East Norriton office for our June Safety Roundtable on June 23rd from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM.
We’re excited to welcome Scott Shimandle as he leads an important discussion on heat illness prevention ahead of the summer months. Scott will cover heat awareness, job site safety best practices, and the resources that OSHA can provide to help protect your employees during extreme summer temperatures. He will also discuss the National Emphasis Program (NEP). This is a temporary program that focus OSHA’s resources on particular hazards and high-hazard industries.
We are also excited to have Brian Devaney a safety professional to educate us on resources and products that are available. Brian Devaney is a safety professional, firefighter, and traffic incident management trainer with more than 26 years of experience protecting workers in high-risk environments. Specializing in construction, roadway, utility, and emergency response safety, he is passionate about advancing worker protection through education, leadership, and real-world solutions. Brian is recognized for his work in fall protection, respiratory protection, head protection advocacy, and roadway worker safety, as well as his commitment to building stronger safety cultures across the industries he serves.
Don’t miss this timely and informative session focused on keeping your workforce safe this summer and our peer discussions with other members.
This meeting is open to ABC Members Only.

Simple Quantity Takeoffs with Bluebeam I - 2 Day Session
2026-06-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Bluebeam Revu is a powerful and flexible quantity takeoff tool, but accuracy and efficiency depend on understanding how to use it correctly. This course introduces the core Bluebeam features estimators and project teams rely on for everyday quantity takeoff work. You’ll learn how to navigate Bluebeam Revu efficiently, properly scale and calibrate drawings, and use measurement tools to produce reliable quantities that support faster, more confident estimates.
Session 1: Understanding Bluebeam (6/30/2026)

Tabs, Palettes, and Toolbars
Multiview Tools
Running Multiple Sessions of Bluebeam Revu
Navigation and File Access

Session 2: Measurement and Takeoff Tools (7/1/2026)

PDF Scaling and Calibration
Linear Measurement Tools
Area and Volume Tools
Item Counts and Search Tools

VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinars will be emailed to you before the event.

Employee Advocacy as a Talent Strategy: Attracting, Retaining and Developing Employees Through Social Media
2026-06-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
ABC National regularly delivers webinars designed to support construction professionals, business leaders, and industry stakeholders through timely education and practical insight. These webinars are available to ABC members, chapter staff, and occasionally prospective members.
As a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter, you have access to many of these national learning opportunities. To help connect our members with high-value content, ABC Eastern Pennsylvania has hand-selected webinars that we believe are especially beneficial to our local construction community and merit shop contractors.
For a full listing of upcoming ABC National webinars and educational programs, please visit www.abc.org.

Webinar Description:
Discover how employee social media advocacy can become a powerful talent recruitment and retention strategy. Learn how to build a strategy that benefits both your organization and your employees while elevating culture, credibility, engagement and employer brand.
Attendees will gain:

A clearer understanding of how advocacy supports recruitment and retention through examples from ABC member companies
Insight into the connection between advocacy and a strong employee value proposition
Ideas for empowering employees to lead and shape advocacy efforts
Practical steps for building an authentic, sustainable advocacy strategy

VIRTUAL EVENT: Register for this webinar through the ABC National website using the link provided. Click here to register.

Simple Quantity Takeoffs with Bluebeam II - 2 Day Session
2026-07-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Building on basic takeoff skills, this course dives deeper into the measurement properties and advanced markup tools that make Bluebeam Revu a powerful QTO platform. You’ll learn how to refine measurements, manage complex quantities, and control how takeoff data is displayed and edited. Designed for estimators and project teams, this course focuses on improving accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in real-world quantity takeoff workflows.
Session 1: Measurement Properties (7/7/2026)
• Segment Lengths and Drop/Riser Values
• Applying Slopes to Areas
• Split, Merge and Continue Counts
• Using Multiple Viewports at Differing Scales
• Editing Actions for a Measurement
Session 2: Beyond Basic Markups (7/8/2026)
• Working with Layers and Display Controls
• Adding Hyperlinks and Images
• Controlling Markup Status
• Cutting/Erasing PDF Content
• Flattening Markups

VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you before the event.

SOLD OUT: Baseball Networking with the Iron Pigs
2026-07-07 11:35 - 15:30 | Coca-Cola Park, 1050 Iron Pigs Way, Allentown, PA, 18109, United States
This event has officially SOLD OUT!
If you would like to be placed on the waiting list should any spots become available, please email Amy McCafferty at amccafferty@abceastpa.org.
ABC Eastern PA, AIA Eastern PA, CREW Lehigh Valley, CSI Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter, and IFMA Lehigh Valley are teaming up to host a Summer Baseball Networking Event with the IronPigs!
Join us as the IronPigs take on the Columbus Clippers for an afternoon of networking, fun, and baseball. Don’t miss this great opportunity to connect with industry peers in a relaxed setting.
🎟️ Tickets are limited—register now to secure your spot!
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Game Time: 11:35am
Location: Coca Cola Park, 1050 Iron Pigs, Way, Allentown, PA
Registration: $45 Includes ticket to the game and lunch
Supporting Sponsor: $200 Includes 1 ticket to the game, recognition at the game and on social media.

Construction Executive's 2026 Mid-Year Construction Economic Forecast
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Construction Executive is a trusted national construction industry publication providing contractors and industry professionals with timely business insights, industry trends, and educational resources. Through webinars and online learning opportunities, Construction Executive delivers practical content designed to support the success of today’s construction leaders and merit shop contractors.
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania has highlighted select Construction Executive webinars that we believe offer strong value and relevance to our members and local construction community.
To view additional webinars and industry resources from Construction Executive, please visit www.constructionexec.com.

Webinar Description:
Anirban Basu, chief economist for Associated Builders and Contractors, will present “Construction Executive‘s 2026 Mid-Year Construction Economic Update and Forecast” on July 8, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT).
Turmoil has engulfed the economy. War in Iran is disrupting global supply chains, causing gas prices to skyrocket. Tariffs were ruled unconstitutional, but quickly replaced with new ones. Unemployment has ticked up, and stubbornly high interest rates are suppressing project starts.
Basu will provide contractors with metrics and perspective to simplify the state of the economy and offer insights contractors should be aware of for their strategic planning.
Basu’s presentations are designed to inform commercial construction contractors on general economic conditions affecting the current construction landscape as well as construction-specific economic indicators, including the hottest regions and market sectors, the latest on materials and labor costs, and predictive indicators such as the AIA’s Architecture Billings Index and ABC’s Construction Confidence Index and Construction Backlog Indicator.
Sign up for this 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of live Q&A. You may submit questions in advance while registering for this webinar.
Speaker:

Anirban Basu, Chief Economist for Associated Builders and Contractors
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT: Register for this webinar through the ABC National website using the link provided. Click here to register.

Lehigh Valley Council Presents: Disrupt Construction
2026-07-15 08:30 - 11:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
Join the Lehigh Valley Council on July 15th at the ABC Lehigh Valley Office for our quarterly meeting.
Skip the long sales presentations and trade shows. Hear from 15 top ABC Eastern PA associate members, each delivering a brief 5-minute presentation on innovative solutions, industry challenges, and business services.
Network with presenters afterward and discover new ideas, resources, and partnerships—all in one morning.
Date: July 15, 2026Time: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: ABC Allentown Office894 Marcon Blvd., Suite 110Allentown, PA 18109
Organizer: Shawn Lane, Partner/VP, USI Insurance Services
Coffee and networking included.

Effective Construction Management with Microsoft Project Professional I (2 Day Session)
2026-07-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Effective Construction Management with Microsoft Project Professional is a training series designed for construction project managers, superintendents, and executives who need greater visibility and control over project schedules and data. Level I focuses on tracking project progress, customizing fields, tables, and views, and managing project information through imports, exports, and linked files. Level II builds on these skills by introducing shared resource pools and master/sub-project workflows, enabling participants to prevent over-allocation, balance workloads, and coordinate multiple projects efficiently. Together, these courses provide practical tools for managing complex construction schedules and making informed, data-driven project decisions using Microsoft Project Professional.
👉 Interested in advancing your skills? View and register for Level II here
This live online series offers 2 four-hour courses. You can take both courses or just the one that meets your needs. Each separate course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.
Recording: Registrants for a course will receive access to a recording of each session for 7 consecutive days. Access will start the next business day after the session ends.
Level 1 – Session 1, Tuesday, July 28th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Progress Tracking and Custom Fields

Monitoring Project Progress
Viewing Project Progress
Adding Custom Fields
Creating Custom Tables
Creating Calculated Fields
Creating Concatenated Fields
Creating Customized Date Function Fields

Level 1 – Session 2, Thursday, July 30th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Views, Maps and Links

Creating Custom Single Views
Creating Custom Combination Views
Creating a Network Diagram
Analyzing a Project Plan
Importing and Exporting Data
Importing and Exporting Maps
Importing External Files into Projects
Hyperlinking Files in Project

INSTRUCTOR:

ZenTek Consultants, an ABC Eastern Pennsylvania member, helps construction, engineering, and design firms maximize the value of their technology through consulting, implementation, and instructor-led training. Their expertise in construction-focused software and workflows makes them a trusted resource for improving project efficiency and performance.

VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you within 1-2 business days after registration. For additional information, please contact Kristen kgriffin@abceastpa.org or 484-926-4755.

Deadline for registration is 48 hours prior to class start date.

Effective Construction Management with Microsoft Project Professional II (2 Day Session)
2026-08-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
This course builds on Effective Construction Management with Microsoft Project Professional I.
Building on the fundamentals from Level I, this course focuses on managing resources and coordinating multiple projects in Microsoft Project Professional. You’ll learn how to create and manage resource pools, prevent over-allocation, and efficiently organize master and sub-projects. By mastering these tools, construction project managers and superintendents can streamline scheduling, balance workloads, and maintain control over complex, organization-wide project plans.
This live online series offers 2 four-hour courses. You can take both courses or just the one that meets your needs. Each separate course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.
Recording: Registrants for a course will receive access to a recording of each session for 7 consecutive days. Access will start the next business day after the session ends.
Level 2 – Session 1, Tuesday, August 4th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Understanding Resource Pools

Resource Pools
Working with Resource Pools
Sharing a Resource Pool
Managing a Resource Pool
Reporting and Analyzing the Resource Pool

Level 2 – Session 2, Thursday, August 6th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Master & Sub-Projects

Multiple Projects and Master Projects
Linking Projects Plans
Creating a Series of Sub-Projects
Managing Projects Within the Master Project
Managing Projects in the Sub-Project

INSTRUCTOR:

ZenTek Consultants, an ABC Eastern Pennsylvania member, helps construction, engineering, and design firms maximize the value of their technology through consulting, implementation, and instructor-led training. Their expertise in construction-focused software and workflows makes them a trusted resource for improving project efficiency and performance.

VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you within 1-2 business days after registration. For additional information, please contact Kristen kgriffin@abceastpa.org or 484-926-4755.

Deadline for registration is 48 hours prior to class start date.

Real-World Use of Bluebeam Revu I (2 Day Session)
2026-08-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Real-World Use of Bluebeam Revu training series is designed for construction and design professionals who use Bluebeam but want to get more value from the software. Across two courses, participants learn how to create more efficient document review workflows, improve communication, and use Bluebeam tools with greater purpose on real projects.
Course Description:
Bluebeam Revu is a powerful tool for reviewing, marking up, and managing construction documents — but many users never receive formal training on how to use it efficiently. This course is designed for professionals who have access to Bluebeam but want a stronger understanding of the tools, features, and workflows that can improve their daily work.
Participants will learn how to navigate the Bluebeam Revu interface, organize and customize tools, and apply markups in a clean, consistent way that supports real-world construction and design review processes. By the end of this course, attendees will be able to review documents faster, communicate changes more clearly, and build a stronger foundation for using Bluebeam Revu on active projects.
👉 Interested in advancing your skills? View and register for Level II here
This live online series offers 2 four-hour courses. You can take both courses or just the one that meets your needs. Each separate course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.
Recording: Registrants for a course will receive access to a recording of each session for 7 consecutive days. Access will start the next business day after the session ends.
Level I – Session 1, Friday, August 7th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Understanding the Tools

Tabs, Palettes, and Toolbars
Multiview Tools
Running Multiple Sessions of Revu
Navigation and File Access

Level I – Session 2, Monday, August 10th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Working with Markups

Text-Based Editing/Markup Tools
Graphic Review/Markup Tools
Controlling Markup Display Properties
Working with Stamps

INSTRUCTOR:

ZenTek Consultants, an ABC Eastern Pennsylvania member, helps construction, engineering, and design firms maximize the value of their technology through consulting, implementation, and instructor-led training. Their expertise in construction-focused software and workflows makes them a trusted resource for improving project efficiency and performance.

Real-World Use of Bluebeam Revu II (2 Day Session)
2026-08-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Real-World Use of Bluebeam Revu training series helps construction and design professionals move beyond basic PDF markup and learn how to use Bluebeam as a more effective project communication and collaboration tool. Level I establishes the foundation, while Level II focuses on advanced workflows that improve coordination, accuracy, and team productivity.
Course Description:
Building on the fundamentals learned in Level I, this course takes Bluebeam Revu skills to the next level by focusing on intelligent markups, advanced document control, and real-time collaboration workflows.
Participants will learn how to manage markups more effectively, work with layered content, and collaborate securely with project teams using Bluebeam Studio. Designed specifically for AEC professionals, this course focuses on practical applications that help reduce errors, improve communication, and keep design and construction teams aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
👉 Interested in building your Bluebeam skills? View and register for Level I here
This live online series offers 2 four-hour courses. You can take both courses or just the one that meets your needs. Each separate course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.
Recording: Registrants for a course will receive access to a recording of each session for 7 consecutive days. Access will start the next business day after the session ends.
Level II – Session 1, Friday, August 14 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Intelligent Markups

Working with Layers and Display Controls
Adding Hyperlinks and Images
Controlling Markup Status
Cutting/Erasing PDF Content
Flattening Markups

Level II – Session 2, Monday, August 17th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Bluebeam Studio for Collaboration

Understanding Sessions
Understanding Projects
Sharing/Organizing Files
Real-Time File Sharing and Editing
Studio Security Settings

INSTRUCTOR:

ZenTek Consultants, an ABC Eastern Pennsylvania member, helps construction, engineering, and design firms maximize the value of their technology through consulting, implementation, and instructor-led training. Their expertise in construction-focused software and workflows makes them a trusted resource for improving project efficiency and performance.

Practical AI for Construction Professionals
2026-08-28 08:00 - 11:30 | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
Spend Less Time on Paperwork. More Time Running the Job.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the construction industry, but many professionals are still unsure where to begin. This interactive workshop will help you move beyond the chat box and confidently use AI to save time, improve communication, and become more productive in your daily work.
Bring your laptop and participate in guided exercises, peer discussion, and live Q&A as you explore practical techniques using today’s leading AI tools. Through real construction examples, you will discover how AI can help simplify everyday tasks and support better decision-making.
What You’ll Learn:

Write better prompts that produce more useful results.
Save time creating emails, summaries, jobsite posters, and infographics.
Use AI more effectively with practical prompting and context management techniques.
Apply AI to real construction challenges using examples from your own work.
Learn practical techniques you can begin using immediately.

Who Should Attend:

Construction Owners & Leaders
Project, Office, Safety & HR Professionals
Industry Professionals Supporting Construction
Anyone looking to confidently use AI in their daily work

Participant Note: Please bring a laptop. Additional information regarding recommended AI accounts and browser requirements will be provided prior to the workshop.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

Instructor:

Hugh Seaton
CEO, The Link.ai
Hugh Seaton is Managing Director of The Link.ai, an AI consultancy that helps construction and AEC leaders turn artificial intelligence into working practice. Hugh has been building AI systems and products for over a decade, and consulting for associations and contractors for the last four.
Hugh is the author of The Construction Technology Handbook and host of the Constructed Futures podcast, and developed Procore’s Data in Construction e-learning module. He lives in Austin, Texas.

OSHA 10-Hour for Construction, 2-Day Course
2026-09-08 08:30 - 17:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
Meet jobsite requirements. Protect yourself. Build a safer career.
Whether you’re new to construction or an experienced tradesperson, OSHA 10-Hour Construction provides the safety knowledge employers expect and workers need. Many general contractors and project owners require OSHA 10 training before workers can access a job site. In this two-day course, you’ll learn how to recognize and prevent the most common construction hazards, helping you work more safely and confidently every day.
Course Details:
When: Tuesday 9/8 & Wednesday 9/9, from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: ABC Eastern PA, 894 Marcon Blvd. Allentown, PA 18109
Topics Covered:

Introduction to OSHA
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Fall Hazards
Electrocution Hazards
Struck-By Hazards
Caught-In or Between Hazards
Scaffolding Safety
Stairways and Ladders
Excavation and Trenching Safety
Hand and Power Tools
Health Hazards in Construction

Lunch and snacks included.
Registration closes September 2.
A minimum of 3 participants is required for this class to run. Register early to reserve your seat and help ensure the class meets the minimum enrollment required to run.

Instructor:

Ed Sweigert
Apprenticeship Manager, ABC Eastern Pennsylvania
Ed Sweigert is the Apprenticeship Manager at ABC Eastern Pennsylvania, where he oversees the chapter’s apprenticeship instructors and serves as the Electrical instructor for Levels 1, 3, and 4. With more than 25 years of experience in electrical education and workforce development, he has trained apprentices, technical school students, and college-level learners throughout his career. Ed has taught at Keystone Job Corps, Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI), and Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC), and has been an OSHA Outreach Instructor since 2015. His practical, hands-on approach helps students build the knowledge, confidence, and safety mindset needed to succeed in the electrical trade.

Building Leaders from the Field Up
2026-09-11 08:00 - 11:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
A 6-Session Leadership Development Program
The hardest part of becoming a leader isn’t learning how to manage people. It’s learning how to manage yourself first.
Technical skills may earn you a promotion. Leadership skills determine your success.
One of the biggest challenges facing construction companies today is developing the next generation of construction leaders. Every day, skilled craft professionals are promoted because of their technical expertise—but leading people requires an entirely different skill set.
Building Leaders from the Field Up prepares emerging and developing field leaders to confidently transition from doing the work to leading the people doing it.

Why This Program Is Different
Most leadership training teaches what leaders should do.
This Leadership Development Program focuses on who leaders need to become.
Participants complete a personalized DISC Leadership Assessment during the first session and use those results throughout the program to better understand their communication style, behaviors, strengths, and leadership approach.
Because effective leadership begins with self-awareness, participants first learn to lead themselves before learning to lead others.
Through discussion, real-world jobsite scenarios, practical leadership tools, and between-session application, participants build leadership habits they can immediately apply on the jobsite.

Leadership Competencies You’ll Develop

Self-awareness and leadership identity
Transitioning from coworker to leader
Communicating with different personalities
Building trust and credibility
Delegating work and setting expectations
Creating accountability
Adapting your leadership style
Building stronger relationships with your crew

Learn. Apply. Return. Repeat.
Leadership isn’t developed in a classroom alone.
Between each session, participants apply what they’ve learned on the jobsite before returning two weeks later to discuss experiences, challenges, and successes while building the next leadership skill.

Who Should Attend

Journeyworkers preparing for leadership
Lead workers
Crew leaders
New or developing foremen
Employees identified as future field leaders
Field leaders with one to two years of experience looking to strengthen their leadership foundation

Included with Registration
✔ Personalized DISC Leadership Assessment
✔ Individual DISC Results
✔ Six instructor-led leadership sessions
✔ Practical jobsite application
✔ ABC Eastern PA Certificate of Completion

Program Commitment
This is a 6-Session Leadership Development Program, not six standalone classes.
Participants are expected to attend all six sessions in order. Each session builds upon the previous one through discussion, reflection, and practical application.

Why Employers Invest
Developing frontline leaders strengthens communication, accountability, teamwork, and employee engagement while preparing the next generation of construction leaders.

New to Leadership? Start Here.
Already have several years of leadership experience? Explore Strengthening Your Leadership Impact, our advanced leadership workshop for experienced field leaders.

ABC Eastern Pennsylvania’s Commitment
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania is committed to developing the next generation of construction leaders by providing practical, industry-focused professional development that strengthens individuals, teams, and member companies.

Schedule (Every Other Friday)
September 11
September 25
October 9
October 23
November 6
November 20

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania
894 Marcon Boulevard Allentown, PA 18109

Meet Your Instructor

Matt RiehlFounder & PresidentProodos Consulting
Matt’s introduction to the construction industry started in the trenches, working summers as a stone mason for his uncle. As he moved into equipment sales and operation, listening to the needs of his clients sparked a deep, lasting passion for occupational safety. Over the years, his career has been a unique blend of operational and business experience—from navigating the acquisition of his family’s bakery to spending eight years on the executive team of a regional General Contractor. It was in those Safety and HR leadership roles that his dedication to training and developing frontline leaders truly crystallized. In 2024, Matt took 25 years of industry experience and founded Proodos Consulting to help construction and manufacturing teams build stronger leaders and safer cultures. When he’s not coaching or consulting, he can be found at home in West Lampeter with his wife and two daughters, playing a round of golf, or experimenting with a new recipe in the kitchen.

Philadelphia Council Meeting
2026-09-15 08:30 - 10:00 | Signarama, 240 New York Drive, Suite 3, Fort Washington, PA, United States
Your Voice. Your Chapter. Your Value.
Philadelphia Council Members’ Listening Session
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
8:30–10:00 a.m.
Signarama
240 New York Drive, Suite 3
Fort Washington, PA
We know your time is valuable, so we’re bringing the conversation to you.
Join ABC Eastern PA’s Executive Committee for a candid, contractor-focused listening session built around one question:
How can we make your membership deliver even more value for your business?
This isn’t another meeting where you sit and listen. It’s your opportunity to share what matters most. Bring your successes, your challenges, and your ideas about training, safety, workforce development, networking, legislative advocacy, or anything else impacting your business.
The Executive Committee wants to hear directly from the contractors and subcontractors who are on jobsites every day—not just through surveys, but through real conversations.
Why attend?

Help shape the programs, services, and benefits that support your business.
Connect directly with chapter leadership and fellow general contractors and subcontractors.
Share challenges, identify solutions, and spark new ideas.
Help guide the future direction of ABC Eastern Pennsylvania.

Enjoy coffee, a light breakfast, and meaningful conversation—no lengthy presentations, no fluff. Just honest discussion focused on making your membership more valuable.

Project Manager Leadership Training Program 2-Days - Coming Soon!
2026-09-18 08:00 - 16:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
Coming Soon!
Strong projects start with strong project managers.
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania is developing a professional development program designed specifically for construction project managers looking to strengthen the skills needed to successfully plan, coordinate, communicate, and lead construction projects from start to finish.
Additional details, schedule, and registration information coming soon.

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
2026-09-25 08:30 - 12:30 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
When every second counts, know what to do.
A medical emergency can happen anywhere—on the jobsite, in the office, or at home. This hands-on American Red Cross certification course gives you the knowledge and confidence to respond quickly until emergency medical services arrive. Learn life-saving skills through realistic practice and leave with nationally recognized certification.
Course Details:
When: Friday September 25, from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: ABC Eastern PA, 894 Marcon Blvd. Allentown, PA 18109
Certification: American Red Cross – valid for 2 years
What You Will Learn

Adult CPR
Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Responding to choking emergencies
First aid for bleeding, burns, fractures, and other common injuries
How to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies
Scene assessment and emergency action steps
Hands-on skills practice with instructor feedback

Learn it today. Use it when it matters most.
Registration closes September 18. A minimum of 8 participants is required for this class to run. Register early to reserve your seat and help ensure the class meets the minimum enrollment required to run.

Instructor:

Med-Tex Services, Inc. has been providing Safety, Health and Rescue Services for over 30 years and a proud ABC Eastern PA Member for over a decade. As a valued partner, they have successfully addressed the strategic and day-to-day needs of facilities and contractors. Med-Tex is a highly dependable source for fully trained and certified professionals that provide a wide range of services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Strengthening Your Leadership Impact
2026-09-29 08:30 - 14:30 | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
A One-Day Leadership Development Workshop
The best leaders never stop developing.
You’ve learned how to run the work. Now it’s time to maximize the people doing it.
The strongest field leaders understand that project success depends on more than production—it depends on people.
This workshop helps experienced leaders strengthen communication, increase accountability, coach employees more effectively, and build higher-performing crews.

Why This Program Is Different
This isn’t a class on becoming a supervisor.
It’s a leadership development workshop designed for experienced leaders who want to increase their influence and become more intentional in how they lead.
Participants complete a personalized DISC Leadership Assessment to better understand how their leadership style impacts the people around them and learn practical strategies they can immediately apply on the jobsite.

Leadership Competencies You’ll Strengthen

Increasing leadership influence
Coaching employees for growth
Building accountability without damaging trust
Leading difficult conversations
Communicating across personalities and generations
Developing future leaders
Creating a culture of ownership

Who Should Attend

Crew Leaders
Foremen
Assistant Superintendents
Superintendents
Experienced Field Supervisors
Construction professionals responsible for leading people

Included with Registration
✔ Personalized DISC Leadership Assessment
✔ Individual DISC Results
✔ Six-hour instructor-led workshop
✔ Lunch
✔ ABC Eastern PA Certificate of Completion

Why Employers Invest
Experienced leaders shape culture.
Investing in continued leadership development strengthens communication, improves accountability, develops future leaders, and creates crews that consistently perform at a higher level.

New to Leadership?
Explore Building Leaders from the Field Up, our 11-week Leadership Development Program designed for emerging and developing field leaders.

ABC Eastern Pennsylvania’s Commitment
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania is committed to developing the next generation of construction leaders by providing practical, industry-focused professional development that strengthens individuals, teams, and member companies.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Lunch Included
430 West Germantown Pike, East Norriton PA, 19403

Meet Your Instructor

Matt RiehlFounder & PresidentProodos Consulting
Matt’s introduction to the construction industry started in the trenches, working summers as a stone mason for his uncle. As he moved into equipment sales and operation, listening to the needs of his clients sparked a deep, lasting passion for occupational safety. Over the years, his career has been a unique blend of operational and business experience—from navigating the acquisition of his family’s bakery to spending eight years on the executive team of a regional General Contractor. It was in those Safety and HR leadership roles that his dedication to training and developing frontline leaders truly crystallized. In 2024, Matt took 25 years of industry experience and founded Proodos Consulting to help construction and manufacturing teams build stronger leaders and safer cultures. When he’s not coaching or consulting, he can be found at home in West Lampeter with his wife and two daughters, playing a round of golf, or experimenting with a new recipe in the kitchen.

Bourbon Tasting & Networking
2026-10-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Ripplewood, 29 E. Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States
🥃 You’re Invited!
Join us for an exclusive, invite-only evening of bourbon tasting and networking. Connect with fellow ABC Members while enjoying a guided tasting led by an Executive Bourbon Steward.
Space is limited, so don’t wait—register today!
📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026🕓 Time: 4:00–6:00 PM📍 Location: Ripplewood, 29 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore, PA💲 Registration: $100 per person
Your registration includes:
🥃 A guided bourbon tasting with an Executive Bourbon Steward🍽️ Hors d’oeuvres🤝 Networking with ABC Members
Sponsorships (deadline September 24, 2026)

Premier Sponsors (Limit 4): $1,500 Includes 1 registration, 30 second commercial at event, promotions on social media & chapter newsletters before & after the event, company logo on website & recognition at the event.

Drink Sponsor: (Limit 1): $1,000 Includes company logo on drink tickets & cocktail napkins, company logo on website, & recognition at the event.
Registration Sponsor (Limit 1): $500 Includes company representative to oversee registration table &greet attendees. Recognition at the event.

Superintendent Leadership Training Program 2-Days – Coming Soon!
2026-10-09 08:00 - 16:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
Coming Soon!
Great jobsites are built by great superintendents.
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania is developing a professional development program designed specifically for construction superintendents looking to strengthen jobsite leadership, communication, planning, coordination, and the skills needed to successfully lead field operations.
Additional details, schedule, and registration information coming soon.

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
2026-10-09 08:30 - 12:30 | ABC E. Norriton Office, 430 W Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA, 19403, United States
When every second counts, know what to do.
A medical emergency can happen anywhere—on the jobsite, in the office, or at home. This hands-on American Red Cross certification course gives you the knowledge and confidence to respond quickly until emergency medical services arrive. Learn life-saving skills through realistic practice and leave with nationally recognized certification.
Course Details:
When: Friday October 9, from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: ABC Eastern PA, 430 W. Germantown Pike East Norriton, PA 19403
Certification: American Red Cross – valid for 2 years
What You Will Learn

Adult CPR
Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Responding to choking emergencies
First aid for bleeding, burns, fractures, and other common injuries
How to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies
Scene assessment and emergency action steps
Hands-on skills practice with instructor feedback

Learn it today. Use it when it matters most.
Registration closes October 2. A minimum of 8 participants is required for this class to run. Register early to reserve your seat and help ensure the class meets the minimum enrollment required to run.

Instructor:

Med-Tex Services, Inc. has been providing Safety, Health and Rescue Services for over 30 years and a proud ABC Eastern PA Member for over a decade. As a valued partner, they have successfully addressed the strategic and day-to-day needs of facilities and contractors. Med-Tex is a highly dependable source for fully trained and certified professionals that provide a wide range of services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Clay Shoot
2026-10-22 08:15 - 15:00 | Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays, 2750 Limestone Street, Coplay, PA, 18-37
Think you’ve got the best shot? 🎯
Join us for our annual Clay Shoot on October 22, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays! All shooters must fill out the following waiver prior to the event. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/ciEjxfemTKNN9vV72snzz3/
Registration includes:
✔️ Continental breakfast & lunch
✔️ Refreshments and snacks on the course
✔️ Golf cart
✔️ 100 sporting clay targets
✔️ 12 or 20 gauge ammunition
Loaner guns are available if needed. Shooters must provide their own eye protection.
This event sells out every year, so don’t wait to register! Sign up as an individual shooter or register a squad of four.
📅 Registration Deadline: October 15
🤝 Sponsorship Deadline: October 8
Individuals: $300 per person| Squad: $1,200 (4 people)
Sponsorships

Premier Sponsor (Limit 1): $3,000 Includes 1 squad (4 shooters), company banner displayed, company logo on the course, recognition at the event & on social media.

Prize Sponsor (Limit 1): $1,500 Includes 2 shooters, company logo on the course & prize envelops, opportunity to present prizes to winning teams, recognition at the event & on social media.

Beverage Sponsor: $750 Includes 1 shooter, company logo on the course & beverage cart, recognition at event & on social media.

Cart Sponsor: $550 Includes company logo on all carts & the course, recognition at event & on social media.

Scorecard Sponsor: $400 Includes company logo on all scorecards & the course, recognition at event & on social media.

Station Sponsor: $300 Includes company logo on the course, recognition at event & on social media.

Lean Construction Fundamentals - Coming Soon!
2026-10-30 08:00 - 16:00 | ABC Lehigh Valley, 894 Marcon Blvd, Allentown PA, PA, 18109, United States
Coming Soon!
Build smarter. Reduce waste. Improve project outcomes.
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania is developing an introductory Lean Construction course designed to help construction professionals understand the principles, practices, and tools that support improved efficiency, communication, collaboration, and project delivery.
Additional details, schedule, and registration information coming soon.
