Calendar of Events

January

January 25

Let Geotechnical Data Minimize Your Onsite Problems and Delays

Many issues arise when constructing a building, no matter the size. Geotechnical engineers are equipped with data that allows problems to be kept at bay, while also using the geotechnical data for estimating and planning time and budget on a build. Not only is this data useful during construction, this information provides valuable insight to overcome these hurdles early on in the budgeting process. Learn how this informative data keeps you looking like a rockstar during the construction process! MBI Members-Only Webinar

January 26

(MBI LIVE) Closing the Loop on an Effective Incident Investigation

In this session, we will cover key steps and procedures for conducting an effective incident investigation with steps in place to ensure key findings and corrective actions are completed. We will discuss the different incidents and degree of investigations necessary for each incident type as well as the importance of working in sequence: incident scene integrity, witness interview, fact finding, direct cause analysis, root cause analysis, risk assessment, corrective action assignment and track to completion to close the loop. Thorough investigations also include policy and training effectiveness reviews, we will cover tips and best practices for effectively reviewing education competency. Too often, organizations fall into the trap of re-training employees without proper evaluation of a knowledge gap. All ethical organizations desire ZERO, we all need to be pre-prepared to learn if and/or when incidents occur so we can continue to provide a desirable healthy and safe work environment for all employees to thrive. MBI LIVE Online Training

February 3-4

OSHA 10 Hour Construction

Attendees of the 10 Hour OSHA class will walk away from this training with a knowledge of OSHA requirements, the importance of learning and adhering to proper safety procedure, as well as practical understanding of why safety conscious behavior is vital for each and every worker on the job site. At the completion of the course, each attendee will receive an OSHA wallet card signifying completion of the course and compliance with OSHA standards. Held in Des Moinese, IA

February 4

Adult First Aid | CPR | AED Certification

This Adult First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches attendees to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims about 12 years and older. In addition, this interactive course teaches skills that participants need to know in order to provide immediate care for a suddenly ill or injured person until more advanced medical care arrives to take over. The hands-on skills training portion of this course will give attendees the knowledge and confidence needed to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies, while teaching how to provide care for victims of sudden cardiac arrest through the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Successful attendees will receive a certificate for Adult First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. Held in Des Moines, IA

February 8

Top 10 Safety Hazards and Corrective Actions to Take

Beginning August 1, 2018, the safety professionals at CSSI started tracking the hazards that they identify during safety inspections on clients’ projects. Working with the theory that we all have something to teach and something to learn, this webinar will share the top 10 safety hazards that were found over the past three plus years and will share best practices in correcting them. Safety professionals, project managers, superintendents, and more can join fellow MBI members for this important webinar where we will dive into the hazards and provide valuable solutions. MBI Members-Only Webinar

For additional information or to register for any of these events, visit www.MBI.Build/events.

February 9

(MBI LIVE) Tools of the Trade: ConstructConnect Project Intelligence - Connect, Collaborate, & Win More!

For construction professionals, the key to success in building a strong project pipeline is finding the right opportunities and establishing strong relationships. ConstructConnect Project Intelligence connects construction professionals on the largest network of general contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers and suppliers in commercial construction. Collaborate across your entire business development and estimating teams to organize and manage your project pipeline from identifying new opportunities to performing takeoffs and creating estimates to prepare your bid. ConstructConnect’s powerful search tools, seamless takeoff software integration, and online bid board make it easy to find, bid, and win more profitable construction projects. MBI LIVE Online Training

February 14-18

OSHA 30 Hour Construction

Attendees of the 30 Hour Construction Industry class will receive high-level safety knowledge from a field leader perspective to understand and implement OSHA regulations and requirements on their jobsites. Instruction will be blended learning with lecture, interactive presentations, group activities and “live” demonstrations that includes real life day-to-day scenarios, developing pre-plans the importance of learning and adhering to proper safety procedure, as well as practical understanding of why safety conscious behavior is vital for each and every worker on the job site. Upon completion of this course, attendees will receive a course completion card. Held in Nevada, IA

February 15

Five Reasons Why You Need Telematics

Telematics is the technology used to monitor a wide range of information relating to an individual vehicle or an entire fleet. Telematics systems gather data including vehicle location, driver behavior, engine diagnostics and vehicle activity, and visualize this data on software platforms that help fleet operators manage their resources. In this informative webinar, we are going to dive into the top five benefits for commercial construction companies to implement telematics including increased efficiency, reduced operating costs, paperless and improved communication, and reduced insurance claims.assets to the right people, at the right time, while eliminating unnecessary taxes and expenses. MBI Members-Only Webinar

February 28- March 2

Annual Winter Conference

Each year, come late February, construction colleagues from throughout Iowa and the Midwest come together for MBI’s Annual Winter Conference. This event attracts over 1,500 contractors, suppliers, service providers, design professionals, students and pretty much any other person involved in one way or another with the Iowa commercial building industry. The event is a great networking opportunity, as well as an educational and training program that goes beyond anything else offered in this state. Needless to say, it is MBI’s signature event! Held in Des Moines, IA

March 7

(MBI LIVE) Bluebeam for Project Managers - Session 1: Baseline Basics for Project Managers

This session will provide the participant with an introduction to the life cycle of a construction project from project conception, through design, construction, and project closeout. Participants will learn about project delivery methods, such as the traditional Design-Bid-Build, as well as alternative delivery methods, including DesignBuild and Construction Management. Roles of the various parties in each delivery method will be discussed: owner, architect, engineer, contractor, and subcontractor. MBI LIVE Online Training.

March 9

Traffic Control and Work Zone Safety

This informative and interactive webinar will provide attendees with an overview of basic traffic control procedures for commercial construction projects and work zones. Throughout this presentation, we will explore the latest and greatest in traffic control devices and other safety devices as well as unique approaches to traffic control and methods for reducing risk and liability. Devices that can be used to provide safe traffic into, out of and around commercial construction projects include water filled barrier rail, pedestrian walkway devices and much more. MBI Members-Only Webinar

March

March 11

OSHA 10 Hour - Construction (SPANISH)

Attendees of the OSHA 10 Hour Construction class will walk away from this training with a knowledge of OSHA requirements, the importance of learning and adhering to proper safety procedures, as well as practical understanding of why safety conscious behavior is vital for each and every worker on the job site. At the conclusion of the course, each attendee will receive an OSHA wallet card signifying completion of the course and compliance with OSHA standards. Held in Cedar Rapids

March 14

(MBI LIVE) Bluebeam for Project Managers - Session 2: Document Management Best Practices

Are your drawings or those from your customers a mess? Gibberish in the page labels, no hyperlinks, sheets out of order all combined into one bloated document? In this class you’ll learn a quick workflow to fixing all those pain points and more. Things like automatically finding and clouding changes on revised sheets and tracking the most current version of each sheet. This class will not only improve consistency and accuracy in document management, but it will eliminate all the time wasted navigating through drawing sets and wondering who has the latest drawings. MBI LIVE Online Training

March 21

(MBI LIVE) Bluebeam for Project Managers - Session 3: Studio Sessions & Projects

This informative webinar will provide attendees with critical information regarding illegal drug categories, paraphernalia, workplace statistics, and how to recognize signs and symptoms of someone under the influence of drugs. In addition, participants will learn how to determine drug impairment from a medical condition, how to document observations and how “reasonable suspicion” and the Iowa drug laws affect employers. MBI Members-Only Webinar.

CAREER FAIRS

ANKENY

March 29, 2022 | Courtyard Des Moines Ankeny

SIOUX CITY

March 31, 2022 | Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront

CEDAR RAPIDS

April 5, 2022 | The Hotel Kirkwood Center

CEDAR FALLS

April 12, 2022 | Hilton Garden Inn

FORT DODGE

April 14, 2022 | Best Western Starlite Village Inn and Suites

BETTENDORF

April 21, 2022 | Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center

Secure your booth space today by visiting www.MBI.Build/careerfairs

March 22

Annual Supervisor Drug Training - Keeping Your Workplace Drug - Free

This informative webinar will provide attendees with critical information regarding illegal drug categories, paraphernalia, workplace statistics, and how to recognize signs and symptoms of someone under the influence of drugs. In addition, participants will learn how to determine drug impairment from a medical condition, how to document observations and how “reasonable suspicion” and the Iowa drug laws affect employers. MBI Members-Only Webinar.

March 28

(MBI LIVE) Bluebeam for Estimators - Session 1: Baseline Basics for Estimators

Whether you’re opening Bluebeam Revu for the first time, or you’ve used it for years, this class will ensure a higher baseline knowledge. Estimators will learn interface navigation as it relates to their workflows including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. MBI LIVE Online Training.

MBI’s mission is to be the essential resource for improving member performance and promoting a business environment favorable to the construction industry.

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