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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.

IPM Class 92, Week 2, January 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 91, Week 2, January 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.

FARO Looks at the Future of AI and 3D Laser Scanning for MEP Applications

It is clear that artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing fast and coming into everyday use. In the near-future, AI systems will be paired with established technology, such as 3D laser scanning for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) applications. What many do not appreciate is that AI is still largely only as good as the quality of data fed into the system, either by human operators or through technology that gathers and organizes information, such as 3D laser scanners and cloud-based data platforms.

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Looking for More Smart Solutions?

Visit the Smart Solutions Case Studies area of our website! You’ll see how other mechanical contractors found their win-win with productivity-enhancing and cost-saving applications from members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council.

Plus, you’ll find tips and ideas on other ways you and your company can save money and enhance your productivity.

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ALI Class 23 Graduates Took Home Leadership Tools & A Network of Peers

MCAA President Robert Beck joined ALI contractor-facilitators and Kenan-Flagler faculty under Carolina blue skies on November 16 to congratulate the newest graduates of MCAA’s Advanced Leadership Institute. Over the course of the program, these 36 mechanical executives learned and practiced leading-edge strategies and frameworks to advance themselves, their teams, and their businesses.

The energy, engagement, and enthusiasm that these individuals brought to the classroom was nothing short of inspiring. Moreover, it was plain to see that over the course of the two-week program, ALI Class 23 went from a group of strangers to a community: as our grads left campus they were leaving not only with new ‘tools for their leadership toolbox’ but also a network of peers with whom they can continue to collaborate and grow.

The MCAA volunteers who have overseen the development of this custom curriculum are grateful for the dedication and investment of both the participants and their companies: without question, our 2023 grads not only bettered themselves, but by doing so have also bettered MCAA and the industry as a whole. From the ALI Committee to all the members of Class 23: thank you, and congratulations!

MCAA member company executives who are interested in the program can check out the ALI course page for more information. Be sure to watch the video for a peek into the classroom and to hear first-hand from participants.

Enhance Your Company’s Training & Leadership and Meet Your Financial Objectives with Skills from NEI Instructor Leah Gutmann – New Classes Added

MCAA’s National Education Initiative (NEI) Seminars bring our best programs to your local association or your company thanks to instructors like Leah Gutmann, owner of First Forward Consulting, LLC. Leah teaches instructors to enhance their skills, managers to build leadership skills, and finance teams to meet company objectives. Her newest classes focus on building the fundamental leadership skills of our industry’s field leaders, service leaders, and project managers.

Leah is certified to deliver training on a wide variety of leadership and financial topics. She has over 12 years of experience in the design, implementation and facilitation of educational programs, classes and seminars. Her 20-year career as a CFO and Finance Manager in the mechanical construction industry has given Leah the unique ability to offer training and consulting from a hands-on, in the trenches perspective. 

Leah offers six course series, each tailored for a specific audience and purpose.

The Field Leadership Series (FLS) builds the fundamental leadership skills every field leader must know, believe in, and be able to apply in practical and consistent ways to drive long term success for individuals, crews, projects, and organizations.

The Service Leadership Series (SLS) teaches participants to apply critical leadership skills to real service team problems, building confidence at both the individual and team level. Everyone participating will leave with tools and strategies that can be applied immediately to improve results at all levels.

In the Project Manager Leadership Series (PML), project managers will learn the essential tools needed to gain respect, get noticed, and be the project leader others follow because they want to, not because they have to.

The Instructor Training Series (ITS) Seminars train JATC instructors, association instructors, and organization subject matter experts to increase retention of material, connect with students, and transfer critical industry knowledge to the next generation, thus enhancing their organization’s competitive advantage. All classes are adapted to fit the needs of each instructor group and their application to the mechanical construction industry. 

In the Leadership Development Series (LDS) Seminars for Service and Construction, management level employees and team leaders focus on building strong communication skills and self awareness to help them be successful leaders.

The Financial Development Series (FDS) Seminars for Service and Construction offer customized coursework to address foundational, intermediate, or advanced topics for your identified group and will include direct application and practice to relevant projects, service work, and company financials.

Like our other NEI instructors, Leah brings her unique blend of industry and teaching experience to virtual courses, a new NEI offering. Providing top notch, accessible education for everyone in your organization is what the MCAA’s NEI is all about! Visit the NEI website for more information about these seminars and a full list of the NEI courses available to MCAA members. 

Book your courses via the NEI website, then apply for a 20% rebate on the instructor fees, up to $5,000 per class.*

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*This benefit is available only to MCAA members and local affiliates in good standing who book courses via the NEI website. Learn more about the rebate program here. Have questions or need personal assistance? Contact MCAA’s Frank Wall or call him at 301-990-2215.

Calling All CONTRACTORS: MCAA Needs Your Input – Take the ESG Survey Today

Survey Deadline: December 15, 2023

MCAA member contractors are occasionally required to demonstrate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance in their bids. To further our commitment to developing ESG compliance resources, we kindly request your participation in a survey on the topic. The collected data will support the creation of an ESG presentation for the MCAA24 Annual Convention in March and an MCAA Resource Center to assist members in obtaining the information they require on this subject.

The ESG framework is used to assess a company’s performance in terms of its environmental impact, social responsibility, and corporate governance. ESG criteria help investors, stakeholders and end users evaluate a company’s sustainability and ethical practices.

Thank you for your time!

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Serviceeye

Looking to reduce paperwork costs, H.T. Lyons, Inc. had service mechanics, project managers, and dispatchers work internally to create service software. MCAA’s Serviceeye provides details of the affordable solution to inspire others faced with the need to develop or customize software. It’s just one of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

The bulletin covers:

  • What Serviceeye is and what it does
  • How Serviceeye works
  • Benefits of Serviceeye, including streamlined communication and simplified processes
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For a full list of available Management Methods Bulletins, visit the Management Methods Bulletins page.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Frank Wall.

ALI Course 24, Week 2

This two-week executive leadership program is custom designed to develop the talents and business networks of leaders in the mechanical contracting industry. ALI is held at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business in Chapel Hill, which is ranked #2 in the nation for ‘Custom Executive Education’ and #1 for ‘Best Value in Executive Education’. The  program is highly interactive and workshop-based, with a focus on helping senior industry leaders develop and practice skills and proven strategies that can be immediately applied to the day-to-day challenges of running a company or business unit.

IPM Class 92, Week 1, October 2024

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 91, Week 1, October 2024

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 90, Week 2, September 2024

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 89, Week 2, September 2024

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.

ALI Course 24, Week 1

This two-week executive leadership program is custom designed to develop the talents and business networks of leaders in the mechanical contracting industry. ALI is held at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business in Chapel Hill, which is ranked #2 in the nation for ‘Custom Executive Education’ and #1 for ‘Best Value in Executive Education’. The  program is highly interactive and workshop-based, with a focus on helping senior industry leaders develop and practice skills and proven strategies that can be immediately applied to the day-to-day challenges of running a company or business unit.

MCAA President Robert Beck & Trane Discuss Industry Collaboration & Innovation

MCAA President Robert Beck, CEO of John W. Danforth Company, recently sat down with Trane’s Kristie Upton and Terry Dugan to discuss what they foresee for the coming year, and how manufacturers and contractors can work together to solve the industry’s most pressing issues, including the ongoing talent crunch.

Beacon Economics Study Will Help Service Contractors Thrive in Our Evolving Economy

The 2023 Beacon Economics study, commissioned for MSCA, delves into the critical economic dynamics shaping the mechanical service industry today. This analysis scrutinizes the impact of the real estate market, inflation, and labor shortages, among others, shedding light on how these factors will influence the economy and help MSCA members navigate and thrive in an evolving economic landscape.

Find the Latest from EVOLVE and Milwaukee Valve Company, LLC in MCAA’s Virtual Trade Show

MCAA’s Virtual Trade Show connects our contractor members with the members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council.

Participating companies highlight and link to new products, product lines, services, solutions or web pages of particular interest. Here are just a few of the recent additions:

EVOLVE
EVOLVE is the Southeast’s premier Autodesk software reseller, providing design technology planning, training, mentoring, and solutions to help clients improve project performance and workflows.

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Milwaukee Valve The Insulator/MS

Milwaukee Valve Company, LLC
INSULATOR/MS® from Milwaukee Valve is the only insulating ball valve handle that does it all – controls condensation, has reliable memory stop, and saves time since there’s no need to disassemble for adjustments.

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Need Something Else?

Find many more smart solutions in MCAA’s Virtual Trade Show!

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Speaking of Smart Solutions

Visit the Smart Solutions Case Studies area of our website to learn how other mechanical contractors found their win-win with cost-saving and productivity-enhancing applications from members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council.

This section of our website also includes tips and ideas to help your company save money and enhance your productivity. Don’t miss it!

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Nominations Are Open for MCAA’s Board of Directors

The future of MCAA is fundamentally linked to the quality of the individuals who serve on its Board of Directors. MCAA members who would like to be considered for one of four vacancies are encouraged to learn more and complete the application. Applications should be returned no later than January 12, 2024. Candidates and their spokespersons will be scheduled for interviews at the 2024 MCAA Annual Convention. Those who are selected will begin their terms in March 2024.