The Builders Exchange offers a variety of education, safety and professional development programs designed specifically for the construction industry. Use our searchable catalog to learn more about these courses, suggested participants and the next available offering.
For more information about courses for you or your employees, contact BX Director of Conference & Professional Development, Deb Murphy at 614.486.9521 x215.
COURSE CATALOG (.pdf)
Learn how the current AIA documents differ from past versions, as well as about the various changes and modifications that have been proposed.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
(1-day course)
Cost
$49 | BX Member Firms
$59 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
From proper contract negotiation to ensuring the contract is being followed; a Top 10 List of legal and project management tips for staying on the job and out of litigation.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
(1-day Course)
Cost
$55 BX Member Firms
$65 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
With four generations in the workforce, understanding the unique characteristics of Boomers and Zoomers is the key to successful leadership at all levels. Discover the factors that contribute to different workplace styles and leave with easy strategies to lead each generation.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
8 - 11:30 AM
(1-day Course)
Cost
$349 | BX Member Firms
$449 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Businesses are struggling to figure out how to respond to marijuana as it relates to their workplaces. It’s difficult for employers to keep up with what they can or should do, while balancing pressures of safety, productivity and responsible hiring with our country’s labor shortage. And that leaves them wondering about whether -- or how -- to adjust company policies and testing practices in an ever-changing environment.
Discover some of the challenges employers need to consider when deciding how to respond to this changing landscape and resources available to help.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
(1-day course)
Cost
$59 | BX Member Firms
$69 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Learn the stages of a construction project and how the different trades work together. The program follows the timeline of an actual project from beginning to end.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$199 BX Member Firms
$299 Non-Member Firms
Through lecture and interactive work with a set of commercial drawings, this course provides the fundamental knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints. You’ll learn about the general terms, where to find information and how trades interrelate.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
2024
4 - 6 PM
(2-day course)
Cost
$199 BX Member Firms
$299 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Go beyond the basics of reading and learn to interpret plans and anticipate potential problems. Through hands-on practice, you’ll be guided through site, structural, HVAC, plumbing and electrical drawings.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$399 | BX Member Firms
$499 | Non-Member Firms
This course will help non-financial staff understand how a project budget is compiled and how each decision you make in the field plays into it. You’ll learn to read a budget and how to understand and apply this financial information to your projects.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$199 BX Member Firms
$299 Non-Member Firms
A positive first impression can make a huge difference to a customer. This course will help you understand owner needs and how to best represent your company during meetings and on the jobsite.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$199 | BX Member Firms
$299 | Non-Member Firms
Learn about sustainable diversity as a business strategy and means to a better bottom line. Recognize the individual prejudices that we all carry and how to interact with people as individuals, rather than as members of a certain group .
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
Cost
TBD
Employees will receive education on their company’s policy, their responsibilities, rights and resources available to them. Supervisors will review and update necessary procedures.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
Employee: 8 - 9 AM
Supervisor: 9 - 10 AM
(1-day course)
March 24, 2023
May 12, 2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Nov. 2, 2023
Cost
Employee:
$50 | BX Member Firms
$70 | Non-Member Firms
Supervisor:
$70 | BX Member Firms
$90 | Non-Member Firms
This course covers the basic organizational tools required to meet today’s short deadlines and ongoing competition. Learn the fundamentals of job cost estimating and the steps needed to prepare a clear bid.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
2024
4 - 6 PM
(4-day course)
Cost
$399 BX Member Firms
$499 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Built for senior-level executives in construction companies, this 11-session program has topics ranging from leadership essentials to risk management and includes valuable networking opportunities.
Company Roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
Sept. 2023
(11-session program)
Cost
$6,300 | BX Member Firms
$6,800 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
An eight-session program designed for field force managers. The focus of this series is on developing the management abilities of current and future jobsite leaders.
Company Roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$4,200 | BX Member Firms
$4,500 | Non-Member Firms
Learn the methods and techniques needed for both leadership and management of today’s jobsites. Through lecture, discussion and handouts, you’ll compile your own supervisor’s manual by the end of this course.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$399 BX Member Firms
$499 Non-Member Firms
This course builds on skills learned in Field Supervision 101 and provides techniques to become practical managers who can provide solutions to project problems. You’ll learn advanced scheduling techniques, risk management strategies and skills for managing a diverse team.
Prerequisite: Field Supervision 101 or at least 6 months of experience as a field superintendent.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
2024
4 - 6 PM
(4-day course)
Cost
$399 | BX Member Firms
$499 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
There has never been a project of this size, or magnitude, in the entire state of Ohio’s history. During this breakfast session, you’ll learn about Intel’s investment of more than $20 billion in the construction of two leading-edge chip factories. The mega site spans nearly 1,000 acres in Licking County and can accommodate a total of eight chip factories and supporting operations.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
8 - 9:30 AM
(1-day course)
Cost
$39 BX Member Firms
$49 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Learn the essentials of leadership and the challenges that come with holding a position of authority. You’ll learn about different leadership styles, motivation techniques and the difference between leading and managing.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$399 BX Member Firms
$499 Non-Member Firms
Change Project Management: The Next Step
In this half-day, deep dive on the next steps of change project management, participants will learn how to implement change and why we must do something different if we want to recognize results.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$389 BX Member Firms
$489 Non-Member Firms
Discover how to properly manage conflict and confrontation. You'll learn about the communication challenges we all face, tips for mediation, emotional control and understanding bias in conflict..
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$329 BX Member Firms
$429 Non-Member Firms
This three-part series helps middle managers explore the key attributes of middle management “MUSCLES” and provide personal growth and development opportunities.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$1,700 BX Member Firms
$2,000 Non-Member Firms
Learn to recognize the early warning signs of a problem project and acquire practical tools for handling one. You’ll gain information on the mediation and arbitration processes and learn skills to help you communicate with key parties while under pressure.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$150 BX Member Firms
$250 Non-Member Firms
Learn to be assertive without being abrasive. Discover a three-step assertive communication process, listening tips, how to give constructive feedback and how to effectively deal with difficult people.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
(1-day course)
Cost
$295 BX Member Firms
$395 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.
Discover the core components to successful negotiations. Through class exercises, learn about managing emotions, how to handle difficult people and learn comprehensive planning elements.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
Cost
TBD
A one-day event where construction owners, design professionals, contractors, suppliers and service providers gather to gain leading-edge information, receive practical business solutions and network with hundreds of industry leaders.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
March 13, 2024
7 AM - 5 PM
(1-day conference)
Cost
$350 Full-day
$255 Half-day (AM or PM)
$825 Group of 3
***Note: Costs in red are previous year's information, not current/future costs.
Learn who can file an Ohio mechanic’s lien and how to properly file a lien. You’ll also learn what is required to protect your company’s lien rights.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$225 | BX Member Firms
$325 | Non-Member Firms
The entry-level class is designed to teach the basics of construction safety. Topics covered include proper fall protection, how to protect yourself and others, how to handle electrical hazards, the dangers of scaffolding, trenching hazards and more.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
8 AM - 2:30 PM
(2-day course)
Cost
$225 | BX Member Firms
$375 | Non-Member Firms
***Note: Costs in red are previous year's information, not current/future costs.
Provides in-depth knowledge of OSHA compliance issues and guidelines. Topics include general worksite safety, avoiding common hazards, understanding workers' rights, employer responsibilities and more.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2023
Sept. 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2023
8 AM - 4:30 PM
(4-day course)
Cost
$535 | BX Member Firms
$835 | Non-Member Firms
Information will be provided to help you understand the requirements of Ohio’s prevailing wage law and how it impacts your company. You will also learn about the federal requirements.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$55 BX Member Firms
$65 Non-Member Firms
This course will provide the basic strategies for building a quality team, making decisions under pressure, organizing projects and much more. You’ll learn skills for managing a project from overview to close-out.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
2024
4 - 6 PM
(4-day course)
Cost
$399 BX Member Firms
$499 Non-Member Firms
***Note: Costs in red are previous year's information, not current/future costs.
This competent person training course will lead you through the construction industry requirements and safety regulations. It includes tips to help you remember important requirements and features a pre-test and post-test to obtain a certification card.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$335 | BX Member Firms
$435 | Non-Member Firms
The Rising Leaders Institute (RLI) is an intensive program that includes classroom time, case studies, projects and networking to help develop well-rounded leadership skills with topics ranging from business operations to branding. RLI is a partnership through the OSU Fisher College of Business.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
Feb. 2024
11:30 AM - 4 PM
(12-session program)
Cost
$4,500 BX Member Firms
$5,500 Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year's information, not current/future costs
Learn to build and maintain efficient schedules that work well for everyone. This course includes information on proven scheduling techniques and the various methods that are available.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$199 BX Member Firms
$299 Non-Member Firms
Learn the basics of first aid including when and how to respond to an emergency. You’ll get hands-on practice with bandaging, performing CPR and how to properly use an AED.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
March 31, 2023
April 26, 2023
Oct. 13, 2023
Nov. 3, 2023
8 AM - 12:30 PM
(1-day course)
Cost
$90 | BX Member Firms
$120 | Non-Member Firms
Provides interactive training to help develop skills necessary to spot problems and improve accuracy during the building layout phase. You’ll have the opportunity to use surveying equipment and other building layout tools.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$270 | BX Member Firms
$370 | Non-Member Firms
This course provides the knowledge to help you identify project risks and explains how to manage potential damages through proper documentation.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
$199 | BX Member Firms
$299 | Non-Member Firms
Get answers to questions on accident investigations, EMR, unemployment, absence management and more during an interactive workshop to help you understand the Ohio workers’ compensation claims process.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Cost
There is no cost to attend this program.
Using the Terra Nova team building model, participants will experience real-world challenges faced by organizations and learn how to align individual, team and organizational goals. Attendees will discover the tools and understanding needed to craft solutions, improve productivity and achieve outstanding business results.
Company roles for which this course may be appropriate.
Next Offered
TBD
8 AM - NOON
(1-day course)
Cost
$400 | BX Member Firms
$500 | Non-Member Firms
**Note: Costs in red are previous year’s information, not current/future cost.