Western New York's Source for Construction Learning
The Construction Exchange provides educational programs for members that are tailored for the construction industry. Offerings range from eight-week workshops to hour-long seminars.
Workshops and Seminars
***FULL***Intro to Blueprint Reading (Class 1)
Sept. 2 – Oct. 7, 2020 – 4:30pm to 7pm for six consecutive Wednesdays.
$265 per person for members / $530 for non-members
Event Registration & Information
MWBE Certification – City of Buffalo (Webinar)
September 8, 2020 – 8:30am-9:30am
$15 per person for members / $30 for non-members
Webinar Registration & Information
CB2Gnow/LCP Tracker – City of Buffalo (Webinar)
September 21, 2020 – 8:30am-9:30am
$15 per person for members / $30 for non-members
Webinar Registration & Information
***FULL*** How and Why to Review Insurance Certificates
October 7, 2020 – 8:30-10:00 am
$15 per person for members/$30 for non-members
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***FULL*** Bidding & Performing Prevailing Rate Work
October 12, 2020 – 8:30am – 10am
$15 per person for members / $30 for non-members
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***FULL***Intro to Blueprint Reading (Class 2)
Oct. 14 – Nov. 18. 2020 – 4:30pm – 7pm for six consecutive Wednesdays.
$265 per person for members / $530 for non-members.
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***FULL*** Change Orders & Claims Avoidance
October 14, 2020 – 8:30-9:30 am
$15 per person for members/$30 for non-members
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Significant Changes to 2020 NYS Codes (Webinar)
November 5, 2020 – 12pm-4:15pm
$75 per person for members / $150 for non-members
Four (4) AIA HSW continuing education units.
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Group Captives
November 11, 2020 – 8:30-9:30 am
$15 per person for members/$30 for non-members
New York State Sales Tax & Use
November 23, 2020 – 8:30am-3:30pm
$85 per person for members / $170 for non-members
Safety Training
Click here to view the full schedule of safety courses available through Construction Exchange Safety Services. Or call the office at (716) 874-3435 to set up a private course.
Education Committee
The Construction Exchange Education Committee meets periodically to discuss the educational needs of the membership. The committee decides which courses to offer and helps to choose instructors. If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Joe Benedict at (716) 874-3435.
Education Committee Members:
Karen Antonelli, Chiampou Travis Besaw & Kershner
Gary Bichler (Chair), R&P Oak Hill Building Company
Earl Cantwell, Hurwitz & Fine
Dave Guido, Encompass Management
Don Hahn, Hahn Training
Brendan Kelly, M&T Bank
Joe Marchitte, MKS Plumbing
Andrew McLellan, UNYSE
Drew Miller, Webster Szanyi
Byron Nakagawa, Bison Scaffold & Mason’s Supply
Greg Schober, Huber Construction
Shannon Seipel, Lafarge
Tim Toole, Lawley Insurance
