Education & Training

At BTEA Northeast, we’re all in on building better—and that starts with empowering our members.

We’re proud to offer complimentary, top-tier education and training exclusively to our community of
union construction contractors.

Let’s build what’s next—together.

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Upcoming Training

September 9, 2026 |

Operational Excellence

Waltham, MA

This course provides contractors with a detailed look at operational excellence and the processes, tools, and KPIs required to drive…

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September 16, 2026 |

SMACNA Tech U – 2 Days

Quincy, MA

SMACNA Technical University provides contractors with practical instruction on SMACNA standards and their application in the field. This hands-on learning…

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September 22, 2026 |

Claude for Construction: Intermediate to Advanced AI Workflows & Automations

Quincy, MA

This hands-on workshop is designed for construction professionals who want to move beyond basic AI use and build practical Claude…

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October 8, 2026 |

Construction Project Controls

Waltham, MA

This course provides contractors with a detailed look at operational excellence and the processes, tools, and KPIs needed to drive…

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October 22, 2026 |

Documentation, Policy Implementation, & Record Maintenance

Burlington, MA

This four-hour session provides contractors, managers, and supervisors with practical HR tools to create effective workplace policies, apply those policies…

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November 5, 2026 |

Good Foreman, Bad Foreman

Waltham, MA

Nic Bittle’s Good Foreman, Bad Foreman digs deep into what it takes to lead effectively in today’s market. This workshop…

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November 19, 2026 |

Cybersecurity

Burlington, MA

Cybersecurity threats are no longer limited to large corporations; construction firms and contractors are increasingly in the crosshairs. From ransomware…

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December 3, 2026 |

Work Planning for Maximum Flow and Production

Waltham, MA

This half-day Lean Construction training will focus on work planning strategies that help contractors improve flow, production, and coordination in…

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January 14, 2027 |

Leading Effectively Under Pressure

Virtual Workshop

In construction and the trades, pressure is constant. Deadlines shift, materials arrive late, communication breaks down, and leaders are expected…

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January 28, 2027 |

Change Order Management

Burlington, MA

Effective change order management can dramatically reduce a subcontractor’s risk and improve profitability. This four-hour interactive course examines the change…

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