ELDS Masterclass: Financial Leadership - The Business Behind the Build
Date and Time
Friday Sep 25, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
Location
AGC MA
888 Worcester Street, Suite 40
Wellesley, MA 02482
Fees/Admission
AGC MA Members: $200.00
Contact Information
Kara Cady
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ELDS Masterclass: Financial Leadershi...
Description
Course Description:
Expert construction management isn't just about the schedule; it’s about the financial health of the project and the firm. This course bridges the gap between daily field decisions, like change order negotiations and labor productivity, and the company’s bottom line. By demystifying the "business of the build," we empower leaders to manage their project budgets with the mindset of a business owner.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify Profit Levers: Pinpoint the specific project variables, from buyout savings to self-perform productivity, that have the highest impact on net margins.
- Analyze Cash Flow and Fee: Distinguish between monthly billings and actual liquidity to understand how project "burn rates" affect the company’s bonding and growth capacity.
- Connect Decisions to Results: Articulate how SPM-level decisions directly influence the firm's ability to reinvest in new equipment, technology, and people.
Who Should Attend
This masterclass is designed for professionals at all levels who want to strengthen their communication and leadership capabilities, including:
- New managers seeking practical tools to confidently handle challenging conversations.
- Young professionals preparing for future leadership roles and looking to build a strong communication foundation.
- Team leaders, supervisors, and emerging leaders responsible for guiding others and fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Anyone who wants to improve their ability to deliver feedback, navigate conflict, and communicate with clarity and empathy.
Massachusetts Express Grant Program
AGC MA is an approved training provider under the Massachusetts Express Grant Program. Our members have access to state-funded support for select professional development offerings. Eligible AGC MA courses are now listed in the Express Grant Training Directory, allowing firms to apply grant funds directly toward participation.
This program is an approved Express Program course.
Apply for funding here!
Grant funds are limited to $15,000 per company per calendar year, $300 per instructional hour, and $3,000 per employee per course. Businesses are responsible for covering additional costs beyond these caps out-of-pocket.
Massachusetts businesses with 100 or fewer Massachusetts W-2 employees may apply. In order to qualify, businesses must pay into the Workforce Training Fund. All for-profit companies pay into the fund.
See full Guidelines here.
