Leadership for Project Executives Course | Associated General Contractors of America

Bridging the Gap between PM and C-Suite

AGC’s Leadership for Project Executives Course (LPEC) prepares aspiring and newly appointed project executives to step confidently into the complex, high‑impact responsibilities of executive‑level project leadership. Designed for professionals with a minimum of eight years of project management experience, this intensive program builds on participants’ existing operational expertise and equips them with the leadership, strategic, and financial capabilities required to guide project teams and business outcomes at an executive level.

Bridging the Gap Between PM and C-Suite

Across two dynamic days, participants will deepen their understanding of leadership behaviors, communication styles, and team motivation; master ethical and structured decision‑making; and apply frameworks that strengthen both project execution and organizational performance. Through hands‑on exercises, case studies, and facilitated exploration, participants will learn to:

Lead and influence diverse teams using proven tools such as Everything DiSC and Situational Leadership.
Navigate complex ethical challenges with confidence and apply structured decision‑making models to real‑world scenarios.
Improve project productivity by identifying workflow constraints, enhancing coordination, and applying Lean‑based practices.
Strengthen financial management through earned value analysis, cash flow forecasting, and performance measurement.
Negotiate fair, balanced contracts that protect their organizations while building strong industry relationships.
Elevate business development efforts by building enduring client relationships and differentiating their firm based on service and value.

Dates:
October 5–6, 2026

Program Times:
Start time: 7:30 AM (Eastern Time) on October 5, 2026
End time: 4:30 PM (Eastern Time) on October 6, 2026

Training Location:
Colonial Place at Courthouse Metro
2111 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201

Tuition:
Cost includes training materials, breakfast, and lunch

Early Bird Deadline is August 28
Early Bird Member Price: $2,565
Early Bird Non-Member Price: $3,195

Standard Member Price: $2,995
Standard Non-Member Price: $3,695

Nearby Hotels:
Hyatt Place Arlington Courthouse Plaza
2401 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201
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(703) 243-2494

Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Courthouse
1401 N Adams St, Arlington, VA 22201
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(703) 312-2100

Airport:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
2401 Smith Blvd, Arlington, VA 22202
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Module One: Leading Teams with Everything DiSC
Learning Objectives:

Explain the DiSC assessment model and understand your own communication style.
Describe the stages of team formation.
Apply DiSC insights to strengthen team dynamics and build more functional teams.
Adapt your communication approach to improve interpersonal effectiveness across diverse team members and situations.

Module Two: Ethical Decision‑Making for Project Executives
Learning Objectives:

Identify a structured framework for making ethical decisions in project environments.
Analyze how and where ethical issues commonly emerge in construction leadership and project delivery.
Evaluate your ethical decision‑making processes using real‑world criteria.
Discuss ethical case studies and hypotheticals to explore practical applications and consequences of ethical choices.

Module Three: Motivation and Situational Leadership
Learning Objectives:

Identify the fundamentals of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how they influence team performance.
Explain the leader’s role in creating a safe and motivating work environment.
Describe the core styles within Situational Leadership and when each is most effective.
Apply the appropriate leadership style based on team readiness, task complexity, and situational needs.
Practice reflective techniques to improve leadership effectiveness.

Module Four: Decision Making Frameworks for Project Executives
Learning Objectives:

Explain key decision‑making frameworks used in project leadership.
Identify the essential steps involved in effective decision making.
Apply a structured decision‑making framework to a construction case study.
Analyze a real‑world project scenario to determine an informed and defensible course of action.

Module Five: Productivity Improvement for Project Executives
Learning Objectives:

Recall the core goals and essential features of Lean Construction.
Discuss practical opportunities to apply Lean principles on construction projects.
Define key concepts and methods for identifying and controlling waste on a jobsite.
Identify the fundamental tools used within Lean Construction practices.
Recognize the value of reliable workflow and describe how planning processes shift under Lean Construction, including the use of the Last Planner^® System.

Module Six: Using Forecasting to Better Manage Your Project
Learning Objectives:

Explain the key components and concepts within Earned Value Analysis (EVA).
Assess project performance and status using Earned Value metrics.
Calculate essential Earned Value measures to evaluate cost and schedule performance.
Develop performance indicators and dashboards to monitor project activities.
Create more accurate cash flow projections to support proactive financial management.

Module Seven: Elevating Business Development Through Relationships, Service, and Value
Learning Objectives:

Explain effective strategies for differentiating a firm in a competitive marketplace.
Apply principles of exceptional client service to strengthen trust and enhance the project experience.
Discuss approaches for building and sustaining long‑term client relationships.
Evaluate how to position and compete on value rather than price to improve win rates and client satisfaction.

Module Eight: Understanding and Negotiating a Fair Contract
Learning Objectives:

Identify high‑risk (“killer”) contract clauses that can impact project performance and liability.
Evaluate basic contract and subcontract language to determine obligations, risks, and protections.
Identify key contractual provisions that support the defense and resolution of claims.
Explain the importance of thorough and timely documentation in protecting project and organizational interests.
Apply effective negotiation techniques to achieve fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial contract terms.
Describe the primary types of dispute resolution and when each may be appropriate.

Mark Rounds
Professor of Construction Management (Retired)

Mark Rounds recently retired as Assistant Professor and Program Director of Construction Management at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). He brings 40 years of construction industry experience, including leadership and project management roles with Vogel Bros. Building Co., The Boldt Company, Boller Construction, and Hensel Phelps Construction Co. A licensed Professional Engineer in Wisconsin, Mark holds a Civil and Environmental Engineering degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has been recognized with the Daily Reporter’s Educator of the Year award and the MSOE Faculty Appreciation Award.

Mark Federle, P.E., Ph.D. CM-Lean
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Marquette University

Mark Federle is currently the Associate Dean for Academic at Marquette University. Previously, he was Chief Information Officer for The Weitz Company in Des Moines for 9 years. Prior to joining The Weitz Company, Federle was the Professor-in-Charge of Construction Engineering program at Iowa State University, where he taught for nine years. Mark earned his PhD and Masters in Construction Engineering and Management from the University of Michigan. Mark is a licensed Professional Engineer and a Certified Professional Constructor and a CM-LEAN. Mark was awarded The Career Achievement Award by Rose-Hulman in 2005. He was recognized by AGC of America as Instructor of the Year in 2011. He is a Fellow of ASCE. He is a member of the National Academy of Construction.

AGC's Construction Project Manager Course is a six-day course that transforms how your PMs manage projects, and the ROI shows up on every job they touch after.

Who Should Attend?

Those with at least 6 years of project management experience
Those with a 4-year Construction Management degree and 2 years of project management experience

AGC’s Advanced Management Program connects you with experienced leaders from across the construction industry to help you overcome any challenge that lies ahead.

Who Should Attend?

Chief executives and members of the firm’s senior management team

A minimum of ten (10) years of construction experience or six (6) years of construction experience and a Bachelors degree are required for admittance.

Continuing Education Credit

The AGC Leadership for Project Executives Course (LPEC) is designed to support the professional development of construction industry leaders and offers participants the opportunity to earn up to 15 hours of continuing education, including:

15 Continuing Education Hours

15 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits recognized by the American Institute of Constructors (AIC)

1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)

AGC is an Authorized Provider by IACET. To earn CE credit, participants must attend the course in its entirety, arrive on time for each instructional session, complete the course evaluation, and successfully pass the post‑course online assessment with a score of 75% or higher. CEUs are awarded based on approved instructional contact hours only; breaks, meals, and non‑instructional activities are excluded.

Continuing Education Offerings

15 Continuing Education Hours

15 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits recognized by the American Institute of Constructors (AIC)

1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)

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Cancellations and Refunds

Registrations canceled within 48 hours of the original registration date are eligible for a full refund without a cancellation fee.
After the 48-hour grace period, cancellation requests must be submitted 30 or more days prior to the start of the event.
Registrations canceled 30 or more days prior to the conference will be refunded minus a $250 cancellation fee per registrant.
Registrations canceled fewer than 30 days prior to the conference are not eligible for a refund.
No refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows or failure to attend without prior cancellation.
All refunds will be credited to the original method of payment.

Transfers

Attendees may transfer their registration to another individual from the same organization through their online attendee profile at no cost.

Registration transfers to another individual must be completed 7 days or more prior to the event.
Requests for staff-assisted transfers to another individual will incur a $50 administrative fee.
Transfers to future AGC events are not permitted. If the attendee cannot participate, they must cancel based on the above refund policy.

AGC reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make exceptions in the event of extraordinary circumstances. View the complete AGC Events Policies online.

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Registrations canceled within 48 hours of the original registration date are eligible for a full refund without a cancellation fee.
After the 48-hour grace period, cancellation requests must be submitted 30 or more days prior to the start of the event.
Registrations canceled 30 or more days prior to the conference will be refunded minus a $250 cancellation fee per registrant.
Registrations canceled fewer than 30 days prior to the conference are not eligible for a refund.
No refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows or failure to attend without prior cancellation.
All refunds will be credited to the original method of payment.

Transfers
Attendees may transfer their registration to another individual from the same organization through their online attendee profile at no cost.

Registration transfers to another individual must be completed 7 days or more prior to the event.
Requests for staff-assisted transfers to another individual will incur a $50 administrative fee.
Transfers to future AGC events are not permitted. If the attendee cannot participate, they must cancel based on the above refund policy.

AGC reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make exceptions in the event of extraordinary circumstances. View the complete AGC Events Policies online.

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