This seven-part NECA Education and ELECTRI virtual series helps construction leaders understand where AI fits and how to manage it responsibly. Each session focuses on what’s working today, what’s worth paying attention to, and how to apply AI in ways that actually support people, projects, and operations.
1. Construction AI Roundtable - February 5, 2026 | 3PM ET
This candid roundtable cuts through the hype surrounding AI in construction. Industry experts and early adopters share what’s actually working today, where risks and liabilities need attention, and what’s realistically ready for contractors to adopt. Participants will leave with a grounded understanding of how AI can support their business now and how to avoid costly distractions.
2. Everyday AI: Practical Prompting for Real Work – March 5, 2026 | 3PM ET
AI delivers value only when people know how to use it well. This session equips contractors with practical prompting techniques they can apply immediately in both field and office settings. Learn how to get consistent, useful outputs from AI for emails, RFIs, submittals, SOPs, and other everyday workflows without purchasing new software.
3. How to Define and Manage AI Initiatives – April 2, 2026 | 3PM ET
Most AI efforts fail due to unclear goals and poor scoping. This session provides a simple, six-step framework for selecting the right AI initiatives, managing vendors, and defining success. Leaders will gain the tools to evaluate ROI, establish governance, and move forward with confidence instead of experimentation.
4. Boring AI: Automating Repetitive Tasks – May 7, 2026 | 3PM ET
Not all AI needs to be flashy to deliver results. This session focuses on practical, off-the-shelf automation that eliminates repetitive administrative work and delivers immediate labor savings. Through real-world examples, participants will learn how to pilot and scale “boring” AI solutions that quietly generate measurable ROI.
5. Confidence: From Vibe to Value – Coding Faster Than Copy/Paste – June 4th, 2026 | 3PM ET
AI-assisted development is changing how contractors build internal tools. This session explores how lightweight scripts, calculators, and jobsite utilities can be created quickly using AI often by non-developers. Learn when small, purpose-built tools outperform full platforms and how to keep them reliable and maintainable.
6. Data Models Demystified: Beyond the LLM Hype – August 6, 2026 | 3PM ET
AI cannot scale without structured data. This session breaks down data models, taxonomies, and structured information in plain contractor language. Participants will see how better data foundations improve estimating, prefab, QA/QC, and closeout and prevent costly fragmentation as AI adoption grows.
7. The Effort Equation: How Involved Should You Be? – September 10, 2026 | 3PM ET
AI success requires the right level of involvement—not burnout. This closing session offers a realistic look at the effort behind AI adoption, helping leaders decide what to own, what to delegate, and how to pace implementation. Participants will leave with clarity on how to adopt AI sustainably while aligning resources and expectations.
Speakers:
- Jared Christman, Big State Electric
- Jonathan Marsh, Steel Toe Consulting LLC
- Jeff Elwell, EM Duggan
You can register to the whole series here or register for individual classes here:
1. Construction AI Roundtable - February 5, 2026 | 3PM ET
2. Everyday AI: Practical Prompting for Real Work – March 5, 2026 | 3PM ET
3. How to Define and Manage AI Initiatives – April 2, 2026 | 3PM ET
4. Boring AI: Automating Repetitive Tasks – May 7, 2026 | 3PM ET
5. Confidence: From Vibe to Value – Coding Faster Than Copy/Paste – June 4th, 2026 | 3PM ET
6. Data Models Demystified: Beyond the LLM Hype – August 6, 2026 | 3PM ET
7. The Effort Equation: How Involved Should You Be? – September 10, 2026 | 3PM ET