RMMI Continuing Education for Certified Mason Contractors Improving Labor Productivity a 2-part class April 16 and May 21, 2014, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. RMMI 686 Mariposa St, Denver CO 80204 CLASS FACILITATOR DAVID BROWN is the Founder and President of D. Brown Management, a consulting and management firm that helps construction companies improve profitability. Headquartered in Northern California, the company provides a comprehensive scope of general management solutions to construction clients nationwide, including strategy, planning, operations, field productivity, workflow, financial management, technology, and marketing. With D. Brown Management, organizations can improve processes, productivity, and ultimately profitability. Beginning his construction career in 1988 as an electrician, David quickly worked his way through the ranks to foreman, superintendent, and project manager before moving to executive management. In addition to managing client projects nationwide he frequently speaks to construction industry groups about how to increase profitability. Upcoming Contractor Continuing Ed programs: • Sept. 17 will be Field Testing • Oct. 15 will be QA on the Jobsite • Nov 19 and Dec 17 are still being finalized with the instructors. FIELD LABOR is the biggest job cost variable for most contractors. This program is designed for the entire project team and focuses on some key factors that affect labor productivity (both positively and negatively) for contractors. This class will help your team come up with ideas that can be put into use immediately to lower your labor costs and increase productivity. Key points covered include: • How Labor Productivity Relates to Competiveness and Profitability • Defining Pre-Planning at All Management Levels and Phases of the Project • Understanding and Shifting The Ratio of Installation vs. Non-Installation Field Time • Improving the Submittal Process to Improve Labor Productivity • Why Material Logistics Matter for Maximizing Productivity • 5 Key Labor Productivity Impacts and How to Fight Back • 4 Profit Levers - Dissecting Job Cost Profitability Variables • How Tracking Production Actually Improves Productivity • Creating a Cultural Shift vs. System Implementation • Understanding a Measured Mile and How Productivity Claims are Evaluated • 4 Pillars of Productivity • Key Field Management Tools for Keeping a Job On-Track • Proactive Daily Planning - the ABC Approach • The Link Between Customer Satisfaction and Profitability Registration is $30 per person. To register, call Nancy at 303-893-3838 with your Mastercard/Visa, or check #. Non-certified masons may also register to attend. Class limit 20. In the event of a sell-out, preference will be given to Certified Mason Contractors for their continuing education credits. The RMMI 1week in advance cancellation policy applies.