Featured Events
- August 06, 2026 4:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
2026 Annual BBQ
You’re invited to join United Contractors for our most cherished and widely attended event of the year! Join us at the Alameda County Fairgrounds new location: Walnut Grove on Thursay, August 6 for the 2026 Annual BBQ.
4501 Pleasanton Ave, Gate 8
Pleasanton, CA 94566
- September 11, 2026 7:30am - 4:00pm PDT
2026 Sal Rubino Golf Classic
Join us on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the stunning Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Club in Seaside for UCON’s premier golfing event!
This annual tradition brings together members and industry affiliates for a day of spirited competition, scenic views, and camaraderie.
1 McClure Way,
Seaside, CA 93955
July 2026
Navigating the AI Tool Landscape
This course helps students understand the growing ecosystem of AI tools available to construction professionals. It breaks down key platforms, their strengths, and where they fit into workflows.
Everything You Need to Know: 2026-2030 Laborers (S. CA) MLA
Review of recently negotiated changes, including the addition of San Diego, in the 2026-2030 UCON-Laborers (S.
Everything You Need to Know: 2026-2030 Laborers (S. CA) Parking and Highway Improvement Agreement
If your company performs parking, highway, roadway, or infrastructure work in Southern California, this session is designed for you.
Everything You Need to Know: 2026-2030 Carpenters (S. CA) MLA
Review of recently negotiated changes, including the addition of San Diego, in the 2026-2030 UCON-Carpenters (S.
2026 Project Management Career Advancement (PMCA) [San Ramon]
THE PMCA SAN RAMON SESSION IS SOLD OUT
Everything You Need to Know: 2026-2031 Laborers (N. CA) MLA
Review of recently negotiated changes in the 2026-2031 UCON-Laborers (N. CA) Master Agreement that will impact payroll, operations, and your bottom line.
August 2026
CBA Subcontracting Rules
Subcontracting violations are the most common and most costly grievance union contractors face.
AI Prompting for Construction Professionals
This course focuses on prompting as the core skill for using AI effectively. Students learn how to communicate clearly with AI tools to get accurate, usable outputs.
Cybersecurity Overview with Q&A
This session provides a focused look at the growing fraud and cybersecurity threats facing Accounts Payable (AP) and finance leaders today.
Mastering the Workers' Comp Maze Expert Strategies for Success
This course, presented by Workers Comp experts, will cover best practices for contractors around dealing with Workers comp, including the value of Workers Comp Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
AI for Daily Jobsite & Office Tasks
This course demonstrates how AI can support everyday construction activities. From daily logs to task lists and quick problem-solving, students learn how to reduce administrative burden.
2026 Surviving an Active Shooter in the Office and on the Jobsite
Active shooter situations are becoming all too common. They are unpredictable, evolve quickly, and are over in minutes. In this webinar, we focus on “survival,” not on fear.
2026 Certified Payroll– Answering Contractors Most Frequently Asked Questions
This class will cover UCON members' most frequently asked certified payroll questions and common pitfalls.
2026 Project Management Career Advancement (PMCA) [Anaheim]
This innovative program delivers the core principles of Construction Project Management through an engaging, interactive learning experience designed to strengthen teamwork and enhance overall job
September 2026
Key Accounting and Bookkeeping Overview
This class is designed to accounting professional or office personnel who are new to construction industry and who want to learn the best practice and necessary processes for core accounting duties
AI for Communication & Documentation
This course teaches how to use AI to improve communication and documentation quality. Students learn to draft emails, reports, and project updates with clarity and professionalism.
Beyond the Hard Hat: Tackling Suicide Prevention Head-On
This comprehensive seminar webinar on suicide prevention and awareness is designed specifically for construction companies and associations, addressing the alarming rates of suicide within the sect
Conflict Management for Field Leaders
Construction projects move fast—and conflict is inevitable. But with the right tools, it can be managed effectively.
Skilled & Trained Workforce
This class is for anyone responsible for ensuring that their company has a workforce compliant with Skilled & Trained Workforce (STW) guidelines.
2026 Project Engineer Bootcamp - Q3 [series]
What must Project Engineers know and do to become truly great Project Support Specialists?
PLAs, Pre-Jobs, & Jurisdictional Disputes
Love them or hate them, PLAs are an increasingly common feature of the industry and one that contractors need to get more sophisticated at to survive.
AI for Meetings, Notes & Action Tracking
This course focuses on capturing and organizing project communication. Students learn how AI can summarize meetings, identify key decisions, and track action items.
2026 The Life Cycle of Estimating
With the technology available to the industry, it is possible to price work utilizing data instead of estimating software with the "hope" that it contains the correct information to help land the j
Advanced Coaching Skills for the Field
Develop practical, on-the-job coaching techniques that help field leaders build trust, boost morale, and improve day-to-day performance.
October 2026
AI in Contract Documentation & Risk Identification
This course introduces using AI to review contracts, specifications, and project documents. Students learn how to identify potential risks, inconsistencies, and missing information.
Performance Management for Construction Leaders
Discover how to establish clear performance expectations and guide your team toward achieving consistent results.
The Five Minute Foreman [Pomona]
Be recognized as a Professional Foreman, Leader, and Manager!
AI Fundamentals for Construction (Oct)
This course introduces the core concepts of artificial intelligence through a construction lens. Students learn what AI is, how it already exists in construction workflows, and why it matters now.
November 2026
AI in Estimating & Cost Thinking
This course explores how AI supports estimating processes and cost analysis. Students learn how to organize quantities, evaluate pricing, and identify cost impacts.
2026 Harassment Prevention Training
Under SB 1343, all California companies with 5 or more employees must provide sexual harassment training to all employees.
AI in Scheduling & Planning
This course demonstrates how AI can assist with project scheduling and planning. Students learn how to analyze sequences, identify potential delays, and improve timeline clarity.
Identifying, Developing and Retaining High Potential Leaders
Leadership development is once again at the forefront of executives’ thoughts as growth returns and the aging workforce continues to leave the industry at an alarming rate.
December 2026
Leadership Essentials for Construction Professionals [3-part series]
Build foundational leadership skills tailored to construction—from decision-making to motivating diverse crews.
10 Practical Ways to Use AI in Construction
This course provides clear, actionable examples of how AI can be applied across construction roles. Students explore real scenarios that demonstrate immediate value.
2026 New Industry Law Updates
Get up to date with new construction industry employment laws affecting your organization’s policies and practices.
January 2027
How to Build A Great Team
Learn proven strategies to develop collaboration, trust, and accountability for high-performing construction teams.
February 2027
Communicate in a Way You Can be Heard
Learn to tailor your communication style to connect with different personalities and improve team collaboration.