The construction industry is still suffering from labor shortages. Have you ever wondered how you can help? Give to the Max Day is a simple way you can help Project Build Minnesota (PBM) continue its outreach efforts to raise the awareness of construction trade professions and telling young people know how lucrative and fulfilling … Read more
The PBM Construction Trades Explorer Post has been busy. The explorers toured a large apartment construction project on Oct. 16 and got to ask questions about the project. They explored the underground parking lot, which was only partially built out, and climbed into the framed-out apartment units. At the Nov. 13 meeting, the explorers … Read more
The inaugural Minnesota Construction Teachers Conference (MCTC) was a hit. Seventeen educators, with a focus on construction and related trades, came to the two-day conference, held September 30 and October 1, ready to learn and network. The conference included programs on building codes, construction curriculum, resources for teachers, labor market updates, and program sharing. The … Read more
Fall is here but that is not slowing down the intrepid Explorers Post. Project Build Minnesota will be joining its Explorers as they tour a commercial construction project by Bauer Design Build on Saturday, October 16, in Maple Grove. Saturday’s event is hosted by Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota and North Dakota. In September, … Read more
Project Build Minnesota is looking forward to welcoming teachers from all over the state for the inaugural Minnesota Construction Teachers Conference, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Teachers can earn up to 8 CEUs during this two-day conference, which is designed to help trade instructors keep current on industry knowledge, strengthen relationships, and provide an opportunity for them to … Read more
It was a great day on the golf course for Project Build Minnesota’s second golf tournament. Nearly 60 golfers came out to Willingers Golf Club in Northfield on August 19, enjoyed a day on the links, met new construction peers, and raised $15,693 for PBM. We thank all our sponsors: Dinner Sponsor: Viking Demolition Lunch … Read more
While the 2020-2021 school year has come to an end, the learning continues. Project Build Minnesota has opened registration for the inaugural Minnesota Construction Teacher Conference. The two-day conference, Sept.30 – Oct. 1 at Housing First Minnesota, 2960 Centre Pointe Drive, Roseville, is open to any career and technical instructors in the construction arena … Read more
Ethan Scharzrock, Ridgewater College Carpentry Framing student, was one of 16 students awarded a 2020 Housing First Minnesota (HFM) and the Housing First Minnesota Foundation scholarship to help further their education and career goals within the residential home building industry. These students are pursuing their way into our industry and showing how bright and promising … Read more
Mason Mock, Northland Community and Technical College HVAC/Plumbing student, is one of 16 students awarded a 2020 Housing First Minnesota (HFM) and the Housing First Minnesota Foundation scholarship to help further their education and career goals within the residential home building industry. These students are pursuing their way into our industry and showing how … Read more
Nicholas Lanham, a St. Cloud Technical College Electrical Construction and Maintenance student, one of 16 students awarded a 2020 Housing First Minnesota (HFM) and the Housing First Minnesota Foundation scholarship to help further their education and career goals within the residential home building industry. These students are pursuing their way into our industry, and … Read more