Build a strong foundation in professional project management tailored to residential construction projects. This course introduces the core principles, roles and workflows that drive successful projects, while also exploring how AI tools and Google search are transforming the ways project managers access information, communicate with teams and make decisions in real time.

You will learn how structured project management improves project outcomes across scope, schedule, budget and client experience. The course walks through the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction planning to project closeout, giving you a clear roadmap for managing every phase with confidence.  

Through practical, real-world scenarioswill explore how to set up projects effectively, run productive meetings, manage documentation and coordinate internal teams, trade partners and clients. You will also gain exposure to essential tools such as estimating systems, schedules, job costing, logs and reporting. Learn how emerging AI-powered tools and smarter search strategies can streamline these processes and surface critical project information faster. 

By the end of the course, you will understand how to manage daily project responsibilities from site coordination and materials management to change orders, financial tracking and client communication. You will leave with practical systems and workflows that help you stay organized, proactively solve problems and deliver consistent, high-quality project outcomes.

When you finish this project management course, you will be able to: 

• Review the objectives, benefits and core responsibilities of professional project management 

• Define the role of the project manager and characteristics that drive success 

• Identify key project team members and howtp collaborate throughout the project lifecycle 

• Execute effective pre-construction processes, including design coordination, internal alignment and client hand-off 

• Set up and manage project documentation, files and communication systems 

• Apply essential project management tools for scheduling, estimating, financial tracking and reporting 

• Manage project execution, including site coordination, materials, trade partners and change orders  

• Deliver  strong project closeout processes that support client satisfaction and long-term success 

Important Registration Details:

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available.

This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login at www.nahb.org/register. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313

Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).

Please contact [email protected] with any questions

Project controls are the quiet engine behind every successful build. This foundational course shows you how to use them as a daily operating discipline to manage residential projects from preconstruction through closeout and warranty. 

You will learn how to set clear expectations, monitor progress in real time, identify and resolve issues early and maintain strong communication across your team. The course  focuses on practical tools and habits that help you manage key control points, keep accurate documentation and make informed decisions that protect  scope, schedule, quality and homeowner satisfaction . 

Through real-world scenarios, you will explore how project controls support field operations, trade coordination, inspections, turnover readiness and post-close responsibilities. You will also learn how to navigate common challenges like scope gaps, defects, punch items and warranty concerns without losing momentum. 

By the end of this course, you will know how to manage transitions from pre-close to homeowner orientation, turnover and beyond. You will walk away with a repeatable system you can apply immediately to keep your residential construction projects aligned, reduce risk and deliver smoother, more predictable outcomes. 

When you finish this project controls course, you will be able to: 

• Set clear project expectations, including scope, plans and specifications, quality standards, schedule milestones and team roles 

• Monitor jobsite progress through field conditions, trade coordination, >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW53973680 BCX0"> and readiness checkpoints 

• Identify and address issues, such as punch items, defects, scope gaps, homeowner concerns and warranty items. 

• Document and communicate effectively using logs, photos, notices, handoff information and escalation paths 

• Manage key transitions including pre-close, homeowner orientation, turnover, closeout and post-close obligations 

Important Registration Details:

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available.

This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login at www.nahb.org/register. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313

Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).

Please contact [email protected] with any questions

Join NAHB’s 55+ Housing Council webinar series to explore key trends shaping the active-adult market. From buyer preferences and design to profitability and marketing, each session delivers real-world insights to help you stay competitive in this growing sector.

Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Climate change is creating more extreme conditions, making climate-responsive home design more important than ever. In this practical webinar, nationally recognized building professionals John Barrows and Peter L. Pfeiffer, FAIA, share proven design and building science strategies for creating high-performance, resilient and comfortable homes in Northern and Southern climates.

Learn how to start with climate-specific, passive design strategies that improve building performance, energy efficiency and resilience before adding renewable energy systems. Discover how thoughtful site planning, orientation, programming and construction choices can deliver better results without excessive construction costs.

Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Who Should Attend This Climate-Responsive Home Design Webinar
This webinar is ideal for:
Architects and residential designers.
Home builders and developers.
Design professionals working on high performance or sustainable homes.
Home builders looking to improve building performance and resilience.
Residential construction professionals interested in climate-specific design and building science.

What Will You Learn in Design Climate-Responsive Homes: Building Better for Every Climate?
Use passive, climate-specific design strategies to create smarter, more comfortable homes.
Apply site planning, orientation and other design strategies to respond to local climate conditions.
Understand how building science can be integrated into the design process to improve performance.
Explore demand-side strategies that reduce energy and resource use with little or no added construction cost.
Design for resilience, livability and performance before layering on mechanical systems and renewable energy.
Discover how climate-responsive design can make high-performance housing more accessible across different budgets.
Gain practical insights from John Barrows and Peter L. Pfeiffer, FAIA, based on decades of residential building and design experience.

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.  

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available. 

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Create comprehensive designs for aging in place projects.
• Become familiar with available innovative and specialized products.
• Practice design and installation for key components of in AIP home design.
• Implement techniques of budget integration into design and product selection
• Identify common missteps for design and installation of AIP solutions.
• Review and apply solutions for common single-room modification cases
• Identify common installation considerations for modifications of a specified space.
• Prioritize solutions in a whole house multi-generational case study while being compliant with budgetary constraints with consideration given to phased construction application.
• Prioritize individual tasks relative to a project's budget and urgency.

 NAHB Credit: This course is required for the NAHB Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) designation

6 AIA/CES LU: The National Association of Home Builders is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems. Credit earned on completion of this event will be reported to CES Records for AIA members by the Provider. Certificates of Completion for non-AIA members are available upon request. Please complete the AIA/CES Course Attendance Form that is available for download as a handout if you would like AIA credit for this course and email it to Tatiana Molina at [email protected].  

NAHB is a Registered Provider with the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA. Education distributors who would like to offer CEUs to their students for approved courses must inform NAHB at the same time the course(s) is scheduled. This class provides 0.6 continuing education credits for AOTA. 

Important Registration Details:  

 
This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login  now. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313 

You will have access to course materials, including the course test, for 30 days after the conclusion of the live sessions.  

 Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).  

When designing accessible homes, ADA standards can be a useful reference, but they don't tell the whole story. For remodelers and CAPS professionals, the goal is more than meeting a standard. It's creating homes that support independence, safety, comfort and changing needs.

In this practical Shop Talk, accessibility expert and interior designer Maegan Blau breaks down the differences between ADA requirements, residential accessibility, universal design and individualized accommodations. Learn how to apply accessibility thinking earlier in the remodeling and design process to create homes that work better for the people who live in them, without sacrificing style.

Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Who Should Attend This Shop Talk?
This Shop Talk is ideal for:
Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) credential holders.
Remodelers and residential remodeling professionals.
Builders and designers serving the 55+ market.
Professionals designing or remodeling homes for aging in place.
Residential professionals working with clients with mobility or accessibility needs.
Anyone looking to incorporate universal design and individualized accessibility solutions into residential projects.

What Will You Learn About Accessibility and Aging-in-Place Design?
Understand when ADA requirements apply to residential projects and when they do not.
Identify why ADA standards alone may not address the needs of people aging in place.
Distinguish between ADA compliance, residential accessibility, universal design and individualized accommodations.
Recognize how accessibility needs can vary from person to person and from home to home.
Learn how to incorporate accessibility considerations earlier in the remodeling and design process.
Explore ways to design homes that support mobility, independence, safety and long-term livability.
Discover how thoughtful accessibility solutions can improve a home's function without making it feel institutional.
Gain practical insights for creating homes that adapt to changing needs while maintaining comfort and aesthetics.

Build a rock-solid foundation in construction estimating and learn how to develop accurate, complete project budgets from the ground up.  >span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW258169825 BCX0">managers and construction professionals who want to strengthen their estimating process and improve cost reliability.

You will explore how scope definition, quantity takeoffs and cost development work together to create a dependable estimate. The course walks through how to interpret plans, specifications, inclusions and exclusions, so you can clearly define project scope, avoid gaps and improve coordination with trade partners. 

Through a structured estimating process, will learn how to select the right estimating methods based on project phase and available information. You will practice performing accurate quantity takeoffs and organizing costs into clear, detailed breakdown structures that capture direct costs, indirect costs and general conditions. 

By the end of the course, you will know how to assemble, validate and communicate a complete estimate that stands up to real-world scrutiny. You will walk away with practical tools and a repeatable process to improve accuracy, reduce risk and support better decision-making across bidding and project execution.

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

• Define and interpret project scope using plans, specifications, inclusions and exclusions 

• Select and apply estimating methods, including rough, assembly and detailed estimating 

• Execute a structured estimating process from takeoff >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW208286517 BCX0">final pricing 

• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and avoid common errors 

• Build organized cost breakdown structures, including direct and indirect costs 

• Incorporate trade partner and vendor pricing into your estimate 
• Assemble, validate and clearly communicate a complete, reliable estimate.  

Important Registration Details:

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available.

This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login at www.nahb.org/register. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313

Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).

Please contact [email protected] with any questions

Understand the economic and housing market trends shaping new home sales and the housing industry. In this practical webinar, NAHB Economist Eric Lynch will break down key economic indicators, current housing demand, supply conditions and the factors affecting home builders today. Get NAHB's latest housing market and home-building forecast and gain insights you need to understand what's ahead for the new home sales market.

Exclusively for NAHB Members & Credential Holders: Free registration for members after login. If you have not set up your NAHB account, please visit: www.nahb.org/register or call 202.266.8313.

Who Should Attend This New Home Sales Market Forecast Webinar
This webinar is ideal for:
Home builders and developers.
Sales and marketing professionals.
Remodelers and residential construction professionals.
Business owners and executives in the residential construction industry.
Housing industry professionals who want to better understand market trends and the economic outlook for home building.

What Will You Learn in An Economic Forecast for the New Home Sales Market?
Identify the key economic and housing market indicators affecting new home sales and home building.
Understand current housing demand and the factors influencing home buyer activity.
Assess the supply conditions and challenges affecting home builders.
Explain how broader economic trends are shaping the residential construction market.
Understand NAHB's latest forecast for the housing market and the home building industry.
Gain economic insights you can use to better understand market conditions and plan for what's ahead.

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.  

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available. 

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify special considerations for estimating, scheduling and executing livable home and AIP jobs while the client is in residence.
• Identify legal and contractual considerations for building professionals providing livable home and AIP design solutions for residential clients.
• Describe the categories of design and how they relate and apply to the three AIP market segments.
• Describe specific design concepts for the livable home and AIP client. The course presents various methods and techniques for modifying home design, from the perspective of new construction and retrofitting.

 NAHB Credit: This course is required for the NAHB Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) designation

6 AIA/CES LU: The National Association of Home Builders is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems. Credit earned on completion of this event will be reported to CES Records for AIA members by the Provider. Certificates of Completion for non-AIA members are available upon request. Please complete the AIA/CES Course Attendance Form that is available for download as a handout if you would like AIA credit for this course and email it to Tatiana Molina at [email protected].  

NAHB is a Registered Provider with the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA. Education distributors who would like to offer CEUs to their students for approved courses must inform NAHB at the same time the course(s) is scheduled. This class provides 0.6 continuing education credits for AOTA. 

Important Registration Details:  

 
This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login  now. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313 

You will have access to course materials, including the course test, for 30 days after the conclusion of the live sessions.  

 Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).  

Master the fundamentals of construction scheduling and learn how to plan, manage, and deliver projects on time. This practical course is designed for builders, remodelers, project managers and trade professionals who want to create clear, effective schedules that support every phase of a project. 

You will explore how construction schedules improve planning, communication, coordination and overall project execution. The course breaks down key schedule types, components and methods, helping you understand how to build timelines that work in real-world construction environments.  

Through real-world scenarios, you will also learn how to navigate common scheduling challenges, including trade coordination, contract requirements and builder-specific constraints that impact timelines and project performance. 

By the end of this course, you will know how to create structured project schedules with defined milestones, realistic durations and clear sequencing. You will walk away with tools you can immediately apply to improve workflow, track progress and keep projects moving forward efficiently.  

What You Will Learn in This Scheduling Course 

When you finish this scheduling course, you will be able to: 

• Explain how construction scheduling supports planning, communication and project execution. 

• Develop a project schedule using a structured four-step scheduling process. 

• Identify project activities, task relationships, durations, lead times, and lag times needed to build a realistic schedule. 

• Differentiate between common schedule types, scheduling methods, and visual schedule formats used in residential construction. 

• Use a project schedule to coordinate project activities and communicate expectations with project stakeholders. 

• Update and adapt a project schedule as project conditions change. 

Important Registration Details:

This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working.

Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available.

This course is non-transferable. Do not use another individual’s login information to register for this course. You must login to nahb.org as yourself to receive your certificate of completion and credit for this course. If you are not registered on nahb.org, create your login at www.nahb.org/register. If you are having issues with your login, please contact our help desk at [email protected] or 202.266.8313

Cancellation and Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration and request a refund by emailing [email protected] until the day of the scheduled live class. If requested after the class has begun a fee will be charged ($25 for a 3-hour class, $50 for a 6-hour class).

Please contact [email protected] with any questions