Master Builders of Iowa

The MBI Education and Professional Development Task Force met on June 3rd, 2010. The focus of this meeting was to provide staff with guidance and direction on the 2010-2011 Professional Development Curriculum. Upon recommendations of the MBI Education and Professional Development Task Force, the following are just some of the educational opportunities available through MBI in 2010-2011.  The complete curriculum, dates and locations  will be published in the Fall Edition of InsideMBI as a special “learning opportunities” issue.

The Construction Essentials series was developed by the Education Committee in response to member requests for more localized and more frequent training.  By bringing training  directly to your communities, we are able to provide essential educational programs with little travel time resulting in less time away from the job.

As more and more contractors look to public sector projects, the importance of knowing the details of Iowa Code Chapter 573 has never been greater.  Contractors and suppliers need to understand the notification and retainage requirements, as well as the claim and claim waiver provisions outline in Iowa law to protect themselves in the event parties to a construction contract are unable to provide payment for labor and/or materials furnished on the public project.

It is important to note that the provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 573 act somewhat like a “mechanics lien”.  However, there is no such thing as a mechanics lien on a public sector project.  In essence, a school can not be sold to help pay for subcontractor and suppliers’ work.  Rather public sector claims are established to ensure proper payment through the channels of construction contracts.

What does "LEED 2009" refer to?
LEED 2009 refers to the LEED rating systems developed and implemented by USGBC in 2009. These rating systems include: LEED for Commercial Interiors, LEED for Core & Shell, LEED for New Construction, LEED for Schools, and LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance.

What is LEED version 3?
LEED version 3 (LEED v3) is the current version of the LEED green building certification system developed by USGBC. Launched on April 27, 2009, LEED v3 encompasses the LEED rating systems updated in 2009 (LEED for Commercial Interiors, LEED for Core & Shell, LEED for New Construction, LEED for Schools, and LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance), the online LEED certification tool, and the LEED credentialing program.

This August, the 7th class of MBEye on the Future will convene carrying on the tradition of determining, building and preserving tomorrow’s leaders in the construction industry.

The MBEye on the Future program is a one of a kind leadership series only available through the Master Builders of Iowa. 

The group selected to participate will complete the The Leaders Course®, a program presented by the nationally recognized Ken Bradford. This proven, once-a-month class will equip each participant with the essential tools needed to become an effective, charismatic leader and presenter ... in any situation. Graduates have reported a significant boost in professional growth and new insights into personal effectiveness.