2026 NECA San Diego
Education Program
Industry Leading Education Program
NECA San Diego offers unparalleled education courses and workshops, ensuring that our members remain the leading providers of electrical construction services in San Diego and Imperial Counties. In addition to our extensive and localized education offerings, members have access to a variety of in-demand conferences, trainings and resources offered exclusively through NECA National.
We are excited to share the 2026 education catalog, featuring a variety of courses designed to support you and your teams. By collaborating with an ever-growing network of highly qualified industry professionals, we deliver these programs both in-person and virtually. From lunch and learns to comprehensive classes and seminars, there’s something for everyone. Classes & Trainings are scheduled based on demand and determined by the NECA Education Committee.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN NECA LEARNING CENTER
The NECA San Diego online education classes offer convenient and flexible learning opportunities, providing industry professionals with valuable skills and certifications that can enhance their careers and keep them competitive in the ever-evolving electrical contracting field.
The NECA National Learning Center offers a wide variety of online, instructor-led led, and state continuing education unit-bearing courses, along with a wide range of on-demand online training classes on topics ranging from writing for business to Microsoft Office to project management.
The NECA San Diego Chapter is proud to participate in ELECTRI International. Through our involvement on the ELECTRI Council, our members gain access to exclusive resources, including:
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Industry-leading research and interactive reports
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Council Room sessions covering a wide range of timely industry topics
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IT, ConTech, and Service & Coffee webinar series
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ELECTRI’s AI Tool List
Additional resources are available for the industry, including:
2026 Courses
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY
June 3-4, 2026
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
April McCall
AMAC Digital Solutions
LOCATION
Virtual
Bluebeam Takeoffs and Estimations
MasterTakeoffs and Estimations with this comprehensive course to boost your workflow efficiency and accuracy. Learn to use the Quantity Takeoff Profile in Revu, calibrate documents for precise measurements, and utilize advanced measurement tools. Discover how to track data in the Markups List, create custom columns for material and labor costs, and export data for analysis. Use visual search for counting and organize Summary Reports effectively. Apply industry-specific techniques to optimize your workflows and enhance project management.
Cost: $125 per person
Continuing Education Hours: 6 Hours
WEDNESDAY
June 10, 2026
from 7:30am - 11:30pm
INSTRUCTOR
Stephane McShane
Maxim Consulting Group
LOCATION
In-Person at ETI (4675 Viewridge Ave. San Diego, CA 92123)
Building Blocks of the Successful Contractor
During this session, we will discuss the foundational pieces of best-in-class contractors
that allow organizations to grow profitably while deploying the proper tools to minimize
the risk associated with growth. Attendees will learn the basics of strategy development, business development, leadership development, business process re-engineering, project execution, prefabrication, and technology strategy providing a holistic view of the elements of “best in class” contractors. The “Building Blocks” model will be reviewed in detail and will be built upon throughout the entire program. This education class is intended only for NECA Contractors/Executive Members.
What you will learn:
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Discuss the definition of strategy in setting the future path of an organization
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Outline effective structure by depicting current organizational structure contrasted
with tomorrow’s needs for success of strategy -
Clarify the need for strong, defined systems and processes along with employee
engagement principles to allow staff to learn and grow appropriately in order to fill both the current and future needs of the organization
Cost: $75 per person
TUESDAYS (8-WEEK CLASS)
June 23 - August 11, 2026
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Bob Riel
Riel Consulting LLC
LOCATION
In-Person at ETI (4675 Viewridge Ave. San Diego, CA 92123)
Project Engineering Part 2
Project Engineers are technical leaders who ensure site work meets plans, contracts,
budgets, and deadlines—overseeing RFIs, daily reports, and submittals. The course helps bridge the gap for those advancing toward Project Management or seeking a deeper understanding of Project Engineering.
Participants will learn:
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Intro to scheduling
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Duration and calendars
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Relationship types
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What is float and how is it calculated?
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What are costs?
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Tracking productivity with (or without) a schedule
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Estimating change orders
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The schedule and change orders
Cost: $195 per person
Continuing Education Hours: 24 Hours
THURSDAY
June 25, 2026
from 8:00am - 12:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Stephane McShane
Maxim Consulting Group
LOCATION
Virtual
Scaling Up
The keys to scale up your business are attracting and retaining the right people, creating a truly differentiated strategy, directing flawless execution, and keeping cash reserves to weather the storms. Many contractors struggle with growth and breaking the barriers of a $10M, $50M or $100M Company. Fortunately, there are some very predictable barriers that companies will face. Having first-hand knowledge of these barriers, participants will be exposed to “what to expect” at various revenue sizes and “what to do” to overcome the challenges and remain profitable. The focus of the program will be in four critical areas of the business - namely People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash. This education class is intended only for NECA Contractors/Executive Members.
Learning Objectives
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Recruitment strategy and finding A Players
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Defining and executing a truly differentiated strategy
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How to drive flawless execution
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Finance mechanisms to weather the storm
Cost: $75 per person
THURSDAY
July 9, 2026
from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Cedric Kennedy
Rivet
LOCATION
Virtual
Labor Operations Master Class
This course teaches attendees how to improve labor planning, forecasting, and productivity using proven strategies from top MEP contractors. Participants learn the labor planning lifecycle, how to identify and reduce job saturation and compression, and apply practical frameworks for alignment, forecasting, and labor exit strategies to prevent profit fade.
THURSDAY
July 16, 2026
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Michael Rizza
Rizza Engineering
LOCATION
In-Person at ETI (4675 Viewridge Ave. San Diego, CA 92123)
An Advanced Primer to Power Systems Study
This class presents a general overview of the major components of a Power System
Study:
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Short Circuit Analysis
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Selective Coordination
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Arc Flash Analysis
We will explore how they each contribute to a reliable electrical distribution system, the
importance of each, and the safety aspects of each, and we will also take a deeper look
into the Selective Coordination of OCPDs and how that relates to turning those circuit
breaker dials in the field!
Following this course, participants will learn:
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Your part in the engineer performing a study
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How equipment selection takes place
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What to look for in a finished study
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How to read a TCC
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Implementing breaker settings
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Arc Flash Labels and PPE
Continuing Education Hours: 3 Hours
WEDNESDAY
July 29, 2026
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Jay Levy
Main Electric Supply
LOCATION
In-Person at ETI (4675 Viewridge Ave. San Diego, CA 92123)
In Building Public Safety Communication Systems
This seminar provides an overview of In-Building Public Safety Systems, also known as ERRCES, BDA, and DAS. Participants will learn the fundamental components of these systems and review key code requirements, including California Fire Code (CFC) Section 510, NFPA 72, and the differences between NFPA 1221 and NFPA 1225. Emphasis is placed on understanding code requirements early in the project lifecycle to help avoid delays, reduce costs, and improve overall project efficiency.
Intended Audience: Project Managers and Estimators
WEDNESDAY
August 26, 2026
from 8:00am - 12:00pm
INSTRUCTOR
Paul Stout
Power Summit
LOCATION
In-Person at ETI (4675 Viewridge Ave. San Diego, CA 92123)
Change Orders and Claims
This session leads participants through conventional change order and claims processes. Students will be encouraged to think through ways to manage their own change order systems better while considering common sense dispute resolution strategies. The workshop will focus on three important principles:
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Identifying, processing, and getting paid for change orders
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Avoiding disputes before they start
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Resolving disputes before they escalate
Continuing Education Hours: 4 Hours
Questions?
For all inquiries or questions related to education, contact the Education / Marketing Specialist, Ofelia Hernandez at ohernandez@necasandiego.org.