The Process and Flow of Construction from Site Selection to Ribbon-Cutting

The Process and Flow of Construction from Site Selection to Ribbon-Cutting

Thursday, August 13, 2026 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) (EDT)

Description

The Process and Flow of Construction from Site Selection to Ribbon-Cutting

This 2-part session offers an understanding of how a construction project moves from an idea to a completed project. Across two sessions, industry professionals will walk through the key phases of project development, including site selection, design, bidding, specifications, permitting, inspections, estimating, scheduling, legal considerations, subcontractor coordination, and the financial impact of decisions made throughout the process.  You'll learn construction terminology, the roles of key players, project challenges and risks, and how to optimize project flow.

Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for anyone new to the construction industry, emerging construction professionals, office staff, project engineers, assistant project managers, new estimators, subcontractors, suppliers, business development professionals, and anyone who wants a stronger understanding of the full construction process. 

Both sessions will be moderated by Chris Potter, Division Vice President at Hoar Construction

Session 1: Development Process, Design, Bidding and Phase 1, August 13

Developer: Panelist to be announced

Architect: Rice Williams, Former principal of Artech Architecture

Subcontractor: Matt Jeffery, Owner Chattanooga Floor Care


Session 2: Permitting, Estimating, Scheduling, Legal and Financial Considerations, August 20 

Land Development Office Representative: Panelist to be announced

Subcontractor: Andrew Faw, Fulmer Concrete

Attorney: Scott Simmons, Miller & Martin

Pricing

$75 for members, $125 for non-members

AGC of East Tennessee
2225 Roanoke Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37406 United States
Event Contact
Haley Rennick
(423) 265-1111
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Thursday, August 13, 2026 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) (EDT)
2 sessions: August 13 & 20
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