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PWB Hawaii Receives $15,000 Donation

Professional Women in Building and BIA Hawaii were incredibly grateful to receive a generous $15,000 donation from Howard Hughes Corporation and Ward Villages in honor of PWB President Hinano Nahinu and her tireless commitment to empowering and uplifting women in the construction industry.

The donation was presented on March 14th during the Park Ward Village Topping Off Ceremony, a tradition marking the completion of the final structural element of a building. The ceremony not only celebrated this major milestone but also highlighted the collective effort and dedication of the construction team that made it all possible.

The day was filled with gratitude, joy, and a spirit of collaboration, as it brought together the partners who played a vital role in bringing this project to life.

2025 NAHB Membership Drive

NAHB’s Membership Drive program is an exciting opportunity for HBAs to focus on membership recruitment and retention efforts while competing for prizes. New this year, new members and the NAHB member who recruited them will receive a free NAHB T-shirt, guaranteed to the first 1,000 orders.

Register Now

Two HBA Prize Categories:

1. HBAs with 4.00%-6.99% Builder and Associate Member net growth will receive:

• One (1) complimentary IBS registration (Expo+Education)
• $750 travel stipend to assist with travel expenses
• $100 award for the HBA Executive Officer
• 2x bonus Spike credits

2. HBAs with 7% or higher Builder and Associate Member net growth will receive:

• Two (2) complimentary IBS registrations (Expo+Education)
• Two (2) $750 travel stipends to assist with travel expenses
• $150 award for the HBA Executive Officer
• 3x bonus Spike credits  

What does the IBS Expo+Education Pass include?

• 3-day access to 100+ IBS education sessions
• 3-day entry to the IBS and KBIS exhibit floors and IBS Centrals

Construction Quality Management (CQM) Class

Seats are filling fast for the USACE CQM-C course! Offered in partnership with NAVFAC Hawaii and BIA Hawaii, this is essential training for professionals seeking to manage quality in federal construction.

Certification is often required for QC managers on federal projects and enhances the ability to secure government contracts. Anyone aspiring to be a CQ Manager/Administrator or alternate must complete the course and pass the final test within 45 calendar days of contract award.

Why Attend?

• Certification Requirement: Often mandatory for QC managers on federal construction projects
• Competitive Advantage: Improve your ability to secure government contracts
• Risk Mitigation: Reduce costly errors, rework, and compliance issues
• Better Project Performance: Implement structured quality control procedures

Course Details:

Date: April 7-9, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location: BIA Hawaii, 94-487 Akoki St, Ste 213 (2nd Floor), Waipahu, HI

Facilitated by USACE and NAVFAC trainers.

Effective CQM-C supports worker pride, earns favorable recognition, and can increase the contractor's profit margin.

*ETF tuition assistance available for qualified applicants. For more information: Marie, Education Manager at 808-629-7504

HUD Secretary Vows to Work with Builders to Cut Regulations

& Boost Housing Supply

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Scott Turner said he would work to reduce regulatory burdens to ease America’s housing affordability crisis and help builders to construct more attainable, affordable housing the nation sorely needs.

In one of his first official speaking engagements after being sworn in as HUD secretary, Turner addressed the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Leadership Council, which met in Las Vegas in conjunction with the 2025 International Builders’ Show (IBS).

WEBINAR: Shop Talk

Cost-Effective Home Design Solutions That Boost Selling Power

You are invited to an NAHB webinar featuring a live discussion on cost-effective home design solutions that can enhance selling power in today’s challenging construction market.

This discussion will provide insight into practical design strategies that help manage rising material costs and labor shortages while maintaining affordability and increasing market value. 

You Are Invited to Pau Hana with BIA Hawaii

Join us for a free Member Pau Hana at Admor HVAC on April 24th! Enjoy an evening hosted by BIA Hawaii and Admor HVAC filled with great food, drinks, networking, and warehouse tours. This is a casual opportunity to connect with industry peers, explore the Admor facility, and learn more about BIA Hawaii.

Why Attend:

• Meet and network with BIA Hawaii members
• Learn about the benefits of joining BIA Hawaii
• Tour Admor HVAC’s sales floor, customer lounge, training center, and warehouse
• Enjoy complimentary food and drinks

Enter to Win: Fujitsu 9,000 BTU Ductless Split System Air Conditioner (valued at $1,400) sponsored by Admor HVAC.

Space is limited. Register now to secure your spot.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Lead RRP Refresher – Keep Your EPA Certification Active

March 31 | 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Required every five years for contractors and renovators.

Stay EPA-compliant and avoid fines.

Seats are limited—register today and take the next step toward a safer, more successful career.

Have questions or want to register? Contact Kayana at (808) 629-7504.

Tech Solutions For Construction

Cyber threats are real, and they don’t wait - neither should you.

Register now for the April 16, 2025, session on Cybersecurity Essentials for Construction

to discover practical strategies to protect your project data and keep your business secure, both on-site and online.

Location: BIA Hawaii

Cost: $20 per person

Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand basic cybersecurity threats and how they impact construction projects.

2. Recognize simple actions that protect data on-site and online.

3. Learn how to create secure passwords and use MFA for added security.

4. Learn how to identify and handle suspicious emails and messages.

Empower your team with the knowledge to recognize suspicious emails and take proactive

steps to protect your business. Don’t let cyber risks derail your projects - register today and

build a safer, more resilient construction operation!

REGISTER HERE

This is the 1st workshop in the 4-part Tech Workshop Series designed for construction company

owners and managers to help them effectively plan and manage their IT needs.

Any questions about the workshop can be directed to Hawaii Tech Support at

info@hitechsupport.net.

New Member Savings Program

Announcing a new member savings program! RAM Professional is pleased to offer members $1,000 savings on eligible Ram Trucks and Vans, stackable with in-market incentives. It’s just one of the many advantages RAM Professional can bring to member worksites.

The offer is eligible for business leases or retail sales with a maximum of 15 vehicles per member. Members can visit the RAM Professional member savings website to get more details on how they can receive their discount codes.

New Resource Helps Women Elevate Their Careers

Hot off the press! Breaking Ground, Breaking Glass Ceilings is an insightful guide that provides a powerful blueprint for success by empowering women with strategies for growth, resilience, confidence and leadership to excel professionally. BIA Hawaii members save 10% on every item at BuilderBooks.com.

NEWS RELEASE: DPP Permits

The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) has begun enforcing its permit application expiration policy by expiring applications that have been idle for a certain amount of time, in order to reduce the backlog of old permits as the DPP transitions from the POSSE permitting software system to the new Clariti system.

Effective immediately, applications that have been in the DPP review system for more than 365 days with no activity from the applicant will be expired. This includes permits that have been approved to be issued, but have not been picked up.