"AI in Electrical Construction" 
April 16, 2026

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was proud to have sponsored the second "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar that was held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Hilton Chicago - Oak Brook Hills Resort in Oak Brook, IL The session was facilitated by Carl Britton, Iron Thread Consulting. 26 registered for this dynamic program.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

NECA EMERGE Conference
April 13 - 15, 2026

The NECA EMERGE Conference was held April 13–15, 2026 in Atlanta, GA. This marked the second time this groundbreaking conference took place. Designed to happen every other year, EMERGE was created to address the evolving ways NECA contractors do business. Nearly a dozen Chicago Chapter members were able to attend the Conference, as well as participate with a special Chapter Dinner event. We thank Rick Jamerson, President Emeritus, Jamerson & Bauwens Electrical Contractors, Inc. and Tim Moylan, Gurtz Electric Co. for their assistance with the Business Development Breakout Session, "Recognition That Works: Leveraging Project Excellence Awards for PR & Growth."

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its April Membership meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Chicago. The session featured industry updates and a guest presentation by Marlene Hopkins, Commissioner, City of Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB). The ECA also welcomed new member, LiveWire Construction Inc. Angela Drexel, LiveWire Construction Inc. was also on hand at the session to say a few introductory remarks on behalf of LiveWire.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference

June 3 - 4, 2026

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) 54^th Annual Spring Conference will be held on June 3 - 4, 2026 at The Abbey Resort in Fontana, Wisconsin. The Abbey Resort is ninety acres of unending lakeside experiences, as it is the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva, The Abbey Resort in Fontana, Wisconsin offers unique activities from lakeside dining to make and take events, along with resort amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools, family activities, live music, and of course, their full-service Avani Spa. We’re sure that this is reason enough to attend this Conference. The Membership Golf Outing is at Abbey Springs Golf Course on Wednesday morning with an 11:00 am Shotgun Start. Wednesday night’s reception/dinner meeting will provide you with the latest information regarding industry events. The Thursday morning Business Session will feature Dr. Marc Milstein, “Age-Proof Your Brain / Breakthrough Method for Brain Boosting, Age-Defying, Energizing, Game-Changing Sleep.” This conference is a great opportunity to catch up with what’s going on in this constantly changing industry.

Please register on or before April 24, 2026!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

CISCO (Construction Industry Service Corp.) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director, due to the pending retirement of Dan Allen.

The search committee has prepared the attached job description. Please send application materials including a cover letter, resume and salary expectations along with the completed contact form to: info@roofersLocal11.org only. This high profile and multi-dimensional position reports directly to the CISCO Officers and Board of Directors, and is accompanied by a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a stimulating work environment with top-notch support staff.

CISCO members are encouraged to forward this information only to suitable candidates who are interested, available, experienced and who meet or exceed the criteria listed in the job description for this full-time position based at the organization’s Burr Ridge, IL office. Please do not contact the CISCO office or staff with inquiries regarding the position. Association management firms or consultants will not be considered. The hiring decision for the next Executive Director will be made solely by the CISCO Board.

The first round of interviews for the CISCO Executive Director position will be held virtually (via Zoom), followed by in-person interviews for the finalists.

Again – application materials are to be submitted to this email address only; info@roofersLocal11.org

Executive Director Job Description


CISCO Director Applicant

MISSION STATEMENT: CISCO’s core mission is to fortify the Unionized Construction sector within the expansive Chicago Metropolitan area. As a collaborative labor-management entity, CISCO will prioritize cooperative endeavors aimed at mitigating issues and tensions while enhancing the competitive edge of Union construction. Through its initiatives, CISCO aims to cultivate trust between stakeholders and nurture a unified commitment from local Contractors and Union labor to deliver projects of exceptional quality, on schedule, and within budget constraints. For more information, visit www.cisco.org

IMSCA Update
Need Your Assistance!

2026 Spring Session

IMSCA is continuing to review and forward legislation that has been identified as being of particular interest. This legislation will now proceed through internal review processes, and IMSCA will monitor committee assignments, forwarding any pertinent information as it is received.

LEGISLATION OF PARTICULAR INTEREST

IMSCA maintains a fairly robust bill tracking list. As of today, the list has over 250 bills which IMSCA is actively monitoring. While some are being tracked for general awareness, others are of significant importance to IMSCA members. If you have questions about any particular bill, please let us know.

Prevailing Wage Matter (HB 4751 - Hoffman)

As you likely know, IMSCA has initiated and continues to advocate for the passage of HB 4751 (Hoffman), in order to address the issues stemming from the passage of HB 2488 at the close of the 2025 Spring Session.

As a reminder, IMSCA and other stakeholders successfully pushed through legislation during the 2025 Fall Veto Session to postpone HB 2488's effective date until July 1, 2026. IMSCA is presently engaged in discussions with stakeholders, staff, and other relevant parties to assess potential support, neutrality, or opposition to the proposed legislation. As these discussions have just started, IMSCA strongly recommends that everyone immediately contact their elected officials and other supportive individuals to express their backing for this legislation. By clicking [HERE], you will be directed to a landing page where you can input your contact information and corresponding address. Based on the address provided, the system will automatically identify your State Representative and State Senator, and a pre-drafted email message will be generated for your submission.

REMINDER

Membership Discount in the Illinois Solar Energy and 
Storage Association (ISEA)

As a reminder, the Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) is offering a discount to member firms that are interested in joining the Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association (ISEA) as an ISEA Charter Business Member.   


We hope that you will take advantage of this membership benefit opportunity. 


ILLINOIS SOLAR ENERGY AND STORAGE ASSOCIATION DISCOUNT MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY


Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association (ISEA) Discount Opportunity for ISEA Charter Membership category.


ISEA business members receive benefits meant to expand understanding and opportunity in renewable energy development in the state. These benefits include: a public profile on the ISEA website, invitations to webinars on topics related to renewable energy development in Illinois, RFP announcements, as well as the opportunity to participate in membership calls.

The ECA has maintained its ISEA Sponsor Organization membership which now confers a membership discount of $200 off of the $1,000 ISEA Charter Membership category to all interested ECA member firms. All ECA members are invited to join the Illinois Solar Energy Association at a discount. Again, ECA member firms can take $200 off of the $1,000 ISEA Individual Charter membership category.


Please email ISEA Executive Director, Lesley McCain at lesley.mccain@illinoissolar.org for help facilitating this member discount.


ISEA Charter Membership Benefits:

• Voting rights in ISEA Board of Directors elections
• A public profile on the ISEA Find a Professional page
• ISEA industry-focused newsletter and timely information on policy updates, funding opportunities, and other information relevant to the industry delivered to your email
• Access to business-only content, such as policy webinars, RFP notifications, and more.
• Opportunities to sponsor ISEA events
• Opportunities to promote your business through a profile in ISEA's community-focused newsletter and social media
• Member discounts to events and training
• Discounts for partner organizations' classes and events
• ISEA logo available for your website and communications

Please contact the ECA at: (708) 531-0022, if you have any questions regarding the ECA promotion with the ISEA.

ISEA Special Raffle

The Illinois Solar Education Association is currently running an electric vehicle raffle as its major fundraiser. This year, they are raffling off a Rivian. You do not need to be an ISEA member to participate in the raffle.

CLICK HERE FOR RAFFLE OPPORTUNITY!

NECA Premier Partner Update - 3M

3M 35 kV Deadbreak Kit Availability and 2026 Pricing

3M has updated the lead time for its 35kV Separable Connectors, with deadbreak kit availability now set at 2–3 weeks. In addition, 3M has confirmed that there will be no pricing increases for these products in 2026. This update is intended to support improved planning and project scheduling for NECA members nationwide.

DOCUMENT CRUNCH

ECA Has Renewed for 2026

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) has renewed the Document Crunch service for the membership for 2026. Please review the information below and register for this unique service!

Document Crunch’s mission is to empower construction teams to confidently make informed decisions that reduce risk and deliver better project outcomes. Their AI Risk Reduction Platform is built specifically for construction and gives teams the power to review documents in seconds, guide decisions with best practices, and assist with on-the-job questions and tasks. Document Crunch and NECA/ELECTRI have partnered to offer an exclusive solution that enables those better project outcomes for your business.

Faster Reviews

CrunchAI greatly reduces contract review times, typically done in just a few minutes!


Unmatched Insight

Deep and thorough AI-driven analysis of your contract gives a holistic view, benchmarked against 12 common areas of risk for electrical contractors.

Top 12 Contract Issues for Trade Contractors:

1.          Pay if Paid

2.          Right to Stop Work

3.          Consequential Damages

4.          Liquidated Damages

5.          Liability Caps

6.          Indemnity

7.          Delays

8.          Subsurface Conditions

9.          Hazardous Materials

10.       Design Responsibility

11.       Payment Terms

12.       Material Price Escalation


Understand Major Issues

Generative AI summaries provide easy consumption and understanding. Quickly learn if the contract language meets NECA best practices.


Suggested Redlines

For issues that fall short of best practice, CrunchAI creates and suggests language alternatives to bring the contract up to standard.

ECA members, who sign up for the service have exclusive access to an ELECTRI-specific solution of Document Crunch that will assess your contracts and quickly identify these top 12 critical risk provisions within your contracts. As part of the ELECTRI Document Crunch partnership, the platform’s enhanced benchmarking service is available to you to understand your levels of risk related to your peers.

Document Crunch

Click Here for Demo Video 



Sign Up for Access

Click Here for recent Update.

If any questions, please contact Miah Veselinovic, Document Crunch at: mveselinovic@documentcrunch.com.

FREE Safety Training - 2026

CSC is offering a series of complimentary programs!

The Construction Safety Council (CSC) been awarded an OSHA grant to support local delivery of five high-demand training topics:


• Workzone Hazards
• Excavation Dangers
• Harmful Silica
• Fall Protection
• Electrical Safety

Each session includes four hours of in-person instruction, which requires a 4.5 timeline for delivery (e.g., 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.). This Awareness-Level training is available to employers and employees, locally or nationwide. Their trainers are subject matter experts, who will engage participants in interactive lectures, demonstrations, and discussions about construction workplace hazards and risk-prevention strategies.

The ECA is proud to join the CSC in sponsoring these training opportunities. Due to the availability of federal grant funding, all materials and instruction are available AT NO COST. The training is FREE OF CHARGE for all ECA members.


• OPEN ENROLLMENT courses hosted by CSC in Hillside, Illinois – 2026 training dates will be available at www.buildsafe.org after December 15.
• PRIVATE courses hosted by ECA members – at any time, on any day, at any location.

If any questions, please contact the CSC at: (708) 449-8604.


We hope that you will take advantage of the opportunity to participate with these sessions!

Don't Miss Your "Power of Better" Opportunity 
- A message from Powering Chicago -

Powering Chicago was built on partnership, and that includes you. As a signatory contractor, you’re part of a network that’s setting the standard for better construction across Chicago and Cook County. We’re continuing to spotlight the people and companies behind that standard through blogs, videos, social media, and the "The Power of Better" video series.

This is your opportunity to take full advantage of being part of Powering Chicago by promoting your work, your team, and the projects that make you stand out.


Here’s how it benefits you:

• Professional Credibility
• Reach future clients online
• Marketing content you can share
• Build trust with real examples

Your story has the power to inspire trust, attract new opportunities, and strengthen the entire Powering Chicago network.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.


Learn more about showcasing your work.

EVENTS

- Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - 
“Christmas in April”
April 25, 2026

Powering Chicago is extending an invitation to you to partner with them in the annual Rebuild Together event. Christmas in April is a day of service that provides minor to moderate electrical repairs in communities that would otherwise go neglected. We are asking our partners to assist this year by providing service vans, trucks, and tools to help assist in making the 2026 campaign a successful Rebuilding Together. This year’s event is scheduled for April 25, 2026. There are two locations where industry representatives are donating their talents: Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.

Powering Chicago, again, requests your assistance in the donation of your time and resources to make this a truly successful event. This includes service vans equipped with battery tools, foot benders, and ladders. “Thank you” in advance of your help. A link to sign up for service vehicles is now available (below) and on the ECA website. If any questions, please contact Elbert Walters, III at: ewalters@poweringchicago.com for details on how you can help provide a positive impact.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

CLICK HERE for the Contractor Christmas in April Signup.

EA Women's Division Nine & Wine

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Bloomingdale Golf Club

181N Glen Ellyn Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

REGISTRATION IS DUE APRIL 23.

New and seasoned golfers welcome! This is a fun nine holes to golf with fellow women in the electrical industry. You can register as a group of four or we will place you with new friends. Contact anovinger@eachicago.org to request rental clubs (there is a very limited number.)

Happy Hour after golf? Join us after golf or just for the happy hour. We will have a reserved area and do one our networking games to mingle with everyone and WIN RAFFLE PRIZES.  

Don't forget to invite your colleagues in the industry!

• Nine Holes of Golf with cart and Two Drink Tickets (tee times between 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm) NEW GOLFERS WELCOME! ($80 per person)



• Happy Hour including Two Drink Tickets ($35 per person) 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm



Contact Ali Novinger at anovinger@eachicago.org with any questions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for NINE AND WINE

NECA 2026 Legislative Conference is Open for Registration!

The 2026 NECA Legislative Conference will be taking place on Monday, May 4, 2026 to Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Willard Intercontinental Hotel in Washington, DC. This conference is the premier event for electrical contractors to hear about the top legislative issues affecting the industry and meet the leaders who are working to provide real solutions.

Registration is officially open for the NECA Legislative Conference — the premier event for electrical contractors to hear directly about the legislative issues shaping our industry and to engage with the leaders working to deliver real solutions. Over three impactful days, attendees will participate in high-level interactions with policymakers at the highest levels of government, including members of Congress who will speak directly to conference participants. This conference allows NECA members to advocate on the issues that matter most to contractors!


NECA’s top legislative priorities for 2026 are aimed at:

• Surface Transportation Reauthorization 
• Securing Prosperity Through Tax & Retainage Reform
• Greenlighting Growth with Transmission Permitting Reform

Stipend Availability

The Executive Committee approved the registration fees, transportation and accommodation costs for all attendees of the NECA Legislative Conference to be held May 4 - 6, 2026 in Washington, D.C.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION / REGISTRATION

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.

This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

East Bank Club

500 N. Kingsbury Street

Chicago, IL 60654

(312) 527-5800

South Riverview Room

Parking Validation Available.

12:00 pm: Registration / Networking

12:30 pm: Lunch  

1:15 pm:  Business Session / Guest Speaker

2:30 pm: Concludes

This program will feature industry updates and a guest presentation by Kaitlin DeBlasio, LCPC

Client Relations Manager, AllOne Health.

Click below for Registration:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR MEMBERSHIP MEETING!

Please join us for the “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects” --

Pre-Membership Meeting Complimentary Seminar - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
East Bank Club - Northview Room.

If you're going to both, you need to register for both events:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SEMINAR!

ECA Young Professionals Spring Leadership Event

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Please join us for our second YP event of 2026 entitled "Work without Stress: Leading Through Change without Losing your Edge". This event will feature a brief presentation by Alex Willis from Leadership Surge followed by free food, drinks, and Axe Throwing!

This event is scheduled as follows:

ECA Young Professionals Spring Leadership Event

Thursday, May 14, 2026

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Axeclusive Axe Throwing

4938 River Rd

Schiller Park, IL 60176

(847) 916-2346

4:00 pm: Guest Speaker

5:00 pm: Networking / Axe Throwing

7:00 pm: Concludes

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

NECA Safety Professionals Conference

May 18 - 20, 2026

In a rapidly evolving regulatory and risk landscape, safety leaders need more than updates, they need strategy. The 2026 NECA Safety Professionals Conference (NSPC) is designed exclusively for safety experts who are committed to strengthening their company’s safety culture, improving compliance, and driving measurable results in the field. If you’re ready to enhance your company’s safety standards and lead with confidence, NSPC is where you need to be on May 18-20 in Atlanta, GA!



CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS / REGISTRATION INFORMATION!

Special Retirement Reception for Gina Floro

Thursday, May 27, 2026

Please join us for a Special Retirement Reception for Gina Floro!

The event will be held as follows:

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Gibsons Steakhouse

2105 Spring Road

Oak Brook, IL

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

(Open House format)

The Association is proud to announce a Special Retirement Reception (Open House format) on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL. We hope that you will join us in celebrating Gina's many years at ECA, as she is retiring in late May, 2026.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Electric Association Centennial Celebration
August 13, 2026

Join the Electric Association (EA) on Thursday, August 13, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm on the Spirit of Chicago at Navy Pier! Celebrate a century of power, progress, and partnership.

The Electrical Association’s Centennial Celebration will honor 100 years of innovation and impact in Chicago’s electrical industry. This is more than just a milestone—it’s a chance to celebrate the accomplishments, relationships, and people who have shaped our industry and will continue to drive it forward for the next 100 years. Reconnect with colleagues, make new connections, and share the experience—spouses and guests are encouraged to attend! Dress attire is festive and formal. Don’t miss this once-in-a-generation event—get your tickets today! Exclusive event includes dinner, premium bar and two hours of touring Lake Michigan with the fellow leaders of the electrical industry to celebrate 100 years of the Electric Association.

Early Discount for EA Members $275 per person (Available through June 15, 2026)

EA Members $300

Non-members $325 per person

Please RSVP by July 31, 2026.

Changes and refunds for cancellations are not guaranteed after July 31. This is event is expected to sell out!

REGISTER NOW

EDUCATION

ECA Educational and Conference Stipends for 2026

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee has approved a number of educational stipends for many special programs / conferences throughout 2026. All stipends / reimbursements are made after each conference with registration confirmation(s) and applicable receipts forwarded to ECA.  

CLICK HERE FOR LISTING

ECA Educational Programming for 2026

The 2026 Education Programming Schedule is confirmed for 2026. Please click the link below for a full listing with links for registration!

CLICK HERE FOR LISTING

"Reasonable Suspicion /

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar" 
April 23, 2026

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Maggiano's Banquets, 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room in Oak Brook, IL (630) 368-0300.

The session is to be facilitated by Bill Heffernan, Screensafe, Inc.

This seminar fulfills City & State requirement for Annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

This program is complimentary for ECA members!

Registration link is below:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

“Navigating the Electrical Safety Compliance Triangle"
Monday, May 11, 2026 (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

Joint Safety Forum

"Navigating the Electrical Safety Compliance Triangle"

MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026

8:00AM UNTIL 10:00AM

IBEW LOCAL 701 TRAINING FACILITY

28600 BELLA VISTA PARKWAY

WARRENVILLE, IL 60555

On behalf of the NECA/IBEW 701 Safety Committee, PowerForward DuPage invites its Local 701 members and all signatory contractors to attend a complimentary Navigating the Electrical Safety Compliance Triangle Joint Safety Forum at the IBEW Local 701 Training Facility on Monday, May 11th from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.

At the intersection of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and NFPA 70B is a series of rules and regulations that impacts electrical installation, safety, and maintenance on every construction site. When used collectively, these codes complete the electrical safety compliance triangle. The burden of understanding it all rests on those who are most at risk.

Construction Safety Council instructor, Tom King will deliver an informative 2-hour presentation addressing the codes and communications necessary to keep workers free from harm.

There is no cost to attend this event, but advance registration is required.


You need to use the COMP CODE: ECA MEMBER when registering (ECA MEMBER is all uppercase).

Click the link below for Registration:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

If any questions, please contact the PowerForward DuPage office at Info@PowerForwardDupage.com or call (630) 393-1701 Extension 5. Registration closed on Monday, May 4th.

DOCUMENT CRUNCH INFORMATIONAL WEBINAR 
May 12, 2026

NECA Chicago members have complimentary access to Document Crunch through the NECA/ELECTRI member benefit. This session will show you how to take advantage of this no-cost resource and put it to work for your team. Join Miah Veselinovic, Partnership Manager at Document Crunch supporting NECA and ELECTRI chapters, for a practical walkthrough of the platform and how contractors are using it in their daily workflow.

During this session, you will:

• See the platform in action through a live demonstration

• Learn how to quickly identify risks, key clauses, and critical requirements

• Understand how contractors use it to protect margins and avoid surprises

• Get step-by-step guidance on signing up and getting started

• Ask questions and connect with the Document Crunch support team

Whether you’re exploring the benefit for the first time or looking to use it more effectively, this session will help you get started with confidence — at no cost and no risk to your business.

We hope to see you there!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

“Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects” 
Pre-Membership Meeting Seminar 
East Bank Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Please join us for the “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects” --

Pre-Membership Meeting Complimentary Seminar

This event is scheduled as follows:

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

East Bank Club

500 N. Kingsbury Street

Chicago, IL 60654

(312) 527-5800

North Riverview Room

Parking Validation Available.

10:30 am - 11:30 am

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee are proud to sponsor the complimentary Pre-Membership Meeting seminar, “Navigating OCIP and CCIP and Project Impact.” The guest presenters discussion of the Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) and the Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) are Patrick Johnson, MarshMcLennan Agency and Marcus Chapman & Kirk Chamberlain, Hub International.

Seminar Background:

• OCIP (Owner Controlled Insurance Program): The property owner or developer purchases insurance to cover all contractors and subcontractors. This provides the owner with maximum control over coverage limits and safety, often used for large, high-risk projects.
• CCIP (Contractor Controlled Insurance Program): The general contractor (GC) purchases the insurance policy, which covers themselves and all subcontractors. These are often preferred when the contractor has better safety records or lower insurance rates than the owner, allowing the contractor to manage risk directly.

Attendees will learn:

·        The importance on tracking OCIP / CCIP during a project

·        Understanding the proper paperwork / documentation needed for each

·        Understanding credits, proper negotiations, track progress at end of cycle

·        Impact on Mod rate, claims that affect Mod rate

·        Overall audit process

If you wish to register for the, “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects,” please click the link below or visit the ECA website Calendar. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SEMINAR!

If you wish to attend the ECA Membership Meeting following the seminar, you need to register for both events:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE MEMBERSHIP MEETING.

May 13, 2026

12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

East Bank Club
Southview Room

"Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: 
Set Goals and Win" 
May 28, 2026

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Crew level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" seminar on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch to be served. (A Continental Breakfast to be available at 7:45 am). The session is to be facilitated by Walead Atiyeh, Associate Director, Maxim Consulting Group.


THE FEE FOR THIS PROGRAM IS $100.00 FOR ECA MEMBERS.


Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win

Case studies dispel common myths and pitfalls of typical field productivity approaches. Case studies illustrate effective Crew Level Production Planning techniques, including: visual batching of work, input worksheets, resource (manpower) loaded scheduling, and labor cost analysis, simple daily productivity tracking and forecasting, and effective, measurable improvement strategies.

Following this course, participants will be able to:

·        Define and measure productivity.

·        Discuss case studies and real examples of planning tools designed to set targets and manage labor productivity for superior results. 


THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR ECA MEMBERS!

If you're interested in attending the "Crew level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" seminar, please click on the link below to register or go on-line at the ECA website at: www.ecachicago.com (Event Calendar portion).


Registration is open for:
"Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win"

Thursday, May 28, 2026.

8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Large Multi-purpose Room

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)

6201 W. 115th Street in Alsip, IL 60803


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

The ECA is continuing its exciting journey to shape our future with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at its core. We've partnered with Leadership Surge to bring a specially designed DEI program to the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago, and you’re invited to be a part of this transformative experience.

Please use the scheduling form below to secure a date and register your companies for the live 2-hr DEI Training session:

Scheduling Form

The goal is to have each company choose their preferred training and capture their contact information and preferred training location.

Here’s what's in store for us:

• Tailored Training Sessions: From senior leadership to our valued front-line employees, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to dive into interactive sessions that will empower us to lead and participate in a more inclusive workplace.

• Engaging Learning Formats: Whether it's live workshops or on-the-go learning through a mobile app, this program offers flexible ways to engage with DEI principles. Plus, Toolbox Talks will bring DEI conversations right into our daily routines.

• A United Effort: This isn't just training; it's a movement towards building a workplace where every voice is heard and every contribution valued. We're not just aiming for compliance; we're striving for commitment and change.

Program Intro

IMSCA PAC Funding Drive

Your voice matters in Illinois! 

By contributing to the IMSCA Political Action Committee (PAC), you help support candidates and initiatives that align with the values and goals of IMSCA. Any contribution, no matter the level of support, is incredibly helpful. We hope that you will consider a contribution.


Click Here for further information.

IMSCA / Illinois Legislative Updates

Click Here for Legislative Update (4/17/26)


Click Here for Legislative Update (4/10/26) IL Update (Chris Nybo, State Lobbyist)4/10/26

Click Here for Legislative Update (4/3/26).

Click Here for Legislative Update (3/6/26).

Click Here for Legislative Update (3/20/26).

With Mental Health Awareness Month coming up in May, I wanted to personally share some resources to help you raise awareness, drive engagement, and ensure your team knows about the support available through AllOne Health. We’re here to partner with you every step of the way to make this month meaningful for your organization.

To make it easy, we’ve put together a Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit you can use right away. It includes:

• A kick-off announcement message + video
• Weekly outreach communications (copy/paste ready)
• Links to resource guides and upcoming webinars
• Clear instructions for use

All materials are on an easy-to-access, easy-to-share landing page, designed to help you highlight mental health support across your organization.

EP 20: Contractor Upgrades Communication in Lakeview Community

MZI Group, Inc. upgrades telecommunications infrastructure in a Chicago high-rise, improving connectivity and supporting public safety systems.

Upgrading telecommunications in an existing building requires coordination, precision, and the right expertise. In this episode of The Power of Better, Powering Chicago highlights how Chicago electrical contractors delivered a complex retrofit at a residential high-rise in East Lakeview.

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Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention

It is an unfortunate fact that construction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry in America. We lose about 53 out of every 100,000 members of our industry EVERY YEAR to suicide. We are four times the average of other industries. We have a crisis in construction and we need to do something about it. You can visit the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention website and learn more. We urge all to take the pledge to STAND UP for suicide prevention and address it as a health and safety priority.