Plant Manager Certification Course

Upcoming Dates

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January 28 – 31, 2025 | Albuquerque, NM | SOLD OUT

This course is SOLD OUT. To be added to the waitlist and/or to receive information on the next course offering once it becomes available, please send your request to meetings dept.

Course Venue Details: Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, 125 2nd St. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Phone: 505-242-9090
Website: Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque

Meeting Room Location: Barcelona Room (subject to change)

Parking Information: The hotel will waive all Valet Parking fees for NRMCA overnight and day guests (with in/out privileges). Self-parking is only available in the municipal lot adjacent to the hotel and all fees are the responsibility of the individual guest.

Travel Information

Nearest Airport: The closest airport is the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) located four miles from the course location/Hotel Andaluz.

Transportation Options

Airport to Hotel: The hotel does NOT provide shuttle service. Transportation to/from the course location will NOT be provided by NRMCA and is the responsibility of the registrant. Rideshare services are available in Albuquerque, or you can schedule a SuperShuttle by contacting them directly at 1-800-258-3826.

Rental Car: Enterprise and National are extending special rates to NRMCA Members. As rental car pricing continues to fluctuate, NRMCA has negotiated a special Member rate through our partners at National/Enterprise Car Rental. The NRMCA Member Rate may be used for any scenario – personal travel, work travel – any time you need a vehicle. Register for a FREE Emerald Club account to skip the lines at the airport and go straight to your car!

 Note: these links may be shared with friends & family.

Cancellation Policy: Full cancellation refunds, less a $125 administrative fee, will be extended until Monday, January 6, 2025. All cancellations after Monday, January 6, 2025, will not be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class. Substitutions can be made at any time with no penalty. Registration cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to: [email protected].

NRMCA reserves the right to cancel this event. A class confirmation, confirming the course will run as scheduled, will be sent via email no later than COB, Monday, January 6, 2025. It is advisable not to book your airfare (unless it’s fully refundable) until you receive the class confirmation. In the unlikely event the class is cancelled, NRMCA will refund the entire registration fee, but is not responsible for airline or hotel reservation fees. You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel and travel arrangements.

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March 18 – 21, 2025 | Oklahoma City, OK

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Course Venue Details: Dolese Headquarters, 8300 N. Oklahoma Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73114

Parking Information: Complimentary parking is available on-site. Guest parking is available on 82nd Street and in the designated parking area on the northeast corner of the building. To enter the building, walk to the west entrance doors and check in at the reception area through the doorway on your left.

Hotel Information: NRMCA has NOT contracted a block of rooms for this event but suggests the following nearby hotels.

Travel Information

Nearest Airport: The closest airport is the Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) located 16 miles/21 minutes from the course location/Dolese Bros HQ.

Transportation Options

Airport to Hotel: Please check with your hotel of choice to see if shuttle service is available. Transportation to/from the course location will NOT be provided by NRMCA and is the responsibility of the registrant. To schedule SuperShuttle or shared ride transportation, please contact SuperShuttle directly at 1-800-258-3826.

Rental Car: Enterprise and National are extending special rates to NRMCA Members. As rental car pricing continues to fluctuate, NRMCA has negotiated a special Member rate through our partners at National/Enterprise Car Rental. The NRMCA Member Rate may be used for any scenario – personal travel, work travel – any time you need a vehicle. Register for a FREE Emerald Club account to skip the lines at the airport and go straight to your car!

National Reservation Link: https://bit.ly/NRMCA_National

Enterprise Reservation Link: https://bit.ly/NRMCA_Enterprise

Or use contract code: XZ16HE7 when making a reservation 

Note: these links may be shared with friends & family.

Cancellation Policy: Full cancellation refunds, less a $125 administrative fee, will be extended until Monday, February 24, 2025. All cancellations after Monday, February 24, 2025, will not be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class. Substitutions can be made at any time with no penalty. Registration cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to: [email protected].

NRMCA reserves the right to cancel this event. A class confirmation, confirming the course will run as scheduled, will be sent via email no later than COB, Monday, February 24, 2025. It is advisable not to book your airfare (unless it’s fully refundable) until you receive the class confirmation. In the unlikely event the class is cancelled, NRMCA will refund the entire registration fee, but is not responsible for airline or hotel reservation fees. You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel and travel arrangements.


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March 25 – 28, 2025 | Honolulu, HI

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Cost: $1,300 Member/$1,700 Non-Member

Course Schedule:
March 25 – 27 (days 1-3): 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
March 28 (day 4): 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Note: Lunch will be provided on day 1-3.

Course Venue Details

Venue Name: Jas. W. Glover, Ltd., 248 Sand Island Access Road, Honolulu, HI 96819

Parking Information: There is ample complimentary parking on-site at the course venue.

Hotel Information

NRMCA has NOT contracted a block of rooms but instead suggests the following nearby hotels:

Travel Information

Nearest Airport: The closest airport is the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (Honolulu Airport – HNL) is located 3 miles/8 minutes from the course location/Jas. W. Glover, Ltd.

Transportation Options

Airport to Hotel: Please check with your hotel of choice to see if shuttle service is available. Transportation to/from the course location will NOT be provided by NRMCA and is the responsibility of the registrant. Both ride share and Taxicabs are readily available. To schedule an airport on-demand shuttle service, please contact Roberts Hawaii Express Shuttle at (808) 439-8800 or by clicking here.

Rental Car: Enterprise and National are extending special rates to NRMCA Members. As rental car pricing continues to fluctuate, NRMCA has negotiated a special Member rate through our partners at National/Enterprise Car Rental. The NRMCA Member Rate may be used for any scenario – personal travel, work travel – any time you need a vehicle. Register for a FREE Emerald Club account to skip the lines at the airport and go straight to your car!
National Reservation Link: https://bit.ly/NRMCA_National
Enterprise Reservation Link: https://bit.ly/NRMCA_Enterprise

Or use contract code: XZ16HE7 when making a reservation

Note: these links may be shared with friends & family.

Additional Tips

Cancellation Policy: Full cancellation refunds, less a $125.00 administrative fee, will be extended until Monday, March 3, 2025. All cancellations after Monday, March 3, 2025, will not be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class. Substitutions can be made at any time with no penalty. Registration cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to: [email protected].
NRMCA reserves the right to cancel this event. A class confirmation, confirming the course will run as scheduled, will be sent via email no later than COB, Monday, March 3, 2025. It is advisable not to book your airfare (unless it’s fully refundable) until you receive the class confirmation. In the unlikely event the class is cancelled, NRMCA will refund the entire registration fee, but is not responsible for airline or hotel reservation fees. You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel and travel arrangements.

Weather: The average temperature in Honolulu in March is 74 degrees during the day and 60 degrees at night.

Dress Code: Business casual.

COVID Disclaimer: “The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) cannot prevent you from becoming exposed to, contracting, or spreading COVID-19 while attending the NRMCA Plant Manager Certification Course at the Jas. W. Glover, Ltd. in Honolulu, HI. It is not possible to prevent against the presence of the disease. Therefore, if you choose to attend the NRMCA Plant Manager Certification Course and/or enter onto rented premises you may be exposing yourself to and/or increasing your risk of contracting or spreading COVID-19. You are traveling to attend NRMCA Plant Manager Certification Course aware of and understanding the general risks and particularly the risks of COVID, and you are accepting responsibility for those risks on your own, and while NRMCA is taking steps to provide for a safe event, NRMCA is not liable for any illness or death resulting from your participation in its event.”


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April 8 – 11, 2025 | Orlando, FL

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Course Venue Details: Florida Concrete & Products Association, Inc. (FC&PA), 6353 Lee Vista Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32822

Parking Information: There is complimentary parking available on-site.

Hotel

NRMCA has NOT contracted a block of rooms for this event but suggests the following hotels nearby:

  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Airport, 5835 T.G. Lee Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32822
  • Residence Inn Orlando Airport, 7024 Augusta National Drive, Orlando, FL 32822
  • Hampton Inn Orlando-International Airport, 5767 T.G. Lee Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32822
  • Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside, 7499 Augusta National Drive, Orlando, FL 32822
  • Holiday Inn, an IHG Hotel, 5750 T.G. Lee Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32822

Travel Information

Nearest Airport: The closest airport is the Orlando International Airport (MCO) located one mile from the course location/FC&PA.

Transportation Options

Airport to Hotel: Please check with your hotel of choice to see if shuttle service is available. Transportation to/from the course location will NOT be provided by NRMCA and is the responsibility of the registrant. Rideshare services are available in Orlando, or you can schedule a SuperShuttle by contacting them directly at 1-800-258-3826.

Rental Car: Enterprise and National are extending special rates to NRMCA Members. As rental car pricing continues to fluctuate, NRMCA has negotiated a special Member rate through our partners at National/Enterprise Car Rental. The NRMCA Member Rate may be used for any scenario – personal travel, work travel – any time you need a vehicle. Register for a FREE Emerald Club account to skip the lines at the airport and go straight to your car!

 Note: these links may be shared with friends & family.

Cancellation Policy: Full cancellation refunds, less a $125 administrative fee, will be extended until Monday, March 17, 2025. All cancellations after Monday, March 17, 2025, will not be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class. Substitutions can be made at any time with no penalty. Registration cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to: [email protected].

NRMCA reserves the right to cancel this event. A class confirmation, confirming the course will run as scheduled, will be sent via email no later than COB, Monday, March 17, 2025. It is advisable not to book your airfare (unless it’s fully refundable) until you receive the class confirmation. In the unlikely event the class is cancelled, NRMCA will refund the entire registration fee, but is not responsible for airline or hotel reservation fees. You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel and travel arrangements.


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December 10 – 13, 2024 | Charleston, SC | SOLD OUT

This course is SOLD OUT. To be added to the waitlist and/or to receive information on the next course offering once it becomes available, please send your request to the meetings dept.

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Course Venue Details: Courtyard Charleston Historic District, 125 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401

Phone: 843-805-7900
Website: Courtyard Charleston Historic District

Meeting Room Location: Cypress South (subject to change).

Parking Information: On-site parking fee is $39/night. Parking rates are subject to change.

Travel Information

Nearest Airport: The closest airport is the Charleston International Airport (CHS) located 11 miles from the Courtyard Charleston Historic District hotel.

Transportation Options

Airport to Hotel: The hotel does NOT offer complimentary airport shuttle service. A taxi will cost approximately $40 each way from CHS to the host hotel. To schedule SuperShuttle or shared ride transportation, please contact SuperShuttle directly at 1-800-258-3826.

Rental Car: Enterprise and National are extending special rates to NRMCA Members. As rental car pricing continues to fluctuate, NRMCA has negotiated a special Member rate through our partners at National/Enterprise Car Rental. The NRMCA Member Rate may be used for any scenario – personal travel, work travel – any time you need a vehicle. Register for a FREE Emerald Club account to skip the lines at the airport and go straight to your car!

 Note: these links may be shared with friends & family.

Cancellation Policy: Full cancellation refunds, less a $125 administrative fee, will be extended until Monday, November 18, 2024. All cancellations after Monday, November 18, 2024, will not be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class. Substitutions can be made at any time with no penalty. Registration cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to: [email protected].

NRMCA reserves the right to cancel this event. A class confirmation, confirming the course will run as scheduled, will be sent via email no later than COB, Monday, November 18, 2024. It is advisable not to book your airfare (unless it’s fully refundable) until you receive the class confirmation. In the unlikely event the class is cancelled, NRMCA will refund the entire registration fee, but is not responsible for airline or hotel reservation fees. You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel and travel arrangements.

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Course Hours

Tuesday-Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, Exam Only: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note: Lunch will be provided on days 1-3.

Registration Fees

$1,300 NRMCA Members | $1,700 Non-Members

NRMCA Members Only Group Incentives
Please submit separate forms for ALL attendees together to receive group discount 10% (3-5 members) 15% (+6 members).

concrete plant

With over 90% of a producer’s expenses tied to materials management, operations, and production at the plant level, it is essential every concrete plant manager understand the essential aspects of product knowledge, safety, environmental compliance, operations as tied to profit and loss, as well as supervisory principles.  A plant manager is the heart of the ready mixed concrete production facility. Every plant has one and duties differ only slightly from plant-to-plant. This challenging, ready mixed concrete-specific course is the only one that helps them walk-their-walk.

The three-day curriculum and the two certification exams on Day 4 are designed to not only reinforce these specific skill levels, but also incorporates many job requirement skills found in specifications for Army Corps of Engineers’ projects, as well as state and local DOTs.

Course instruction covers and tests on five individual modules:

  • Plant Safety
  • Operations
  • Production Knowledge
  • Environmental
  • Business Concepts

Class Agenda

DAY 1

  • Introduction
  • Course Overview

Module I… Product Knowledge

  • Cementitious Materials
  • Concrete Materials – Aggregates
  • Admixtures
  • Mixing Water
  • Concrete Proportions
  • Aggregate Moisture and Batching Arithmetic
  • Fresh Concrete Properties & Test Methods
  • Hardened Concrete Properties
  • Homework

DAY 2

Module II… Operations

  • Concrete Plant Design, Equipment & Operation
  • Plant Maintenance and Trouble Shooting
  • Drivers … Professionals on Wheels
  • The Science of Dispatching Ready Mixed Concrete
  • Materials Management
  • Calculating Volumes & Inventory
  • Production of Concrete Paving Mixtures
  • Homework

Module III… Safety

  • Safety Regulations
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Lock Out/Tag Out
  • Machine Guarding and Safe Operating Procedures
  • Hazard Communications
  • Confined Space
  • Homework

DAY 3

Module IV… Environmental

  • Environmental Stewardship and Community Relations
  • Water Quality Management
  • Solids Management and Recycling Solids
  • Materials Storage, Hazardous Materials & Chemicals
  • Plant Environmental Management
  • Homework

Module V… Business Principles

  • Basic Business Principals
  • Manage the Plant – Lead the Staff
  • Plant Inventory and Site Risk Management
  • Benchmarking and Productivity Exercises

DAY 4

  • Exams
  • Exam 1 – Product Knowledge & Production Technology
  • Exam 2 –Operations, Safety, Environmental, and Business Principles

 

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