Stop Managing Projects.
Start Leading People.
The traditional, transactional leadership models that once defined the construction industry—focused solely on supervision and performance—are no longer enough to navigate today’s complex and fast-paced landscape. To drive long-term project success and build resilient teams, leaders must evolve from managing tasks to inspiring people.
This course introduces the principles of Transformational Leadership, an approach built on trust, innovation, and adaptability that is proven to improve retention, engagement, and overall performance across the board. Participants will move beyond the "comfort zone" of standard management to explore actionable strategies for developing high-performing teams. We will dive into the critical differences between mentorship and sponsorship, providing a practical framework for advocating for talent and opening doors for career mobility. Whether you are a project manager or a site supervisor, you will leave with a clear roadmap to lead with vision, foster an inclusive culture, and shape the future of the construction industry.
Course Topics & Learning Outcomes
Define the core principles of transformational leadership and why they are more effective than traditional "command and control" styles in modern construction.
Apply an Emotional Intelligence framework to recognize reactive triggers and pivot from excuses toward ownership and solution-seeking.
Identify the difference between mentorship and sponsorship to provide more effective career advocacy for yourself and your team members.
Commit to one specific, high-impact leadership action to implement within 24 hours.
Meet Your Instructor
Andrea Janzen
Andrea is redefining what leadership in the built environment looks like. As the Founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, she works with companies across North America to close their leadership gap by developing high-potential talent—especially women—who have traditionally been overlooked.
Andrea is the architect of the Leadership Accelerator, a transformative program that has helped hundreds of women in the built environment successfully move into senior and executive roles, leading major projects and influencing company culture in lasting ways. Her impact is data-backed: she also leads the influential Building Better research with NCCER, which has become a crucial resource for the industry to understand and retain strong leaders.
What makes Andrea an exceptional leader and conversationalist is her rare ability to bring people in, not call them out. She addresses the industry's toughest challenges—from workforce shortages to leadership pipeline issues—with a mix of honesty, empathy, and practicality, helping every person in the room see themselves as part of the solution. Attendees consistently leave her sessions with not just insight, but a clear path to action.
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