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The 41st Annual ECC Conference
September 9-12, 2009
Hyatt Lost Pines
Bastrop, Texas
(Outside Austin)




		Navigating the Millennials Now and in the Future Presented by the Future Leaders Engaging the next generation of the ECC Industry and making the best use of their unique talents LEAN Construction, Workforce Planning and Construction Automation Tools to reduce Capital Project Cost Presented by the Future Leaders The theories of lean construction and workforce planning and their supporting construction automation tools have come a long way over the last couple of years. Owners, construction managers and EPC firms are now specifying and adopting methodologies and tools as best practices to improve field productivity and reduce risk as on capital projects. This informative session will provide an overview of these methodologies and tools, as well as specific case studies, implementation strategies, and lessons learned that can be applied to your projects Alternative Energy Options Moderated by Mark Mateker, KBR Alternative energy sources that will affect our industry in the coming years: wind farm, biomass, nuclear, etc…a perspective from industry and government Futurist/Intelligent Buildings Moderated by Mark Mateker, KBR Futurist view of our industry looking at technologies that are in the labs and 5 to 10 years off that may affect our industries Steel-Based Materials: What Does the Future Hold? Moderated by Mike Lowder, Eastman Chemical Price and lead-time for steel-based materials (structural steel, pipe, and vessels) created severe problems for your projects between 2006 and 2008. Budgets overran, schedules were missed, energy was expended to expedite. Things are calming now. But is that because we are in the "eye of the storm"? What is likely to happen as recovery comes? Experts in the global steel, pipe/valve/fittings, and fabrication shops will address various supply/demand changes that are impacting these industries. They will provide insight into how owners and contractors can better navigate the shifting winds. Labor Law Changes: Impact on Engineering and Construction Moderated by Mike Lowder, Eastman Chemical Pending changes in labor law are likely to have a tremendous impact on your construction projects. Lewis Smoak from the law firm of Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart and a construction contractor HR executive will provide a good understanding of the changing tides and suggest actions you might want to consider to prepare for the future. Normalizing the Stellar Performance of Disaster Teams/Adopting Disaster behavior for everyday work process Moderated by Gary Berman, GREYHAWK This forum will utilize a roundtable format. Learn what behaviors we adopt during disasters and how to break down the barriers that prevent us from using these processes during normal times. Courageous Leadership during Turbulent Times Moderated by Bill Moran, ExxonMobil “The future is not cancelled”…The E&C Industry needs to maintain a long term business focus while pursuing capital efficiencies during this economic downturn. Pacesetter organizations will take this opportunity to “invest” in resources and strategies which will position them for recovery. Our forum will address concepts that “Courageous” leaders and organizations are implementing now to ensure future success.




		Corporate sponsors enjoy the benefits of being recognized throughout the year on the ECC web site, they are included on all conference material and publications, and receive special recognition throughout the conference. Corporate Sponsors also receive one complimentary registration for a Future Leader.




		The ECC has developed the Future Leaders Program as one means to fulfill our mission of Promoting Thought Leadership while providing networking for this target group of individuals.

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