Essentials of Sustainability Training 

WHO: 1176 Community, LAMs, all interested  

WHAT: Educate on the essential elements of sustainability. Participants will be able to:

Identify key terms and concepts; understand the sustainability benefits and requirements; know where and how to access sustainable purchasing programs; understand the role and responsibilities of Facility Managers in helping GSA comply with relevant E.O. goals; and identify impactful best practices as they relate to sustainability performance   

When:  All times are listed in EST on the sign up sheet.  

Please use this Google Form to register for the training class.  After completing the form, a calendar invite will be sent.  Please reach out to Angela Ochipinti or Natalie Fox with any questions on this training.

Essentials of Smart Buildings Technology

Who: 1176, Construction Control Reps, Project Managers, Equipment Specialists, and Smart Buildings

Educate and assist GSA Building Managers, Portfolio, Project Executives, Project Managers, Asset Managers, O&M Contractors, and GSA Smart Building Program Leaders on current Smart Building policy, focusing on operational technology, implementation, and considerations for design, construction, and program management. Impart the skills necessary to conduct more cost-effective, near real-time visibility and control of all building systems, planning, budgeting, and predictive maintenance.

When:  All times are listed in EST on the sign up sheet.

Please use this Google Form to register for the training class.  After completing the form, a calendar invite will be sent.  Please reach out to Angela Ochipinti with any questions on this training.

Essentials Of Lease Management: (ELM)

Who: LAMs (required), Building Managers, Program Managers, CORs, all interested.

What: To communicate and train the national GSA Lease Administration Management (LAMs) workforce on the essential Lease Management Program practices, processes, and standardized tools, to drive national consistency and behaviors crucial for successful stewardship of the leased facilities portfolio.

When: August 22 - 24th 10am - 5pm EST  Click here to sign up.

COR Construction Desk Guide

Who: All CORs and anyone interested.

What: The virtual COR Construction Desk Guide training sessions, presented by Ed Lubin and Richard Weller from Region 5, trained over 3,000 PBS employees from 2020-2022. The training sessions have now been added to the COR Corner on the NARC. The six-hour session is broken down into three video presentations and provides an overview on the COR Construction Desk Guide, which highlights fundamental COR contract administration processes and responsibilities that are standard across PBS. These online training sessions are applicable to CORs and anyone who interacts with a COR.

When: Online at your convenience.