Bridging the Gap
A Guide to Building Better Relations with the Field

NorCal NECA is committed to individual growth within the electrical construction industry.  In 2025, the Chapter is continuing its quarterly Professional Development Program.  This program will consist of quarterly seminars to enhance member skills, leadership qualities, and problem-solving abilities.  Participants will leave each session inspired and have the tools to be more effective in the workplace, make meaningful contributions to their teams, and advance in their careers.  These seminars are free to NorCal NECA Members.

The Fourth-Quarter in-person Professional Development Program course in 2025 will be “Bridging the Gap – A Guide to Building Better Relations with the Field.”  This dynamic program will be presented by Nic Bittle.

Date:  Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Time:  8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:  Chapter Office (7041 Koll Center Parkway, Suite 100, Pleasanton)

About this program: There is almost always some level of division between the field and the office, but there doesn’t have to be. When we can work together as a team, great things can happen. In this program, Nic will walk your project managers through some simple steps and ideas that will improve communication and relationships with their field leaders. It is natural to try to go our separate ways on and off the job, but when we can all begin to pull on the same end of the rope performance and productivity increase.

In this program, you will learn:

  • How to identify the common pitfalls of miscommunication and complacency in our organizations.
  • How to work better together as a single team and the cost if we do not.
  • How to identify common pitfalls and communication issues with those we lead on and off the job.
  • How to deliver tough news and criticism that doesn’t divide us.
  • How to successfully navigate conflict with anyone.
  • The tips, tricks, tactics and techniques any great leader must master to become a better leader.

Target Audience:  Project Managers, Project Engineers, Executives and office staff.