What is the Best Leadership Training for Construction Superintendents and PMs?
- September 25, 2025
- Blog
When it comes to the best training for construction project managers and superintendents, I have a few recommendations based on what I’ve seen work in the field. Of course, if you’re looking for the hardcore, in-depth experience, the Super PM Boot Camp at Elevate is the top choice. We run these boot camps at least two or three times a year, with class sizes ranging anywhere from 25 to 80 attendees. They are very popular and consistently receive 100% raving fan status afterwards.
The boot camp focuses on hands-on, technical skills rather than just theory. You do learn about personal and professional development and a little bit of the theory, but the real value comes from the practical examples, exercises, and resource information that you can take back to your team and implement immediately. Everything is geared to ensure you leave with actionable skills, not just knowledge.
That said, there are other exceptional trainings in the industry worth considering. For example, we offer a one-day builder training that can scale up to hundreds or even a thousand attendees. It’s an inexpensive, high-impact option if you want to train a large group quickly.
Beyond that, I highly recommend Muster with Echelon Front and Joel, which is fantastic for leadership development and team performance. The AGC Lean Course is another excellent program, introducing lean principles and helping you think and work more efficiently on projects. Finally, for those looking to improve collaboration skills online, the Lean Builder’s online courses are exceptional.
We also have additional resources, such as Miro boards, books, and other tools, which we’re happy to share with anyone who reaches out. These resources complement training programs and help ensure that the lessons learned can be effectively applied on job sites.
Key Takeaway: The best training combines hands-on boot camps with supplemental lean and leadership courses to give PMs and supers practical skills they can apply immediately.