Business Management Draft

SMACNA develops publications, white papers, educational programs and conducts industry research to help SMACNA contractors maintain a competitive advantage over the competition. SMACNA Business Management presents members with the best business practices being utilized in the industry and that can help run a sheet metal and air conditioning contracting business at optimal levels. Topics covered include financial management, project management, managing a sheet metal contracting business, and issues impacting the changing marketplace.

Business Management University, March 13-17

Business Management University, March 13-17

This intensive 3 ½ day program features offers attendees the opportunity to participate in a total involvement learning experience and receive an in-depth study of the issues and problems facing management in the sheet metal industry.

Recent Updates

Six Benefits to Adopting New Software Technology
Safety Award Program

Each year SMACNA conducts a Safety Awards Program to recognize SMACNA members with the lowest injury/illness rates during the prior calendar year.

Project Management

SMACNA’s project management resources and educational programs provide members with the necessary tools to help them manage projects efficiently, safely and on-time.

Tool and Equipment Rental Guide and Schedule

This guidebook offers insights on contractor-owned equipment to ensure industry professionals have the most updated costs to inform internal estimating, project proposals for new and potential customers, and cost accounting efforts.   

Contractor Operations Manual

Contractor Operations Manual

The Contractor Operations Manual covers the operational and strategic areas involved with running a successful contracting business. These resources are geared towards improving business management skills, preparing your business for the future, providing new tools for proven practices, and other important industry specific subjects.