Project Management Training

RCA Retail Project Management Training Program

Our next RCA Project Management Training Program Session will be held December 3-5, 2025, in Dallas, TX.
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Developing the Next Generation of High-Performing Retail Project Leaders

The Retail Contractors Association (RCA), in partnership with FMI, is proud to offer a powerful three-day training experience built specifically for retail construction Project Managers. This program is tailored to address the unique pace, complexity, and customer demands of retail projects, giving participants the mindset, tools, and leadership skills needed to deliver results in today’s dynamic retail environment.

Through a highly interactive format - featuring simulations, case studies, and practical exercises - participants will learn how to drive project outcomes, manage teams more effectively, and elevate the client experience from start to finish.

Key Learning Outcomes

Participants will leave the program equipped to:

Navigate the full retail project lifecycle with greater confidence and control.
Lead with both authority and empathy to create high-performing teams.
Improve planning, execution, time management, and cost control strategies.
Maximize project profitability through smart decisions and disciplined execution.
Enhance customer satisfaction by understanding what retail clients value most.
Apply proven standards and best practices that lead to repeat business and long-term success.

Core Program Topics

"The Frame" Leadership Exercise – Understand how your mindset shapes project outcomes.
Management vs. Leadership – Learn when to direct and when to influence.
Project Planning & Start-Up – Set your job up for success from Day One.
Customer-Focused Construction – Build lasting partnerships, not just buildings.
Time Management – Own your calendar before it owns you.
Cash Flow, Productivity & Profitability – Make the numbers work in your favor.
Change Orders – Control scope while maintaining client trust.
Retail Construction Standards & Best Practices – Build consistency and excellence.
Project Owner Debriefs – Understand the client's view of success.
Stand & Deliver: Key Takeaways – Participants present their biggest lessons.
Action Planning – Commit to applying what you’ve learned on the job.
Harden Road & Tower Build Projects – Hands-on simulations to reinforce learning.

Program Format

Interactive, instructor-led workshops
Real-world case studies and guided group discussions
Hands-on simulations and team challenges
Personal action planning to bridge learning into daily work

This training isn’t just about managing retail projects. It’s about elevating how you lead them. Whether you're managing remodels, rollouts, or ground-up builds, this program provides the structure, strategies, and insights to help you become a high-value leader of your organization.