Even though this year's Congress has ended, DPC SIG members can still access these webinars and archived webinars for the rest of the year. Simply enter promo code DPCSMET8 when ordering your webinar on metsig.org.

This promo code also allows access to an extensive list of archived webinars, so be sure to checkout previously recorded webinars.

We're Looking for Contributors to the DPC SIG Newsletter!

We're looking for individuals to contribute articles or news items to the DPC SIG newsletter,
Project Management Standard:

• Write an article telling us about your experiences with construction-related projects
  (PMPs can earn PDUs for articles they have written).
• Contribute an interesting article or news item that you have found.
• Share your knowledge and experiences with others by providing useful tips.
• Direct us to informative PM and construction-related web sites.

Deadlines for submissions: May 15, August 15 and November 15.

Submit to vccommunications@dpcsig.org

Have a Project Management Question?

We Just May Have the Answer!

The DPC SIG has enlisted the support of Subject Matter Experts from around the world to address your project management-related questions. Questions and answers will appear in upcoming issues of the DPC SIG newsletter and monthly bulletin.

Submit Your Question to VCMarketing@dpcsig.org.
Be sure to include your name and contact information in the email.

Question 9
I have a question about the interpretation of the "No-damage-for-delay" clause. I appreciate any advice. View the answer.

DPC SIG Lapel Pins Available for Members

As a token of the DPC SIG's appreciation for your participation in the SIG, we would like to send you a lapel pin. We encourage all members to wear the pin at PMI® chapter and international events and to look for, and network with, other DPC SIG members wearing their pins. Show your pride in the DPC SIG!

Request a DPC SIG pin - Be sure to include your mailing address.

Your participation is requested in this study about investigating the impact of the project manager’s decision-making during the execution of megaprojects. Though primary study focus is on the oil/gas industry, contributions from megaproject experiences in other industry sectors are very welcome. The study is being done in collaboration with a European academic institution (ESC Lille). Simplistically, this study assumes megaprojects as projects with total cost of about $1 billion or more. The study outcome will contribute to an improved understanding of the framework that should support decision-making on these big projects, such that stronger focus can be maintained on realising the strategic objectives for which the projects were initiated. I hope this may interest you as a project management professional. Your participation will be an important contribution to advancing the profession.

Confidentiality of respondees will be upheld - all responses are received as completely anonymous. E-mails and names inadvertently mentioned in course of your responses to this survey will not be mentioned in the use of data gathered.

The survey can be assessed here.
Questions about the survey? Contact John Eweje at jeweje@googlemail.com.

The PMI Board Other Committees are:

PMI Nominating Committee: Committee oversees and supervises the nominating process for directors of the Institute. Committee members implement and oversee the annual election process, and establish and maintain the committee's annual candidate selection and nomination schedule.

PMI Ethics Review Committee: This committee investigates and resolves member ethics complaints.

PMI Ethics Appeals Committee: Committee members investigate and resolve appeals related to PMI member ethics cases.

PMI Volunteer Appointment Committee (VAC): This committee recruits and provides a list of potential Appointees to 2011 PMI Board Support Committees for PMI Board approval. Deliverables include a list of potential appointees to Other Committees, requirements and timeline and proposing the appointees to the PMI Board for their approval.

Certification Governance Council (CGC): helps identify, develop and maintain professional credentialing standards and principles for PMI’s certification program.

PMI Educational Foundation Board (PMIEF Board): The PMI Educational Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PMI, raises funds and awards grants to:

• Expand educational opportunities for future project managers through academic and work-based learning opportunities;
• Prepare primary and secondary students for success in life by using projects to teach them critical applied skills;
• Help relief and development organizations use their limited resources more efficiently and effectively by increasing their project management capacity.

If you are interested in participating as a PMI Board Support Committee member, please apply directly.

Please note that applications will be accepted until 15 May 2009.

Too Much Travel for PDUs?

Each course in University of Wisconsin-Platteville's online Master of Science in Project Management is worth 45 PDUs and 3 credits toward the graduate degree. With accreditations from the PMI® Global Accreditation Center and the Higher Learning Commission, you and your employer can be certain that the program is of the highest caliber. Gain the advanced PM skills and cross-functional business knowledge you need to advance in your career. UW-Platteville is a public institution and part of the world-renowned University of Wisconsin system. For 10 years, our completely online MSPM has helped project managers prepare for the next step in their career.

Learn more: www.uwplatt.edu/disted/degrees/pm/

2nd Annual Women In Project Management Conferences

COAA to Offer Owners Leadership Conferences

The Construction Owner's Association of America (COAA) is offering the following Owners Leadership Conference:

2009 Fall Owners Leadership Conference
November 18-20, 2009
Austin, Texas USA

2010 Spring Owners Leadership Conference
May 5-7, 2010
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA

Volunteer Opportunities

The DPC SIG is a volunteer-driven organization. We encourage our members to be actively involved in SIG activities and special projects by:

• filling leadership positions within the organization: Vice Chairs, Deputies, Committee Members
• contributing articles to The Project Management Standard newsletter
• managing special projects
• working on designated project activities, Local Interest Group (LIG) meetings and professional development conferences

View the current DPC SIG Organization Chart which lists available positions.

Volunteer today. You will find it most rewarding, both professionally and personally!

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the DPC SIG Administrator. Please let us know the area(s) in which you would be interested in volunteering and we will find a place for you.