Wellesley, Massachusetts, September 22, 2025
News Summary
Experienced construction leaders are moving into continuing education and mentorship to address a widening industry experience gap as senior professionals retire. Practitioner-instructor programs on platforms like PDH‑Pro pair hands-on veterans with younger engineers and project managers to teach real-world budget oversight, stakeholder management and on-site problem solving. Trade groups are also returning workforce programs such as the AGC MA ACE course to vocational schools to expose students to architecture, construction and engineering careers. Together, practitioner-led courses, trade‑school outreach and mentorship aim to shorten learning curves and protect project schedules and budgets.
Wellesley, Mass. — Sept. 22, 2025
Seasoned leader joins online continuing education platform to help bridge a growing experience gap
A generation of senior construction professionals is preparing for retirement. A critical experience gap threatens to slow project timelines and increase budget risks in the construction industry. To address that gap, Roman Titov, P.E., CCM, is joining an online continuing education platform as an instructor and mentor to help prepare the next generation of engineers and project managers for high‑stakes work.
Top-line details
- Roman Titov holds the P.E. (Professional Engineer) credential.
- Roman Titov holds the CCM (Certified Construction Manager) credential.
- Roman Titov is an instructor for the online continuing education platform PDH‑Pro.
- Mr. Titov said his focus is on preparing engineers for the challenges they will face on day one of a leadership role.
- Mr. Titov said formal education provides the foundation but applied knowledge (navigating unforeseen challenges, managing teams, executing on time and on budget) defines a successful project manager.
Why this matters now
Industry observers note that many experienced managers and technical leaders are moving toward retirement. That shift can create a gap in institutional knowledge, hands‑on judgment, and practical problem solving that is usually gained over years on real projects. Without targeted mentoring and applied training, projects can face slower schedules, higher change orders, and increased budget risk.
About Roman Titov’s role
Roman Titov brings practical, on‑the‑ground wisdom from leadership roles at major global companies, including AWS and Jacobs. He has a long interest in training and education and previously taught at the Schulich School of Engineering. PDH‑Pro describes Mr. Titov as uniquely skilled at simplifying complex realities of modern construction, including budget oversight and stakeholder management.
PDH‑Pro partnered with Roman Titov to bring experienced‑practitioner instruction to its continuing education offerings. The platform positions practitioner‑led courses as a way for early‑career engineers and project managers to acquire applied skills not always covered in formal schooling. PDH‑Pro provides affordable, expert‑designed‑and‑led professional development hour (PDH) courses for continuing education tailored to meet state and specialty requirements. The platform operates a user‑friendly online platform and emphasizes regulatory compliance, expert instruction, and customer service to help engineers navigate evolving licensure requirements with confidence.
Leadership perspective
Neil Harper is Founder and CEO of PDH‑Pro. Neil Harper said you can’t learn how to manage a high‑stakes, multi‑million‑dollar project entirely from a textbook. Neil Harper said there is a brain drain happening in construction and that decades of institutional knowledge are being lost. PDH‑Pro partners with seasoned leaders like Roman to provide practical, on‑the‑ground insights invaluable for an engineer’s career.
Contact and platform details
Media contact company name: PDH Pro, Inc.
PDH‑Pro media contact person: Robert Shaw.
PDH‑Pro media contact phone: 508‑298‑4787.
PDH‑Pro media contact address: 59 Causeway Street, Suite 159, Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States.
PDH‑Pro media contact email field (placeholder): Send Email
PDH‑Pro media contact website: pdh-pro.com
Related workforce initiative in Massachusetts
UPTON, MA — A Wellesley‑based contractors trade group will bring its ACE program back to Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School in spring. The ACE program is an eight‑week course focusing on architecture, construction and engineering fields. The ACE program is an AGC MA workforce development initiative designed to enhance skills and support opportunity for students interested in pursuing careers in construction.
As part of the ACE curriculum, leaders from three AGC MA member firms are leading sessions as ACE mentors. Jeff Cammuso of Shawmut Design and Construction is an ACE mentor for the program. Kimberly Joyce of Colantonio is an ACE mentor for the program. Kerri Noble of Consigli is an ACE mentor for the program. Alex Toth of Consigli is an ACE mentor for the program.
Thomas Belland is Vocational Director at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School. Thomas Belland said the AGC MA partnership provides students exposure to a host of professional career paths and allows them to explore facets of the construction sector they might otherwise have never considered.
The AGC MA ACE program at Blackstone Valley Tech is in its fourth year of providing ACE support. AGC MA’s partnership with Blackstone Valley Tech is part of a larger initiative to increase awareness among young people of career opportunities in construction. The construction industry faces challenging workforce shortages, according to AGC MA. John Ferrante is CEO of AGC MA. John Ferrante said the construction industry offers a wide range of well‑paying professional opportunities, from building jobsite work to technical and administrative roles. AGC MA is a chapter of the national Associated General Contractors of America. AGC MA received its charter in 1924 and was incorporated in 1935. AGC MA has 200 members in locations ranging from Cape Cod to the New York border. AGC MA’s mission is to provide its members with programs, services, and initiatives that strengthen their competitive advantage and promote the economic strength of the commercial construction industry in the Commonwealth.
What to watch next
Expect more practitioner‑led continuing education offerings and expanded local workforce programs as firms and trade groups respond to staff turnover and skill gaps. Practical mentoring, applied case studies, and classroom time linked to real projects are likely to grow as priorities for training budgets and educational partners.
FAQ
Who is Roman Titov?
Roman Titov holds the P.E. (Professional Engineer) credential. Roman Titov holds the CCM (Certified Construction Manager) credential. Roman Titov is an instructor for the online continuing education platform PDH‑Pro.
What experience does Roman Titov bring?
Roman Titov brings practical, on‑the‑ground wisdom from leadership roles at major global companies, including AWS and Jacobs. He previously taught at the Schulich School of Engineering.
What is PDH‑Pro offering?
PDH‑Pro provides affordable, expert‑designed‑and‑led professional development hour (PDH) courses for continuing education tailored to meet state and specialty requirements. PDH‑Pro operates a user‑friendly online platform.
What did Neil Harper say about industry training?
Neil Harper is Founder and CEO of PDH‑Pro. Neil Harper said you can’t learn how to manage a high‑stakes, multi‑million‑dollar project entirely from a textbook. Neil Harper said there is a brain drain happening in construction and that decades of institutional knowledge are being lost.
Who is the PDH‑Pro media contact?
Media contact company name: PDH Pro, Inc. PDH‑Pro media contact person: Robert Shaw. PDH‑Pro media contact phone: 508‑298‑4787. PDH‑Pro media contact address: 59 Causeway Street, Suite 159, Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States. PDH‑Pro media contact email field (placeholder): Send Email. PDH‑Pro media contact website: pdh‑pro.com
What is the ACE program at Blackstone Valley Tech?
The ACE program is an eight‑week course focusing on architecture, construction and engineering fields. The ACE program is an AGC MA workforce development initiative. The AGC MA ACE program at Blackstone Valley Tech is in its fourth year of providing ACE support. Jeff Cammuso of Shawmut Design and Construction is an ACE mentor for the program. Kimberly Joyce of Colantonio is an ACE mentor for the program. Kerri Noble of Consigli is an ACE mentor for the program. Alex Toth of Consigli is an ACE mentor for the program. Thomas Belland said the AGC MA partnership provides students exposure to a host of professional career paths and allows them to explore facets of the construction sector they might otherwise have never considered.
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Key features at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Instructor | Roman Titov — P.E., CCM; experience at AWS and Jacobs; former instructor at Schulich School of Engineering |
| Continuing education platform | PDH‑Pro; provides affordable, expert‑designed‑and‑led PDH courses; user‑friendly online platform; regulatory compliance focus |
| Main industry risk | A generation of senior construction professionals is preparing for retirement and a critical experience gap threatens to slow project timelines and increase budget risks in the construction industry |
| Local workforce program | AGC MA ACE program at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School — eight‑week architecture, construction and engineering course; fourth year of partnership |
| PDH‑Pro media contact | PDH Pro, Inc. — Robert Shaw; 508‑298‑4787; 59 Causeway Street, Suite 159, Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States; Send Email; pdh‑pro.com |
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Additional Resources
- FinancialContent / WRAL: To Close Construction’s Experience Gap — Roman Titov mentors next‑gen project managers
- Wikipedia: Construction management
- Patch: Blackstone Valley Vocational brings back ACE workshop
- Google Search: ACE program Blackstone Valley Vocational
- BD+C: Meet the 40 Under 40 class of 2022
- Google Scholar: 40 Under 40 AEC 2022
- Boston Real Estate Times: Professional Women in Construction Boston board announcement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Women in construction
- PDH‑Pro: Professional development hours and continuing education for engineers
- Google News: PDH‑Pro continuing education construction
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