Architectural, Engineering, & Construction (In-Person) Forum - 250909

"The Evolution of a Profession: From Project Manager to Entrepreneur, Educator, and Researcher" presented by Candace Washington, CEO & Founder of Cancave Management and Engineering

The PMI Atlanta AEC Forum is a focus group that hosts regular events with ranging topics in the architectural, engineering, and construction fields. We will show the importance of solid project management in these related fields of study.

Presentation Details    

In this fireside chat, Candace Washington will share her professional journey from project management consultant to entrepreneur, educator, and researcher, highlighting how each stage of her career has built upon the last. Drawing on over a decade of leading a project management consulting firm, teaching at Georgia Tech, and pursuing doctoral research in business strategy, workforce diversity and innovation in construction management, Candace will discuss the experiences, challenges, and opportunities that shaped her path.

This session offers practical insights for professionals navigating complex careers and seeking to leverage diverse experiences to create impact. Attendees will learn how to identify transferable skills, make strategic career decisions, and cultivate a mindset that embraces growth and learning at every stage.

This conversation is ideal for project managers, emerging leaders, and professionals interested in bridging industry, academia, and entrepreneurship.

Key Takeaways:

• The power of resilience and adaptability in shaping a meaningful career.
• How to transform skills into new opportunities across industries.
• How to leverage cumulative experience to drive career growth.
• Practical insights for integrating purpose with profession.
• Inspiration to view your career as an evolving journey, not a destination. 

Biography 

Candace Washington is a seasoned project management professional, educator, researcher, and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience leading complex projects and guiding cross-sector initiatives. She is the owner of Cancave Management & Engineering, a project management & engineering consulting firm she has successfully operated for 10 years, delivering strategic solutions across a variety of industries.

In addition to her entrepreneurial work, Candace serves as a lecturer at Georgia Tech, where she teaches construction management and project management courses, blending real-world experience with academic rigor. She is also a Ph.D. candidate at Georgia Tech, conducting research on business strategy, workforce diversity and innovation in construction management, with a focus on preparing the next generation of industry leaders.

Candace holds multiple advanced degrees in construction and project management and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Her career reflects a unique integration of industry practice, teaching, and research, demonstrating how diverse experiences can reinforce one another to create broader impact. Passionate about mentorship and professional development, she actively supports initiatives that empower students, professionals, and communities to achieve their goals.    

When

Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM.  

Where

Motion Recruitment,  400 Perimeter Center Terrace, Suite 300, Atlanta, Georgia 30346   

Fees

PMI Atlanta Member: $15.00, Early Bird Rate $12.00 through August 19th
Non-Member: $18.00, Early Bird Rate $15.00 through August 19th

PDUs

Earn 1 PDU
Talent Triangle Category:  Business Acumen

PDUs can be claimed here.