Core ALA Annual Preconference: Library Design and Construction Project Management: The Tools you need to Build your Best Library Space

CHICAGO—On Friday, June 27, 2025, Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures will present the full-day preconference "Library Design and Construction Project Management: The Tools you need to Build your Best Library Space" during the 2025 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition in Philadelphia, PA. This preconference dives into design and construction project management for libraries, exploring the process from concept to close. Topics include predesign and the development of needs assessments and project programs, selecting project delivery methods, design process milestones, and construction administration. Specific project examples will foster discussion and interaction throughout the day and attendees will have the opportunity to take a deeper look at their personal project scenarios from a new perspective. Do you have an upcoming or ongoing improvement, renovation, or construction project? This full-day session will equip you with the tools and strategies to effectively manage and engage in this challenging aspect of facilities management. Attendees will be able to use the information presented to assist in the planning and implementation of their specific projects.

Library Design and Construction Project Management: The Tools you need to Build your Best Library Space
Friday, June 27, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Core Member Discount: Early/Advance: $239 | Standard: $289
ALA Member: Early/Advance: $269 | Standard: $319
Non-Member: Early/Advance: $319 | Standard: $36

View the complete schedule of the 2025 Core Annual preconferences, programs, and events.

Core thanks Turner Construction as the Gold Level Sponsor of the Building & Operations Section.

For questions or comments related to Core continuing education events, please contact Core CE staff at corece@ala.org.

About Core

Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is the national association that advances the profession of librarians and information providers in central roles of leadership and management, collections and technical services, and technology. Our mission is to cultivate and amplify the collective expertise of library workers in core functions through community building, advocacy, and learning. Core is a division of the American Library Association. Follow us on our Blog, Instagram and LinkedIn.