Get Lean with the Last Planner System
The Last Planner® System (LPS) is a realistic way to collaboratively manage project-based production. It enables issues to be identified and resolved and increases the chances that workflows and projects
Philadelphia Plumbing Code Update Allows More Use of Plastic Pipes
After months of negotiation between residential builders, the plumbers union, and the City of Philadelphia, the city’s plumbing code will be updated to allow for more use of plastic pipes
LF Driscoll Celebrates Villanova Project Milestone
On Thursday, October 18, 2018, LF Driscoll held a topping out ceremony at Villanova University’s Performing Arts Center. This ceremony marks the completion of steel work for the new Villanova
EDA Contractors Records Growing Greater Philadelphia Interview
On October 2, 2018, Ed DeAngelis and Cory Robbins, of EDA Contractors, Inc. sat with Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of the Select Greater Philadelphia Council to record interviews about doing
CLC Leadership Series: Go Beyond Networking
On Thursday, October 11, 2018, GBCA's Construction Leadership Council hosted a workshop, "Go Beyond Networking." Attendees learned how to stop the cycle of merely collecting business cards by learning how
Mazars Real Estate and Construction Roundtable Breakfast
Please join us for a lively gathering of area Real Estate and Construction professionals to discuss current issues affecting our industry. Our guest speaker will be B. Scott Zuckerman, Principal
AGC 2019 Safety and Health Conference
Construction safety and health is vital for the success of our industry. Join more than 250 industry professionals and participate in the development of regulatory and legislative activity on both
2018 Active Member Dinner
GBCA Active Members and invited guests participated in a dinner with John J. Dougherty and Ryan Boyer on October 9 at Water Works by the Philadelphia Museum of Art. John
LF Driscoll Awarded Star VPP Status for PMA Project
On Wednesday, October 10, 2018, LF Driscoll’s Philadelphia Museum of Art project was officially certified a Star Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) project by OSHA. OSHA presented LF Driscoll Corporate Safety
City of Philadelphia Department of Streets to Increase Street Closure Fees
The City of Philadelphia Department of Streets will increase the rates imposed for street closures. The new fees will go into effect on October 21, 2018.GBCA along with other local