Job Opportunities: Construction Professionals with BFW Group LLC
BFW Group LLC is looking for talented individuals to join its team as a Construction Project Scheduler, a Construction Project Manager / Cost Estimator, and a Construction Safety Manager. BFW is also offering $1,500 to anyone who refers a successful
Amtrak Reaches Financial Deal for Landmark Philadelphia Station Renovation
Amtrak recently announced that it reached a financial deal to fund its renovation of 30th Street Station. GBCA members Gilbane Building Company and Pride Enterprises, Inc. will be part of the building team. From Amtrak: Amtrak and Plenary Infrastructure Philadelphia
AGC ConstructorCast: Construction Site Security and Theft Prevention
Listen to the latest episode of AGC’s ConstructorCast! This episode looks at construction site security and provides tips and best practices on filing a theft report and insurance claim. Contractors may have millions of dollars of equipment, tools and
GBCA Continues Sharing the Importance of Mental Health Awareness on 6abc
GBCA is reminding the Philadelphia region of the need to pay attention to our workforce and address mental health and substance abuse issues. This month, our article on what the region’s union construction leaders are doing to help members of
Construction Leadership Council Raises Funds and Support for Philadelphia’s Communities
GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council has continued to pivot its activities due to COVID-19 restrictions in 2021. These restrictions, however, have not stopped the CLC from raising funds to support Philadelphia’s communities. This year, the CLC raised $3000 for Alex’s Lemonade
Carr & Duff Responds to Hurricane Ida During Labor Day Weekend
Thank you to all the Carr & Duff, Inc. personnel who responded to storm restoration and emergency calls throughout the Labor Day holiday weekend. Carr & Duff line crews have been assisting with storm restoration efforts from Hurricane Ida and
Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
On Thursday, September 9, 2021, President Biden issued two Executive Orders regarding COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements for federal workers and federal contractors, as well as more details of the White House’s COVID-19 Action Plan. Here, we will elaborate on the Executive
GBCA Staff Night at the Phillies
On September 10, 2021, the staff of GBCA gathered with families, friends, and special guests for a fun night together at the Phillies!
Philadelphia COVID-19 Protocols Clarification for Construction Workers in Healthcare and Higher Education
On August 13, 2021, the City of Philadelphia mandated that workers in healthcare and higher education be vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 15. Since then, the City has shared with GBCA the following clarification for construction workers: The college/university vaccine
Contractors Tackle Worker Suicides, Mental Health Stigma
For National Suicide Prevention Week, Construction Dive looked at what contractors across the US are doing to promote healthy work environments and support for construction workers. The article features Todd Lofgren, Executive Vice President and General Manager of GBCA member