Welcome New GBCA Members
On October 22, 2020, GBCA’s Board of Directors welcomed six new members! Please join us in welcoming the following new members: ASSOCIATE MEMBERS I.B. Abel., Inc. Maho Construction LLC MEG Glass Inc. P & R Masonry Restoration, Inc. Stuart Dean
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: COVID-19: The Chain of Infection
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses the chain of infection and how diseases such as COVID-19 spread. This toolbox talk works to explain how COVID-19 response and recommended safety protocols are designed, and why they should work (Updated November 11,
Keep Job Sites Safe in the Event of Civil Unrest
We have all heard discussions on a national level concerning the potential for unrest on Election Day, or in the aftermath. Like with any major event, it is important that we ensure that our job sites are safe and secure.
Aramark Global HQ Receives LEED Certification
Aramark announced on October 30, 2020, that its global headquarters office space, located at 2400 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has received LEED Silver certification, by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), for its sustainable workspace design and construction. The
CLC Coffee Chat with Ed DeAngelis of EDA Contractors
On October 29, GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council hosted a virtual Coffee Chat with Ed DeAngelis, Founder of EDA Contractors, Inc. This informal meeting provided GBCA’s young construction professionals an opportunity to hear from an experienced construction executive, and to ask
2020 CEA Spotlight: Best Demolition Project
Award Presenter: Casey Kehoe, Revolution Recovery Congratulations to LF Driscoll, winner of the 2020 Construction Excellence Award for Best Demolition Project for the Abington Hospital Woodland Parking Garage project! Other GBCA members involved in the project include: Geppert
2020 CEA Spotlight: Best Cultural Institution Project
Award Presenter: Mary Kate Radomski, Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Congratulations to LF Driscoll, winner of the 2020 Construction Excellence Award for Best Cultural Institution Project for the Villanova University John and Joan Mullen Center for the
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: COVID-19: Face Coverings
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses wearing face coverings correctly. In Philadelphia, all construction workers are required to wear masks unless they are in the act of eating or drinking. Not wearing masks correctly can result in a $2000 fine
Competent Person for Safety at Heights Training
Med-Tex Services is hosting a 2-day training for supervisors, managers, and safety professionals. Attendees who successfully complete the training, comprised of three courses, will receive an MSA Safety at Heights Certificate. Competent Person for Safety at Heights Date: November 18
PBJ Spotlights the 2020 Construction Excellence Awards
This month, GBCA’s 2020 Construction Excellence Awards winners will be featured on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s website. VISIT THE PBJ 2020 CEA WEBSITE The Philadelphia Business Journal will also publish a special print insert spotlighting the winners. Thanks