Shoemaker Construction Co. Receives CMAA Award
The Butz Family of Companies, consisting of Alexander Building Construction Co., Alvin H. Butz, Inc. and Shoemaker Construction Co., received two 2019 Construction Management Association of America Mid-Atlantic Chapter Project of the Year Awards. The Philadelphia Housing Authority Headquarters at
AGC and Autodesk Construction Workforce Survey
AGC of America is seeking help from its membership to help accurately report on the state of qualified workforce levels in the construction industry. Nation-wide, reports of increased construction and record-low levels of unemployment for construction workers are spreading. AGC
Challenges to Lean Construction Survey
Lean Construction practices are growing in popularity – at least in theory. Many contractors struggle to implement Lean Construction in their projects, or flat our resist using the principles. The Associated General Contractors of America Lean Construction Forum Steering Committee
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Water. Rest. Shade
The weather in Philadelphia is still hot and humid. Watch this video from GBCA Member Med-Tex Services, Inc., and check out an OSHA toolbox talk on Protecting Yourself in the Sun and a reference card for supervisors about Protecting Workers
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Effects of Weather on Portable Ladder Safety
Different types of weather such as heat, direct sunlight, and thunderstorms, affect the efficacy and the safety of construction equipment. This week’s toolbox talk from OSHA talks discusses the Effects of Weather on Portable Ladder Safety. Potentially Hazardous Effects
GBCA Member Spotlight: TBS Services, Inc.
TBS Services, Inc. has been providing specialized architectural consulting services since its inception in 1996. The firm’s primary focus is the design and evaluation of building enclosure systems. For existing buildings, TBS provides clients with assessment, investigation, analysis, and rehabilitation
Emotional Intelligence and Construction at the 2019 Leadership Development Conference
GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council is proud to host AGC of America’s 2019 Leadership Development Conference in Philadelphia, September 11-13! This 2-day conference brings together emerging construction leaders from across the US. In addition to seminars on current construction issues and
Impacts of Diversity in Construction at the 2019 Leadership Development Conference
GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council is proud to host AGC of America’s 2019 Leadership Development Conference in Philadelphia, September 11-13! This 2-day conference brings together emerging construction leaders from across the US. In addition to professional development workshops and networking opportunities,
Employment Opportunity: Programs Associate
GBCA is hiring! We are looking for a Programs Associate who provides operational, logistical, and administrative assistance for GBCA programs and events. This position also provides general office support as needed. This is an entry-level / early-career opportunity. Read the
Drones at the 2019 Leadership Development Conference
GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council is proud to host AGC of America’s 2019 Leadership Development Conference in Philadelphia, September 11-13! This 2-day conference brings together emerging construction leaders from across the US. In addition to professional development workshops and networking opportunities,