Master the Pre-Construction Process
Many organizations absentmindedly rush their way through the preconstruction process. Planning at this stage should be less about getting through project strategies as tasks to be completed quickly, and more about devolving a plan for operating as a foundation of
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE MEMORIAL DAY 2019
Our collective bargaining agreements provide for the following with respect to the observance of Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2019.Carpenters, Cement Masons, Plasterers, Laborers, Drywall Finishers & RodsettersNot a paid holiday. If worked, Double-Time.Operating EngineersPaid Holiday. Employees employed on a
GBCA Member Spotlight: May 20, 2019
In 1974, Wayman Fire Protection was founded on the most important principle for achieving success: Learn what customers need and meet or exceed those needs with quality service and products. Their focus has not changed over the years, and that
GBCA Members Stand Down for Safety
May 6-10 was National Construction Safety Week and OSHA’s National Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. Fatalities caused by falls from elevations continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees. These stand down events served to
Sponsor CHAD’s Annual Gala Champagne Breakfast
Charter High School for Architecture and Design’s (CHAD) Annual Gala Champagne Breakfast is on Wednesday, June 26th this year. CHAD was founded as a Legacy project during the AIA National Convention in Philadelphia in 1999. This event is a critical
Turner Construction Company Gives Back on Founders’ Day
Every year, as a celebration of Turner Construction Company’s founding on May 3, volunteers from around the world roll up their sleeves and get together to participate in community service projects. By partnering with local and global organizations, Turner’s employees
Geppert Bros Demolishes Former Subaru Headquarters
Demolition has begun on the 33-year-old, seven-story office building in Cherry Hill. Geppert Bros., Inc. is performing the demolition.The 115,000 square foot structure at 2235 W. Marlton Pike has stood vacant ever since Subaru moved its US headquarters into a
Greg Laska named to NACC Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council
Graboyes Commercial Window Company is pleased to announce that its director of operations, Greg Laska, was named recently to the North American Contractor Certification (NACC) Committee for the Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council (AGMCC). The committee is responsible for
Walnut Street Theatre Expansion to Break Ground in 2020
Philadelphia's Walnut Street Theatre has unveiled its $39 million expansion plan, set to begin groundbreaking in spring 2020 with a completion date scheduled for 2022. The project will be built by INTECH Construction.The centerpiece of the 36,000 square-foot expansion project
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: May 13, 2019
In May, GBCA will continue providing resources in support of OSHA’s Focus Four Campaign. This month, the focus is on fall protection. Click below to download Toolbox Talks on avoiding falls in the job site: We have two Toolbox Talks