The Alexander Lauded for Its Craftsmanship
Inga Saffron, Architecture Critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer, wrote about her interest in and excitement for developments happening just north of the west side of Center City in her recent article, “These two new Philadelphia apartment buildings are civilizing the
GBCA Members to be Honored at the 25th Annual Preservation Achievement Awards
GBCA is proud to announce that several of its members are winners of The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia’s 2018 Preservation Achievement Awards. The awards honor individuals, organizations, structures, and spaces that contribute to the Philadelphia region’s unique character. GBCA
GBCA 2018 PAC Fundraiser
The GBCA PAC held its first event of the year on April 9, 2018 at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse. Attendees networked and discussed industry topics with members of City Council and labor leaders. GBCA President Benjamin Connors, Carpenters Joint
GBCA Member Spotlight: April 16, 2018
McGregor Industries, Inc. fabricates and installs tower stairs, monumental stairs and miscellaneous metals. Although, the company also produces metal columns, balconies, canopies and other structural components, McGregor is best known for stairs and railings. Most recently, McGregor has begun to
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: April 16, 2018
For the month of April, GBCA and OSHA are focusing conversations about construction safety around Struck-By Hazards. This month, we will be providing Toolbox Talks that will facilitate discussions about Struck-By Hazards.This week, we’re featuring 2 Toolbox Talks. Click below to
Dealing with Legalized Marijuana in the Construction Industry
The latest episode of The ConstructorCast by the Association of General Contractors of America (AGC), explores the issue of legalized marijuana consumption and what it means for the construction industry. Medical use of marijuana is legal in Pennsylvania, New Jersey,
CLC Hard Hat Tour and Happy Hour
Join GBCA's Construction Leadership Council on June 7, 2018 for a hard hat tour of Lincoln Square, followed by a networking happy hour at the Garage South Philly. Attendees will meet at the corner of Broad & Washington at no
CLC Volunteers for Philabundance
GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council (CLC) is proud to help Philabundance provide fresh, free produce to Philadelphians. On Friday, May 18, members of the CLC will be rescuing produce, helping Philabundance connect the region’s surplus produce with Philadelphians in need of healthy,
GBCA CLC Celebrates Phillies Opening Day Game Win
On Thursday, April 5, 2018, the GBCA Construction Leadership Council (CLC) hosted its annual Opening Day at Citizens Bank Park event. Not only was the game a sellout, but the Phillies beat the Miami Marlins – their first Opening Day
Growing Greater Philadelphia Radio Program Goes to Air
The first episode of the Growing Greater Philadelphia Radio Program aired on Friday, April 6. This program will air on 1210 WPHT Talk Radio on Fridays from 5:00am – 5:30am. The episodes are also available online and can be streamed