Associated General Contractors of America

Gilbane Building Company Recognized with Regional Best Project

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company was recently awarded 2023 Regional Best Project - Office/Retail/Mixed-Use by ENR Texas & Louisiana for Hines Global Headquarters located in Texas Tower.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company was recently awarded 2023 Regional Best Project - Office/Retail/Mixed-Use by ENR Texas & Louisiana for Hines Global Headquarters located in Texas Tower.
  • "We know how fantastic this project is, and to be recognized for our hard work is extremely rewarding."
  • "The entire team was honored to win Regional Best Project," Ryan Shults, Project Manager at Gilbane Building Company, said.
  • "We know how fantastic this project is, and to be recognized for our hard work is extremely rewarding."

78 Percent of Civil Contractors Expect Project Backlog to Increase or Remain the Same as Infrastructure Funding Kicks in, New Study by AGC and Procore Finds

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

And 78% of firms expect that backlog to grow or remain level during the next twelve months.

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  • And 78% of firms expect that backlog to grow or remain level during the next twelve months.
  • And 78% of firms expect that backlog to grow or remain level during the next twelve months.
  • Notably, 60% of the most influential success factors identified by civil and infrastructure builders were linked to workforce considerations.
  • To learn more about how civil and infrastructure organizations are building today, download the report here .

Jordan Foster Construction Named in Top 10 of America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

This week, EHS Today honored Jordan Foster Construction (Jordan Foster), a leading general contractor in the State of Texas, as one of the 2023 America’s Safest Companies.

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  • This week, EHS Today honored Jordan Foster Construction (Jordan Foster), a leading general contractor in the State of Texas, as one of the 2023 America’s Safest Companies.
  • Being named in the top 10 of America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today is a true testament to the safety systems we commit to in all of our projects in every market we serve.
  • Jordan Foster is joined by nine other Class of 2023 America’s Safest Companies.
  • I am thrilled that Jordan Foster has been recognized with this honor as one of the Top 10 Safest Companies in the U.S. by EHS Today,” said Darren Woody, President and CEO of Jordan Foster.

CPL Welcomes Ryan Daniels to Lead Healthcare Efforts in Florida

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

In this pivotal role, he will facilitate CPL's expansion into the Florida healthcare market to address regional gaps in service and expertise.

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  • In this pivotal role, he will facilitate CPL's expansion into the Florida healthcare market to address regional gaps in service and expertise.
  • Drawing from experience spanning two decades, Daniels will enhance CPL's healthcare practice and assemble a FL team.
  • Counted among his noteworthy clients are Moffitt Cancer Center , AdventHealth , Lakeland Regional Health , Baptist Health Jax , BJC HealthCare and the Mercy healthcare system.
  • CPL looks forward to bringing Daniels' unique blend of design vision and extensive industry healthcare knowledge to clients in Florida and across the country.

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. Kicks Off Craft Appreciation Week

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Monday, August 28, 2023

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. , one of the nation’s premier construction companies and largest self-performing builders, is dedicating this week to celebrating the firm’s craft professional workforce.

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  • McCarthy Holdings, Inc. , one of the nation’s premier construction companies and largest self-performing builders, is dedicating this week to celebrating the firm’s craft professional workforce.
  • McCarthy employs a broad range of craft professionals, including carpenters, equipment operators, laborers, foremen, plumbers, pipefitters, electricians, ironworkers, millwrights and more.
  • In spring 2023 McCarthy opened its Innovation and Craft Workforce Center in Chandler, Ariz., a multifunctional facility dedicated to McCarthy craft and trade partner training, and to support the development of the region’s future construction trade workforce.
  • “We’re excited to open their eyes to the possibilities.”
    For more information on careers at McCarthy for craft professionals, visit mccarthy.com/careers/craft-professionals .

Carolinas AGC Honors Construction Leaders

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolinas AGC proudly announces the CAGC 2023 Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame Legacy winners .

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolinas AGC proudly announces the CAGC 2023 Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame Legacy winners .
  • These winners—two who have left incredible legacies on our industry, and five who are still paving the way for future leaders to follow—embody the skill, integrity, and responsibility that Carolinas AGC and the Associated General Contractors stand for.
  • These prestigious awards honor individuals, including those who have passed, who are making or made extraordinary contributions over their careers to Carolinas AGC, the construction industry, and the community they serve.
  • Carolinas AGC (CAGC) is a construction trade association made up of contractors and construction-related firms that perform work in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Granite’s Pacific Northwest Region Recognized by AGC Washington at Build Washington Awards

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Granite (NYSE:GVA) received multiple awards from the Associated General Contractors of Washington (AGCW) at this year’s Build Washington Awards.

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) received multiple awards from the Associated General Contractors of Washington (AGCW) at this year’s Build Washington Awards.
  • Granite’s Pacific Northwest Region was recognized for three awards: Construction Excellence Award - Highway/Transportation Under $5M for the Grape Drive Intersection Safety Improvements Project, Construction Excellence Award - Highway/Transportation $15M-$50M for the Padden Creek Fish Passage Design-Build Project, and Safety Excellence in the General Contractor Highway/Civil Over 500,000 Worker Hours.
  • On May 18th, members of the Pacific Northwest team gathered at the Seattle Museum of Flight to celebrate and received the awards on behalf of our team.
  • It was part of the Washington State Department of Transportation's Collision Reduction and Prevention program.

Making an Economic Impact

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

With Cedarville University spending more than $21 million this summer on its long list of projects, it is becoming a major economic generator in the Miami Valley and statewide.

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  • With Cedarville University spending more than $21 million this summer on its long list of projects, it is becoming a major economic generator in the Miami Valley and statewide.
  • These projects total an economic impact of $37 million and represent Cedarville's investment in its students and the growth of the university.
  • While construction on college campuses indicates growth, it also provides a significant economic boost to the local and state economies.
  • Construction is a known entity to contribute economic growth, both locally and nationally.

Applied Software's New Contest Seeks to Propel Students into Careers in Sustainable Construction

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Monday, May 1, 2023

ATLANTA, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Applied Software, GRAITEC Group, a leading systems integrator in the AEC, construction, and manufacturing industries, launched today a new scholarship award and essay contest to encourage high school students to explore careers in sustainable construction.

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  • ATLANTA, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Applied Software, GRAITEC Group, a leading systems integrator in the AEC, construction, and manufacturing industries, launched today a new scholarship award and essay contest to encourage high school students to explore careers in sustainable construction.
  • "This contest will appeal to not only students already interested in a related field, but we're also aiming at introducing opportunities in design, construction, sustainability, and building management to students who've never considered it."
  • Students submitting entries must simply be curious, define a challenge, and provide creative suggestions on how it might be solved.
  • More details including entry guidelines and terms and conditions can be found at the contest website: https://asti.com/high-school-sustainability-essay-contest/

Millis Development and Construction Recognized as One of Nation's Safest Construction Companies

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

The prestigious AGC-WTW Construction Safety Excellence Awards recognized Millis Construction for their unwavering commitment to the highest level of construction safety and health programs in 2022.

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  • The prestigious AGC-WTW Construction Safety Excellence Awards recognized Millis Construction for their unwavering commitment to the highest level of construction safety and health programs in 2022.
  • Chad Millis, CEO of Millis Development and Construction, said, "We are honored to receive this award and be recognized as one of the safest construction companies in the country.
  • "We congratulate Millis Development and Construction for their exceptional achievement in construction safety and health," said Dan Fordice, President of the Associated General Contractors of America.
  • "By recognizing companies like Millis Development and Construction, we are promoting the importance of safety and health within the construction industry."