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In this episode of ConstructorCast, host Max Nelson is joined by key members of the carbon reduction taskforce Myrrh Caplan from Skanska USA, Joe Rozza from Ryan Companies, and AGC’s own Melinda Tomaino. They delve into the creation and significance of the AGC Decarbonization Playbook, discussing its formation, key drivers, content, and expected outcomes. Learn about the collaborative efforts behind the playbook, the challenges and solutions in carbon reporting, and the future of decarbonization in the construction industry. Guests:Myrrh Caplan | National Vice President – Sustainability | Skanskawww.skanska.com Joe Rozza | Chief Sustainability Officer | Ryan Companieswww.ryancompanies.com Melinda Tomaino |…
Construction employment rose in 218, or 61 percent, of 358 metro areas between April 2023 and April 2024, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials noted that construction employment is growing in fewer metro areas than earlier this year, but said demand remains strong enough in much of the country that many contractors continue to struggle to find enough workers. “Job gains were less widespread in the latest 12 months than earlier in 2024 as homebuilders and developers throttled back,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “However, with demand surging for…
On May 22, the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works passed the AGC-backed Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA 2024). The bipartisan WRDA 2024 bill will help ensure that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Civil Works Program is appropriately responsive to the water resources needs identified by local communities. Specifically, the bill authorizes 81 feasibility studies and the construction of 8 new or modified projects. WRDA 2024 invests in our harbors and inland waterways, which helps to ensure construction materials make it to the jobsite in a timely manner. The water infrastructure bill permanently adjusts the inland waterways…
The AGC Labor and Employment Law Council held its 39th Annual Construction Labor Law Symposium on May 2-3, 2024, in Washington, DC. The Council is a network of attorneys who regularly represent AGC members and chapters in labor and employment matters. It holds an annual continuing legal education symposium such attorneys and for chapter labor staff. Symposium participants heard presentations on the following topics: The program also featured a presentation by guest speaker Richard Bock, head of the National Labor Relations Board’s Division of Advice, and a “fireside chat” with Jessica Looman, administrator of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour…
Addresses Legal Developments and Emerging Issues, Including Virtual Work Environments The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently published final guidance on harassment in the workplace, “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace.” By providing this resource on the legal standards and employer liability applicable to harassment claims under the federal employment discrimination laws enforced by the EEOC, the EEOC intends to help people feel safe on the job and assist employers in creating respectful workplaces. The new guidance addresses federal laws that protect covered employees from harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical…
16 Additional Federally Funded Projects Designated The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently announced that it is scaling up its Mega Construction Project (Megaproject) Program by designating 16 additional federally funded construction projects as megaprojects. OFCCP launched the Megaproject Program in March 2023. Megaprojects are large federal construction projects valued at $35 million or more – some part of which must be federal funding – and that last more than one year. For the 16 newly designated megaprojects, OFCCP partnered with the Department of Commerce, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, Department of Transportation and U.S.…
Looking to tackle your biggest construction HR & workforce challenges? There’s no better place than AGC of America’s Construction HR & Workforce Conference! After a successful conference in 2023, we’re once again combining the best elements of a few AGC events to facilitate even better conversations between folks in construction HR & workforce development. Interested? Check out the event details below and start planning your conference experience! Where: Grand Hyatt Denver When: October 20-22, 2024 Registration Rates: Before July 19 (Members Only): $699 | After July 19 (Members): $835 | Non-Members: $989 The Construction HR & Workforce Conference will focus on the intersection…
AGC’s Highway, Transportation and Utility Infrastructure Construction Conference is the industry’s premier annual conference that focuses on the most critical issues and topics facing the industry today and in the future. This meeting will bring together contractors, owners and key industry constituents involved in every aspect of highway, bridge, transit, airport runway, rail, and utility infrastructure construction for a three day-long program focusing on industry trends, best practices, and preparation for upcoming technological advances that will transform the way you work. The conference will take place at the tropical Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort in Bonita Springs, FL. You’ll have the opportunity to relax…
In this crucial video, we dive into the challenges faced by highway work zone crews and the importance of safety awareness for all drivers. From distracted driving incidents to aggressive behaviors, our dedicated workers endure numerous hazards while striving to improve our roads. Discover the steps being taken by the AGC of Vermont, such as implementing automated speed enforcement programs, to enhance safety and reduce accidents in work zones. Learn why it’s vital to see beyond the cones and barriers and recognize the people working to make your commute safer and more efficient.
This law imposes reporting requirements that raise privacy issues and noncompliance penalties. This week, AGC and other business groups coordinated by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Legal Center jointly filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in support of small business plaintiffs in this case (the National Small Business Association—NSBA), which argues that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is unconstitutional because it regulates beyond Congress’ legislative powers. The law requires small businesses that file for incorporation through their state to report to the Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) sensitive identifying…