Submit your best projects completed in 2024 within the state of Texas for one of our region's most prestigious awards. Application instructions and guidelines may be found here. Winners will be announced in mid-March and will be celebrated at our 2025 Distinguished Building Awards Recognition Night on Thursday, April 24 at the Fort Worth Zoo.
 
DEADLINE: THIS FRIDAY, Jan. 31 at 5 p.m. CT

Each year, university students in construction programs travel to DFW to showcase their skills and connect with TEXO member companies about career opportunities. Students participate in four divisions: commercial, design-build, heavy civil, and concrete solutions. Teams are challenged with quick turn-around bid proposals and in-person presentations. This event gives industry professionals valuable face time with ambitious students and future recruits, and several sponsorships are still available to support the next generation of construction pros. 

 

WHEN: Monday, Feb. 17 | 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.
WHERE: Hurst Conference Center | 1601 Campus Dr, Hurst, TX 76054 

TEXO and AIA Dallas are delighted to welcome the leader of FMI's Research and Analytics Practice, Jay Bowman, to present a state and national economic overview for 2025.

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 29 | 7:30-10 a.m.

WHERE: Humphrey & Associates | 1501 Luna Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006

This course is intended for individuals that will be performing or are engaging in flagger duties on construction projects. The course will assist them in better understanding the importance and duties involved with flagging on a project.
 
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 30 | 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Training Room | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76104

B4 you miss out, stamp your name on the winner's list and register now to join the lovely ladies of TEXO Women in Construction's Bingo & Bags night. This New Year networking event will feature rolling rounds of bingo games starting at 5:00pm with prizes, drinks, and small bites. 

 

Just looking to build connections? No problem - all are welcome, no bingo required! Be sure to register early to save money as well as your spot!

 

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 30 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Scott + Reid General Contractors Office | 15207 Addison Rd, Addison, TX 75001

This returning series is dedicated to essential skills and knowledge for the next generation of builders, offering a unique opportunity to advance learning, development, exposure and comprehension of crucial design and building elements. Join us to explore key building components, engage with trade partners and network with peers.
 
MONTHLY TOPIC: Electrical 101
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 3-5 p.m.
WHERE: Humphrey & Associates | 1501 Luna Rd Ste. 100, Carrollton, TX 75006

The 2025 TEXO Board of Directors would like to invite you to a New Member and Potential Member Meet & Greet next Wednesday, Feb. 5. This afternoon session is open to anyone interested in learning more about TEXO, what we have to offer and how to get more involved. We hope you will join us and stay for the complimentary happy hour!
 
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 3-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Office | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76014

This is an instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrive. Skills covered in this course include first aid for sudden illnesses, injuries and protection from blood-borne pathogens, choking relief and sudden cardiac arrest for adults. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory or other requirements.
 
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 7 | 8 a.m. – noon
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Training Room | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76014

Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, bonding professionals and other construction professionals are invited to join us as we learn how - in today’s challenging economy - construction companies must to do:
 • Get paid for the materials and services they provide.
 • Pay only once for the materials and services they receive.
 • Know what Texas laws protect its interests.
 • Have the legal tools to necessary to succeed.
 
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 13 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Office | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76014

The two-day TEXO OSHA 10 Hour course serves as an orientation to occupational safety and health for workers covered by OSHA 29 CFR 1926. Workers must receive additional training on the specific hazards of the job when required by OSHA standards. After completing the course, participants are mailed an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach wallet-sized card.
 
WHEN: Feb. 13-14 | 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Training Room | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76014

Don't miss out on all the discounts that ABC National offers to you as a member of TEXO! ABC Members received more than $35 million in savings in 2019.

AGC's membership discount programs provide members access to high-quality services, cutting-edge technology and top-of-the-line products. From discounts on vehicles to office supplies to cloud-based construction-management solutions, AGC has partnered with some of the best to give you the most for your money and improve your daily business operations.