EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

You're not going to want to miss out on AGC Houston's professional development programs! These courses are intended for the following construction professionals: Superintendents, Project Engineers, Project Managers, Accounting Staff, Project Support Staff, Project Executives, Business Development, Technology Support Staff and more! Please click here for more information.

FEBRUARY 

24 - March 24: BIM Education Program Units 1-4 - Virtual Option

MARCH
8 - 24: Construction Supervision Fundamentals - Virtual Option 

15 - 31: Essentials of Field Management: Core & Shell 

18: Texas Lien Laws 

18: Advanced Texas Lien Laws

29 - May 12: Lean Construction Education Units 1-7 - Virtual Option

APRIL
4 - 7: Supervisory Training Program Unit 1: Leadership & Motivation 

12: Conceptual Planning and Scheduling - Virtual Edition

12 - 26: Essentials of Field Management: Finishes & Building Systems

26 - May 24: Intro to Construction Plan Reading & Specification Documents

Upcoming Safety Classes

AGC Houston is proud to partner with the The Region VI OSHA Education Center at The University of Texas at Arlington. The OSHA Education Center at The University of Texas at Arlington is the top-ranked OSHA Training Institute Education Center in the country.

View the full list of OSHA UT-A courses here.

FEBRUARY

21 - 24: OSHA #511 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY

28 - March 3: OSHA #3095 ELECTRICAL STANDARDS

MARCH

7 - 10: OSHA #2045 MACHINERY AND MACHINE GUARDING STANDARDS

7 - 10: OSHA #501 TRAINER COURSE IN OSHA STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY

9 - 10: OSHA 10-HOUR

14 - 17: ATP 191 SAFETY AND HEALTH AUTHORIZED TRAINER

14 - 17: OSHA #510 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION

15 - 17: OSHA #3115 FALL PROTECTION

21 - 23: OSHA #502 UPDATE FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY OUTREACH TRAINERS 

21 - 24: OSHA #511 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY

23 - 25: OSHA #503 UPDATE FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY OUTREACH TRAINERS

28 - 31: OSHA #2015 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

28 - 31: OSHA #500 TRAINER COURSE IN OSHA STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION

AGC Houston Hosts Annual Advocacy Sporting Clays Tournament 

On February 8, 2022, with the support of the AGC Sporting Clays Event Committee, more than 240 novice shooters and marksmen participated in a tournament at the Greater Houston Gun Club. Many thanks to our sponsors, volunteers and to the teams that helped sell out the tournament, which benefits the Legislative Advocacy Fund.

Additionally, huge thanks to Rep. Tom Oliverson, Rep. Lacey Hull, Rep. Dennis Paul and Rep. Ed Thompson for attending the event.

If you enjoyed this event, save the date for next year! The 2023 Advocacy Sporting Clays Tournament will be February 7 at the Greater Houston Gun Club. 

Please click here for event photos, winners and sponsors.

AGC Houston's Construction Leadership Council Hosts Educational Fieldtrip & Happy Hour at Pieper-Houston Electric, LP

On February 10, 2022, the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) gathered at Pieper-Houston Electric, LP, for an educational field trip and happy hour. At the event, construction professionals were able to see Pieper-Houston Electric's BIM and LEAN principals in action and got to tour their shop. Huge thanks to Pieper-Houston Electric, LP, for hosting the event! 

Please click here for event photos.

 Get the Most Out of Your Membership With Orientation AGC 

On February 16, 2022, AGC Houston hosted it's first Orientation AGC of the year! Orientation AGC is a great way to learn about AGC Houston, network and get the most out of your membership. Huge thanks to everyone who attended the event.

AGC Houston Hosts Distinguished Speaker Series Benefiting the Patrick J. Kiley Education in Leadership Scholarship Fund

On February 17, 2022, AGC Houston hosted it's second of six distinguished speaker breakfasts, featuring keynote speaker Doug Lawson, Ph.D. Lawson currently serves as Senior Vice President, Divisional Operations, and Chief Executive Officer of CHI at St. Luke's Health. 

The AGC Houston Distinguished Speaker Series consists of six-session breakfasts featuring speakers from a variety of different fields, all of which benefit the Patrick J. Kiley Education in Leadership Scholarship fund. Huge thanks to everyone who attended the event. 

Sign Up Today for the AGC 2022 Convention

The AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes the opportunity to gain business-critical insights into the issues most affecting their operations. From risk management to safety on the jobsite to the latest in project management solutions, AGC brings together experts from across the industry to share their knowledge and help prepare contractors to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. 

And no time is better than now to prepare your company for the challenges (and opportunities) facing our industry as we collectively emerge from the pandemic, grapple with economic uncertainty, and navigate the legislative and regulatory policies of the new administration. 

Experience for yourself how the AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes and markets the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage, to help protect key business interests, make important industry connections, and to prepare for industry disruptions. Click here to register today. 

Are you part of the Construction Leadership Council? Sign up for CLC Day.

Happening Tuesday, March 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., this one-day program will provide CLC or Young Constructor Forum (YCF) participants from any of AGC’s 89 Chapters to experience the AGC Annual Convention, participate in CLC-focused programming and education, and make connections with emerging leaders from across the industry and around the country.

Registration for the AGC Convention CLC Day is just $175 for active CLC or YCF members.

To register for this program, please contact Charlene Anthony at charlene.a@agchouston.org

Mark Your Calendar!

APRIL

1 - 2: 30th Annual BBQ Cook-Off 

MAY

19: CLC Poker Tournament - SAVE THE DATE! 

AGC Members Saved Over $24 Million Last Year Using AGC Member Discount Programs 

AGC's Membership Discount Program's 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.

When it comes to your company's bottom-line, your membership in AGC pays dividends. These value added discounts will give you the competitive advantage over your competition.

AGC Houston Announces New – and Improved – Health Program

The Associated General Contractors Houston Chapter Plan Offers:

• Wellness (Includes programs such as UnitedHealthcare Motion®, Real Appeal® and Rally®)
• Significant member discounts
• Multiple plan designs and options available
• Discounted ancillary programs
• Virtual visits

AGC Houston is excited to offer its member companies the Associated General Contractors Houston Chapter Plan in partnership with UnitedHealthcare. The new program will provide AGC members with the opportunity to choose from a broad selection of significantly discounted plans to meet their company's respective needs. Customization and flexibility for each member company is one of the benefits of the program.

Companies involved in most aspects of the construction industry are eligible for a proposal. To participate, contact our plan partner, The Stevenson Group, and they will guide you through the enrollment and underwriting process if you are interested in the program.

For More Information, Contact:
Brian Stevenson
Phone: 281-371-6061
Email: brian@thebcsg.com

S&B Systems, LLC
11811 North Fwy, Suite 490
Houston, TX 77060
Phone: (281) 570-6582
Website: https://sandbsystems.com/

KASK America, Inc.
301 W. Summit Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28203
Phone: (704) 960-4581
Website: https://www.kask.com/

Trade Management
10665 Shadow Wood Drive
Houston, TX 77044
Phone: (713) 339-2092
Website: https://www.trade-mgmt.com/

RAE Security 
7102 W Sam Houston Parkway, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77040
Phone: (713) 589-2594
Website: https://www.raesecurity.com/

Harvey Builders
3663 Briarpark Drive, Suite 101
Houston, TX 77042
Phone: (713) 783-8710
Website: https://www.harveycleary.com/

Billd
2700 W Anderson Lane, Suite 206
Austin, TX 78757
Phone: (512) 270-4805
Website: https://billd.com/

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc.
9990 Richmond Ave., Suite 300
Houston, TX 77042
Phone: (713) 914-0888
Website: https://www.dbrinc.com/

StallionRents
950 Corbindale Road, Suite 400
Houston, TX 77024
Phone: (833) 736-8747
Website: https://www.stallionrents.com/