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Member News
JACKCRETE, a Hampton Roads based polyurethane foam contractor, was entering the competition with an impressive project at The Midtown Tunnel on interstate 264 connecting the cities of Portsmouth and Norfolk in Hampton Roads, Virginia. The tunnel system was showing signs of water infiltration along the eastbound approach where the bridge structure began the descent into the underwater tunnel. Seawater would leak through this massive concrete infrastructure resulting in saltwater gathering in the roadway as motorist approached the tunnel opening, causing commuters to splash the cars behind them with water. While not a hazard during the summertime, the risk present in winter was very apparent- stagnant water on the approach could freeze, leaving motorists at risk.
Provided by: Virginia Business - January 2, 2018
January 10, 2018
Crossover Healthcare Ministry, a free clinic serving the families of the working poor in Central Virginia. Our vision is to ensure a healthy, vibrant community. We know that the business climate is competitive and employers face tough economic realities. Many companies want to, but, are unable to assist their employees and contractors with health insurance, this is where CrossOver comes in. New General Contractor Member New Subcontractor Member New Subcontractor Member New Service/Supplier Member New Service/Supplier Member
Industry News
At the winter board meeting in January, AGC’s board heard in detail about the Virginia BEST program. For over an hour Scott Sutton of WM Jordan and Arlene Lee of R.E. Lee answered questions from Board members and attendees. They spoke of their experience and lessons learned when going through the program. Virginia BEST is designed to encourage and recognize AGCVA members who voluntarily implement highly effective safety and health management systems to benefit construction workers and reduce or eliminate injuries, illnesses and fatalities on construction sites in Virginia. Many questions were answered and as a result, five AGC members have submitted their intent to go through the process. In addition, Scott Sutton was able to get the green light to open the program up to Subcontractor members of AGC. This is a big step and companies who go through Virginia BEST will be safer, more profitable and will considered best in class by others. Each applicant is matched with an AGC member who serves as a mentor to help you walk through the process. You may take the self-assessment here. Each company needs to achieve a 33% to achieve level 1. There are three levels to go through the process. Due to the high interest on Virginia BEST, AGC will be holding Q & A sessions in each district for interested companies. To learn more contact: Gordon Dixon gordon@agcva.org or look up more details on the AGC website: AGCVA Virginia BEST
The Virginia Legislature is in the 60 day Session which is scheduled to end in early March. With a new Governor and Lt. Governor and almost a 1/3 of new legislators in the House, there is a lot of work that is needed to explain issues in enough detail so citizen legislators understand all sides of an issue. AGCVA’s Legislative Committee, comprised of member volunteers from every district with General Contractors and Subcontractors providing input, meet weekly to go over bills, hear specific updates (details of bills often change daily) and send emails or calls to legislators on AGCVA’s positions. Many AGC districts hold legislative forums or receptions in the summer where we can build the relationship with our local officials that effort pays off during the Session. We also have a lobbyist, Katie Payne of Williams Mullen who is constantly tracking down not just legislators but other lobbyists to help move bills into more construction friendly positions. Finally, our CEO, Gordon Dixon, is often at the legislature discussing bills in more detail with legislators and their staff or providing testimony when Katie is in another hearing. AGC is advocating for two key issues this year: HB 823 and SB 319 will ensure General Contractors are not forced to waive their lien rights. Subcontractors won that ability in 2015 and we are continuing that practice in Virginia for General Contractors. Another key issue (HB 1084) reduces Virginia’s Sovereign Immunity on statute of limitations for public construction contracts. Currently if you work on a university project, you are on the hook on defects for life. HB 1084 will set a statute of limitations to 5 years, which is what most states currently have. For a summary and status of issues AGC is tracking, click here. If you have questions about a specific issue, contact Gordon Dixon at gordon@agcva.org
Workforce Development
So what do you get when 30 architect and carpentry students, 4 instructors and counselors and 1 bus driver show up at a job site at 9:30 am on a VERY cold morning? SUCCESS!
Provided by: Virginia Business - January 18, 2018 At a news conference led by Del. Matthew James (D-Portsmouth), the lawmakers discussed several bills relating to workforce development and job creation in Virginia. “Our No. 1 goal for this 60-day legislative session is to help improve the lives of all Virginians,” James said. “We’re here to help people get better jobs; we’re here to help small businesses get skilled workers.” Safety
ATTENTION General Contractors & Subcontractors
May 7-11, 2018
According to OSHA, falls from portable ladders are one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities and injuries. NIOSH reports that more than 500,000 people in the US are treated for ladder injuries every year and about 300 people die EVERY YEAR from ladder-related injuries. OSHA General Industry Standard 1910.23(b)(9) states that the employer must ensure that ladders are inspected before initial use in each work shift, and more frequently as necessary, to identify any visible defects that could cause employee injury. Calendar & Events
PROJECT MANAGEMENT – MODULE 1-5 This course will help early-career project managers gain awareness of how accurate cost information is critical to the success of the company through an understanding of different types of estimates, the link between design, estimating and project costs, and the importance of documentation and formatting.
A unique opportunity to partner with DGS leadership Our Purpose: ACE Virginia, a joint venture of the American Institute of Architects, Associated General Contractors & American Council of Engineering Companies of VA (AIAVA, AGCVA & ACECVA), offers opportunities to educate and promote best practices of the design and construction industry to our members, owners and developers (both public and private) and the general public.
Complete Program Being Offered Take a single unit, or complete them all and qualify for a professional credential in Lean Construction. Lean Construction is driven to minimize costs and maximize value on each project completed, challenging all stakeholders to develop and apply better ways to manage the overall construction process. Everyone related to the construction process has incentive to get the project done faster and at a lower cost — from the project owners who want to see tangible results for their investment to designers and contractors who want to do their job well and move on to the next project. |
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