AGCVA eBulletin

Jay Gauldin of TBS Construction, Inc. has completed Certified Graduate Remodeler certification. Courses in the CGR curriculum are designed to emphasize business and project management skills as the key to a successful remodeling operation. The curriculum focuses on job cost procedures, accounting principles and basic contract law. 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=508497&issueID=61363 to view the full article online.

W.M. Jordan Company is proud to announce that we have been selected as the 2018 Engineering News Record (ENR) MidAtlantic Contractor of the Year. ENR is the leading publication for the engineering and construction industry. This announcement will be the lead feature in the August 2018 issue of the publication. This award reflects more than our success as a profitable company. It celebrates our culture of excellence, employee wellness and development, and giving back to our communities.  View the full ENR Article here. 

Visit https://www.wmjordan.com/w-m-jordan-selected-as-2018-enr-midatlantic-contractor-of-the-year/ to view the full article online.

Williams Mullen is pleased to announce that Elizabeth O. Rafferty has joined the firm as a director of government relations* in the Richmond office. Ms. Rafferty joins the firm’s Government Relations practice after serving as the policy and legislative director for the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD).  She also served as an advisor for community development in the Office of the Secretary of Commerce and Trade under Governor Terry McAuliffe.

Visit http://www.williamsmullen.com/news/williams-mullen-welcomes-elizabeth-rafferty-director-government-relations#.WxlzxuLE5_I.twitter to view the full article online.

The Virginia law firm of Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that Robert Chambliss (“Cham”) Light, Jr. has joined the firm’s Lynchburg office as of counsel. Light will practice with the Business Litigation team.

Visit https://www.gentrylocke.com/news/robert-chambliss-cham-light-jr-joins-gentry-locke-as-of-counsel/ to view the full article online.

The Virginia law firm of Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that Kelsey M. Martin has joined the firm’s Roanoke office as an associate. Kelsey will practice on the Employment & Labor team.

Visit https://www.gentrylocke.com/news/gentry-locke-welcomes-new-associate-kelsey-m-martin/ to view the full article online.

Congratulations to W.M. Jordan for celebrating 60 years of developing leaders, advancing innovation, and building community.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=509676&issueID=61363 to view the full article online.

BB&T Insurance Services, a subsidiary of BB&T Insurance Holdings, will begin doing business as McGriff Insurance Services on June 25, 2018. The new name comes from affiliate McGriff, Seibels & Williams, which provides property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, life and pension plans, financial services and surety products, as well as specialty insurance programs. BB&T Insurance Services of California and BridgeTrust Title are not included in this initial rebranding.

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/pdf/mcGriffPR.pdf to view the full article online.

_{Provided by: Virginia Business - June 13, 2018}
Construction is set to begin in August on a new medical office building at the former site of a garden center in Chesapeake.  Sussex Development will provide contracting services on the project. 

Visit http://www.virginiabusiness.com/news/article/332628?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily to view the full article online.

_{Provided by: Virginia Business - June 13, 2018}
Construction is expected to begin in a week on a new 193,424-square-foot residential facility at Norfolk State University.  Commonwealth Architects, S.B. Ballard Construction Co. and Niles Bolton Associates have teamed up to design and construct the project.  S.B. Ballard will be the design-build contractor, while the design team will consist of Commonwealth Architects and Niles Bolton Associates.

Visit http://www.virginiabusiness.com/news/article/332627?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily to view the full article online.

John Gregory of Gregory Construction in Manassas recently passed away at 96. Gregory Construction joined in AGCVA in 1959 and was a member for 56 years. John was a fine gentleman from a generation past, when class and character were important to the way of life.  He received the Virginia Gentleman’s award which was bestowed upon him at an AGC winter conference at the Homestead by then Governor George Allen.

John is survived by a sister and a brother, three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to one of the following:
The Flory Small Business Center https://www.florybusinesscenter.com/
The Freedom Museum http://freedommuseum.org/
The Lion’s Club International-Preserving Sight Foundation
https://www.lcif.org/EN/support-our-work/donate-now.php

Visit http://www.piercefh.com/obituaries/John-Gregory-11/#!/Obituary to view the full article online.

New General Contractor Member
NOVA District
Holder Construction Group, LLC
2325 Dulles Corner Blvd
Ste 1110
Herndon, VA 20171
Phone: (703) 796-4400
Contact: Tom Shumaker
Specialty: Construction & Renovation: Commercial, Construction & Renovation: Industrial, Construction & Renovation: Institutional

New General Contractor Member
Richmond District
Prestige Construction Group Inc
219 Turner Rd
North Chesterfield, VA 23225-6415
Phone: (804) 745-0000
Fax: (804) 745-1557
Contact: Ken Jones
Specialty: Design/Build, Construction & Renovation: Churches, Construction & Renovation: Commercial, Construction Management Administration, Historic Building Restoration
http://www.prestigeconstruction.com

New Subcontractor Member
Tidewater District
Beck Roofing Corporation
2434 Cromwell Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23509
Phone: (757) 473-9010
Fax: (757) 499-3722
Contact: Dan Beck
Specialty: Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors, Roofing Contractors
https://www.beckroofing.com/

New Service/Supplier Member
Richmond District
United Site Services
17655 Polish Town Rd
Barhamsville, VA 23011
Phone: (757) 778-0618
Fax: (757) 566-1879
Contact: Jeremy DeProspero
Specialty: Fencing: Installation & Repairs, Handwashing Stations, Office Trailers, Restroom Trailers, Roll-off Containers & Dumpsters, Toilets: Portable-Chemical
http://www.unitedsiteservices.com

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=508779&issueID=61363 to view the full article online.

                                                                                             Send Press Releases to sheila@agcva.org 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=509244&issueID=61363 to view the full article online.

_{AGCAm Data Digest Vol. 18, No. 22 · June 11-15, 2018}
Seasonally adjusted construction employment rose in 42 states and the District of Columbia year-over-year (y/y) from May 2017 to May 2018, declined in six states and was unchanged in Montana and Wyoming, an AGC analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data released today showed.

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/pdf/datadigest20180615.pdf to view the full article online.

_{Provided by: bizjournals.com - June 15, 2018}
Regulatory demands imposed by all levels of government add 32.1 percent on average to the price tag of a new multifamily project — costs inevitably passed on to renters once the building is complete, according to a new survey produced by a pair of homebuilder organizations.

The charges include fees, land dedication and the cost of complying with various mandates, like changes to building codes or development requirements “that go beyond the ordinary,” per the study released by The National Association of Home Builders and the National Multifamily Housing Council. The full report is available here.

Visit https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2018/06/15/regulation-adding-more-than-30-percent-to-new.html to view the full article online.

July 20-22, 2018
NEW LOCATION   The Greenbrier
White Sulphur Springs, WV
Board Meeting: Saturday, July 21 at 9:00 am
Call The Greenbrier for AGCVA room block reservations: 855.453.4858 

Visit https://agcva.org/whats-new/calendar/#id=10990&cid=553&wid=801 to view the full article online.

Another SOLD OUT ACE Forum took place at William Mary. Members came to hear and discuss the concepts and plans for future development from major higher education institutions on the eastern side of Virginia. The panel consisted of VCU, ODU, Hampton U, Norfolk State and W & M

ACE is a joint venture of the American Institute of Architects, Associated General Contractors & American Council of Engineering Companies of VA, to educate and promote best practices of the design and construction industry.

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/vgc-nwl/pdf/ACEForum.pdf to view the full article online.

_{Provided by:  VA UP TO CODE June 26, 2018 
Interview with:  Courtney Baker, AGCVA Workforce Development Manager}
Recently, while cleaning out a storage room at the Associated General Contractors of Virginia (AGCVA) headquarters, a coworker unearthed a workforce development VHS from 1996. After locating and hooking up the VHS player, we were ready to observe how careers in construction were marketed 22 years ago.

As I watched the video, it was quickly noticeable that our message has not changed. Setting aside the outdated clothes and the subpar audio, I was hearing almost verbatim what I share daily with people across the state regarding our industry – “Consider a career in construction: We have great pay – no college debt – flexibility – internal career advancement – and more.”

Visit http://www.richmond.com/rva-up-to-code/agcva-focuses-on-community-to-address-workforce-shortage/article_d13c152a-7986-11e8-b5f2-4709690e7161.html to view the full article online.

Your responses will help us better define the problem to elected and appointed officials, the media, educators and your peers within the business community. The more people understand the scope, and consequences, of a tight construction labor market, the more likely they are to act on the measures to make it easier for school systems, local associations and private firms to establish career and technical education and training programs.

Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018AGCWorkforceSurvey2018 to view the full article online.

_{Provided by The Roanoke Times - June 4, 2018}
It’s a problem that gets noticed when someone has to call a plumber. It comes up when remodeling a kitchen or a building a new home. Or when a company needs to hire welders. Skilled tradespeople are becoming scarce. As a result, construction projects take longer and get more expensive. Private plumbing bills skyrocket. Hiring a carpenter becomes competitive.

Visit http://www.roanoke.com/business/shortage-of-skilled-trades-workers-hits-roanoke-builders/article_63b84f23-5cef-5709-8624-5653d066a239.html to view the full article online.

_{Published by: The Virginian-Pilot - June 10, 2018}
Heavy lifting was going on all around him, but intern Kevin Thomas was focused on his little corner of the Pinners Point. There was painting to be done. And the Pinners Point – a 1,400-horsepower, 55-foot tugboat owned by Crofton Industries, a local maritime construction company.
The aging workforce is heading into retirement, and by 2022, the United States will need 70,000 new people for its maritime fleet, U.S. Naval Institute News said in 2016.

Visit https://pilotonline.com/business/ports-rail/article_58a87776-680a-11e8-b20d-6fd08d4e38aa.html?spMailingID=13675702&spUserID=MjU3NzUwNDg3NDkxS0&spJobID=1421071249&spReportId=MTQyMTA3MTI0OQS2#utm_source=pilotonline.com&utm_campaign=%2Fnewsletters%2Finside-b to view the full article online.

Beware of Giant Hogweed - Don't Touch This Plant
A severe environmental hazard has been identified in the western portion of Virginia and in some other states. We are alerting our members who operate around vegetation of this significant hazard. Please see the attached photo/poster for more detailed information and what to do regarding the Giant Hogweed.

The Giant Hogweed makes Poison Ivy look like a walk in the park. Contact with this plant can produce 3rd degree burns and cause permanent blindness. 

Visit http://files.constantcontact.com/b7d01107be/c8178e2d-3596-479d-a5f0-e45ce6e69e02.pdf to view the full article online.

AGCVA hosted 1st Statewide Distracted Driving Seminar with DOL & Drive Smart Virginia.
View Webinar ...

Visit https://youtu.be/TjNmpMtHmWQ to view the full article online.

Thursday, July 12 - Friday, July 13, 2018
TIME: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
AGCVA Headquarters
11950 Nuckols Road – Glen Allen, VA 23059
This course will assist early-career project managers to distinguish between leading and managing, develop techniques for motivating and negotiating solutions, managing change, and broaden their awareness ethical standards and professional responsibilities.

Visit https://agcva.org/whats-new/calendar/#id=10975&cid=553&wid=801 to view the full article online.

Wednesday, July 25, 2018
AGCVA Headquarters
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Using blocks, nails, chain and some ingenuity, we will discover a 7-step system for solving problems by identifying root causes, asking risk management questions and devising solutions.

Visit https://agcva.org/whats-new/calendar/#id=11061&cid=553&wid=801 to view the full article online.

Monday, October 8, 2018
Country Club of Virginia (Tuckahoe Creek Course)
709 S. Gaskins Rd., Richmond, VA 23238   804/287-1330
Registration Opens: 10:00 AM
Shotgun Start: 11:00 AM
Lunch Provided (pick up lunch ticket at registration desk)
Social will follow the event with cocktails and dinner

BACK by POPULAR DEMAND
This Event is Rain or Shine

Visit https://agcva.org/whats-new/calendar/#id=11048&cid=553&wid=801 to view the full article online.