More to the story here: Diversity in construction no laughing matter
More to the story here: Diversity in construction no laughing matterGuest opinion by John Ferrante Published by Contrarian BostonI was interviewed for an article in the Boston Globe on the Boston Residents Job Policy.However, the piece, provocatively headlined - “‘They think it’s a joke’: Boston has rules for big construction projects that no one follows” - did not tell the full story of what is a complex issue.For those unfamiliar, the BRJP sets workforce participation goals for Boston residency and
Year End Review 2024
2024 marked the 100th year since the founding of AGC MA and one of our most successful years ever.Emerging from the pandemic, we have grown membership each year, increased attendance at our programs and events, and expanded our industry advancement initiatives. Alone, any one of these achievements would be worth celebrating, but together it shows that our members are leaders in our industry and in our communities.2025 willpresent many challenges, but led by the AGC MA Board of Directors, membership, and
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AGC MA Construction Leadership Fee
The AGC MA Board of Directors recently approved an annual non-dues fee designed to stimulate engagement in AGC MA Programs and Events as well as participation in the Construction Leadership Council. This fee will be assessed based on annual revenue in January as follows: Annual Revenue Construction Leadership Fee <$10 million $250 (optional) $10M - $25M $500 $25M - $150M $1,250 $150M+ $2,500 This modest investment unlocks more than $3,000 in potential value for your firm and
Project of the Month - Lynnfield Public Safety Complex
Lynnfield Public Safety Complex Commodore BuildersPublic safety, community, and service – that’s what defines the Town of Lynnfield’s Public Safety Complex project. This important construction project will modernize and upgrade the town’s police and fire headquarters and Town Hall to better serve residents and first responders. Spanning two sites on Summer Street, the 73,000-sf Public Safety Complex project is designed by Tappé Architects, and managed and constructed by Commodore Builders. The owner’s
Building Advancement Externship 2024
MA EDUCATORS PARTICIPATE IN ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF MASSACHUSETTS EXTERNSHIP 15 educators and administrators selected to join annual summer program that spotlights commercial construction career opportunities for high school graduates Wellesley, MA (August 12, 2024) — For the fourth consecutive year, The Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (AGC MA) hosted a weeklong Building Advancement Externship (BAE) for high school educators and administrators. This comprehensive and vigorous
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Help us Remember Former AGC MA President - John A. Farina
JOHN A. FARINA OBITUARY John A. Farina, age 93, died on Friday, January 12, 2024, in the comfort of his home, blessed with family gathered at his side. John was born December 28, 1930, and raised in Newton's Village of Nonantum, known affectionately as the “Lake” and for its strong Italian heritage. The virtues of hard work and unwavering love and loyalty to family were instilled in John and his siblings by their parents, Vincenzo and Angelina (DeMarco) Farina. John graduated from Newton High School and
OSHA Tailoring PPE Fit Requirements
In response to longstanding concerns about the fit of personal protective equipment (PPE), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a rule aimed at aligning the PPE fit requirements in the construction industry with those of other sectors. The proposed rule addresses the inadequacy of standard-sized PPE, particularly for smaller construction workers, including women. OSHA emphasizes the critical importance of properly fitting PPE in ensuring worker safety and preventing exposure
