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
AGC MA to receive the Boston Real Estate Times - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Association of the Year Award
AGC MA is pleased to announce the association will be recognized at the Boston Real Estate Times 2023 Awards Gala on September 13th for their continued work in closing the diversity gap in Commercial Construction Management. With the critical support of many AGC MA member volunteers, The Building Women in Construction Advisory Committee (BWiC) and the Committee for Diversity & Inclusion (CFDI) have established powerful networks for both under represented individuals and firms that support the advancement
BBP - Vol.7
Building Best PracticesVolume 7Welcome to the seventh edition of Building Best Practices (BBP), a digital magazine brought to you by the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts communications committee. BBP is a collection of articles and videos of business practices submitted by industry experts affiliated with AGC MA Committees. This bi-annual digital publication will provide the latest strategies and approaches to the ongoing trends and issues facing all industry professionals.
BAE Recap 2023
As part of its continuing Workforce Development efforts, AGC MA hosted the third annual Building Advancement Externship (BAE) program. Through August 14th – 18th AGC welcomed 15 participants comprised of educators, school counselors, and academic leaders for a week long immersive introduction to the commercial construction industry. The externs selected through an application process represented all 7 workforce regions in the state. The externs embarked upon a week-long immersion into the industry. AGC
Project of the Month - August
4th Ave Residences at Northwest Park - Life Time LivingErland ConstructionNordblom, in partnership with Life Time, selected Erland to construct a new 167-unit apartment community within Northwest Park along Middlesex Turnpike. Set to be completed this fall, the Stantec-designed 5-story, 250,000sf residence houses studio-, 1-, and 2-bedroom units and parking for 269 cars. The S-shaped design of the building offers two exterior courtyards on the 2nd floor with outdoor grills, fire pits, a covered pergola, and
Support AGC MA’s Legislative Efforts by Contributing to the AGC MA PAC
Over 7,000 bills are filed for each two-year election cycle on Beacon Hill by competing interest groups. The AGC/Mass PAC (Political Action Committee) was created to advance AGC’s legislative agenda to advance & protect your interests at the State House. Specifically, the AGC/Mass PAC: Enables AGC to contribute to candidates who support AGC’s legislative agenda on Beacon HillEnables AGC Staff and Lobbyist access to key legislators and their staff at political fundraisersEnables AGC to secure follow-up