January, 2016

Building Excellence with Frank Hayes | COO BOND
 
The  Building Excellence Series  is a new program offering attendees to interact with any one of Boston's Construction Business Leaders, thanks to the 
AGC MA Program Advisory Committee  led by  Ken Rubinstein , Director at Preti Flaherty. 

The first of the news series was held at the Preti Flaherty Boston office, 60 State Street and featured Frank Hayes, COO at BOND. The 60 minute (plus) session was an open, casual discussion among the attendees. Frank shared his insight on a variety of subjects covering: IPD vs Hard Bid, Design Build and CM at Risk, the impact of technology in the field, work force challenges and pre-fab. Learn more>>


Shown in photo to the far right L-R: Robert Petrucelli, President & CEO, AGC MA, Ken Rubinstein, Director, Preti Flaherty, Frank Hayes, COO, BOND


CONTRARY TO STORY, CM-AT-RISK IS WORKING

AGC MA Faces off with CommonWealth Magazine over Inaccurate Article

On October 14, 2015 CommonWealth Magazine published an article highly critical of CM at Risk that was filled with false assumptions, erroneous facts and misapplied assertions that AGC MA felt could not go unchallenged. Learn more>>


AGC Members Bring It On for Those in Need this Holiday Season  
 
Tidings of good cheer, images of employee celebrations and the incredible out pouring of charitable givingwithin the Commonwealth flooded Social Media over the Holiday Months.



L-R BOND delivers for US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program, Lee Kennedy Co Inc holiday gift drive for the Boys and Girls Club, Colantonio Carolers share the holiday spirit


Deadline February 3, 2016 National AGC Safety Awards
 
It's time again for your firm to participate in the 201 5 National Safety Awards (NASA).  Recognizing AGC Contractor Members for Safety Excellence Since 1926, the National AGC Safety Awards (NASA) program has been an ongoing effort to offer AGC members an opportunity to evaluate their safety record. NASA compares a member's safety record with other AGC members according to the member size and construction type. Additionally, NASA provides a great opportunity for contractor members to compete for nationally recognized awards that have excellent safety records. 


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AGC MA Blog: 
In our effort to continually provide added value to our members, the new site offers a searchable Member Directory, content managed industry related news stories both local and national, a job board, and enhanced program and educational opportunities. We are also adding this innovative 
"member" Blog , which will house relevant, informative content provided by you, our members.


AGC MA OSHA 10 -Hour Training Courses are currently scheduled
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

| Delphi Construction Inc. Joins AGC |


AGC MA welcomes new member Delphi Construction Inc., a professional CM.

Based out of Waltham and Mashpee, Delphi Construction has succesfully been offering a "true open book" method. Their extensive preconstruction and construction phase systems are built around this open information framework, which provides the project team with all of the information necessary to ensure continued project success.
Learn more>>
 
PROGRAMS & EVENTS


AGC Young Contractors Professional Institute 2016

 
12 Pragmatic, Results-Focused Half-Day Seminars | January 2016 through December 2016
Learn More>>




Conversation with...Mary Pichetti, Director of Capital Planning, MSBA
January 29, 2016 | 8:30 a.m. -10:00 a.m. | AGC Conference Center | $65.00 (Members Only)
 

Join us for an informal discussion with Mary Pichetti, Director of Capital Planning for the MA School Building Authority.



Practical Construction Law for PM's Supt.'s and Designers |  Instructor Dr. John B. Miller


February 11, 
 Ambiguities & Defects March 10,  Differing Site Conditions 
March 31, Equitable Adjustments |  7:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m. | Register here>>


Conversation with...Ed Adelman, Executive Director, MSCBA
January 29, 2016 | 8:30 a.m. -10:00 a.m. | AGC Conference Center | $65.00 (Members Only)
 
Join us for an intimate discussion with Ed Adelman, MSCBA. More information to follow. Classes begin tomorrow!




EDUCATION 


 
Lean Construction Program Series
This is a certificate program that consists of seven units.  Following the completion of all seven units, individuals will have a deep knowledge of both the theory and application of Lean Construction and be able to sit for an exam to earn AGC's Certificate of Management - Lean Construction (CM-LC) credential. 
January 22, 2016 | 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.| 

OSHA 10-Hour Training
With increased sharing of responsibilities on projects, architects, engineers as well as contractors need to be aware of pertinent safety regulations and OSHA requirements. This course will go through these regulations, and discuss how to plan these regulations into the design for a safe building process. 
February 1, 3:00-9:00 p.m | February 2, 7:00 a.m-1:00p.m |


Constructor Supervisor License Renewal Institute (CSL) 
On line-anytime 
You MUST have your CSL License Number to Register and begin your classes.

Lisa Frisbie
781-786-8915

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