James Oleksinski Promoted to CAM Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs

The 2013 Biennial Business Survey Deadline Extended - September 30

Tee Up at Plum Hollow on September 23

2013 MISS DIG Damage Prevention Summit - October 10

Register NOW for Fall CAMTEC Classes - Online Registration Available

Join Us in Supporting the Boy Scouts - OVER $100K RAISED SO FAR!

Reciprocal Electrical Council, Inc. (RECI) to Hold Series of Classes on Electrical Code Updates

CAM Member Turner Construction - New Address

CAM Newsroom Operations - Current Bids

CAM Fall Sporting Clays - September 24

Refer a New CAM Member - Make $50

CAM's 2013 Social Outings - Networking, Socializing, Fun!

James Oleksinski Promoted to CAM Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs

CAM is pleased to announce the promotion of James (Jim) Oleksinski, M.A., J.D., LL.M, to Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs. Oleksinski previously held the position of Assistant Director. He replaces outgoing previous Director, Patrick Baker.

Oleksinski is a licensed attorney and certified labor relations and human resources professional with more than sixteen years of labor relations and labor law experience. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, including the Labor and Employment Law Section. Oleksinski earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Detroit, School of Law and a Master of Laws degree with a major in Labor Law from Wayne State University Law School. He also attained certifications in labor relations and human resources from the Michigan State University - School of Labor and Industrial Relations.

Prior to coming to CAM, Oleksinski held the position of Human Resources Director for the City of Madison Heights, where he represented the City in collective bargaining negotiations and grievance meetings. Oleksinski also has over 15 years of experience with the Wayne County Labor Relations Division where he worked with a multitude of trade unions and developed strong professional relationships with the Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council. He began his career as a Law Clerk for the Wayne County Corporation Counsel in Detroit.

In his duties as Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs, Oleksinski will provide guidance to the over 400 contractors participating in CAM's Labor Program. CAM President Kevin Koehler said, "We are very pleased to have Jim as our Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs. He will undoubtedly continue to expand our leadership in labor relations to the Michigan construction industry."

CAM's Labor Relations services are available to all CAM Member contractors that are signatory to CAM-negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreements and employing Carpenters, Laborers, Operating Engineers and Cement Mason tradesmen in Southeast Michigan.

Jim Oleksinski can be reached at (248) 972-1117 or via e-mail.

The 2013 Biennial Business Survey Deadline Extended - September 30

CAM is inviting all Construction Industry Professionals to participate in the 2013 Biennial Business Survey for construction businesses and owners. This survey is conducted every two years through the collaborative efforts of the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) and Plante Moran. 

For more than 20 years, the Biennial Business Survey has provided an extensive overview of the state of Michigan's construction industry. This year, the Survey is available exclusively online. Results will be tabulated via Qualtrics and also distributed online. 

Your participation is the key factor in the success of this project. Please complete the survey no later than Monday, September 30, 2013. The information gathered will be an invaluable tool in assessing Michigan's construction climate.

Click here to take the survey now.

Tee Up at Plum Hollow on September 23   

CAM's final golf outing of the year will take place on Monday, September 23, at Plum Hollow Country Club in Southfield. All CAM members are invited to join us for a fun-filled day honoring the industry "Old Timers" - those who are at least 65 years young and have worked in the construction industry for 30+ years.

Cost for this outing is $135 per regular golfer and $75 for Old Timers. Package includes:

• Complimentary driving range
• 18 holes of golf with cart
• Grilled lunch on the course
• Beverage service on the course
• Dinner with open bar
• Awards and door prizes

For more information, please click here. Contact Diana Brown at CAM for reservations (248) 972-1000. See you on the links!

2013 MISS DIG Damage Prevention Summit - October 10      

To register your attendance, or for further information and a location map, please click here. 

Join Us in Supporting the Boy Scouts - OVER $100K RAISED SO FAR!  

Don't miss out on a very special VIP evening to benefit the local chapter of the Boy Scouts of America, Great Lakes Field Service Council. CAM will be holding its 9th annual "Boy Scouts Building Connections" event on Thursday, September 19. This year's venue will be again be interesting and unique: the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle in Detroit.

Reciprocal Electrical Council, Inc. (RECI) to Hold Series of Classes on Electrical Code Updates

The Reciprocal Electricl Council, Inc. (RECI) is pleased to announce their upcoming series of 2011 NEC Update Classes, the current code of record.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) is published every three years by the National Fire Protection Association. For the last 100 years, it has been offered as the minimum safety standard for electrical installations, and became law in Michigan when it was adopted earlier this year. The 2011 NEC went into effect on July 1, 2013.

This means that the 2011 NEC Update Class is required for every Master, Journey, Sign Specialist and Fire Alarm Specialist in order to renew their 2015 licenses. If individuals have not successfully completed the 2011 NEC Update Class when they apply to renew their 2015 license, they will not be able to renew their license until the requirement is fulfilled.

Classes begin in September 2013 and run until spring 2014, with online class options available. For the complete list of classes and registration information, please visit the RECI website by clicking here. You can also contact them at (248) 542-7567. 

CAM Newsroom Operations - Current Bids    
  

Be sure to reserve your spot in the CAM Fall Sporting Clays shoot on Tuesday, September 24, at Hunters Creek in Metamora. Our last Clays shoot of the year, this promises to be fun day for shooters and sportsmen.

Cost is $95 per shooter. The schedule of events:

• Practice shoot from 10:00 am - Noon
• Five Man Flurry - 50 clays @ $25 or $5 per person, plus shells
• Lunch served at Noon
• Firearms safety orientation
• Shoot begins at 1:30 pm
• Perch dinner, socializing, awards and door prizes

Each shooter must bring their own 12 or 20 gauge shotgun.  For more information or to register, please click here or contact Gregg Montowski at CAM (248) 972-1000.

Refer a New CAM Member - Make $50    

CAM Members who encourage their business associates to also become CAM Members will reap the benefits of their efforts. $50 will be given to anyone who refers someone and they join CAM.

For each new firm you sign with CAM, you will receive $50 in one of the following forms of your choice: 

• A $50 Home Depot Gift Card
• A $50 Speedway Gift Card
• $50 off your renewal of membership, or a Construction Project News subscription

By helping us increase our membership base you enable us to expand our range of services, keep pricing consistent, and better serve the membership.

Call the CAM Membership Department today and refer someone! (248) 972-1000.

CAM's 2013 Social Outings - Networking, Socializing, Fun!  

• September 19 - Boy Scouts Building Connections Fundraising Event at Dossin Great Lakes Museum, Belle Isle
• September 23 - CAM Golf Outing at Plum Hollow Country Club, Southfield 
• September 24 - CAM Sporting Clays at Hunters Creek, Metamora
• *JUST ADDED*: Sunday, October 27 - Lions Tailgate Party, Eastern Market, Shed 4, Detroit. This event will take place from 9:00 am - end of game, and is FREE to CAM Members. Watch the game live, with grilled hot dogs, beverages, socializing and networking. Please RSVP online to ensure adequate supplies, or contact Marie Magyar at CAM (248) 972-1000.