AGC MA AWARDED 2ND PLACE IN 2018 NASA PROGRAM
The National AGC Safety Awards (NASA) program has been an ongoing effort since 1991 to offer AGC members an opportunity to evaluate their safety record. NASA compares an AGC 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 who have excellent safety records to compete for nationally recognized awards.
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Upcoming Paid Family Medical Leave Required Action Dates
A series of significant dates are rapidly approaching for the new Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave law and AGC MA has compiled the
below list to assist member companies in their compliance efforts. The Department of Paid Family Medical Leave also has
a
website full of information
to assist organizations as they wade through the process. Please feel free to contact AGC MA Director of Labor Relations and Employment Policy
Brendan Carter
with any questions or concerns as well.
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REQUIRED COMPLIANCE ACTION
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DATE REQUIRED
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Post Mandatory PFML Workplace Poster
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July 1, 2019
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Provide Mandatory Notice and Acknowledgement from Employees
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July 1, 2019
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Payroll Deductions Begin
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July 1, 2019
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Deadline to File for Private Plan Exemption
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September 20, 2019
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File First Quarterly Report
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October, 2019
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Remit Contributions for July through September through MassTaxConnect
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October 31, 2019
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Benefits Available for Bonding with a New Child; Managing Family Affairs when a Family Member is on Active Duty; and Serious Personal Health Conditions
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January 1, 2021
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All Benefits Available (Including Family Leave)
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July 1, 2021
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Claimants Need Not Record Complaints to Enforce Lien Dissolution Bonds Under
G.L. c. 254 § 14
Contributed by Kevin Mortimer
and
Tony Starr, Mintz Levin
In a recent decision, the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts (SJC) has held that a contractor seeking to enforce a lien dissolution bond under G.L. c. 254
§ 14 need not record an attested to copy of its complaint with the Registry of Deeds. In City Electric Supply Co. v. Arch Insurance Co., the SJC vacated a decision of Norfolk Superior Court-refusing to apply the recording requirement of G.L. c. 254
§ 5 to G.L. c. 254
§ 14.
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AGC MA Membership Discount Program's provide members access to high-quality services, cutting-edge technology and top-of-the line products. From discounts on vehicles to computers and software, AGC has partnered with some of the best to give you the most for your money and improve your daily business operations. These value added discounts will give you the competitive advantage over your competition!
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AGC MA STAND DOWN TO FIGHT OPIOID USE
On June 5th, 2019 the AGC MA will hold an Opioid Stand Down as part of its new
Building the Path to Recovery campaign to eliminate Opioid use in the commercial construction industry.
AGC is offering a
Social Media Guide, an HR Manual for Employers and an extensive guide on
Safety and how to
Plan Your Stand Down
that can be accessed on our website>>>
For further information please contact
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Gaston Electrical Welcomes Robert Coffman as Senior Project Manager
to oversee large projects in the Greater Boston Region
AGC MA member Gaston Electrical Co., Inc. a leading electrical services contractor in New England, announced today that Robert Coffman has recently joined their team as Senior Project Manager at its Norwood Headquarters. Coffman will be working directly with Jim Reen, Vice President of Construction as the Project Management Team continues to expand and lead new projects in the Greater Boston Region.
In his new role, Robert will oversee the day-to-day operations and progress of large-scale projects including communication with construction partners, material equipment buyouts, schedules, manpower, and safety coordination. His addition is representative of the ongoing growth within Gaston's Project Management Team, and a strategic plan to deliver the highest level of service to clients.
Coffman brings over 15 years of professional experience, having worked for well-known electrical contracting firms on the West Coast throughout his career. Most-recently, he served as a Project Manager at Cupertino Electric in Los Angeles, where he led complex projects at locations including California Polytechnic State University at Pomona, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Universal Studios. His past work covers a variety of asset types including residential, higher-ed, office, life sciences, and health care.
"I'm excited to be part of a well-respected company that is playing an active role in Boston's construction scene," said Coffman. "As a California transplant, I look forward to building new professional relationships, working with fellow Gaston Team members, and constructing high-profile projects in the region".
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AGC MA
Welcomes 2 New Members!
Maureen McDonough
has extensive experience as a strategic advisor on multi-billion dollar capital improvement programs. She is considered an expert in project delivery with a focus on organization design, procurement, authoring and negotiation of contracts, risk management and dispute resolution.
Champion Cleaning is a multi-unit residential cleaning company that has provided quality, reliable and affordable cleaning services to private and professionally managed condominium communities and apartment complexes in the greater Boston and Southern New Hampshire areas since 1997.
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Consigli Named ENR New England Contractor of the Year
AGC Member Firms Also Lead the Way in Top New England Contractors
This month ENR released its annual New England rankings and a special congratulations is due to Consigli Construction who was named the New England Contractor of the Year. In an
ENR spotlight article, Consigli's self-performance roots and capabilities were focused on with Consigli being the largest self-performing construction manager in New England. Hats off to the entire Consigli team!
Once again this year, AGC MA member firms are also well represented in the Top Design Firms, Top Contractors, and the Top Young Professionals.
3. Stantec
33. Nitsch Engineering
2. Turner Construction Co.
3. Consigli Construction Co.
4. Gilbane Building Co.
5. Shawmut Design and Construction
6. BOND Brothers, Inc.
7. Skanska USA
8. Dimeo Construction Co.
9. Columbia Construction Co.
11. Lee Kennedy Co.
23. Fontaine Brothers, Inc.
Congratulations to Columbia Construction who jumped six spots this year making it into the Top Ten!
Eudad Gonzalez - Turner Construction Co., Senior Project Manager, Special Projects Division,
AGC MA Diversity and Inclusion Committee Co-Chair
Aleece D'Onofrio - Stantec, Associate
Nicholas Scenna - Stantec, Associate
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Mark Your Calendars!
Monday, July 22nd | Cape Club of Sharon
Contests, Prizes, Good Food & Good Friends!
Deluxe cookout immediately following golf.
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BSA Embodied Carbon in Buildings Conference
May 31 | 8:00 a.m-7:00 p.m. | Samberg Conference Center
Join the Boston Society of Architects/AIA (BSA) at the Embodied Carbon in Buildings Conference at MIT on Friday, May 31. Come to learn from national experts why you should care about carbon beyond a building's operation, and how you can make your AEC practice more carbon-thoughtful.
Emerging Contractor's Risk Toolkit - An AGC Law Series
June 5, 2019 | 8:00-10:00 a.m. | AGC MA
Understanding Your Insurance: What's Covered, What's Not, and What You Need to Know
Presented by: Eric Eisenberg, Hinckley Allen, Robert Ferguson, Hinckley Allen, Avi Khanna, Willis Towers, Melanie Hoefer, Willis Tower
AGC Medium to Advanced Golf Clinic
June 5, 2019 | 5:00- 7:30 pm | Granite Links
Only a few spots remaining! Spend 90 minutes with only 4 other players and your own pro coaching you through several holes of play helping you to take your game to the next level!
Enjoy beverages, apps and networking immediately following with a spectacular view of Boston's skyline!
Conversations With...Tom O'Brien
Founding Partner & Managing Director
The HYM Investment Group, LLC
June 7 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | AGC MA Conference Center
HYM is currently leading the development of over eighteen (18) million square feet of mixed-use development in Greater Boston.
Safety Award Brunch
June 14 | 10:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. | Westin Copley Place
We will present the AGC of America National Safety Awards and the Massachusetts Merit awards.
Thank you to our sponsors:
More sponsor opportunities are available: please contact
Kara Morgan
AGC MA June Golf Clinic
June 27 | 5:00-7:30 p.m. | Granite Links
The hottest networking event in town!
Learn the basics and more in this 90 minute clinic at Granite Links. Three pro's will instruct all levels of putting, chipping and driving.
Immediately followed by refreshments with a view!
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CSL 6 or 12 Hour Classroom Training
June 3 & 4 | 7:00 a.m. -1:40 p.m. | AGC MA Conference Center
CSL 6 Hour Classroom Training
June 4 | 7:00 a.m. -1:40 p.m. | AGC MA Conference Center
CM -Lean Exam
June 18 | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | AGC MA Conference Center
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