April 2022

Thursday, May 19, 2022 | 3:00 p.m. | Larz Anderson Museum, Brookline, MA

Join us for AGC's first Membership Meeting and Social in 2 years!

The membership meeting from 3-5 PM is by invitation only unless you sponsor.

1 free ticket is being reserved for all voting members, the Board of Directors, and honorees of the 2022 Member Distinction Awards.

Members will approve the new Board of Directors, witness the passing of the gavel, vote on bylaws amendments, and recognize the honorees of the 2022 Member Distinction Awards.

Here are the nominations to the Board of Directors.

Social and Program Sponsors receive access to the membership meeting and Presenting Sponsors will have the opportunity to be recognized from the podium.

Immediately following the Social Event will begin at 5:30 PM, social ticket holders can enjoy the museum grounds, cornhole, appetizers, and Air Stream open bar!

Sponsorship Opportunities and Registration Now Open!

Congratulations to this years

AGC MA 2022 Member Distinction Awards Recipients!

Over the years we have seen countless individuals and member organizations (and we thank you all) promote the mission and values of AGC through their continued contributions in education, programming, sponsorship, and committee participation.

At this year’s Annual Meeting, AGC MA is pleased to offer the presentation of the 2022 Member Distinction Awards as our way of publicly recognizing those who have gone above and beyond in their supportive efforts.

Champion Award: Rubens Boursiquot, Turner Construction Company

Outstanding Committee Chair Award: Mike Sanchez

Safety Leadership Award: Bob Kunz, Dimeo Construction Company

Industry Advancement Award:

Briana Colantonio, Colantonio, Inc.

Nina Radzim, Gaston Electrical Co., Inc.

David Cullinane, Consigli Construction Co., Inc.

Eudad Gonzalez, Turner Construction Company

Subcontractor of the Year Award: Gaston Electrical Co., Inc.

As everyone grapples with workforce constraints, AGC MA is actively engaged in developing the next generation of construction managers and tradespeople. The AGC MA Workforce Development Task Force has been meeting regularly to ensure that students, teachers, and administrators interested in commercial construction can easily identify vocational and educational pathways to careers in the industry.

We are aware that many of our members are also conducting their own workforce development efforts like recruiting from local high schools or engaging in community career fairs. We would like to help build off these efforts to ensure that your workforce efforts are sustained. 

Therefore, we are asking every company to please complete this Workforce Development Census. The survey will catalog at a high level our members efforts to develop the next workforce from colleges, high schools, and the general public and we will use the results to identify common connections and assist your efforts. 

Worcester Business Journal - Chief Diversity Officers are taking the lead



Hear from Liz Wambui, Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community at Fontaine Bros. about how companies are making the shift towards placing increased emphasis on diversity and inclusion at the leadership level.

Statehouse News - MA State Senate Passes Bill with $250 Million for Decarbonization Efforts



The State Senate proposes an overhaul of offshore wind procurement and giving local authorities more power in restricting natural gas and fossil fuel use in building projects. The House still needs to take action.

Wall Street Journal - Warehouse Construction and Opposition are Booming



Distribution centers are big business for construction, but greater proximity to residential areas is complicating approval of these projects.

Bloomberg – Prime Age Employment Gap Persists for Men



5 million men are missing from the workforce compared to the 1950s and 1960s.  The 1990s had 4% more prime age men in the workforce than today.

300,000+ NPP members enjoy exclusive pricing in an easy-to-use B2B marketplace. Save on brands like Verizon, Staples, Expedia, Sherwin-Williams, Airgas and more.

NPP membership is free and there is no obligation to purchase.

For nearly 20 years, NPP has been a trusted savings provider for companies, large and small, leveraging group buying power to negotiate top-tier B2B discounts.

For more information and to see other available discounts click here.

AGC of America is now offering virtual programs. The upcoming programs include AGC’s Building Information Modeling Education Program (BIM EP), Construction Supervision Fundamentals (CSF) course, and Lean Construction Education Program.

When you register, choose AGC MA as the "referred by organization."

AGC Virtual Learning Programs>>



Bill Ronco, of the Young Contractors Professional Institute (YCPI), has created a new online course providing soft skills training on how to manage difficult conversations with construction stakeholders.

"Achieving 1+1=3 Results in Design and Construction Conversations.” Provides a self-managed course based on decades of experience in how to improve collaboration between design and construction professionals. As a result of the longstanding relationship with AGC MA. Member companies can sample 6 of the course’s 60+ lessons for free. If you decide to register, AGC member receive an additional discount of 50% off the course price ($450) for a total of $225.

AGC MA Members Register Here>>



Non Members Register Here>>

Harvard 2022 Real Estate Symposium

The Harvard Real Estate Symposium will be taking place on April 22 & 23 at Harvard SEAS in Allston.

Purchase tickets on the website here and use discount code: HREW22 for 25% off.

The Harvard Real Estate Symposium is Harvard University's flagship annual real estate event, organized jointly by Harvard Business School and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. The two-day events are typically attended by hundreds of industry professionals, alumni, academics, and students.

Safety is everyone's business! When something happens on a job site, it affects not only the individual but also every member of the building team—the building owner/developer, architect, subcontractors, and contractor alike.

Create a culture of safety in your company operations. It is an investment in the future of your firm and your employees. It can create healthier, more productive workers, decrease the likelihood of OSHA fines and costly litigation, and cut down on time loss and employee absences on your site.

Need help in developing a safe work environment or need some safety advice? Contact Chris Ziegler, Director of Safety.

AGC MA has regularly scheduled training programs and can tailor training to fit your firm's particular needs.Learn more on the AGC MA Safety Website.

Other safety services available:

• OSHA 10 and 30 Hour Trainings
• Lunch and learns focusing on Silica, Fall Protection, Trenching, Scaffolding and Electrical
• Job site safety walk through and inspections
• Safety program consultations/review
• Emergency Action Plans
• Safety Committee Meetings

As a benefit to MCAP contributing contractors, MCAP provides a 75% discount on registration costs for AGC MA programs and safety training.

For any questions contact Kara Cady at cady@agcmass.org.