AGC of Minnesota - Tue September 15, 2020
AGC of Minnesota Offers STP to Develop Career Opportunities
The Associated General Contractors of America's Supervisory Training Program (STP) is a construction-specific training curriculum developed, updated and field-tested by and for contractors. Supervisory skill — or the lack of it — directly affects every company's bottom line....
School Construction News - Thu September 03, 2020
Veterinary Building Project Under Way at Florida High School
Nationally known JE Dunn Construction is progressing on a new 8,797-sq.-ft. classroom building and accessory barn structure that will expand the veterinary sciences program at Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School in Seminole, Fla....
Mack Trucks - Tue September 01, 2020
Mack Highlights Features, Benefits of Mack MD Series for Customers During Virtual Event
Mack Trucks recently hosted a virtual deep-dive session about the all new Mack MD Series of medium-duty trucks for more than 300 people, who represented more than 200 different municipalities and companies, as well as their Mack dealers....
AED Foundation - Wed August 12, 2020
The AED Foundation Continues Its Endeavor to Accredit 100 College Programs by 2024
The AED Foundation (AEDF) is committed to accrediting 100 college programs by 2024, working consistently with schools to provide this highly respected distinction. This is one component of the Foundation's Vision 2024 goal, which aims to reduce the workforce shortage by building a strong pipeline of qualified technicians entering the equipment industry....
Eric Olson - CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR - Thu August 06, 2020
College, Ironpeddlers Work to Close Operator Shortfall
For several years, construction companies of all sizes have been faced with a pronounced shortage of people looking to work in the building trade, including folks to operate heavy machinery. In many cases, job seekers are unaware of the salaries and benefits construction careers can provide them — if they possess the necessary skills....
Alabama AGC - Wed August 05, 2020
Alabama AGC Donates High Tech Simulator to Local Skills Trade Academy
Alabama Associated General Contractors, Alabama AGC, is helping pave the way for the construction industry's future. In 2019, Alabama AGC held a significant role in launching the Hoover city school system's Skills Trade Academy at the Riverchase Career Connection Center (RC3), a program designed to advance youth education and fill worker shortages in the construction industry....
AGC of Minnesota - Tue August 04, 2020
AGC of Minnesota Awards Seven Scholarships for 2020-21
Associated General Contractors of Minnesota has awarded seven scholarships totaling $13,500 for the 2020-2021 school year to Minnesota students pursuing degrees in the construction industry. The AGC of Minnesota Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarship aid to students who have a career interest in construction, and to related organizations that support the Minnesota construction industry....
AED - Wed July 15, 2020
AED Foundation Embarks on Mission to Recognize 50 High School Programs by 2024
While the COVID-19 pandemic has put many of the nation's activities and events on hold, The AED Foundation (AEDF) perseveres as it continues to meet its Vision 2024 goals. Through the pandemic, AEDF has adapted to continue to fit the needs of students and schools across the country to help students graduate from AEDF's recognized high school programs....
Layton Construction - Mon July 13, 2020
Utah-Based Contractor Hands Out Awards at Conference
Layton Construction recently announced the winners at the 33rd annual Associated Schools of Construction Student Competition and Construction Management Conference. The Utah-based company awarded first place in the Region 6, Mixed-Use category to BYU....
BCA of Northeast Indiana - Tue July 07, 2020
BCA Awards $7,500 in Scholarships to Local Students
Building Contractors Association of Northeast Indiana (BCA) announced the winners of the 2020 Presidential Merit Scholarship and Michael H. Kinder Jr. Memorial Scholarship. These programs were created to recognize significant accomplishments and reward worthy students in furthering their education in construction-related college degree programs....
