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GENERAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
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CONTENTS 03
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
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ABOUT GBCA
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LEADERSHIP
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COMMITTEES
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MEMBERSHIP AND EVENTS
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2018 BY THE NUMBERS
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SAFETY
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EDUCATION
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CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
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ADVOCACY AND LABOR RELATIONS
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MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
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2018 MEMBERS
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GBCA STAFF
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DATES TO REMEMBER
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WE ARE GBCA. We are making history. We are building community. We are the voice of the commercial construction industry. And together, we will continue to set the standard of building excellence.
Having just celebrated our 128th year, I am truly proud to represent an association that has both a remarkable past and a promising future. With a firm foundation in place, we started 2018 focused on our commitment to build upon GBCA’s rich legacy of excellence. Thanks to the collective efforts of our leadership, membership, and staff; I am proud to report that GBCA was able to see that vision become a reality by the end of 2018. GBCA grew its membership, expanded its influence, and deepened the quality of its programs. Our membership grew by 7%, while achieving an impressive 94% retention rate. We capitalized on a key election year and became a voice for our industry, engaging decision makers at both the local and state levels. We continued to expand our safety services so that GBCA’s membership remained the best
trained and safest in our region, establishing GBCA’s Silica Testing Program and making crucial strides toward creating a drug- and alcohol-free industry. Additionally, through our workforce development programs in 2018 we were able to extend industry opportunities to those in the greatest of need. As a result of our collective efforts, your GBCA raised the bar of the construction industry nationwide. We received national awards for our marketing campaign, #ExcellenceisBuilding. We were also awarded a national grant from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) to host Fall Protection Trainings for our members, and we were selected to host the 2019 National AGC Construction Leadership Council Conference. Your association is focused on achieving exceptional results for its members - and people are beginning to notice.
On behalf of myself and the rest of the staff at GBCA: I want to thank you, the members, for the opportunity to serve you every day. While I am proud of all we have achieved together in 2018, this is just the beginning. In 2019 we will continue to excel as your association and create a powerful, meaningful and positive impact on the industry and the region as a whole.
BENJAMIN J. CONNORS, ESQ. President
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WE ARE GBCA A history of promoting skill, integrity and responsibility. As one of America’s oldest trade associations, we advance commercial construction in the Philadelphia region by serving as a powerful voice and a critical resource. Established in 1891, we are the Philadelphia chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). We provide 277 member companies with access to advocacy, networking opportunities, safety services, education and training programs. We proudly support and promote union commercial construction, and take strides toward advancing the industry with workforce development initiatives.
OUR MISSION
General Building Contractors Association advances the union commercial, industrial, and institutional construction industry by serving members as the leader in labor relations, education, advocacy, safety, and networking opportunities.
A RECOGNIZED LEADER. When members want to improve how their business operates, they turn to us. We provide a forum where members engage in collaborative activities that promote education, safety, marketing and better relationships within the industry as well as with labor and government. Our membership ranks include commercial, industrial and institutional general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and construction service firms located in southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, southern New Jersey, and the eastern shore of Maryland.
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WE ARE COLLABORATIVE‌ GBCA works in partnership with several complementary organizations, including adjacent industry associations, to advance our mission and the voice of the construction industry. These organizations include: American Institute of Architects Architectural Glass & Metal Association Building Owners & Managers Association Philadelphia Center City Proprietors Association Commercial Real Estate Development Association Construction Owners Association of America Employing Bricklayers Association Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council National Association of Women in Construction National Electrical Contractors Association Society of Marketing Professional Services The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Urban Land Institute Women in Commercial Real Estate
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2018 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Featuring top leaders from several of the leading construction companies in the region, our Board of Directors and specialized committees help guide the strategic direction and ongoing efforts of our association.
Jim J. Dolente, Sr. Chairman of the Board Madison Concrete Construction
Michael K. Armento Vice Chairman Torcon, Inc.
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Patrick S. Pasquariello, III Treasurer P. Agnes, Inc.
Joseph P. Clearkin Senior Vice Chairman James J. Clearkin, Inc.
Emily L. Bittenbender Immediate Past Chairman Bittenbender Construction, LP
EADERSHI
2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS G. Christopher Beck Turner Construction Company
Craig Melograno Philadelphia D&M
Edward Szwarc Skanska USA Building, Inc.
William A. Cobb, Jr.* Haverstick-Borthwick Company
David E. Panichi* T.N. Ward Company
Charles W. Cook R. S. Cook & Associates, Inc.
Frances A. Pietrini* B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc.
James A. Viner HSC Builders & Construction Managers
Michael G. Erickson C. Erickson & Sons, Inc.
Stephen W. Pouppirt* Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Michael M. Gerardi C. H. Schwertner & Son, Inc.
Philip F. Radomski* Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
John E. Healy, III Healy Long & Jevin, Inc.
Craig J. Sabatino INTECH Construction, LLC
Maura Hesdon Shoemaker Construction Co .
Nicholas K. Sabia D.M. Sabia & Company, Inc.
B. Scott Holloway Josam Company
Mark Spadaccino Dale Construction, LLC
Vicki W. Lee Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
Michael A. Stepnowski* Stepnowski Bros., Inc.
Frank T. Lutter Frank T. Lutter, Inc.
Mack Stulb* L.F. Driscoll Company, LLC
George S. Young *deceased George Young Mammoet *Past Chairman
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S E E T T I M COM Education Committee
AIA/GBCA Joint Committee Works with members of the American Institute of Architects Philadelphia Chapter on issues of mutual interest. John DeFazio Co-Chairman L.F. Driscoll Company, LLC Joshua Levy, AIA, LEED AP* Co-Chairman Ballinger Chantal Alvarenga, AIA, LEED AP* Philadelphia International Airport Ramla Benaissa, Ph.D., AIA, LEED AP* Ramla Benaissa Architects Eric Brodfuehrer, NCARB, AIA, LEED BD+C* Navigant William Cobb, Jr. Haverstick-Borthwick Company Thomas Fizzano Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc.
Keith Mock, AIA* Ballinger Roland Noreika, AIA, CSI-CDT* Architect Mark Purcell, AIA, CCM, LEED AP* Hill International, Inc. Erin Roark, AIA, LEED AP* WRT Design Denise Thompson AIA, LEED AP BD+C* Francis Cauffman
Terry Webb Eureka Metal & Glass Services, Inc. *AIA member of the committee
Construction Leadership Council Steering Committee Established to fulfill the need to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the construction industry.
Reggie Asare Vice Chair Safety Chair Skanska USA Building Inc. Casey Perry Events Chair Revolution Recovery LLC
Charles W. Cook Chairman R. S. Cook & Associates, Inc. Dennis Bachman Berlin Steel Construction Co. Arthur P. Cobb Haverstick-Borthwick Company William A. Denmark, Esq. Charlson Braber McCabe & Denmark
David Maser, CM-BIM Gilbane Building Company Dina Miller Skanska USA Building Inc. Mary Kate Radomski Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
Edward H. Keeter, Ph.D. Philadelphia University
Edward Seglias Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC
David La Rosa CBIZ MHM, LLC
Jim Smith Armory Masonry Restoration, Inc.
Mary Kate Radomski Education Chair Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Gene Rose, Jr. Community Service Chair Armor Masonry & Restoration, Inc. Ronald Zawacki Government Affairs Chair Siemens Industry, Inc.
Government Affairs Committee Monitors and addresses legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters, keeping GBCA in the forefront of topical and emerging issues that impact the industry on local, state, and national levels. Philip Radomski Chairman Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Emily L. Bittenbender Bittenbender Construction, LP
B. Scott Holloway Josam Company Carol Horne Penn Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
John DeFazio L. F. Driscoll Company, LLC
Steve Lykens Mara Restoration, Inc.
Raymond DePiano Window Repairs & Restoration
Joe Pace AmQuip Crane Rental LLC
Stanley B. Edelstein Fineman, Krekstein & Harris P.C.
Heidi Van Steenburgh Ritter Contracting, Inc.
Frederick Gerngross, Esq. Black & Gerngross, P.C.
James E. Viner HSC Builders & Construction Managers
Sean Healy Healy Long & Jevin, Inc. Maura Hesdon Shoemaker Construction Co.
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Jonathan Martin Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
Brendan Vaughan, AIA, LEED AP* Ballinger
Meghan Lester, P.E. Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.
Melissa Wyatt Chairman Membership Chair Torcon, Inc.
Helps establish the program agenda and course curricula available to eligible GBCA member employees and works to facilitate professional development opportunities and student involvement.
Ronald Zawacki Siemens Industry Inc.
Labor Policy Committee
Safety Committee
Sets labor policy for the Association and works to ensure a stable and productive relationship between management and affiliated labor unions.
Promotes workplace safety and supports the efforts of contractor members to maintain accident-free job sites.
Patrick Pasquariello, III Chairman P. Agnes, Inc. Michael K. Armento Torcon, Inc. Joseph P. Clearkin James J. Clearkin, Inc. Edward DeAngelis EDA Contractors, Inc. Jim Dolente Madison Concrete Construction Jim Dolente Jr. Madison Concrete Construction Michael G. Erickson C. Erickson & Sons, Inc. Michael Gerardi C. H. Schwertner & Son, Inc.
Frank Lutter Frank T. Lutter, Inc.
Mary Pat Geppert Chairman Geppert Bros., Inc.
Carl Mason Central Salvage Co., Inc.
Reggie Asare Skanska USA Building, Inc.
Craig Melograno Philadelphia D&M
Frank Baxter Skanska USA Building, Inc.
Ronald Meyers Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Dennis Dougherty Med-Tex Services, Inc.
William Pace AmQuip Crane Rental, LLC
Dona File L.F. Driscoll Company, LLC
Dave Panichi T.N. Ward Company
Ken Gallagher Limbach Company LLC
Francis A. Pietrini B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc.
John Jakimowicz Madison Concrete Construction
Supports Association membership development activities.
Cheryl DePiano CDP Construction, LLC Rocky Fizzano Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc. John (Sean) E. Healy, IV Healy Long & Jevin, Inc. Maura Hesdon Shoemaker Construction Co. Len Lynch Lenick Construction, Inc.
Jim Ryan INTECH Construction, LLC Dean Seman Weber Gallagher Mark Skuby The Safegard Group, Inc. Jeff Spatz The Graham Company Margaret M. Underwood, Esq. Horn Williamson, LLC
Technology Committee
Membership Committee
Joseph P. Clearkin Co-Chairman James J. Clearkin, Inc.
Bill Reis Belcher Roofing Corporation
Mack Stulb L.F. Driscoll Company, LLC
Jack Healy Healy Long & Jevin, Inc.
Michael K. Armento Co-Chairman Torcon, Inc.
Mike Jayes T. N. Ward Company
The technology committee raises awareness of the affect technology can have on projects and the industry, and raise the competency of our members to leverage technology for the betterment of their projects and companies.
Robert T. MacIntosh, P.E. MacIntosh Engineering
Anthony Castelli Safety Group LTD
Martin Norton United Rentals, Inc.
Charles W. Cook R.S. Cook & Associates, Inc.
David S. Oliver Oliver Fire Protection & Security
Matthew DeBasio P. Agnes, Inc.
Gary Pergolini T.N. Ward Company John Rihl Falasca Mechanical Inc.
David Maser* Gilbane Building Company
Kenneth Sands II* Construction Management Program, College of Engineering Drexel University Jeffrey Spatz The Graham Company Graham Stewart Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Danitrov Ortes T.N. Ward Company
Nicholas K. Sabia D.M. Sabia & Co., Inc. Melissa Wyatt Torcon, Inc. 9
WE BUILD
COMMUNITY.
Membership in GBCA connects companies and individuals working in commercial construction with other industry leaders, responsive services, and best practices. It provides members extensive opportunities to establish, develop, and solidify beneficial relationships and partnerships within the industry. There was a 7% increase in total membership in 2018.
Networking and Events GBCA brought members together for a variety of informative and engaging events throughout the year. We welcomed a record number of attendees and sold-out audiences for several programs in 2018.
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108%
Annual Meeting | January 22 Our 128th Annual Meeting, held at the Union League of Philadelphia, was a soldout affair. More than 400 attendees came together for our most popular member event of the year to celebrate another year of accomplishments for the association and its members. The Board honored 2017’s Supervisory Training Program graduates, and Philip Radomski of Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc., was honored with the Distinguished Director Award for 2017. Former Eagles quarterback, Ron Jaworski gave the keynote, fueled by the excitement from the Philadelphia Eagles becoming NFC Champions the night before.
Growth in Membership Dinner Attendance
Sponsor Thank You Reception | February 12 GBCA greatly appreciates the sponsorship support of our members for our programs and events. GBCA thanked members that sponsored in 2017 at a special cocktail reception held at the GBCA. Members of the GBCA Board of Directors and GBCA staff extended a sincere gratitude of thanks for the support received.
194,000
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Sponsorship Support
Sixty-three GBCA member companies invested more than $194,000—a 13% increase from the previous year—to sponsor GBCA events and programs in 2018. Not only do sponsorships enable GBCA to continue offering diverse programming throughout the year, they also strengthen our association by generating increased awareness of the diverse organizations and resources available within GBCA. 11
Golf Outing | June 18 GBCA hosted the 2018 golf outing at the prestigious Philadelphia Cricket Club, sold out for the 3rd year in a row. Even in 100 degree heat, GBCA members stayed hydrated and played a full 18 holes of golf. We also raised over $2300 towards the Construction Leadership Council’s Alex’s Lemonade Stand fundraising campaign!
Membership Dinners | March 8 and September 27 GBCA hosted two Membership Dinners at the Cescaphe Ballroom in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia and in Center City at The Ballroom at the Ben, welcoming a record number of attendees with over 500 people in attendance. At our first Membership Dinner of 2018 in March, members enjoyed a presentation by Mr. William P. Hankowsky, Chairman, President and CEO of Liberty Property Trust. Our Fall Membership Dinner in September featured Joseph F. Coradino, CEO of PREIT, speaking on the future of retail. It was the largest attendance ever for a GBCA Membership Dinner.
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Active Member Dinner | October 9 Active Members of the GBCA and invited guests attended a dinner to meet and hear remarks by both John J. Dougherty, Business Manager of the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council AFL-CIO and Business Manager of IBEW Local 98 and Ryan Boyer, President of the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council AFL-CIO and Business Manager for the Laborers’ District Council of Metropolitan Philadelphia & Vicinity. It was an opportunity to hear their thoughts about union construction in the area and to learn more about the Building and Construction Trades Council.
Construction Excellence Awards | November 14 The 21st annual Construction Excellence Awards ceremony, held at Vie Ballroom, celebrated building craftsmanship, innovation, and collaboration. This year featured an expanded awards program with 22 categories spanning the variety of specialties represented within GBCA membership, as well as pioneering advancements in safety, and technology.
Holiday Party | December 6 Our members came together to celebrate a year of accomplishments at the Hall of Fame Club at Citizens Bank Park! Attendees enjoyed delicious food, festive drinks, valuable networking opportunities, spread holiday cheer, and were delighted by a visit from the Phillie Phanatic! GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council collected over 150 unwrapped toys for the Holiday Toy Drive to support Northern Children’s Services.
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GBCA By the Numbers EVENTS
1,988
Registered Event Attendees
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194,000
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Networking Events
In Event Sponsorship Dollars
37
500
SAFETY
23
Member companies enrolled in Silica Safety Program
Member Site and OSHA Safety Meetings
EDUCATION
50,199
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Awarded for Tuition Reimbursement
INDUSTRY
26%
Increase in Sponsored CARP Graduates from 2017
MEMBERSHIP
277
Members, 32 New Members
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Bottles of Water Distributed for Rest. Water. Shade.
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Hours in City Council Meetings
96%
Board Participation in PAC Activities
FINANCE
108%
Growth in Membership Dinner attendance from 2016
18%
YOY Increase in Net Assets
5%
Increase in IAP Funds
MARKETING
2,678
110%
839,189
Event Photos
Increase on LinkedIn Clicks
Social Media Impressions
300%
51%
505+
Increase in Social Media Content
E-Newsletter Subscriber Growth
Over 505 million People Saw or Heard GBCA Advertising on TV, Radio, Print, or Online.
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$5,000
CLC
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Networking and TeamBuilding Events
Attendees for the Hard Hat Tour
84,000 lbs
(42 Tons) of Fresh Produce Donated to Philabundance
Raised for Charities
5,160 lbs
of Produce Salvaged for Philabundance
LABOR
134
Hours in Labor Negotiation Meetings
6
CBAs Successfully Negotiated
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WE BUILD
SAFER.
GBCA plays a vital role in providing our members with access to the most upto-date safety resources, training, and best practices. Our programs span safety topics ranging f rom fall protection to preventing opioid abuse, and we work closely with OSHA to encourage the highest safety standards in the industry. In 2018, we continued and expanded our signature safety programs and partnerships while introducing new initiatives.
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Member companies enrolled in Silica Safety Program
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25%
Increase in attendance at Eggs with OSHA
Eggs with OSHA
Silica Safety Program
Our popular breakfast series brought together safety professionals and Philadelphia area and Region III OSHA officials to discuss local, state, and federal OSHA initiatives, and to strategize how to make our workplaces safer. In 2018, this series focused on building a Culture of Safety, and we saw a 25% increase in attendance from 2017.
To address OSHA’s new silica standard, introduced in late 2017 and enforced in 2018, GBCA provided trainings and resources to help member companies stay compliant and safe. GBCA also provided members with a silica testing program, which gave them access to discounted equipment and testing materials, training for the testing equipment, and access to a nationwide historical air quality database.
March 23 | Focus on Leadership June 13 | Understanding Safety Communications September 3 | Leadership and Effective Team Building
Focus Four Training and National Stand Down for Fall Protection Safety: During the months of March, April, May, and June, OSHA requested that all companies focus their safety meetings and toolbox talks on the Focus Four hazards. GBCA posted weekly Toolbox Talks in the News-at-a-Glance newsletter during this four-month period to assist the members in their training efforts. From May 7-11, GBCA participated in or attended several safety stand down events in the region.
Drug and Alcohol Policy In 2018, GBCA created a template drug and alcohol policy for our members. The policy, which by the end of 2018 was undergoing legal review, is designed such that it can be restructured easily as laws change. The policy may be used by all trades, office personnel, allow for recovery and reintroduction of employees, establish guidelines for testing methods, and protect the rights of both employers and employees.
Water. Rest. Shade. Working with OSHA’s “Water. Rest. Shade.” campaign to keep workers safe in the heat, GBCA drew attention to the importance of heat illness prevention by sharing Toolbox Talks and resources on the topic in July. We also closed the monthlong campaign by visiting worksites, handing out water and having heat illness prevention and awareness discussions at four member job sites.
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SMARTER.
GBCA’s dedication to education and professional development ensures our members have the most skilled and highly trained workforce. GBCA’s educational offerings, an entirely IAP funded program, have grown tremendously over the last four years. Our tuition reimbursement and scholarship offerings are more robust and utilized, our seminars and classes are more highly attended, and our workforce development initiatives are creating measurable impact on the industry, cementing GBCA as the industry f rontrunner.
Through training courses, seminars and classes, tuition reimbursement, certif icate programs, and scholarship opportunities, our members and their staff have access to exceptional programs that develop and expand their skills and knowledge. With active workforce development efforts, GBCA also generates signif icant awareness of career opportunities within the construction industry among aspiring professionals and the rising generation of talent.
200+
Attendees at the first-ever Technology Expo
50,199
$
Awarded for Tuition Reimbursement
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2018 Education Highlights In 2018 GBCA introduced a Technology Committee, a subcommittee of Education co-chaired by industry, David Maser of Gilbane, and academia, Ken Sands II of Drexel University, and in November hosted the region’s first ever Construction Technology Expo with over 200 attendees in partnership with AGMA, EBA, MCA, and NECA. With a focus on adapting programs to the changing needs of the industry, GBCA introduced AGC of America’s Certificate of Management-Building Information Modeling (CM-BIM) series. In June, the AIA/GBCA Joint Committee partnered with the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA), to produce “An Owner’s Perspective,” and in December co-hosted a follow up program, “An Owner’s Perspective: Part II.” Increased online trainings offered in 2018 included Construction Materials and Processes, as well as a Microsoft Project course.
Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Fund In 2018, GBCA’s Tuition Reimbursement program distributed over $50,000 to individual members enrolled in construction education programs at local colleges and universities. The association awarded its annual scholarship to benefit students as they advance their construction studies. As part of the GBCA Scholarship Fund, which is an arm of the AGC Education and Research Foundation, student beneficiaries who are enrolled locally in ABET- or ACCE-accredited construction management or construction-related engineering
programs will be awarded an annual $2,500 scholarship, renewable for up to three years, for undergraduate or graduate studies. This year GBCA introduced reimbursements in new programs with the University of Delaware, keeping up with changing industry trends, including safety and drones.
Workforce Development and Community Service In 2018 GBCA cemented a partnership with local owner Penn Medicine to fund and run the PennAssist training program for local high school graduates interested in skilled trades in union construction. In continuing GBCA’s efforts to support industry recruitment at the middle school and high school levels, GBCA continued its Hard Hat Club at the Charter High School for Architecture + Design in Philadelphia and this year created “Build You Career,” a publication promoting careers in the skilled building trades in our region. Support of apprentice ready programs in 2018 meant GBCA proudly provided opportunities for city residents interested in pursuing careers in union construction. Partnerships with the Construction Apprentice Preparatory Program (CAPP) and the Carpenters’ Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) proved once again successful and will continue into 2019.
University & Education Alliances Through partnerships and alliances with several area colleges and universities, GBCA is helping to create the most skilled and highly trained construction workforce.
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GIVING BACK...IN A BIG WAY. The Construction Leadership Council (CLC), the young construction professionals group of GBCA and an extension of the national AGC CLC, is helping to advance and promote the construction industry in the Greater Philadelphia Region. GBCA’s CLC is dedicated to helping young construction professionals strengthen and develop their careers in the industry. The CLC’s Leadership Workshop Series provided members with the professional skills necessary to be effective leaders. February 6 | Motivational Leadership May 11 | Work Life Balance
CLC Leadership Workshop
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October 11 | Go Beyond Networking: Become a connector, not a collector
The CLC also created opportunities for younger professionals to connect with more established executives by holding events such as a behind-the-scenes Hard Hat Tour of the mixed-use development, Lincoln Square. Community service is at the core of the CLC’s mission. In 2018, the CLC raised $3000 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand. The CLC also showed its service through actions. In addition to raising $500 for Back-toSchool supplies, and $1500 and over 150 toys for the holidays, the CLC spent a day at Northern Children’s Services, landscaping and playing with the children. The CLC salvaged over 5100lbs of fresh produce from the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market, redirecting the food to Philadelphians in need and reducing food waste in the city. The CLC also sponsored 93.3 WMMR Preston & Steve’s Camp Out for Hunger, encouraging Philadelphia to “Demolish Hunger” by donating food to Philabundance at the GBCA-branded Donation Area and Tent. The CLC also donated 84,000 lbs of fresh produce, and with Carpenter Contractor Trust on hand to film the live broadcast, GBCA was featured on the radio during the week-long event.
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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS.
GBCA serves as our members’ liaison with local, state, and federal government officials. Our influence continues to increase as the industry experiences significant growth. We are committed to protecting the best interests of our industry and to ensuring our members are well represented in conversations pertaining to government affairs and public policy.
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Hours in City Council Meetings Board Participation in PAC Activities Hours in Labor Negotiation Meetings CBA’s Successfully Negotiated
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Industry Collaborations
Engaging Elected Officials and GBCA PAC
GBCA has been intentional about remaining active in the halls of power in Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Washington DC. We drew upon both new and seasoned relationships with other organizations within our industry. From the Philadelphia Commerce Department’s Business Legislative Advisory Group to the General Contractors Association of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, these relationships help to expand our network of relevant connections and achieve a higher success rate when advocating for our members’ needs.
GBCA is active through political action committees (PACs) at local (GBCA PAC), state (GCAP PAC) and federal levels (AGC PAC) on issues important to GBCA members.
Labor Relations GBCA is the go-to organization for local labor relations support. GBCA takes pride in leading negotiations with our affiliated trades: laborers, carpenters, cement masons, operating engineers, rodsetters, drywall finishers and plasterers. In 2018, GBCA negotiated equitable agreements with the Keystone Mountain Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters; Laborers’ District Council; Cement Masons Local 592; Plasterers’ Local 592; DC 21 International Union of Painters and Allied Trades AFL-CIO-CLC; and Local 405 of the International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforced Ironworkers AFL-CIO.
The GBCA PAC represents the strong, collective voice of our membership and effective leadership on local matters within the City of Philadelphia and surrounding counties. In 2018, the GBCA PAC held two successful fundraisers, where attendees networked and discussed industry topics with elected officials and their staff members. We will be ramping up our political activity for the Mayoral and City Council elections in 2019. Through GCAP PAC, GBCA advocates for industry-advancing legislation in Harrisburg. GCAP PAC provides GBCA with a strong industry presence on statewide issues along with the Master Builders’ Association of Western PA and the Keystone Contractors Association in Central PA. GBCA is active on a national level through AGC PAC. In 2018, GBCA has been influential in solidifying strong AGC PAC support for the Southeastern PA delegation on Capitol Hill.
2018 LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY HIGHLIGHTS GBCA was a prominent voice for our members during critical city, state, and national legislative and regulatory issues. In 2018, GBCA: Philadelphia ■■ Joined the development community to testify against Inclusionary Zoning legislation. ■■ Advocated against the implementation of a 1% Construction Tax to fund affordable housing development. ■■ Worked with elected officials to secure funding for affordable housing without levying a new tax on construction. ■■ Advocated for increased staffing level for the Department of Licensing and Inspections to improve service delivery for our industry. ■■ Participated in the Department of Licensing and Inspections Annual Report Card review process. ■■ Participated on the City’s Regulatory Review Committee to address onerous and dated regulations governing construction and development. Harrisburg ■■ Lobbied to provide public projects with additional project delivery methods beyond the limitations of the separations act. ■■ Lobbied against the repeal of prevailing wage laws. ■■ Lobbied against the reduction of the mandated apprenticeship ratio. Washington, DC ■■ Continued to lobby for Multi-employer Pension Reform. ■■ Supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act which reduced corporate, individual and pass through tax rates.
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BUILDING A LASTING MESSAGE.
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Targeted Advertising In 2018, GBCA’s message was seen or heard over 505 million times through paid advertising and sponsorships in the Greater Philadelphia Region. 2018 started off with GBCA supporting the Philadelphia Eagles as they soared to the Super Bowl: GBCA ran ads on NBCSports TV, 97.5 FM The Fanatic, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Eagles Yearbook. On Independence Day, GBCA published an ad in The Philadelphia Business Journal promoting the legacy of excellence of GBCA members, all the way back to its start as part of the Carpenters Company.
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GBCA also continued its partnership with the Select Greater Philadelphia Council and promoted the strength of Philadelphia’s commercial building industry on the Growing Greater Philadelphia Radio & Podcast Program. Sixteen GBCA members were featured on the radio show, which were aired on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT-AM and hosted as podcasts on Radio.com. Stories about GBCA members’ roles in Philadelphia’s construction industry were also shared through native content and banner ads online. GBCA sponsored the Crane Watch page on the Philadelphia Business Journal website; a feature on upcoming projects in Philadelphia. GBCA also wrote original content for the Philadelphia Business Journal, both for print and the website – highlighting important key topics such as safety, new leadership, and diversity in construction. Philly.com featured a live map of Philadelphia; this map linked to over 25 upcoming projects currently being built by GBCA members. Each point on the map was accompanied by a description of the project and the key GBCA members that were working on it.
Member Communications GBCA keeps its members up-to-date on the latest association and industry news through legacy and new media. GBCA’s award-winning magazine, Construction Today, featured articles from 18 member companies in 2018, and expanded its reach to over 2,500 recipients per issue. Our popular weekly e-newsletter, GBCA News at a Glance, was redesigned and reached over 1600 subscribers by the end of the year. GBCA’s blog and social media channels also increased in activity exponentially this past year. In 2018, the amount of information shared through the blog doubled, and our engagement on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn increased by 300%. We also re-launched our Instagram account, doubling our following in the first six months.
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2018 MEMBERS GBCA members represent more than 250 general contractors (Active Members), subcontractors and specialty contractors (Associate Members), and construction suppliers and service companies (Affiliate Members).
ACTIVE MEMBERS
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc.
A. B. & S. Masonry Corporation
Bittenbender Construction, LP
A.T. Chadwick Company, Inc.
C. Erickson & Sons, Inc.
Acoustics Plus, Inc.
C.H. Schwertner & Son, Inc.
American Floors, Inc.
Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
American Furniture Installation
Commercial Construction, Inc.
AmQuip Crane Rental LLC, A Division of Maxim Crane LP
Component Assembly Systems, Inc. Dale Construction, LLC E.P. Guidi, Inc. Frank T. Lutter, Inc. Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Gilbane Building Company Haverstick-Borthwick Company Healy Long & Jevin, Inc. HSC Builders & Construction Managers INTECH Construction, LLC J. Mann-R. Finley, Inc. James J. Clearkin, Inc. Josam Company L. F. Driscoll Company, LLC LaMarra Construction Lorenzon Brothers Co. Madison Concrete Construction Murphy Quigley Company, Inc. Northwood Construction Company, Inc. Nurminen Construction Corporation P. Agnes, Inc. P.J. Dick, Inc. Philadelphia D & M R.S. Cook & Associates, Inc. Rycon Construction, Inc. Shoemaker Construction Co. Skanska USA Building Inc Stepnowski Bros., Inc. T. N. Ward Company Torcon, Inc. Turner Construction Company Tutor Perini Building Corp.
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D’Angelo Bros., Inc. Delta Connects Inc. Dougherty Electric, Inc. Dzwil Contracting Co. LP E.C. Fence & Iron Works, Inc. Eastern Gunite Co., Inc. EDA Contractors, Inc. Eureka Metal & Glass Service, Inc. Falasca Mechanical Inc.
Anthony Biddle Contractors, Inc.
Five Star Builders
APACHE Industrial Services
Fluidics, Inc.
Applewood Enterprises, Inc.
Foundation Structures, Inc.
Armor Masonry Restoration, Inc.
G.M. McCrossin Inc.
Armour & Sons Electric, Inc.
G.O. Services, LLC
Bayshore Rebar, Inc.
General Asphalt Paving Co.
Belcher Roofing Corporation
George Young Mammoet
Beletz Bros. Glass Co., Inc.
Geppert Bros., Inc.
Bencardino Excavating, Inc.
Graboyes Commercial Window Company
Berlin Steel Construction Co.
Hagen Construction, Inc.
BrandSafway Services, LLC
Henkel and Son LLC
BrightLine Construction, Inc.
Herman Goldner Co., Inc.
Buckley & Company, Inc.
Independence Steel, Inc.
Cameron & Associates 8 Hagen Construction, LLC
J & G Building Group
Carr & Duff, Inc.
James Floor Covering, LLC
Case Foundation Company
Jenkintown Building Services
CDP Construction, LLC
Johnson Controls
Central Metals, Inc.
Joseph Dugan, Inc.
Central Salvage Company, Inc.
Joseph S. Smith Roofing, Inc.
Charles H. MacDonald Electric Co. Inc.
Lenick Construction, Inc.
Chesco Coring & Cutting, Inc.
Limbach Company LLC
Cippco lnc.
L-M Service Co., Inc.
CJ Drilling, Inc.
M. Schnoll & Sons, Inc.
Commerce Construction Corporation
Mara Restoration, Inc.
Concrete Cutting Systems, Inc.
MAS Construction Services, LLC
Connelly Construction Corp.
Mayfield Site Contractors, Inc.
Copeland Surveying, Inc.
McCrossin Foundations, LLC
Corporate Piping, Inc.
McGoldrick Electric, Inc.
CR Meyer
McGregor Industries, Inc.
Crawford Caulking Company
McKinney Drilling Company, LLC
D.M. Sabia & Co., Inc.
Mega Construction Co.
Dan Lepore & Sons Company
Michael J. Kiska Construction
D’Andrea Brothers Concrete Co., Inc.
Mid-Atlantic Steel, LLC
Moretrench
Castor Materials, Inc.
Med-Tex Services, Inc.
National Glass & Metal Company, Inc.
CBIZ MHM, LLC
Men of Steel Enterprises, LLC
NorthStar Contracting Group, Inc.
Charlson Braber McCabe & Denmark
Microsol Resources
Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
Chubb Group Insurance
Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council
Oliver Fire Protection & Security
Citrin Cooperman & Company LLP
Mobilease Modular Space, Inc.
P.A. Fly Contracting, Inc.
ClarkDietrich Building Systems
NECA, Penn-Del-Jersey Chapter
Patriot Roofing Inc.
Clifton Larson Allen LLP
O’Donnell & Naccarato, Inc.
Philadelphia Carpentry Systems, LLP
Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC
Parker McCay P.A.
Precision Door Co., Inc.
Colony Hardware Corporation
Philadelphia Univ. + Jefferson Constr. Mgmt. Programs
PULLMAN SST, Inc., a Structural Group Company
Columbia Green Technologies
PlanGrid
Quinn Construction, Inc.
Commercial Specialty Supply, LLC d/b/a George F. Kempf Supply
PNC Bank
Revolution Recovery, LLC Ritter Contracting, Inc. Robert Slater, Inc. Roma Steel Erection, Inc. Roman Mosaic & Tile Company Sautter Crane Rental Schnabel Foundation Company Shelly Electric Co. Siemens Industry Inc. Smith Flooring, Inc. Southern New Jersey Steel Co., Inc. Steadfast Entities LLC Structural Maintenance Systems Superior Scaffold Services, Inc. The Watson Organization, Inc. Torrado Construction Co., Inc. Tri-State Construction Inc. U.S. Glass & Metal, Inc. Union Electric Contracting Co. United States Roofing Corp. Wayman Fire Protection Window Repairs & Restoration, LLC Wm. Proud Masonry Restoration Co., Inc.
Conner Strong & Buckelew Construction Risk Partners Corporate Facilities, Inc. Cozen O’Connor CrafTech Computer Solutions Cumby, Spencer & Associates Financial Group Davis Bucco Dilworth Paxson LLP Diversified Lighting Associates Drexel University Construction Management Program EBA: Employing Bricklayers Association EHD EisnerAmper LLP Enterprise Truck Rental Excel Document Solutions, Inc. FDRsafety LLC Fineman, Krekstein & Harris Firstrust Bank Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc. Fox Rothschild LLP GEI Consultants, Inc. Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. Graham Company, The Habitat for Humanity
AFFILIATE MEMBERS
HazTek, Inc. Hilti Inc. Horn Williamson, LLC
Post & Schell, P.C. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Re-Steel Supply Co., Inc. Richard Gabriel Assocs. Richard S. Burns and Company, Inc. Rosenberg & Parker Sales Solutions, Inc. Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP Shore Supply Inc. Sierra Investment Partners South Jersey Mechanical Contractors Association Steven Kempf Building Material Co. Stoll Agency, Inc., The Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP Super Enterprises USA, Inc. Susanin Widman & Brennan, P.C. Synergy Electrical Sales, Inc. Tague Lumber, Inc. The Hartford Bond The Law Offices of ATB The Safegard Group, Inc. The Safety Group LTD The Shepherd Agency, LLC The Silvi Group Companies Thornton Tomasetti, Inc. Trauner Consulting Service, Inc. Travelers Bond & Financial Products TrenchTech, Inc.
Action Supply Co.
Image 360
Advanced Disposal Solutions, Inc.
John Adams Law Firm LLC
Unified Door & Hardware Group, LLC, Tru-Fit Frame and Door
Allied Building Products Corp.
Kastle Systems
United Rentals, Inc.
American Global of Pennsylvania
Kieffer’s Appliances
USI Insurance Services
American Institute of Steel Construction AISC
Krando Metal Products
Villanova University College of Professional Studies
AON Risk Solutions, Inc.
Kreischer Miller
VIMCO, Inc.
ARC Document Solutions
Kurtz & Revness, P.C.
Weber Gallagher
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
Liberty Mutual Surety
Westfield Insurance
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
M & T Insurance Agency
Wharton Surety Consultants, LLC
Ascent
MacIntosh Engineering
Wick Fisher White
Ashmead Insurance Associates
Madison Risk Group, LLC
Williamson College of Trades
Ballard Spahr, LLC
Marsh USA Inc.
Willis Towers Watson PLC
Black & Gerngross, P.C.
Maurice Uddoh & Associates, LLC
WIPFLi LLP
Britton Industries
Mazars USA LLP
Wouch, Maloney & Co., LLP
Burns & McDonnell
McCarter & English, LLP
Zurich Surety
Capital Project Management, Inc.
Mechanical & Service Contractors Association of Eastern PA
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GBCA STAFF Our team of dedicated, knowledgeable professionals stand ready to deliver exceptional service and support to our members and partners. This year, the GBCA team welcomed a number of new staff members, making the GBCA offices a full house.
BENJAMIN J. CONNORS, ESQ. President
LANCE CLAIBORNE
FRANK DURSO
KRISTIN DEFRANCISCO
Director, Industry Relations
Director, Safety Services
Director, Finance and Administration
ANGELA HENDRIX
BYRON LEE
ANNE LIBERTO
Director, Education and Professional Development
Manager, Marketing & Communications
Director, Membership Development and Services
DIANE REYNOLDS
ROSEANN ROTZ
LAUREN TOSTI
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Administrative Assistant
Director, Marketing and Communications
STAFF
2019
DATES TO REMEMBER EVENTS Eggs with OSHA
03.01
Membership Dinner
03.14
AGC Fall Protection Seminar
06.15 - 06.17
Golf Outing
06.17
AGC + CLC National Leadership Conference
09.12 - 09.13
Eggs with OSHA
09.20
Membership Dinner
09.26
Construction Technology Expo
10.29
Construction Excellence Awards Holiday Party
11.14 12.04
CONSTRUCTION TODAY ISSUE DATE
PUBLISH DATE
Issue 1
April 2019
Issue 2
August 2019
Issue 3
December 2019
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