The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission in the workplace. The ETS establishes binding requirements to protect employees of large employers (100 or more employees) from the risk of contracting COVID-19 in the workplace. Here are […]
The AGC-GM’s CLC recently partnered with the Chicagoland AGC’s CLC and the AGC of WI for a fantastic leadership development course on Building our Personal Foundation that featured Leadership Surge’s Alex Willis. Alex Willis, founder and CEO of Leadership Surge, was a dynamic speaker that helped our attendees explore the concepts behind the 4 Lenses […]
AGC Associate Safety Director, Gert Grohmann, recently raised money for St Jude’s Children’s Research hospital by doing the David Goggins 4x4x48 challenge. This means that Gert had too complete 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours. Below you’ll find Gert telling his story and experience doing the challenge. 4x4x48 Challenge – Gert Grohmann David […]
This past month the AGC-GM, the AGC of Wisconsin and the WI Chapter of AIA launched a new partnership to enhance and coordinate efforts between contractors and architectural firms. Holding its first meeting virtually, the committee heard from and had a discussion with senior staff from the State of Wisconsin Department of Professional and Safety […]
The AGC of Greater Milwaukee’s (AGC) Education and Research (E&R) Foundation is pleased to announce a contribution totaling $15,000 has been made to the ACE Mentor Program’s Milwaukee Chapter, an organization that introduces high school students to the wide range of career opportunities in architecture, construction, engineering, and related areas of the building design and […]
The Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee (AGC) is excited to announce Mike Stern, J.H. Findorff & Son Inc., as our 2021 President. Mike was first elected to serve on the AGC Board of Directors in 2018 and brings great passion and understanding of the leadership AGC provides to the industry. Prior to being elected […]
The AGC is excited to welcome new members ABGI, Buteyn-Peterson Construction Co, The Vander Bloemen Group LLC, PeachyClean Commercial Construction Cleaning, Countertop Designs LLC to the association! The diversity of these new member’s services provides a perfect representation of the wide array of connection you can make as a member of the AGC! Learn More […]
Selzer-Ornst Construction Co. owner Matthew Tadisch is stepping into the shoes of long-time colleague Bob Lemke to become one of the owners of housing developer Wisconsin Redevelopment. The shared ownership will mean close coordination between the Wauwatosa construction company and Milwaukee development firm. Tadisch said he has known Lemke more than 15 years, and has […]
COVID-19 hasn’t stopped the AGC’s Construction Leadership Council (CLC) from putting on the same great education and leadership development trainings as it always does. Check out what they have planned for the month of November. Make a Difference Day Saturday – November 7th Washington Park – 1859 N. 40th Street 9:00 am – 12:00 pm […]
Haribo of America hired Gilbane Building Co. to start work before the end of this year on the company’s $300 million gummi bear plant in Pleasant Prairie, its first facility in the United States. The project is one the largest economic development deals pending in southeast Wisconsin, with 385 full-time jobs expected to be created. […]
The AGC of Greater Milwaukee was proud to be a Bronze Sponsor for The Daily Reporter’s 21st annual Top Projects. This event recognized outstanding achievements by Wisconsin builders, owners, engineers, architects and more. Along with honoring these outstanding achievements they also unveiled the “Best in Show” from 2019, as chosen by a panel of industry […]
The AGC of Greater Milwaukee celebrated safety week by announcing and distributing our Milwaukee Construction Industry Safety Council’s (MCISC) annual Safety Awards. Normally given out during our Past Presidents and Awards Night, this years award winners received their plaques during AGC Safety Week. These awards are given to AGC Members who took our MCISC Annual […]
AGC members all across milwaukee recently celebrated AGC Safety /National Safety Stand-Down Week. Construction companies reinforced and celebrated our shared commitment to safety with safety meetings, equipment demonstrations, job tours and more. Check out how some of our members celebrated below: Gilbane – Vendors came to Foxconn Site and set booths up to show their […]
It may have been rainy and cold, but we still had an amazing time at this years CLC Golf Outing! Thank you to our many generous sponsors and our sold-out crowd of golfers who joined us at the beautiful Ironwood Golf Course and helped us raise funds for the CLC and the AGC Education and […]
AGC Members, It is with heavy heart that we received word from the leadership of JP Cullen that President, Ron Becher, passed away this past month. As many of you know, Ron served on the Board of AGC-GM from 2010 to 2014 , and as Board President in 2013. In his tenure on the AGC-GM […]
AGC Coronavirus Resources During these unprecedented and ever-changing times, AGC of Greater Milwaukee is working to ensure you are prepared with the latest information and resources related to COVID-19. We are working around the clock to keep you and your teams safe and supported. We will continue to monitor the situation and update the information […]
It may have been rainy and cold but we still had an amazing time at this years CLC Golf Outing ! Thank you to our many generous sponsors and our sold-out crowd of golfers who joined us at the beautiful Ironwood Golf Course and helped us raise funds for the CLC and the AGC Education […]
AGC URGENT ACTION ALERT The nation’s multiemployer pension plan system is facing a crisis. Over 100 plans and a million participants’ retirement security are in jeopardy. Various measures have been proposed to address the severe underfunding of these plans and the federal agency serving as their financial backstop: the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. However, one […]
Another AGC Golf Classic, another outstanding sell-out! Thank you to our many generous sponsors and our sold-out crowd who joined us at the Exclusive Wisconsin Country Club and helped us raise funds for the AGC Education and Research Foundation. See More Pictures from the AGC Golf Classic here. This event may be over, but we […]
Members of our Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) Steering Committee recently practiced one of their core tenets, service, by partnering with Milwaukee Riverkeeper for a River Clean-up along the Hank Aaron State Trail’s section of the Menomonee River. Milwaukee River Keeper’s mission is to protect, improve and advocate for water quality, riparian wildlife habitat, and sound […]
Alex Zank – BizTimes Mark Kessenich in June took over as the head of AGC of Greater Milwaukee, a trade group serving more than 300 employers, including 21 of the largest contractors, in the region. He joined AGC from Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership’s Big Step program, where he worked to recruit and train skilled workers. […]
The construction industry has experienced some very significant and sudden changes during the past few months that have led to dramatic changes in demand for work and the need for new workers. With your help, the AGC will have a better understanding how those changes are impacting the industry’s current workforce needs, and how to […]
Be sure to set aside Wednesday, September 9th for the Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) Annual Golf Outing ! We will once again be at the Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex, and will feature lunch and dinner catered by Bunzels, contests on the course, the now famous helicopter ball-drop, live music, and more! Sponsorships for the […]
Thank you to our many generous sponsors and our sold-out crowd of golfers who joined us at the exclusive Wisconsin Country Club and helped us raise funds for the AGC Education and Research Foundation. Below you’ll find the winning teams from the Outing and the Winners of our On-Course Contests. Prizes will be mailed to […]
Gov. Evers’ recently issued an executive order requiring statewide face covering inside private businesses and office spaces unless an exception applies. Businesses will not be required to provide face coverings for their employees or customers, though they can decide to offer face coverings to employees or customers. Local and state officials may enforce the order […]
On July 16, 2020, The Daily Reporter honored its Hard Hat Safety Award winners with a virtual event that included a safety panel discussion featuring AGC Safety Director Dan Burazin. The Daily Reporter Hard Hat Safety Awards honored companies for their continued, successful work keeping employees and the public safe.This year’s group of honorees placed […]
Sponsor the AGC Golf Classic Today! Monday, August 10th – Wisconsin Country Club Even though the golf portion of this event is sold out, we still have plenty of sponsorship opportunities that can help get your company directly in front of your target market. Learn more about the AGC Golf Classic’s Sponsorship Opportunities here. All […]
The Milwaukee Common Council passed a citywide mask mandate on Monday, July 13th. This mandate requires anyone over the age of 3 years old to wear a face covering inside public spaces. The AGC-GM hosted an important informational session regarding the MKE Cares Mask Ordinance with Claire Evers, Deputy Commissioner of the City of Milwaukee […]
The Milwaukee Common Council on Monday, July 13, passed a citywide mask mandate requiring anyone over the age of 3 years old to wear a face covering inside public spaces. The AGC-GM hosted an important informational session regarding the MKE Cares Mask Ordinance with Claire Evers, Deputy Commissioner of the City of Milwaukee Health Department […]
The CDC and DHS have updated the COVID -19 isolation and release times for people that have been diagnosed with and people that have been tested and are awaiting test results for COVID-19. The self-isolation release time has been increased from 7 to 10 days. If you have employees self-isolating please contact your county health […]
Associated General Contractors of America Organized the Nationwide Safety Stand Down to Make Sure Firms and Workers Know, and Follow, All Coronavirus-Related Safety Procedures and Practices Hundreds of construction firms across the country are stopping work today to hold what are called safety stand downs focusing on ways to protect construction workers and the public […]
Association Officials Urge Quick Enactment of Infrastructure Investment, Relief for Hard-Hit Firms and Pensions in Order to Save Jobs in Construction and Supplier Industries More than a quarter of construction firms responding to an online survey conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America last week reported they had furloughed or terminated jobsite workers because […]
A Message from AGC-GM Chief Executive Officer Mike Fabishak: AGC Members, I am writing to provide you the details of the provisions associated with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act which just went into effect and expires on December 31, 2020. This Act passed by Congress and signed by the President applies to private employers […]
The federal government recently released a list detailing “critical infrastructure industries” whose workers are “essential” and should continue normal work schedules. Although the document lists industries for which construction is absolutely critical, our industry was not explicitly included. Even though the list “is not, nor should it be considered to be, a federal directive or standard […]
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced new action regarding how American workers and employers will benefit from the protections and relief offered by the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act, both part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The department’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) […]
Survey Finds Contractors Face Shortages of Materials and Workers, Delivery Delays and Cancellations; Association Officials Urge Additional Measures to Help Workers, Firms and the Economy to Recover Construction spending in February increased 6.0 percent from February 2019, with year-over-year gains in both residential and nonresidential outlays, according to a new analysis of federal data released today […]
The Associated General Contractors (AGC) chapters of Wisconsin and Greater Milwaukee have partnered to declare April 6-10, 2020 as “COVID-19 Safety Stand-Down Week” in Wisconsin. This declaration is in response to a recent meeting between AGC contractors and Governor Evers. During the March 31st meeting, Governor Evers emphasized that “Safety is Job #1” during this […]
The AGC of Greater Milwaukee and the AGC of Wisconsin have been in joint conference calls regarding the current situation in Wisconsin as it pertains to COVID-19. Some of you have participated in these discussions. In order to assist contractors in their efforts to keep their people safe, here are the latest documents that the […]
AGC, along with our industry partners on the Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC), is pushing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to re-evaluate its decision to treat cases of employees contracting COVID-19 as recordable incidents. Instead, healthcare providers should be required to report these cases on their logs because they are in direct contact […]
On March 20, Treasury, IRS and DOL announced their intent to implement these new mandates. Items to note: SMALL BUSINESS EXEMPTIONS: It appears that guidance/regulations will be issued from the Secretary of Labor to exempt small businesses with fewer than 50 employees from the leave requirements relating to school closings or child care unavailability where the […]
The Senate could vote on a new $2 TRILLON+ COVID-19 relief package shortly. Negotiations are extremely fluid. On March 20, AGC of America shared it’s priorities and policy proposals in a letter to all members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives and received confirmation from key legislators and officials that many of our […]
OSHA recordkeeping requirements at 29 CFR Part 1904 mandate covered employers record certain work-related injuries and illnesses on their OSHA 300 log. COVID-19 can be a recordable illness if a worker is infected as a result of performing their work-related duties. However, employers are only responsible for recording cases of COVID-19 if all of the […]
The Wisconsin construction industry, including both labor and management, has come together to communicate specific strategies they are taking to combat the COVID-19 outbreak. Deriving from CDC and OSHA workplace recommendations, the following strategies are being implemented across the state to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone in the construction industry. View the industry’s […]
On March 18, 2020, Congress approved and the president signed into law legislation that includes mandates for employer-fronted federal paid leave—emergency sick leave and emergency paid family and medical leave described below. These requirements take effect on April 2, 2020, and sunset on December 31, 2020. However, the legislative environment remains fluid. The Senate could […]
COVID-19 Best Practices for Construction Jobsites Personal Responsibilities Social Distancing Jobsite / Office Practices Managing Sick Employees Government Resources Vendor Resources For detailed practices, click here and here. Defense and Civilian Agencies Respond to AGC’s Request for Guidance for Direct Federal Contractors USACE, GSA, and others provide guidance and planning for potential contract impacts due […]
A Message from AGC-GM Chief Executive Officer Mike Fabishak: AGC Members, I wanted to let you know that I have been in contact with the AGC of America since last week concerning the corona virus. I was particularly interested in understanding what actions they have taken on issues centered around paid sick leave, reportable incidents […]
A Message from AGC-GM Chief Executive Officer Mike Fabishak: AGC Members, The AGC of America will be holding a very important WebED on the Coronavirus this Friday, March 20th at 2:00 PM (EDT) to give an update on the impact of the virus on the construction industry. The details of the WebED are below and […]
A Message from AGC-GM Chief Executive Officer Mike Fabishak: AGC Members, I am writing to all AGC of Greater Milwaukee Members, as well as all area contractors on behalf of Vice President Pence request concerning the donation of N95 Face Masks to area hospitals. With the outbreak of the coronavirus, there has been a shortage […]
In a March 16, 2020 letter to the Senate, AGC stressed the need to address the 14 weeks of employer-fronted paid leave mandated under the House-passed H.R. 6201, the Families First Corona virus Response Act, and to offer workable solutions. AGC cannot support a Senate product that includes this House-passed proposal in H.R. 6201 and […]
More Ways to Save with AGC! AGC’s 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 office supplies to cloud-based construction management solutions, AGC has partnered with some of the best to give you the most for your money and improve your daily business operations. […]
We’ve heard the grim statistics in survey after survey — the labor shortage has 70% of contractors missing deadlines and it simply isn’t letting up. The industry is bogged down in constraints even at the peak of its economic cycle, but fixating on this is discouraging to companies targeting continuous growth and improvement. Without minimizing […]
Be sure to set aside Thursday, June 20th for the AGC Construction Leadership Council’s Annual Golf Outing! We will be at the Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex, and feature an all-day lunch, contests on the course, buffet dinner, raffles, door prizes, helicopter ball-drop, live music, and more! Sponsorships for the AGC Construction Leadership Council Annual […]
Registration closes May 7th for the Past Presidents’ and Awards Night, May 14th at the Wisconsin Club! We’d love for you to join us in helping us recognize our past leadership, and to congratulate the companies who will be receiving Safety Awards along with our other award honorees. The Past Presidents’ and Awards Night is […]
Over the last month the AGC has been seeing incredible member participation at our classes and training sessions. We are pleased to say that with only a month into the fall semester we’ve been able to train over 100 construction professionals. We love seeing this amount of participation from our members and their commitment to […]
This past week we kicked off a brand new course, the Construction Supervision Fundamentals (CSF) program! CSF provides front-line management with a path to develop communication, teamwork and operational competence, improving organizational project performance. We’d like to thank the AGC of America for choosing our chapter to host this three-day course and for their support […]
The AGC-GM’s Construction Leadership Council brings in the new school year with the CLC All-Student Chapter Meeting at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on September 20th. The first half of the program featured an open networking session with construction professionals and over forty students from the local AGC student chapters. This networking provided an excellent opportunity for […]
The Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee’s Construction Leadership Council (CLC) and over 45 professionals and students attended a Project Tour at Synergy at Mayfair Collection on September 26th. Located at the Mayfair Collection in Wauwatosa, Synergy at the District is a unique 450,000 sf multifamily/mixed use space with 290 enclosed parking stalls. The 6-story […]
Leaders from our AGC-GM Construction Leadership Council attended the leadership development conference in Washington D.C. from September 29th- October 1st. The CLC Leadership Development Conference brought together emerging construction leaders from across the country in various construction sectors to network, learn and share. This unique event was an opportunity to connect with fellow emerging leaders […]
Foxconn Technology Group on October 2nd said it has bought a three-story, 46,000-square-foot office building in downtown Racine and will turn the structure into yet another of what the company is calling its innovation centers. The purchase of the building at 1 Main St., near the Root River, promises a boost for downtown Racine — […]
As highlighted in the Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s most recent Tax Bulletin, the Tax Exemption for building materials that become part of a facility has been extended to include public higher education construction contracts entered into on or after July 1, 2018. The AGC of Greater Milwaukee supported this legislative initiative in the Spring of […]
We are pleased to announce that the AGC of America have chosen the AGC of Greater Milwaukee to host a brand new course, the Construction Supervision Fundamentals (CSF) program! CSF provides front-line management with a path to develop the knowledge and skills to boost communication, teamwork, and operational competence to improve organizational project performance. Held […]
It was a beautiful night for Baseball and an even better night for tailgating. The evening was filled with burgers, brats, beer and great company. Thank you to everyone who came to this year’s AGC/CLC Brewers Tailgate and special thanks to JF Ahern for hosting our summer social for the 3rd year in a row! […]
Earlier this week, AGC of Greater Milwaukee hosted its Annual Golf Classic at the Exclusive Wisconsin Country Club. Check out photos from the AGC Golf Classic here. Thanks to our many generous sponsors and a Sold-Out crowd of over 140 golfers, we enjoyed another successful fundraising event for the AGC Education and Research Foundation. We […]
The Wisconsin Compensation Rating Bureau (WCRB) recently released the new annually adjusted Workers Compensation Rates, which go into effect October 1, 2018. These numbers continue a recent trend of declining rates. The WCRB promulgates the annual Workers Compensation Rates, which are then approved by the State of Wisconsin, Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. This […]
Given the vital importance of developing our future workforce, we are providing the following report on AGC’s workforce development activities. It highlights our involvement, leadership and effort in addressing the critical need for new workers in the construction industry. With the lack of availability of employable candidates reaching record levels, AGC and the construction industry […]
Monday, August 13th at the Exclusive Wisconsin Country Club Register today for the Annual AGC Golf Classic! It will be held Monday, August 13th at the exclusive Wisconsin Country Club. All proceeds from this event go toward funding scholarships to our local universities for students entering construction studies through the AGC Education & Research Foundation. […]
In a special three-part series in the Milwaukee business journal AGC of Greater Milwaukee president and other construction professionals detailed strategies on recruiting and building the construction work force.
The U.S. added 313,000 new jobs in February, the biggest gain in a year and a half and clear evidence that a strong economy has plenty of room to run.
VJS Construction Services is helping to lead the commercial construction industry forward! Jake Jorgensen, VJS Partner and Project Manager, has been appointed to a one-year term as Chair of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) National Construction Leadership Council (CLC).
Last week members of the AGC’s Education & Research Foundation, hosted representatives from Marquette University, MSOE and UWM for research grant proposals to help usher in a new era of hands-on construction-related tools in higher education.
With Urban Senior living on the upswing St. Johns on the Lake will be adding an addition to there already impressive facility’s to keep up with their consistently growing waitlist.
An owner may have several project requirements, ranging from energy efficiency and environmental concerns, to durability and sustainability. Meeting these and other priorities requires you to establish a and follow a process on every project. That is why the AGC of Greater Milwaukee is teaming up with industry experts to bring you…
Officials from Foxconn and Northwestern Mutual as well as Wisconsin Governor, Scott Walker, announced that the Taiwan based electronics manufacturer has bought a seven-story office building and will be setting up a headquarters in Downtown Milwaukee.
The AGC Charities Inc, the charitable arm of the Associated General Contractors of America, is providing 83 construction workers in Texas with a total of $195,000 in donated funds to help cover losses they incurred as a result of Hurricane Harvey. The checks, which amount to $2,350 per construction workers, are intended to help employees of firms that belong to the association cover the costs of uninsured and uncompensated damages caused by the storm.
What a way to kick off the new year! Thank you to the 180 individuals who attended our 2018 Annual Meeting and a special thanks to all of our sponsors who made this night possible, CG Schmidt, Inc., Cornerstone Plumbing, LLC, iSqFt, J.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc., Milwaukee Scaffolding Inc., Mortenson Construction and Spancrete! We had the distinct pleasure of hosting Alan Yang, Senior Foxconn Representative and UW-Madison Alumni, and Matthew Moroney, Director of Strategic Economic Initiatives, Wisconsin Dept. of Admin., who presented us with
Thank you to everyone who helped us rumble into the new year by attending the Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) Annual Kickoff and at the Harley-Davidson Museum®! Along with all of the participants we couldn’t have put on such a great event without our generous sponsors Beeler Construction, Inc., Berghammer Construction Corporation, CG Schmidt, Inc., Creative Constructors, LLC, Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental, Fabick Cat, F.J.A. Christiansen Roofing Co., Inc., Hetzel-Sanfilippo Inc., Hurtado Zimmerman S.C., Ideal Crane Rental, Inc., iSqFt, J.H. Findorff & Son, Inc., JP Cullen & Sons, Inc., Langer Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc., Mortenson Construction, State Painting Company, The Blue Book Network and VJS Construction Services.
