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December 2021
People: The Big Story for Construction, 2022
By Jack Rubinger
People — caring, feeding, nourishing and retaining — are the big story for the construction industry as we head into 2022. While other industries have done a great job keeping people happy, healthy and in good humor, the construction industry has lagged behind in these skills. Driven by deadlines, increased pressure to come in under budget and concerns about supply costs, construction companies have traditionally focused more on recruiting.
ASA-HC IS ENCOURAGING SAFETY ON THE ROAD
A fleet safety program establishes the policies and procedures needed to help ensure a safe work environment for employees. It can also help protect against liability from vehicle accidents. There are no guarantees that an accident will not happen. This is why fleet and vehicle safety training should be a part of every company’s formal safety program. In coordination with ASA-HC member Adams Insurance Service, ASA-HC’s Safety & Health Committee has numerous toolbox talks and webinars directly related to vehicle safety.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Schmooze & Mingle with Hoar Construction
Thursday, December 9 | 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a Schmooze & Mingle! These events present a great opportunity to meet and visit with ASA-HC members and individuals from ASA GC Partner Hoar Construction in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere
Lien & Bond Claims Program
Friday, December 10 | 9 a.m.
For subcontractors and suppliers, the ultimate goal is to be paid in full for all the work performed. Attendance at this three-hour seminar is a MUST for all who deal with bond and lien claims, and accounts receivables, too. The seminar will focus on requirements for submitting and perfecting bond and lien claims, forms for notices and claims, time limits on claims, prosecution of bond and lien claims, consideration for public (local, state and federal) and private projects, prompt pay acts and practical pointers for getting paid faster on bond and lien claims.
Dec 7th
Dec 9th
Dec 10th
Friday, February 4, 2022
6 – 9:30 p.m.
The Bell Tower on 34th
901 W. 34th Street | Houston, Texas
It’s a 90s-themed night celebrating Houston’s incredible contractors! Miss out and you’ll be totally buggin’. Sponsorship opportunities are available now!
ASA-HC IN FOCUS
She Builds It: Women’s Peer Group Community Service Day
The ladies of ASA-HC headed to Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center in mid-November to help prepare the site’s 1830s log cabin for Pioneer Days festivities!
Brianna Built It Holiday Happy Hour & Fundraiser
On December 1, the men and women of ASA-HC enjoyed an afternoon in honor of late Executive Director Brianna F.E. Wright! The day was a chance to visit, celebrate the season and bring in funds and gift cards for families in need. Thanks to your generosity, we raised $4,500 for 14 deserving families!
DID YOU KNOW?
At the Houston Food Bank, $10 = 30 Meals
In the spirit of the holiday season, the Houston Food Bank wants you to know how far your donation goes to help fight hunger. For every dollar donated, they can provide three meals. That’s 30 meals for only $10! In the Houston Food Bank’s 18-county service area, there are nearly 1 million food insecure individuals, meaning individuals who cannot afford enough food to fuel a regular healthy lifestyle. In 2021, with the help of the community:
207 million nutritious meals
were made possible
8.5 million meals
were provided to kids through Backpack Buddy, Kids Cafe and School Market programs
91 million pounds
of fresh produce were provided to those in need
GC PARTNERS
For more information about the GC Partners program, click here.
ASA-HOUSTON MEMBER NEWS OF NOTE
Member Companies Recognized by Associated Builders & Contractors – Houston Chapter
Congratulations to all ASA-HC members who were honored at ABC’s recent awards program! Recognized projects included:
Company | Project
Camarata Masonry Systems | Rice University Music and Performing Arts Center
Camarata Masonry Systems | Gables Republic Square/Hotel ZaZa
Camarata Masonry Systems | Barryknoll Apartments
Camarata Masonry Systems | Houston Botanic Garden
GMI - Greater Metroplex Interiors, Inc. | Novel River Oaks
Griesenbeck Architectural Products, Inc. | POST HTX
Haley-Greer, Inc. | 405 Colorado
Holes Incorporated | The PA Smith Hotel: The Geisel House Renovation
Karsten Interior Services | The Ion Finish Interior
Karsten Interior Services | Houston Center Repositioning
Karsten Interior Services | Broadstone Museum District
MAREK | Museum of Fine Arts Houston — Nancy & Rich Kinder Building
Polk Mechanical Company | Delivery Station DSX7
Polk Mechanical Company | Live Nation
TDIndustries, Inc. | Memorial Hermann Pavilion II (Sarofim Pavilion)
Camarata Masonry Systems Receives Craftsmanship Excellence Award, Golden Trowel
Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd. (CMS) was given the first Craftsmanship Excellence Award by the Cast Stone Institute for the company’s work on the Brockman Hall for Opera at Rice University. The Cast Stone Institute was formed in 1927 and is the common voice for the cast stone industry, disseminating current information and standards regarding the design, manufacturing, installation and use of cast stone. In addition, CMS received the Golden Trowel Award from the Texas Masonry Council and Associated Masonry Contractors of Houston.
Andrews Myers Named Among Houston’s Top Mid-Sized Companies
For the third year, Andrews Myers ranked among the best mid-sized companies in the Houston Business Journal’s list of Best Places to Work. This year came in at No. 1 (again)! The annual list recognizes companies headquartered in the Houston area that demonstrate a positive company culture and employee appreciation.
Houston Chronicle, Houston Business Journal Recognize BCH as a Great Place to Work
Member company Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates (BCH) recently ranked No. 7 among mid-sized companies for the Houston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, and No. 11 on the Houston Chronicle’s list of Top Workplaces! Both awards recognize companies for fostering a positive, engaging and rewarding environment for team members.
ASA-HC WANTS TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR COMPANY NEWS
Whether you’ve won an award, someone received a promotion, you’ve moved offices or now offer new services, let us know what’s going on.
Thank You to Our 2021-22 Industry Leaders!
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