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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>AGC News</title> <atom:link href="https://news.agc.org/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://news.agc.org/</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:25:56 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2</generator> <image> <url>https://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/newsfavicon-150x150.png</url> <title>AGC News</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height></image> <item> <title>It’s Not Too Late to Get Recognized: Apply for an AGC Award Now!</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/news/its-not-too-late-to-get-recognized-apply-for-an-agc-award-now/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/news/its-not-too-late-to-get-recognized-apply-for-an-agc-award-now/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[agcnews]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:24:20 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[AGC Awards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Building]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal/Heavy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Highway]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Utility]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10167</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>There’s still time to showcase your company’s accomplishments! We encourage all AGC member firms in good standing who meet the competition requirements to apply online and gain the recognition your outstanding projects deserve. Don’t miss this opportunity to be honored on a national stage—apply now for the 2026 Baldwin Group Build America Award, Marvin M. [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/news/its-not-too-late-to-get-recognized-apply-for-an-agc-award-now/">It’s Not Too Late to Get Recognized: Apply for an AGC Award Now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s still time to showcase your company’s accomplishments! We encourage all AGC member firms in good standing who meet the competition requirements to apply online and gain the recognition your outstanding projects deserve.</p> <p>Don’t miss this opportunity to be honored on a national stage—apply now for the 2026 <a href="https://smr.to/p103901">Baldwin Group Build America Award</a>, <a href="https://smr.to/p103903">Marvin M. Black Excellence in Partnering & Collaboration Award</a> and the<a href="https://smr.to/p103902"> AGC in the Community Award</a>.</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/news/its-not-too-late-to-get-recognized-apply-for-an-agc-award-now/">It’s Not Too Late to Get Recognized: Apply for an AGC Award Now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/news/its-not-too-late-to-get-recognized-apply-for-an-agc-award-now/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>CLC 2025: A Student’s Perspective on Building the Future</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/clc/clc-2025-a-students-perspective-on-building-the-future/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/clc/clc-2025-a-students-perspective-on-building-the-future/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tori Crockett]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:13:09 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[AGC Foundation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[CLC]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Workforce Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Construction Education]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Foundation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Students]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10148</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The 2025 CLC Leadership Development Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is the premier annual event for like-minded leaders from across the nation’s construction industry. Attendees will develop their leadership skills, enjoy networking events, and engage in meaningful discussions about industry best practices. Members can also learn how to grow their local Construction Leadership Committee group. Philip [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/clc/clc-2025-a-students-perspective-on-building-the-future/">CLC 2025: A Student’s Perspective on Building the Future</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="404" height="404" src="http://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Philip_Williams-edited.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-10154" srcset="https://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Philip_Williams-edited.jpg 404w, https://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Philip_Williams-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Philip_Williams-edited-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 404px) 100vw, 404px" /></figure> <p><a href="https://clc.agc.org/">The 2025 CLC Leadership Development Conference </a>in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is the premier annual event for like-minded leaders from across the nation’s construction industry. Attendees will develop their leadership skills, enjoy networking events, and engage in meaningful discussions about industry best practices. Members can also learn how to grow their local Construction Leadership Committee group. </p> <div class="wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex"><p>Philip Williams, a rising senior in Civil Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, will share his journey and outlook as an emerging construction professional at this year’s CLC Leadership Development Conference. A 2025 recipient of the AGC CLC Scholarship, Philip will offer a thoughtful perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation of the construction industry.</p></div> <p>At CLC 2025, Philip will share his journey of academics, leadership, and career aspirations, highlighting how the AGC CLC Scholarship supported his path in the construction industry. As an active member of Pittsburgh’s AGC Student Chapter, Philip will share how his involvement with AGC has supported his path in the construction industry. </p> <p><strong>CLC MEMBERS:</strong> If you are unable to attend the Conference but you would like to support the CLC Scholarship, <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">please text CLC2025 to 76278</mark> or visit <a href="https://clc.agc.org/agenda/www.agc.org/foundation">https://clc.agc.org/agenda/www.agc.org/foundation</a></p> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/clc/clc-2025-a-students-perspective-on-building-the-future/">CLC 2025: A Student’s Perspective on Building the Future</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/clc/clc-2025-a-students-perspective-on-building-the-future/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Next in Line</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/constructor-magazine/next-in-line/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/constructor-magazine/next-in-line/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeanie Clapp]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 19:51:59 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Constructor Magazine]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Workforce Development]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10145</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>How Ryan Companies is elevating future builders As labor shortages and a widening skills gap continue to affect the construction industry, data from a recent AGC of America workforce survey, done in partnership with NCCER, show that nearly four out of five contractors currently have one or more unfilled craft positions and two-thirds have at [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/constructor-magazine/next-in-line/">Next in Line</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Ryan Companies is elevating future builders</h3> <p>As labor shortages and a widening skills gap continue to affect the construction industry, data from a recent AGC of America workforce survey, done in partnership with NCCER, show that nearly four out of five contractors currently have one or more unfilled craft positions and two-thirds have at least one unfilled salaried positions on the books. </p> <p>However, one construction firm has found a creative and effective way to address both issues at once: pairing seasoned superintendents with younger colleagues who are learning the ropes. Adopting this approach has allowed Ryan Companies, a member of multiple AGC chapters, to not only fill critical experience gaps but also boost productivity in a mutually beneficial way. </p> <p>“Once you start getting to that retirement age, there’s not a lot of marketplace out there because people don’t want to have somebody for a couple of years and then they retire,” explained Joe Johnson, vice president of field operations at Ryan Companies. However, Johnson said that Ryan Companies has a different outlook: The company hires seasoned professionals in the twilight of their careers so those last few years can be spent pouring their knowledge and skill into the next generation.</p> <p>The need for this program became apparent during the economic struggles of the early 2010s and during COVID-19, said Johnson. During both of those times, the older generation began to retire at a higher rate while the incoming workforce didn’t yet have the knowledge or skill to fill in the gap. It was clear that the industry needed to pivot. </p> <p>Johnson believes there’s value in bringing back seasoned employees who may only want to work a few more years. </p> <p>“A lot of other construction companies don’t really extend offers to people like that because they’re thinking, ‘I’m trying to build. I want somebody here for 20 years.’ But if you don’t have the person with the 20 years of knowledge to share with the person you’re trying to develop for the next 20, that program really doesn’t work. All you’re doing is putting a very inexperienced person onto the jobsite or into the office that is going to unnecessarily struggle when you could oblige those people who do want to come back into the workforce where they can drop that knowledge on all the younger individuals and then go off into retirement understanding that now they have a legacy to leave behind. We see great value in that.” </p> <p>The way that the program works is simple, Johnson explained. First, the veteran leaders are placed at the head of a job as a superintendent. Next, they are paired with a newcomer to the industry. Although the veteran leader may not necessarily be present on the jobsite every day, the newcomer now has a person to call when issues arise. </p> <p>“Instead of calling 20 different people to try to find the answer, now we have someone on the job that’s probably already dealt with that exact predicament, and they’re able to instantly and quickly help that individual and then resolve the issue,” said Johnson. </p> <p>Among the advantages of this program, Johnson highlighted, is how it has shaped the culture of the company. The older generations have been able to instill a sense of pride and dedication to their craft in the younger generation. That, in turn, has helped map out effective succession plans. </p> <p>Furthermore, Johnson offers this advice: Do not dismiss an older candidate merely to save money, assuming you won’t retain them for two or three decades. </p> <p>“Everything in this industry is typically going to cost,” he pointed out. “If you solely focus on cost and don’t focus on your people and how you’re training those people and how you develop those people, you’re going to struggle. Then the cost is going to be impacted, whether you’re trying to prevent it or not. If you can control something, which is the training and advice and mentorship of your younger people with a more seasoned professional who is willing to be a leader, don’t disregard that just to say, ‘Well, I can get a younger person for cheaper, and I can keep them longer.’ It’s not the best plan for the long run for any company.” </p> <p>Johnson also emphasized the importance of getting involved with AGC for their excellent variety of programs. </p> <p>“Their young leadership program is probably one of the best,” he said. “We at Ryan can teach leadership the way that we want to teach leadership, but there’s always a benefit to learning a third-party path, a different perspective. And that’s where the courses and classes and training that AGC offers is a huge benefit to any company.” </p> <p>As a younger employee just starting her career, assistant superintendent Lauren Houston has benefited greatly from Ryan Companies’ mentorship program. She was studying to be an engineer when COVID-19 interrupted her schooling, so she had to change course. When she discovered that Ryan Companies was the only firm hiring in Florida at the time, she jumped on board and never looked back. </p> <p>“Ryan Companies has been great at adapting to what [the employees] need, and they gave me an opportunity to become a superintendent, which I am very grateful for. I’ve been in that role for a few years now, and it seems like it’s the best fit for me. I love coming to work every day and I wouldn’t change a thing,” Houston said. </p> <p>Houston has been working closely with Vice President of Field Operations John Bentley, who is preparing her to take over his job one day. However, she emphasized that even though her coworkers change from jobsite to jobsite, everyone is always willing to help. </p> <p>“If you don’t know something, they’re the first ones to jump up and say, ‘This is what we do here.’ This is what Ryan is; they’re just great all around,” she said. “And it doesn’t matter who it is at Ryan,” they’re all mentors. We all mentor each other. We work together. It’s just been a great family atmosphere.” </p> <p>Houston explained that not only do the younger generations learn from the older generations, the reverse is true as well – particularly with regard to technology. “[Technology] is becoming a huge thing. And being younger, I feel like every day, they’re asking, ‘How do I do this on the computer?’ We have models now that we’re all learning from, and sometimes we have different perspectives compared to the older generation,” she said. </p> <p>Houston anticipates the opportunity to mentor others in the future, and she’s already demonstrating her mentorship abilities with new interns. </p> <p>“We have tons of interns with Ryan that are coming in each summer, and it’s something I actually enjoy,” she said. “I like to bring them along. They help me, and I help them learn about specific projects that we’re all on now that you don’t usually see every day. So I’m just letting them know that this is a learning opportunity. Let’s get out there and learn something together. You’re going to teach me something, and I’ll teach you something. And maybe I can get them on with Ryan eventually. As I get more experience and move up, I hope to continue to leave my knowledge behind from what I’ve learned from my mentors above me.” </p> <p>Johnson observed that Houston is a great example of someone who has reaped the benefits of learning from several different seasoned professionals. </p> <p>“She’s probably one of the best ones that will be able to attach herself to the generation below her, teaching them and showing them the way this industry runs, the way that Ryan operates, and making them true professionals,” he said.</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/constructor-magazine/next-in-line/">Next in Line</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/constructor-magazine/next-in-line/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Honoring the Builders Who Lead: 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/news/honoring-the-builders-who-lead-2026-bowen-prize-for-great-builders/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/news/honoring-the-builders-who-lead-2026-bowen-prize-for-great-builders/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tori Crockett]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:37:34 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[AGC Foundation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Building]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Workforce Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[AGC Awards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Construction Employment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Highway]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10109</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The AGC Education and Research Foundation has opened nominations for the prestigious Bowen Prize for Great Builders, an award dedicated to celebrating the exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and hands-on execution in building America’s infrastructure. Named in honor of Bob Bowen, the prize celebrates those who leave a lasting mark on the nation’s [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/news/honoring-the-builders-who-lead-2026-bowen-prize-for-great-builders/">Honoring the Builders Who Lead: 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The AGC Education and Research Foundation has opened nominations for the prestigious <a href="https://smr.to/p103782">Bowen Prize for Great Builders</a>, an award dedicated to celebrating the exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and hands-on execution in building America’s infrastructure. Named in honor of Bob Bowen, the prize celebrates those who leave a lasting mark on the nation’s infrastructure and the communities it serves. </p> <p>Unlike traditional awards, the Bowen Prize focuses squarely on the person with their boots on the ground-the individual who led construction execution from planning to final delivery. These are the leaders who day in and day out directed crews, solved complex challenges, and delivered high-impact infrastructure projects. </p> <p>Candidates for the Bowen Prize are individuals who exemplify fortitude, skill, and stewardship for a project’s success. This award honors not only innovation and execution but also leadership that uplifts teams and transforms the building environment. </p> <p><strong><em>Eligibility and Nomination Details: </em></strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>The candidate must be the person who led the construction project to execution. </li> <li>The project must be at least <strong>85% complete within the 2025 calendar year. </strong></li> <li>Only the <strong>general contractor</strong> may nominate a candidate</li> <li>The nomination must focus on one project and highlight the candidate’s critical role. </li></ul> <p>The winner will receive a<strong> $50,000 award</strong> directed toward construction education. The nominee will select both the organization and the specific use of the funds, further supporting the future of the construction industry. </p> <p>The <strong>final deadline for entries is Friday, October 27, 2025</strong>. Full candidate and application requirements can be found <a href="https://www.agc.org/sites/default/files/users/user3413/Bowen%20Prize%20Candidate%20Info%20and%20Rules_2026.pdf">here. </a></p> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/news/honoring-the-builders-who-lead-2026-bowen-prize-for-great-builders/">Honoring the Builders Who Lead: 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/news/honoring-the-builders-who-lead-2026-bowen-prize-for-great-builders/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>CM At-Risk: How to Make the Most of This Project Delivery Method Contractually</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/construction-law/cm-at-risk-how-to-make-the-most-of-this-project-delivery-method-contractually/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Crystal Yates]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:12:19 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Construction Law]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Risk Management]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10138</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Construction Management At-Risk (CM@R) is one of the most powerful and widely used project delivery methods in today’s design and construction industry. It offers owners the opportunity to involve the contractor early, manage costs more effectively, and foster collaboration throughout the project. However, these benefits come with unique risks and contracting considerations, and ConsensusDocs has [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/construction-law/cm-at-risk-how-to-make-the-most-of-this-project-delivery-method-contractually/">CM At-Risk: How to Make the Most of This Project Delivery Method Contractually</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Construction Management At-Risk (CM@R) is one of the most powerful and widely used project delivery methods in today’s design and construction industry. It offers owners the opportunity to involve the contractor early, manage costs more effectively, and foster collaboration throughout the project. However, these benefits come with unique risks and contracting considerations, and ConsensusDocs has just published an updated CM At-Risk contract, the ConsensusDocs 500. </p> <p>On <strong>October 16, 2025</strong>, register for this <a href="https://app.consensusdocs.org/webinars/live-webinar-managing-the-risk-in-cm-at-risk-best-practice-considerations/">ConsensusDocs webinar</a> featuring an expert panel for a <strong>75-minute webinar, “Managing the Risk in CM At-Risk: Best Practice Considerations.”</strong> This session will provide practical insights into maximizing the advantages of CM@R while minimizing its legal and financial pitfalls.</p> <p>Participants will explore best practices and gain actionable strategies across a wide range of timely topics, including:</p> <p><strong>1. Advantages of CM@R vs. Design-Bid-Build</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Why owners choose CM@R for early contractor involvement that <strong>adds value upfront</strong> and reduces downstream change orders.</li> <li>How communication flows differ under CM@R compared to Design-Bid-Build.</li> <li>Whether CM@R is the right fit for owners seeking more than just a transactional relationship.</li></ul> <p><strong>2. Preconstruction Services</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>How preconstruction services under CM@R differ from other delivery methods.</li> <li>Should owners pay for precon services at a discount—or at full value?</li> <li>Expanding precon’s impact with tools like design-assist, Lean contract addenda, BIM, and prefabrication.</li></ul> <p><strong>3. Blurring the Lines Between Design and Construction</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Does CM@R erode the traditional Spearin doctrine protections for owners?</li> <li>Case law spotlight: <em>Coughlin Electric v. Gilbane.</em></li></ul> <p><strong>4. Contingency – Clarifying Roles and Uses</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Defining different types of contingency funds and their purpose.</li> <li>The owner’s role in approving contingency expenditures.</li> <li>Buyout strategies, shared savings, and the contractor’s use of contingency for risk management.</li></ul> <p><strong>5. Cost of the Work & Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Best practices for determining <strong>when to set the GMP</strong>—and whether it should function as an off-ramp.</li> <li>Revising contract documents to ensure clarity in payment terms and GMP administration.</li></ul> <p><strong>6. Insurance Considerations</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Should a GC secure professional liability (PL) coverage for CM@R projects?</li> <li>Other insurance strategies to mitigate exposure.</li></ul> <p><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong><br>This program is essential for <strong>owners, developers, contractors, construction managers, architects, engineers, and counsel</strong> who negotiate or manage CM@R contracts.</p> <p>By the end of this session, attendees will walk away with <strong>clear, practical tools</strong> to strengthen their CM@R agreements, reduce risks, and maximize project success.</p> <p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/1f449.png" alt="👉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Register today for $79.00</strong> and elevate your approach to CM@R contracting.</p> <p>Contact Brian Perlberg at <a href="mailto:bperlberg@agc.org">brian.perlberg@agc.org</a> if you have comments or questions about this article or the upcoming webinar.</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/construction-law/cm-at-risk-how-to-make-the-most-of-this-project-delivery-method-contractually/">CM At-Risk: How to Make the Most of This Project Delivery Method Contractually</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>U.S. Rep. Miller-Meeks Tours AGC Highway Project</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/u-s-rep-miller-meeks-tours-agc-highway-project/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/u-s-rep-miller-meeks-tours-agc-highway-project/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[clara.kinney@agc.org]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:51:39 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Congress]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Jobsite]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Transportation]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10133</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) toured the I-380/Penn Street modernization project in North Liberty on Friday with representatives from Streb Construction, of AGC of Iowa, and AGC of America.  The project is expanding I-380 from four to six lanes and includes new bridge construction, concrete replacement, and asphalt surfacing. Now more than 50 percent complete, [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/u-s-rep-miller-meeks-tours-agc-highway-project/">U.S. Rep. Miller-Meeks Tours AGC Highway Project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) toured the I-380/Penn Street modernization project in North Liberty on Friday with representatives from Streb Construction, of <a href="https://www.agcia.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AGC of Iowa</a>, and AGC of America. </p> <p>The project is expanding I-380 from four to six lanes and includes new bridge construction, concrete replacement, and asphalt surfacing. Now more than 50 percent complete, the project will improve safety and support economic growth in one of Iowa’s fastest growing regions. </p> <p>During the visit, the group viewed the work zone where a critical “lane switch” is underway, diverting traffic to newly finished lanes while older sections are removed and rebuilt. Rep. Miller-Meeks emphasized the importance of federal investment in highway infrastructure and support for Iowa’s construction workforce. </p> <p><strong><em>For more information, please contact </em></strong><a href="mailto:clara.kinney@agc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>Clara Kinney</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong> </p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/u-s-rep-miller-meeks-tours-agc-highway-project/">U.S. Rep. Miller-Meeks Tours AGC Highway Project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/u-s-rep-miller-meeks-tours-agc-highway-project/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>White House Overhauls Federal Procurement Rules</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/white-house-overhauls-federal-procurement-rules/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/white-house-overhauls-federal-procurement-rules/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[clara.kinney@agc.org]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:47:53 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Online Exclusive]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Procurement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Risk Management]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal Contractors]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10129</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>On Sept. 8, AGC submitted comments on the revised PART 36 of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The FAR revision is due to President Trump’s Executive Order, Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement, directing sweeping changes to the federal procurement. The order intends to create a more efficient procurement system by removing undue regulatory barriers and eliminating [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/white-house-overhauls-federal-procurement-rules/">White House Overhauls Federal Procurement Rules</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On Sept. 8, AGC submitted <a href="http://news.agc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09082025-AGCA-Comments-on-FAR-Part-36-1.pdf">comments</a> on the revised PART 36 of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The FAR revision is due to President Trump’s Executive Order, <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/restoring-common-sense-to-federal-procurement/">Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement,</a> directing sweeping changes to the federal procurement. The order intends to create a more efficient procurement system by removing undue regulatory barriers and eliminating FAR provisions not required by law or essential to sound procurement. Specifically, AGC called on for restoring best practices like site visits and preconstruction conferences, refining Project Labor Agreement requirements, improving the timing of government cost estimates, and reducing the administrative load on contracting officers so projects can move forward fairly and on time. AGC will continue to report on this as it develops.</p> <p><strong><em>For more information, contact</em></strong> <a href="mailto:jordan.howard@agc.org"><strong><em>jordan.howard@agc.org</em></strong></a><strong><em> or </em></strong><a href="mailto:spencer.phillips@agc.org"><strong><em>spencer.phillips@agc.org</em></strong></a> </p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/white-house-overhauls-federal-procurement-rules/">White House Overhauls Federal Procurement Rules</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/white-house-overhauls-federal-procurement-rules/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Turning Data Into Impact with AGC’s 2025 Construction State Factsheets</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/turning-data-into-impact-with-agcs-2025-construction-state-factsheets/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/turning-data-into-impact-with-agcs-2025-construction-state-factsheets/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[clara.kinney@agc.org]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:36:35 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10122</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>AGC of America has released its updated 2025 Economic Impact Factsheets for all 50 states. These one-page tools highlight construction’s contribution to GDP, employment, wages, and spending, helping chapters, members, and stakeholders communicate the industry’s importance to policymakers, the media, and the public. The factsheets also provide context on workforce trends and industry pay, offering [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/turning-data-into-impact-with-agcs-2025-construction-state-factsheets/">Turning Data Into Impact with AGC’s 2025 Construction State Factsheets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>AGC of America has released its updated 2025 Economic Impact Factsheets for all 50 states. These one-page tools highlight construction’s contribution to GDP, employment, wages, and spending, helping chapters, members, and stakeholders communicate the industry’s importance to policymakers, the media, and the public.</p> <p>The factsheets also provide context on workforce trends and industry pay, offering a quick, credible resource for advocacy, comment letters, and media outreach. They are designed to help make the case for continued investment in construction careers and training.</p> <p>To see your state, click <a href="https://www.agc.org/learn/construction-data/state-fact-sheet">here</a>.</p> <p><strong><em>For more information, please contact </em></strong><a href="mailto:macrina.wilkins@agc.org"><strong><em>Macrina Wilkins</em></strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/turning-data-into-impact-with-agcs-2025-construction-state-factsheets/">Turning Data Into Impact with AGC’s 2025 Construction State Factsheets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/turning-data-into-impact-with-agcs-2025-construction-state-factsheets/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>The Unified Agenda is Here</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/the-unified-agenda-is-here/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/the-unified-agenda-is-here/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[clara.kinney@agc.org]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:33:28 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy & Environment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Labor & HR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safety & Health]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10119</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>On September 4, the Trump administration published its first Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (“the Agenda”). The Agenda is a data call from the federal agencies that publishes a list of rules and regulations that each agency is working on. The lists are posted on reginfo.gov and available for public review.  The [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/the-unified-agenda-is-here/">The Unified Agenda is Here</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On September 4, the Trump administration published its first <a href="https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/eAgendaMain">Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions</a> (“the Agenda”). The Agenda is a data call from the federal agencies that publishes a list of rules and regulations that each agency is working on. The lists are posted on <a href="https://www.reginfo.gov/public/jsp/Utilities/index.myjsp">reginfo.gov</a> and available for public review. The activities included in the Agenda are primarily those currently planned to have an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM), a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), or a Final Rule issued within the next 12 months. Agencies may also publish a list of long-term actions that have been under development for longer than 12 months. The Agenda allows associations like AGC to anticipate agency actions that will have an impact on the construction industry and to allocate our focus and resources accordingly.</p> <p>On the whole, the Agenda demonstrates a continued commitment from this administration to <a href="https://news.agc.org/news/president-trump-begins-deregulatory-efforts/">deregulation</a> and government efficiency. Most agencies are looking to rescind regulations that the President feels are unnecessary, impractical, or not in line with the existing law as written by Congress. However, there are some areas, including PFAS, immigration, and worker safety, where new regulations are being proposed. </p> <p>For an in-depth look at what upcoming proposals may impact you or your business, please read the following from our subject matter experts:</p> <ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a href="https://news.agc.org/safety-health/spring-2025-regulatory-agenda-released/">Safety and Health</a></li> <li><a href="https://news.agc.org/energy-environment/administration-outlines-federal-environmental-agenda/">Environment</a></li> <li>Labor and HR</li></ul> <p>For more information on the Unified Agenda or about how to use reginfo.gov, please contact <a href="mailto:spencer.phillips@agc.org">Spencer Phillips</a>.</p> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/advocacy/the-unified-agenda-is-here/">The Unified Agenda is Here</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/advocacy/the-unified-agenda-is-here/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Construction Material Costs Continue To Accelerate In August Amid “Extreme” Price Hikes For Steel, Aluminum And Lumber After New Tariffs</title> <link>https://news.agc.org/economics/construction-material-costs-continue-to-accelerate-in-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-for-steel-aluminum-and-lumber-after-new-tariffs/</link> <comments>https://news.agc.org/economics/construction-material-costs-continue-to-accelerate-in-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-for-steel-aluminum-and-lumber-after-new-tariffs/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[agcnews]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:16:05 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Economics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[AGC Home]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Building]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Construction Data]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal/Heavy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Highway]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Infrastructure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Producer Price Index]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Utility]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.agc.org/?p=10114</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The producer price index for materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose 0.2 percent in August and 2.5 percent from August 2024, driven by extreme increases in steel and aluminum prices, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials noted a survey the association and NCCER [...]</p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/economics/construction-material-costs-continue-to-accelerate-in-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-for-steel-aluminum-and-lumber-after-new-tariffs/">Construction Material Costs Continue To Accelerate In August Amid “Extreme” Price Hikes For Steel, Aluminum And Lumber After New Tariffs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The producer price index for materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose 0.2 percent in August and 2.5 percent from August 2024, driven by extreme increases in steel and aluminum prices, according to an <a href="https://www.agc.org/sites/default/files/users/user21902/PPI%20Tables%202025_08.pdf">analysis</a> by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials noted a <a href="https://news.agc.org/workforce-development/workforce-shortages-delay-projects/">survey</a> the association and NCCER recently released found rising costs were one of the key reasons for delayed, canceled, or scaled-back projects.</p> <p>“The huge increases in steel and aluminum tariffs appears to have enabled domestic producers to push up their selling prices,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. He noted that the AGC-NCCER survey found that 43 percent of contractors reported at least one project in the past six months had been canceled, postponed or scaled back because of higher costs. “These price increases are prompting some owners to rethink planned construction projects.”</p> <p>Read <a href="https://www.agc.org/news/2025/09/10/construction-material-costs-continue-accelerate-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-steel-aluminum-and">more</a>. </p><p>The post <a href="https://news.agc.org/economics/construction-material-costs-continue-to-accelerate-in-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-for-steel-aluminum-and-lumber-after-new-tariffs/">Construction Material Costs Continue To Accelerate In August Amid “Extreme” Price Hikes For Steel, Aluminum And Lumber After New Tariffs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news.agc.org">AGC News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://news.agc.org/economics/construction-material-costs-continue-to-accelerate-in-august-amid-extreme-price-hikes-for-steel-aluminum-and-lumber-after-new-tariffs/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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