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Cornerstone Magazine

We're excited to announce that the Summer 2025 Cornerstone Magazine is now published and available online! This issue features an in-depth look at Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc.’s award-winning Fort Bend County Epicenter project, strategies for navigating proposed tariffs, guidance on how to protect construction funds from Peckar & Abramson, P.C., qualities that make an exceptional subcontractor, safety best practices from AGC of America’s Construction Safety Excellence Awards (CSEA) winners, and much more.

Take a moment to explore what's new and see how we're spotlighting the people and projects that shape our community.

Meet a Member: Get to know James Bryant of Anslow Bryant Construction, Ltd.
Nailed It: Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc.’s award-winning Fort Bend County Epicenter project.
Drill Down: See how AGC Houston's Construction Excellence Safety Award winners are redefining safety standards.
Breaking Ground: Legal insights from Peckar & Abramson, P.C. on how to protect construction funds.
Tariff Tensions: Explore strategies to future-proof your business against proposed tariffs impacting Houston's construction industry.
Key Qualities That Define Exceptional Subcontractors: Discover the qualities that truly make a subcontractor standout, and how that impacts your project success.

Click here to view our latest Cornerstone Magazine!

HR HQ: WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Employer Resources and Best Practices for Handling Immigration Enforcement at the Jobsite

Immigration enforcement can create complex legal and operational challenges for employers, making it crucial to have clear procedures in place to handle such situations appropriately and lawfully.

We understand that these developments may cause concern within our industry, and we want you to know that we’re here to support you. To help, we’ve gathered resources and best practices on our website to address these issues and provide guidance for both employers and employees.

Click here to view resources.

Help AGC Understand Construction Labor

Shortages—Quick Survey Still Open

AGC of America and it's new partner, National Center for Construction Education and Research, are seeking to understand the current state of the construction labor market, and also gauge how changes in immigration enforcement and new and newly announced tariffs are impacting your firms and the industry and your operations. Your answers will better equip us to advocate for measures to help the industry in Washington and the regions where you operate.

That is why we are asking you to take a few minutes to complete a workforce survey by clicking the button below.

Click here to complete the survey.

Learn, Share & Solve Your Greatest Workforce & HR Challenges at the AGC of America Construction

Workforce & HR Conference

AGC’s Construction Workforce & HR Conference is the premier education and networking destination for workforce development, HR and training professionals in the construction industry.

For Workforce Professionals: Explore the latest workforce development efforts underway across the country and share your own success stories.
For HR Professionals: Find out whether you’re maintaining compliance with current employment laws and best practices.
For Training Professionals: Stay up-to-date with the cutting-edge techniques being used in the world of training and development.

Department of Labor Requests Feedback from Houston-Area Building and Construction Contractors on Wage Standards

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division encourages employers, stakeholders, and others in Southeast Texas’ building and heavy construction industries to help establish accurate prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for workers on federally funded and assisted projects.

Required by federal law, the division is distributing an online survey that asks for information on wages paid for relevant construction projects from May 5, 2024, to Aug. 5, 2025. The areas covered include Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Burleson, Chambers, Colorado, Fayette, Fort Bend, Galveston, Grimes, Hardin, Harris, Houston, Jasper, Jefferson, Lee, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Matagorda, Milam, Montgomery, Newton, Orange, Polk, Robertson, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler, Waller, Washington, and Wharton counties.

The Davis-Bacon and Related Acts require the department to set prevailing wage rates that reflect the actual wages and fringe benefits paid to construction workers where the work occurs. Survey responses help the division publish accurate prevailing wage and fringe benefit rates in these areas. The more complete the survey, the more accurate the determinations, which in turn saves contractors time by reducing their requests for additional labor classifications. The department encourages all industry employers and stakeholders, not limited to those working on federally funded or assisted construction projects, to participate with the most complete data possible.

The division strongly urges online survey completion by Aug. 29, 2025, and will send notification emails to interested parties and contractors known to the agency with directions on how to access and complete the survey. To receive more information or request a survey by mail or email, contact the division’s Davis-Bacon Survey Center at (202) 343-2005 or email [email protected].

Click here to complete the survey.

AGC NEWS FROM HOUSTON AND BEYOND

Time is running out to register for Insure IQ: Demystifying Insurance on August 14th!

Thursday, August 14, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

AGC Houston

3825 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092

Time is running out to register for the final session of AGC Houston’s FREE Smart Solutions Series, "Insure IQ: Demystifying Insurance," on August 14th! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the often-complex world of insurance. Designed specifically for contractors, project managers, and industry professionals, this session will provide a clear understanding of key insurance concepts, requirements, and best practices to help protect your projects and your business.

Presenters: Ed Durham, Anslow Bryant Construction, Ltd., Steve Pierce, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., Bobby Taylor, Bowen, Miclette & Britt Insurance Agency, LLC, and Aaron Clark, Lockton

Key Features:

Surety and Bonding: Learn the ins and outs of surety bonds and bonding requirements to ensure your projects are backed by financial security.
General Liability: Understand the importance of general liability insurance and how it protects your business from potential risks and claims.
Builder’s Risk: Gain insights into builder’s risk insurance and how it safeguards your construction projects against unforeseen events.
Project-Required Policies: Explore the various insurance policies required for different types of projects and how to ensure compliance.

Click here to register today!

Hurry! Time is running out to register for $75 OSHA 10-Hour in Construction training on August 19th and 20th!

Time is running out to register for AGC Houston’s $75 OSHA 10-Hour in Construction Training flash sale! This two-day, in-person course is available for both members and non-members at the same price of $75. Presented by AGC Houston’s authorized instructors, it is designed to train employees in the basic essentials of occupational safety and health in construction.

The curriculum covers an introduction to workplace safety topics for field workers including workplace risks, employee rights, and employer obligations.

Upon completion of this course, students will receive a wallet card, certificate of completion, and course materials. Plus, breakfast is included both days!

Sign up today to secure your spot!

Architects & Contractors Roundtable: Bridging the Gap

Tired of RFIs that read like riddles? Wondering what’s behind the decisions on drawing revisions or submittal rejections? You're not alone—and this is your chance to find real answers.

Join us for an engaging, high-impact roundtable designed to foster learning, professional growth, and deeper cross-disciplinary understanding between architects, contractors, and construction professionals.

This interactive event isn’t a lecture or a panel—it's a dynamic forum for open dialogue, real-world problem-solving, and practical skill-building. You’ll gain firsthand insights into how your counterparts think, work, and make decisions—so you can anticipate issues, improve communication, and deliver more successful projects.

What You’ll Learn:

Best practices for managing drawing revisions and documentation
How to streamline submittals and substitution requests while minimizing scope creep
Clarifying roles, responsibilities, and expectations with RFIs
Strategies for more effective bidding and estimating collaboration

Note: Please choose the correct registration link for your professional role so we can create balanced and effective roundtable groups.

Click here to register today!

The Handy WOman Workshop Has Been Rescheduled for September 6th!

New Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025

9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Lone Star College - North Harris

2700 W W Thorne Dr, Houston, TX 77073

Due to unexpected technical issues at our venue, the Handy WOman Workshop has been rescheduled to September 6th. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Hosted by the AGC Women in Construction Committee in partnership with the ASA She Builds It Peer Group & ABC LOGIC Committee, this hands-on, all-women DIY event is where you’ll gain real skills, boost your confidence, and learn how to tackle home projects like a pro. Whether you’ve never held a power tool or want to sharpen your skills, you’ll get hands-on training in a fun, supportive environment. Learn how to patch drywall, wire light fixtures, install plumbing, mount heavy items, and more!

Everyone planning on attending will need to register regardless of whether you were previously registered for the original date. Spots are limited so don’t wait!

For more information, please contact Catherine Morgan at [email protected].

(Attendees must be 18 years of age or older to attend this event)

Click here to register today!

Registration Is Now Open for Our Annual Advocacy Breakfast With Mayor John Whitmire and AGC-TBB President Corbin Van Arsdale!

Join us on September 23rd for our highly anticipated annual Advocacy Breakfast! We're honored to have the City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire and AGC-TBB President Corbin Van Arsdale as our distinguished speakers. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders. This event benefits the legislative advocacy fund.

2025 PAC contributors can attend this event free of charge. If you've contributed to the 2025 AGC Houston PAC, please contact Catherine Morgan at [email protected] to register for this event.
You can contribute to the AGC Houston PAC here: 2025 AGC PAC Call Day- Make a Contribution

For more information, please contact Catherine Morgan at [email protected].

Click here to register today!

Is Your Company Information Up to Date?

Your AGC Houston membership isn't just for one person, it's for everyone at your company. That's why it's important for us to have accurate contact information for your whole team. If your company has experienced staffing changes, new hires, or updated emails, now is the perfect time to make sure we have the correct information on file.

We rely on accurate company information to keep your team in the loop. Keeping your information up to date ensures that everyone on your team has access to the many resources, events, classes, and opportunities that come with your AGC Houston membership.

Please reach out to Sharon Box at [email protected] to update your company information.

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