Rhode Island Chapter, AGC

Being a member of Rhode Island AGC has many benefits. Some of these benefits include:

Information Clearing House – What is going on out there? Often times, the Chapter Office can make discrete inquiries on your behalf, saving you time and $. We can, also, access the professional staffers at AGC/A for the latest on important issues like MOLD and STORM WATER RUNOFF.

Networking – Locally, regionally and nationally. Contact us for another connection.

Health Care Programs – We are reviewing an attractive program that will save employers money and at the same time increase employee choices. However, we need your expressions of interest in order to frame a program. Call us at (401) 454-1990.

Young Constructors Forum – (YCF) is a wonderful opportunity for early and mid career construction professionals to develop value for themselves, their employer, their community and the industry.

Purpose: The purpose of the Young Constructors Forum is to provide opportunity for early and mid career construction professionals to develop strong leadership skills, further their professional knowledge, build networks and share ideas with their peers.

Participation: The RIAGC-YCF is open to all member employer endorsed early and mid career industry professionals.

Mission Statement: The RIAGC-YCF will focus on developing leadership through community service, continuing education and support of the local AGC Chapter. The RIAGC-YCF will function as a forum in which members can network, socialize, and exchange ideas on issues facing early and mid career construction professionals.

2006 Leadership Structure

President: Sean Hewett, Gilbane Building Co.
Events/Education Chair: Mike Bussam, Gilbane Building Co., Tyrice McCoy, Gilbane Building Co., Jim Pimental, Gilbane Building Co.
Educational Events Committee: Kerry Puglia, O. Ahlborg & Sons, Inc., Ryan Labrecque, Gilbane Building Co.m Liz Driscoll, Gilbane Building Co.
Social Events Committee: John Richards, Hart Engineering, Jarrod Wassermen, Dimeo Construction, Nolan Redding, O. Ahlborg & Sons, Inc.

Labor Issues – Call us, we have experience, understanding and contacts.

Safety Committee – Sharing, caring professionals. Willing to assist you or your designated representative. CHASE – Construction Health and Safety Excellence, a voluntary program for employers and employees that goes beyond the federal regulations for a safe job site. The Rhode Island CHASE program is a partnership between OSHA, The Rhode Island Building Trades Council and The Rhode Island Chapter.

Workers Comp Insurance Program – Two group programs are under investigation. Again, if you are curious or interested and hope to change your premium and experience mod factor; call us.