AGG of America's Programs & Events

Dec 2, 2009 - Green Building: Contract Essentials - Identifying Risks and Reviewing Best Practices

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

For owners seeking a third-party green-building certification such as LEED, it is essential to all parties that the green building objectives and responsibilities are clearly delineated in order to effectively achieve project goals. The contracting mechanisms for building green projects can play a key role in outlining measurable objectives and designating roles and responsibilities. Using the new ConsensusDOCS 310 as a baseline for examples, attendees for this program will learn from green building experts how to: Identify unique risks in building green Review contractual best practices for green building Distinguish project participants and their respective roles and responsibilities Determine the green building facilitator The ConsensusDOCS 310 Green Building Addendum will be released November 10, 2009! Registration Information AGC Members: $99 Non-Members: $229 Speakers Edward B. Gentilcore, Esq. Partner, Duane Morris LLP Steven M. Charney, Esq. Partner, Peckar & Abramson PC

Dec 3, 2009 - Federal Prevailing Wage Law Webinar Series: Introduction to the Davis Bacon & Related Acts and Wage Determinations

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

Dec 6, 2009 - AGC's Construction Project Manager Course (December)

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

Construction Project Manager Course - 42 Contact Hours, 4.2 ANSI/IACET CEUs, 42 AIA CLUs, AIC Approved.

Dec 8, 2009 - Federal Prevailing Wage Law Webinar Series: Compliance Principles

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

Dec 10, 2009 - Federal Prevailing Wage Law Webinar Series: Reporting Requirements & Enforcement

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

Dec 15, 2009 - The Impact of LEED v3 for New Construction on Construction Practices

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

The launch of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED® Version 3.0 program has brought about significant changes. The Associated General Contractors of America strives to provide their members with the tools they need to face our changing industry. This effort brought about the creation of Building to LEED-NC: Overview and Impact on Construction Practices. This learning tool has been updated by the AGC to incorporate the changes to LEED. This webinar is focused toward professionals working in the construction-related industries who want to know about these changes and how they may impact their business. The session will begin with a brief overview of sustainability in the construction market. Specific information will cover changes to the USGBC's LEED-NC Rating System, other programmatic changes to the certification process and the new professional credentialing program. Following this webinar, participants will have the ability to: Define sustainability and green building Explain the differences between LEEDNCv2.2 and LEED v3 Explore the significance of design and construction submittals Identify the impact of LEED on the construction process Discuss the USGBC/GBCI's credentialing process Introduce the AGC Building to LEED-NC course All attendees in this webinar will receive a complimentary copy of AGC's Building to LEED-NC: Overview and Impact on Construction Practices Participant's Manual, with the new updated supplement for LEED v.3.0 following the webinar. Price:AGC Members: $115Non-members: $145 Please contact AGC of America with questions on this event: Registration Questions - meetings@agc.org Content-related Questions - curriculum@agc.org

Dec 17, 2009 - The Ten Rules of Networking

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST

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Jan 13, 2010 - AGC Safety & Health Conference

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 24:00:00 EST

Construction safety and health is vital for the success of the industry. Join more than 150 industry professionals and participate in the development of regulatory and legislative activity on both a national and local level, assist in the development and creation of new safety training programs and products and hear the latest initiatives from OSHA and other industry experts. Get the latest updates on congressional activity which directly affects construction safety and health. Hear from key OSHA representatives on the latest updates to regulations and OSHA activities. Participate on Subcommittee and Taskforce meetings - Government, Education and Performance. Take on an active role in improving safety and health in the construction industry. Hotel Reservations Paris Las Vegas 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89109 Phone: 877-603-4389 Online Reservations: http://www.harrahs.com Group code: SPSHC0 Room Rate: 90 single/double occupancy + hotel tax (currently 12%) Reservations Cut-off Date: Friday, December 18, 2009 www.parislasvegas.com Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am (any departures after 11:00 am are subject to the full day charge) Reservations can be made via individual call in to 877-603-4389 by asking for the Associated General Contractors room block and referring to the group code SPSHC0. Reservations can also be made online Individual Room Cancellation Policy: 72 hours prior to arrival date. Early Departure Policy: In the event a guest checks out prior to the reserved check-out date, hotel will charge an early check-out fee of $50 plus tax to the individual's guest room account. Travel Information AGC has partnered with the following airlines and car rental agencies to provide transportation to the Safety and Health Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. Plan to book early for the best discounts. All fares are based on availability. Be sure to utilize the AGC group code to obtain discounts. The Paris Hotel Las Vegas is located approximately 3 miles/7 minutes from the Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS). The approximate taxi fare is $16-19. AirTran Airways Travelers may receive a 10% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) when booking direct by calling 866-683-8368 and using event code Contractors10 and name of the event Associated General Contractors. Valid for travel January 1-December 1, 2010. American Airlines Travelers may receive up to a 5% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) by booking online at www.aa.com when using the promotional code 9810AL. Valid for travel January 7-18, 2010. Continental Airlines Travelers may receive a 2-13% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) by booking online at www.continental.com when using promotional code ZFZHDYQ7CG. Valid for travel January 7-18, 2010. Delta Airlines Travelers may receive a 2-7% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) by calling 800-328-1111 and referring to group code NM4AU. Valid for travel January 7-18, 2010. JetBlue Airlines Travelers may receive a 5% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) by booking online at www.jetblue.com/promo when using the promotional code SafetyandHealthJAN. Valid for outbound travel January 7-13, 2010and return travel January 14-18, 2010. Northwest Airlines Travelers may receive a 2-7% discount off published fares from any city to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) by booking online at www.nwa.com when using the E-Cert - Meeting Agreement (WorldFile Number) Code NM4AU. Reservations can also be made over the phone at 800-328-1111. Valid for travel January 7-18, 2010. Hertz Renters may receive a variable discount on car rentals by booking online at www.hertz.com when using CDP Number 55977 and CV Number 04FJ0001. Avis Renters may receive a variable discount on car rentals by booking online at www.avis.com when using AWD Number G027999. Sponsorship Interested in sponsoring? Contact Kevin Cannon at cannonk@agc.org or download the brochure.

Jan 20, 2010 - AGC Building Contractors Conference

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 24:00:00 EST

Jan 21, 2010 - Project Manager Development Program - Module 4: Risk Management

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 24:00:00 EST