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How to Improve the Change Order Process – Free Dec. 11 ASA Webinar

In the free Dec. 11 ASA webinar, “Improving the Change Order Process,” presenter Ron Churchey, Shapiro & Duncan, will explain how to reduce the number of changes by doing better design and coordination and setting expectations early. Churchey will also discuss how to limit open-ended flow down, how to prepare “approvable” change order proposals, and … READ MORE

EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) BALLOTS DUE WEDNESDAY

The 2018 Excellence In Construction (EIC) nominee ballot has been published and voting will be open to members until this Wednesday, Nov. 28. After the voting takes place, the Top Five nominees in each of the nine categories will be notified and the winners will be announced at the awards gala on Jan. 25, 2019. … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: SAFETY BY DESIGN

Safety by Design, Inc. is a full-service safety consulting firm specializing in commercial construction.    Owner, Lee Hart, a 17-year veteran of the safety industry and adjunct professor at the University of Houston, heads a workforce that is knowledgeable and well respected. Services offered include but are not limited to: full-time safety coordinators, training and education; … READ MORE

2018 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) NOMINEE BALLOT AVAILABLE

The 2018 Excellence In Construction (EIC) nominee ballot has been published and voting will be open to members until Wednesday, Nov. 28. After the voting takes place, the Top Five nominees in each of the nine categories will be notified and the winners will be announced at the awards gala on Jan. 25, 2019. Only … READ MORE

SAFETY CONVERSATION VS. SAFETY LECTURE – DEC. 4 & 11

The Foremen Series of programs are designed specifically for skilled labor and non-management employees to attend to aide in their development into managers and leaders. Over the last couple of years there has been a big push to have safety conversations rather than lectures. A conversation is when two people talk WITH one another. A … READ MORE

NOW THAT THE ELECTIONS ARE OVER . . .

Get a recap of what happened: who won, who lost and what it means for the 2019 Texas legislative session. ELECTION RESULTS. Take a couple of minutes to write a congratulations letter or email to your new/returning Texas State Representative and Senator. Use the link to find your district, and the Election Results above to … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: J D HERBERGER & ASSOCIATES, PC

J D Herberger & Associates, PC, a proud member of ASA – Houston since 2004, represents contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners in all phases of construction projects.  We have in depth experience with construction contracts, mechanics and materialmen’s liens, surety bonds, construction litigation, and other topics related to the construction industry.  J D Herberger & … READ MORE

FOREMEN SERIES: SAFETY CONVERSATION VS. SAFETY LECTURE

The Foremen Series of programs are designed specifically for skilled labor and non-management employees to attend to aide in their development into managers and leaders. Over the last couple of years there has been a big push to have safety conversations rather than lectures. A conversation is when two people talk WITH one another. A … READ MORE