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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

SHE BUILDS IT COLLECTING HOLIDAY GIFT CARDS FOR FAMILIES

At its Dec. 5 Holiday Gathering, the She Builds It Women’s Peer Group will be collecting Target and Walmart gift cards to be distributed to ASA-HC families with kids who are in need of a little help this holiday season. Gift cards will be mailed on Dec. 6 giving plenty of time for the recipients … READ MORE

ASA White Paper Provides Tips for Negotiating Change Proposals and Claims

Despite diligent project management that has recognized and responded to any change or changed condition, most requests for equitable adjustment cannot be resolved until a more formal, detailed change order proposal has been submitted to the prime contractor or owner. ASA’s white paper Preparation and Presentation of Change Proposals and Claims reviews the purpose, structure … READ MORE

DUE FRIDAY – 2018 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION NOMINATIONS

On January 25, 2019 Houston area general contractors and architects/engineers will be recognized at ASA-HC’s 22nd annual Excellence in Construction awards event. Winners will be selected by the members of ASA-Houston Chapter through nomination and voting. Nominations are due this Friday, Nov. 2. There is no limit to the number of nomination forms each member … READ MORE

FREE Webinar Nov. 13 – The Soft Side of Scheduling: Improving Communications Between GCs and Subcontractors

Tuesday, November 13, 2018 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. PT Presenter: Steve Groth, Chiaramonte Construction This FREE webinar examines ways to improve project management communication between GCs and subcontractors specifically as it relates to the project schedule from development to finalization and use during the project. To Register: … READ MORE