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SUBExcel Feb. 24-27, 2021 – It’s Not Too Early to Plan!

Get smart. Get relaxed. Start planning. After soaking in the fellowship, information, and insights at SUBExcel2021, think about a little jet skiing, ocean breezes, hiking, shopping, or golfing. It’s all in Miramar. After a great SUBExcel day reconnecting with colleagues and friends, how do you relax? Go for a hike? Rent a boat and go … READ MORE

Join Us for The Beach Bash at SUBExcel!

Many of us think of winter as a time for cold snow and being stuck indoors.  Now imagine your toes in the sand and a drink in hand this February!  That is exactly what you will be doing when you come to The Beach Bash during SUBExcel, Feb. 24-27, 2021. This fun, family-friendly event is … READ MORE

Upcoming ASA Webinar: How to Meet Workforce Needs

Join us on August 11th, 2021 at 1pm Eastern for the upcoming complimentary webinar, “How to Meet Workforce Needs”, presented by Patty Bird, NCCER Workforce Development Senior Manager  What does the construction industry look like moving forward? If the industry wants to grow to meet the everchanging infrastructure and growing population demands, we need to find … READ MORE

ASA Launches National Awards Program

Get Recognized at SUBExcel 2021! Would you like to have one of these prestigious ASA Awards on your shelf? Now is your chance! Each year, ASA gives individuals, companies, and chapters the opportunity to recognize excellence through our Annual Awards. Do you know someone who deserves recognition? You can view a full description of these … READ MORE

How to Meet Workforce Needs (Webinar) Aug. 11

Join us on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 12:00-1:00 p.m., for “How to Meet Workforce Needs” presented by Patty Bird, NCCER Workforce Development Senior Manager. What does the construction industry look like moving forward? If the industry wants to grow to meet the everchanging infrastructure and growing population demands, we need to find ways to recruit … READ MORE

ConsensusDocs Coalition Releases New Document

ASA and our Contract Documents Taskforce worked with ConsensusDocs to draft a new contract integrating Lean Practices for Design-Build projects. This document was released this week from the Coalition. The 431 Lean Design-Build Addendum is the industry’s first standard contract document that tailors’ Lean practices to work with the design-build project delivery method. Lean practices … READ MORE

New Documents Added to the InfoHub!

ASA’s national InfoHub is an incredibly robust library of documents and resources available to ASA Members ONLY!  New resources are being added regularly, and we highly encourage all members to take advantage of one of the best parts of your ASA membership.  Never used the InfoHub?  Now is the time to start! One of the … READ MORE

Reopening the Worksite – ASA’s Attorneys’ Council Panel

Join us on May 28th, 2020 at 1pm Central for our complimentary webinar, “ASA COVID-19 Response: Reopening the Worksite – Attorneys’ Council Panel.” During this important webinar panel, we address your questions regarding the challenges and pitfalls ahead as each state approaches reopening during the Covid-19 pandemic. From written notice and supply chain issues to … READ MORE

“Re-open, Renew and Revitalize” Campaign

“Re-open, Renew and Revitalize” Campaign Tells Lawmakers: Economic Recovery Begins with Multi-Year Transportation Investment Package ASA, along with the Transportation Construction Coalition (TCC), launched an advertising and grassroots campaign designed to encourage Congress to make new infrastructure investments as the major catalyst for economic recovery in the wake of COVID-19. The primary message of the … READ MORE

Practical Subcontractor Solutions to Common Legal Disputes in Construction

Webinar, Tuesday, May 12, 2020; 11 a.m. – noon Jason Ebe will review and provide practical advice for subcontractors facing legal disputes common to construction projects, including recommendations on what to do when: Actual site or work conditions don’t match the representations in the plans and specifications The owner or GC orders changes in the … READ MORE