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WORK-IN-PROGRESS (WIP) SEMINAR – DEC. 6

Work-In-Process (WIP) in construction accounting identifies the value of construction projects which are currently being worked on by the construction firm. Join ASA-HC for this 2.5-hour seminar which will cover the financial reporting and the tax aspects of WIP. Event Details Presented by:

FIVE SLOTS OPEN FOR ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

ASA-HC requires that the membership of the chapter be comprised of no more than 50 associate members (companies that provide a product or service to the subcontracting community). Currently there are 45 associate members in the chapter leaving five slots available. If you know a company that would benefit from joining ASA-HC, contact the chapter … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: FLEET IQ

Fleet IQ is a Houston based organization formed in 2010. Owners & Management teams of service based organizations need resources to help them manage their fleet of vehicles. However, tracking the vehicles is just one part of the equation. Often times they are unaware of the risks their fleet poses in the field. Fleet IQ … READ MORE

EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

On February 9, 2018, Houston area general contractors and architects/engineers will be recognized at ASA-HC’s 21st annual Excellence in Construction awards event. Winners are selected by the members of ASA-Houston Chapter through nomination and voting. With more than 250 individuals from the construction industry attending, this event is a great opportunity to show your support … 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

ASA Releases White Paper on Mastering Subcontract Negotiating Strategies

Subcontractors have a wide range of options available for overcoming unacceptable language in a prime contractor’s subcontract document. There is no single right way, because individual circumstances vary so much. Thus, it is important for a subcontractor to become adept at using the proven techniques available to deal most effectively with a prime contractor’s subcontract … READ MORE

ASA-HC WANTS TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR COMPANY NEWS!

Whether you’ve won an award, someone received a promotion, you’ve moved offices or now offer new services, let us know what’s going on. We’ll share your news on our social media platforms and the monthly e-newsletter The SubScript. Submit your news and photos to asa@asahouston.org.

THIS THURSDAY – GENERAL LUNCH MEETING: MEET THE GCS

ASA-HC’s November 16 general lunch meeting will feature networking time and a panel discussion with four Houston-area general contracting firms. Representatives from E Contractors, Endurance Builders, JE Dunn Construction, and O’Donnell/Snider Construction will be on hand for one-on-one discussions as well a panel presentation regarding company background, upcoming work, and running successful projects. Event Details