EORGIA F E A T U R E S

10 Upcoming Skills Challenges

The increase in demand for talented workers in the construction industry continues to grow year after year. AGC Georgia has made it their mission to help fuel this pipeline with young, gifted, and motivated individuals.

12 Protecting Confidential Financial Data from Disclosure Under the Georgia Open Records Act

8 State’s New Private Permitting and Inspection Law Stakeholders felt construction industry needed a viable option for plan review and inspection services when local governments either can’t or won’t provide timely service.

Contractors should be mindful of not only their rights and but also their responsibilities.

13 Local Students Earn AGC of America College

Scholarships

These talented students will join our current workforce and be the next generation of industry leaders.

15 Five Advisors Contractors MUST Have

Trusted advisors are needed all the time. When you have a specialized need, reach out to find the right people to get answers.

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PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 2019/ GGC-B0219/5432

COVER: ROB WILSON/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM s a third-generation leader of a family-owned construction company, I’ve been immersed in the business my entire life and have witnessed first-hand, the important role AGC Georgia plays in the success of our industry. I am an avid believer of investing in the future of construction and building opportunities that will create a positive climate for our work. I am honored to support these initiatives and continue to partner with you all while serving as president.

As we all know, it’s critical for our association to keep workforce development at the forefront. Our continued efforts with key stakeholders from the legislature, DOE, TCSG, our membership, and so many others, are paying off. These initiatives are consistently gaining more traction. While supporting those initiatives, I also look forward to adding a specific focus on apprenticeships and technical college enrollment. Apprenticeships are nothing new. We are all familiar with these programs for skilled trades like carpentry, mechanical or electrical workers. I’m excited about my firm’s efforts to develop a first-in-the-nation program designed to develop project superintendents. I am confident this program can be replicated, thus helping all regions of our state grow field leaders to fill the gap left by our aging workforce.

I do think it’s important for contractors to realize we are asking the technical colleges to help our businesses by training our workforce. In saying that, I believe we’re going to have to help their business as well. Construction-focused curriculum cannot exist without enrollment, and this is where AGC Georgia is best positioned to serve as an advocate. Starting an apprenticeship or enrolling one of your people in technical college will not solve our state’s workforce issues, but it’s an important piece of the puzzle. If we are all taking proactive steps, we are moving the needle in the right direction.

Another passion of mine, and where I hope to spend some time during my year as president, is with the

Brian Daniel President & CEO Carroll Daniel Construction 2019-2020 President AGC Georgia

AGC Georgia Foundation. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on many charitable boards over the years, and I believe groups like ours have the power to do great things through foundations. Our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity has the potential to grow and really make a mark on our industry by funding even more charitable giving and construction education. I will work with our board leadership and our membership to boost this investment in our future so it can become an even more valuable tool with a larger voice for many years to come.

I ascend to this leadership position at a great time for the organization. Our membership numbers are strong and growing daily; our financial position is stronger than at any point in our history; our education programs allow our members to invest in their people; our Young Leadership Program is nationally-recognized as best in class; our new Executive Alliance is receiving incredible feedback; and our influence at the Capitol is unmatched – all key to helping make us The Construction Association in Georgia!

AGC Georgia is an invaluable resource to member construction firms, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to continue the legacy and serve this great association.

By Mark Woodall Director of Governmental Affairs