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Management Culture Catalyst Steel erectors are building stronger teams through communication and mentors

By Jenny Cohen

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In the Field OSHA Enforcement Trends

24 Cover Story Decking Safety Essentials Navigating OSHA Regulations and Best Practices for Fall Protection and Anchoring Methods

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Member Directory Steel Connections Meet the leaders, members, and find out how to get involved

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PERSPECTIVE By Pete Gum

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EAA and the industry lost a visionary leader and friend earlier this year with the passing of Eddie Williams at the age of 90. A founding member, Eddie was elected as the organization’s first President in 1972, giving a voice to small steel erectors during a time of significant regulatory changes.

As SEAA prepared to celebrate its 50th anniversary three years ago, Bob Beckner (President 1999-2000), now retired from Peterson Beckner Industries, reflected on Eddie’s impact: Eddie Williams opened the door for what SEAA has become. In the 1970s, safety wasn’t the priority it is today. His vision, and the example set by the founding companies, established the tone and goal of the organization from that day forward…Competitors could come together for a common cause.”

Eddie’s influence extended far beyond business. As noted in his obituary, “Eddie’s commercial business impact on the steel industry is only exceeded by the amount of friends he made along the way.” To learn more about the contributions Eddie Williams made to the steel erection industry, we encourage you to view the SEAA Thru the Years presentation from our 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Shaping the Future of Steel Construction Guided by the foundational principles established by Eddie Williams, SEAA continues to invest in its members and the industry, focusing on increasing our footprint in the Midwest and West.

Since I joined SEAA as Executive Director four years ago, our membership has grown by more than 65% and cash reserves have increased by more than 50%. This issue of Connector includes our annual membership directory, showcasing diverse representation in 49 U.S. States, two Canadian Provinces, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.

We’ve successfully hosted the Dave Schulz Memorial Golf Tournament in Denver, Colorado, twice, and last year’s Convention and Trade Show in Glendale, Arizona was a financial success.

An advocate for training, I am told that Eddie often argued that “a rising tide, raises all ships,” encouraging erectors to invest in their workforce even when some feared losing trained ironworkers to competitors.

Today, SEAA’s ironworker training and apprenticeship programs are a testament to his vision. To further enhance them SEAA has developed a Learning Management System with 94 Ironworker Training Videos, now Pete Gum is Executive Director of SEAA.

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In Memory of Eddie Williams (1934-2025) • President (1972-1973, 1980, 2003-2004) • William Davis Service Award Recipient (2005) • Person of the Year (2016) The SEAA Board of Directors voted on January 17, to name the annual Person of the Year award after Eddie Williams. “We would not be the organization we are today without his guiding influence. We chose to rebrand the award as ‘The Eddie’ as an acknowledgement of the devotion Eddie Williams had to this association for the purpose of improving the ironworking profession,” said David Deem, Deem Structural Services, and member of SEAA’s Executive Committee. being translated to Spanish.

We have also invested in our own webinar platform, and this year we’ll be hosting quarterly roundtable discussions on topics such as production tracking, rigging, and mental health.

Our fourth Career Fair, where members demonstrated skills needed in this industry to more than 500 students, was our largest yet. More than 1,200 students have now learned about various career paths, the different types of equipment and processes used on jobs, the role of safety and training through these events.

Eddie Williams’ influence on SEAA and the broader construction industry is immeasurable. From his foundational principles of safety and collaboration to his unwavering commitment to training, his legacy continues to shape our direction. Renaming the Person of the Year award to “The Eddie” is a fitting tribute to his enduring contributions. As SEAA continues to expand its reach and invest in training, technology, and talent development, we carry the torch lit by Eddie and the 11 founding member companies, striving to achieve a stronger, safer, and more unified steel construction community for generations to come.

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ASSOCIATION NEWS ■ SEAA Honors 17 Women in Construction,

Recognizing Legacy Builders and Industry Leaders

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Steel Connections June 5, 2025 Cooper Steel Office Nashville, Tennessee – Peer Group Virtual Roundtable June 19, 2025 How wireless quickrelease lifting hooks revolutionize lifting and rigging in steel erection.

Online Registration Steel Connections July 24, 2025 Omni Providence Hotel Providence, Rhode Island – Board Meeting – Peer Group – Meet & Greet

In support of the 2025 Women in Construction Week that took place March 2-8, 2025, the association recognized 17 women who were nominated by colleagues. Of the 17 nominees, seven were selected as “Legacy Builders,” who were featured in social media campaigns the first week of March.

Candidates were evaluated on their professional achievements, contributions to the team, leadership or mentorship, community involvement, and personal qualities. “Each woman nominated is exceptional in her own right,” said John Hughes, Director of Business Development for Industrial Training International, and member of the SEAA Marketing Committee. “Their stories of perseverance and accomplishments are inspiring.”

See Legacy Builders* videos on SEAA’s YouTube channel.

THE OWNERS

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“Don’t be afraid to get out of your comfort zone.”

— Kelly Ketring

“Make your voice heard. Sit at the front of the table and make well-informed decisions with confidence.”

— Kate Franquet

* Sarah Long, Principal, Essential Perimeter Safety Systems * Kelly Ketring, President, Premier Steel, Inc.

• Patti Davis, President, Ropac, Inc., has led the company since 1985. She prioritizes a workplace culture that values diversity, safety, and continuous learning, which has directly led to high employee satisfaction, low turnover, and improved jobsite productivity.

• Jennifer Nix, Shelby Erectors, Inc., founded Shelby Erectors after being laid off from a high school teaching position in 1997.

Supporting breast cancer prevention is one of the company’s philanthropic missions. Each October, employees proudly wear pink to champion the cause.

THE EXECUTIVES “Come with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a desire to continuously improve.” — Amanda Long • Gina Hardison, VP of Purchasing, Cooper Steel, has dedicated over 40 years to the company. She started as a receptionist in 1983 and is now the Vice President of Purchasing. Under her leadership, her department has purchased nearly 100,000 tons of steel this year alone.

• Marta Amador, Hodges Erectors, Inc. has established the company’s social media presence in order to highlight their teams’ accomplishments. She guides team members with patience and confidence, creating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. * Amanda Long, SVP, Industrial, Industrial Training International • Nicki Cole, Vice President & CFO, Piedmont Steel Company, LLC, is a natural leader and mentor who inspires her team through encouragement and collaboration. She has helped the company achieve a milestone of 1,000,000 hours without accident or injury.

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• Abby Stinson, Business Unit Manager-Projects, Cooper Steel, approaches every project with an innovative mindset, leveraging her experience to drive success. Her commitment to project excellence and employee development makes her invaluable.

• Teri Harmon, Executive Assistant, Deem Structural Services, is the unsung hero of the company, and is a key player on each and every team. Her involvement in projects is critical to its success, always executing at the highest quality.

• Aly Hardy, Project Manager, Gardner-Watson Decking, Inc., has managed over 100 projects in the last year, with 60 of them totaling over $4 million. Her attention to detail and perfection is what makes her stand out. Her drive cannot go unnoticed.

• Beverly Dolin, Regional Sales Manager, Western US, Nelson Stud Welding, Inc., after starting as a receptionist and putting herself through college, she came the first women to be a Nelson Stud Welding Outside Field Sales Representative.

Kate Franquet, CRIS, Senior Safety & Risk Manager, * S&R Enterprises

THE TRADES “Not being taken seriously is an issue with no simple fix.”

— Johnna O’Gassian

* Ada Booras, Structural Ironworker, Welding Trainer, and Structural Steel Officer Engineering Intern, MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. * Johnna O’Gassian, Ironworker/Foreman, MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. * Audrey Terwilliger, Certified Welder, Pioneer Construction • Maria Soldano, Ironworker/Crew Leader, Shelby Erectors, Inc., worked her way from a laborer to Forman in her 10 years working for the company, and is one of the few women working in the reinforcing steel industry. She is and always will be the backbone of her crew.

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The winning hard hat sticker from the annual contest is now available for SEAA members to purchase. The design was submitted by Joe Brown, Construction Manager for Group Steel Erectors, Inc., based in Dickson, PR E OU Tennessee. His submission, which followed the DT EL OB STE E N B O U T I L theme “Proud to Be an Ironworker,” captures the essence of the trade.

This year’s Fall Prevention Stand Down poster, “Don’t Fall for False Security. Tie Off Right at Any Height!” addresses one of the most underestimated risks in construction—falls from 25 feet or less. Thanks to sponsorships from SEAA’s Safety and Education Committee and Trivent Safety Consulting, the poster was polybagged with this issue of Connector.

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Congratulations 2025 Award Winners Miscellaneous Metals, Class I Central Texas Steel Erectors Miscellaneous Metals, Class II ORBIT Industrial Service and Maintenance Structural, Class I Hodges Erectors, Inc. Structural Class II All Things Metal, LLC Structural, Class III GMF Steel Group Structural, Class IV Alliance Riggers & Constructors, Ltd.

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■ EZARC Building Solutions Becomes Training Unit EZARC Building Solutions, based in Lindon, Utah, has joined SEAA’s network of Ironworker Training Units and Assessment Sites. Specializing in the semiconductor industry, EZARC Building Solutions upholds an exceptional commitment to safety, with an impressive EMR of 0.67 and a TRIR of 0.35. In addition, the company is AISC Certified and woman owned.

“Joining SEAA’s training network allows us to align our workforce development goals with industry-leading standards,” said Matt Godsey, Vice President of EZARC Building Solutions. “Becoming a certified NCCER Training Facility strengthens our ability to foster a highly skilled workforce while maintaining our unwavering focus on safety and quality.”

■ SEAA Endorses NISD Certifications SEAA’s Board of Directors voted in January to endorse a series of certification programs offered by the National Institute of Steel Detailing. The programs include: Individual Detailer Certification, Quality Procedures Program, and CD-BIM Certification. Learn more at https://www.nisd.org/.

“Detailers are the first to translate a structure’s design into precise, buildable plans. When detailers understand OSHA requirements and erector best practices, many potential hazards are eliminated right from the start,” said David Deem, President of Deem Structural Services and SEAA board member.

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Safety Excellence World Class Cooper Steel Derr & Gruenewald Construction, LLC GMF Steel Group High Plains Steel Services, LLC MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. Premier Flex-Erect Gardner Watson Decking Group Steel Erectors, Inc. JPW Erectors, Inc. L.R. Willson & Sons, Inc. Piedmont Steel Company, LLC S&R Enterprises, LLC Gold Cubas Welding Construction, Inc. Shelby Erectors, Inc.

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DICA has expanded its LevelRight Outrigger Pad product line, now offering four sizes—12-inch, 24-inch, 30-inch, and 35-inch—to accommodate a wider range of crane operations. Originally introduced in 2024, LevelRight has quickly become an essential tool for achieving a safe and level setup on uneven terrain.

Designed to adjust angles up to 10 degrees in multiple planes, the pads support rated capacities from 350,000 to 450,000 lbs., reducing the risk of tipping and increasing operational efficiency. “An out-of-level setup can compromise safety and accelerate equipment wear. The expanded LevelRight lineup provides a fast, reliable solution without the need for digging, wedging, or shoveling,” said Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA.

■ Genie Introduces High-Capacity Pick-and-Carry Telehandlers Genie has expanded its telehandler lineup with the GTH-1244 and GTH-1044, engineered for high-capacity, lower-reach pick-and-carry applications. Designed to help rental companies differentiate their fleets and maximize return on investment, these models offer best-in-class load charts, eliminating the need for stabilizers while maintaining exceptional stability and visibility. Ideal for steel erection, industrial maintenance, energy, and construction, these telehandlers efficiently handle heavy loads with shorter cycle times. The 74 hp DEF-free engine eliminates service costs related to emissions components, while limited-slip differentials improve traction on rough terrain.

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■ Airgas Launches Women’s PPE for Welders

JLG Industries has announced the new 60-ft EC600AJ articulating boom lift, expanding JLG’s electric construction portfolio. The EC600AJ offers 550-lbs. unrestricted and 750-lbs. restricted platform capacities with a 27’1” up-and-over height, 130-degree jib articulation, and 400-degree non-continuous swing for precise positioning. Powered by two 10.7kWh lithium-ion batteries with 4WD AC drive motors, it provides 40 percent gradeability with a 5-degree tilt cut-out, providing the power to tackle challenging terrain while complying with industry safety standards.

Airgas, a leading supplier of industrial gases and safety products, has introduced RADNOR, a line of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed specifically for women who weld. The collection includes gloves and welding jackets tailored for women, with a focus on fit, function, a nd st yle.

A irga s colla borated with leading manufacturers to source materials and designs that pr ior it i z e b ot h safety and comfort, addressing the unique needs of women in the welding industry.

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■ Canam Launches MeasureMate Plugin for SDS2 Canam has released MeasureMate, a new modeling extension for SDS2, now available in the SDS2 online store. Designed to streamline measurement and modeling management, this plugin enhances efficiency and productivity by allowing users to preview models before applying them, reducing errors and saving time. It provides multiple functions for accelerated modeling, including division, measurement, linear and polar network creation, and angle bisector calculations. Compatible with SDS2 v2017 and newer, the plugin integrates seamlessly through the search function and dedicated menu buttons.

■ Cocoon Netting Contains Jobsite Debris EPS Systems’ cocoon netting is a patented vertical netting system designed to contain debris during steel erection, precast, and rehabilitation projects. Engineered to improve jobsite safety, the system prevents falling objects, protecting both workers and pedestrians while meeting OSHA safety standards.

EPS netting integrates with the existing steel structure, and outriggers are pre-attached in the laydown yard, allowing for fast, efficient installation with minimal impact on crane operations. The nets can be lowered or removed as needed, ensuring seamless workflow and site access. Each system is customized to fit project-specific needs, with optional attachments for fire protection, spark containment, and concrete slurry control.

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MANAGEMENT By Jenny Cohen

Culture Catalyst How steel erectors are building stronger teams through communication and mentors

For MAS Building & Bridge, Inc., mentorship starts out with a base task list that new employees work through with foremen.

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robust company culture isn’t just about getting projects done.

It’s also about building a team where employees feel connected to the company and to each other, resulting in positive impacts on productivity, retention, and safety.

“Any company can erect steel, but you need to make a cohesive unit and bring people together to make a team,” said Glen Pisani, steel division manager for MAS Building & Bridge, Inc., Norfolk, Massachusetts. He emphasizes that building this cohesion requires time and a willingness to invest in programs that are meaningful to employees.

Creating a strong company culture involves balancing communication, mentoring and career development, Jenny Cohen is a freelance writer based in Michigan with more than 25 years of writing and editing experience. Her recent work includes covering the heavy machinery and construction industries.

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while also addressing employees’ practical needs.

“It starts with your mission statement and defined core values,” said Todd Macintosh, vice president at JPW Erectors Inc., Syracuse, New York. “These two things can’t take a back seat to other challenges a business might be facing, otherwise your message and your culture will suffer, and consistency is lost.”

Culture: A cornerstone of safety Good communication, mentoring, and other programs indirectly enhance safety by reducing risk, which is fundamental to a positive company culture.

“Safety should be embraced as a core cultural value, reflecting genuine respect for workers rather than being viewed as mere compliance,” said Stephanie Reitz, MBA-HRM, SHRM-SCP, a client services director at myHR Partner, an HR outsourcing company. “Actively involving field staff in safety committees and

initiatives fosters a sense of ownership and accountability, allowing them to contribute valuable feedback and firsthand insights.”

JPW Erectors exemplifies this with its “See Something, Say Something,” process, empowering workers to escalate potential issues directly to the owner if needed. The company also utilizes a peer committee that distributes quarterly safety awards, reinforcing a culture of safety at all levels of the company.

“We empower every employee to be engaged in the company’s safety culture,” Macintosh reiterates.

Safety impacts the bottom line.

Yes, safety is about protecting workers on jobsites—but it also contributes to reducing costs and winning bids on new projects. “Financially, the better safety record we have, the better work we're able to get. That opens up opportunities for our employees,” said Pisani, who suggests tying a bonus to a safety metric might be one way of reinforcing this.

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Two-way communication Communication is paramount in building a strong company culture, particularly in an industry where workers are dispersed across various job sites.

“Effective communication is key. Regular updates regarding organizational objectives, project status, and industry challenges create alignment and shared purpose,” Reitz said.

Establishing feedback mechanisms is equally crucial, ensuring field personnel can contribute to organizational decision-making. Reitz suggests daily toolbox talks and mobile apps as effective tools for fostering communication continuity with teams across job sites.

Shelby Erectors in Florida has successfully implemented an internal social media platform, enabling all employees to interact and engage with each other. This platform also serves as a tool for management to push out relevant communications and recognize employees for both personal (birthdays and new babies) and professional (safety or training) achievements.

“It allows our employers to be connected [to each other] and give them the ability to reach out to management on an open platform without fear or obstacles,” said Jackson Nix, vice president of business administration for Shelby Erectors.

These platforms also provide management with tools for addressing sensitive topics such as suicide prevention by offering mental health resources. (See sidebar, below.)

Other companies have found success with regular all-hands meetings before workers head out to jobsites supporting personal connections in a field where consistent in-person interaction can be

A screenshot of Shelby Erector’s internal social media platform shows how teams stay connected. challenging. Leadership should also prioritize site visits to review work and engage with employees, contributing to a positive communication environment.

For example, Pisani noted that ownership and management of MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. regularly visit worksites—not just to get updates on projects—but to also talk to the workers on site.

Reitz emphasizes the importance of on-site visibility, stating, “Field leadership plays a pivotal role with foremen and supervisors serving as cultural ambassadors who shape daily site dynamics,” she said. “Regular executive presence through site visits reinforces organizational values while demonstrating a tangible commitment to field operations and appreciation for front-line teams.”

Prioritizing Mental Health The construction industry faces higher rates of substance abuse rates and suicide rates than other industries, noted Denise Dahl, president, founder, and owner of Epiphany Planning & Development. They are difficult issues to address but necessary for companies working on building a positive company culture.

“Conversations among leaders must include balancing people and profit and fully recognizing the costs,” she said. “It’s going to require modeling behavior you want to instill, such as being supportive of mental health, safety, and other issues,” Dahl said.

“Firms that deal with these problems, for instance by providing scheduling tools or wellness programs, seem to be succeeding and claiming industry leadership,” says Mike Szczesny, owner and vice president of EDCO Awards & Specialties.

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Mentoring, retention, and career paths Attracting and retaining the right employees who align with the company culture and envision a long-term future can be challenging, but mentoring is a valuable investment.

Strong mentorship programs enhance team spirit and effectiveness, according to Mike Szczesny, owner and vice president of EDCO Awards & Specialties. But he notes that mentoring in trade industries means finding good hands-on approaches with workers who are regularly on remote job sites where collaboration and quick decision-making is vital compared to a typical mentorship approach in an office setting.

Mentorship benefits both the mentee and the mentor. Veteran employees often find satisfaction in training others. “The quicker you mentor someone under you, the easier your job becomes,” Nix said about how mentoring helps workers at different levels at Shelby Erectors, Reddick, Florida.

Mentoring also helps employees envision a future within the company, no matter what their current role. Clear career paths eliminate the perception of mentoring as a burden. MAS Building & Bridge has cultivated a culture where mentoring is integral to advancement.

Pisani explains that mentors at MAS Building & Bridge understand they are training their replacements, enabling their own progression. This fosters a cycle of

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At MAS Building & Bridge, a strong co-op program with local high schools opens doors for students. Ada Booras (left) is one of the students that has found a career path here. The 19-year-old is such a proficient welder (certified in SMAW and FCAW) that she helps train other employees in the company’s steel erection, heavy civil, and marine divisions.

success, allowing mentors to impart critical knowledge while advancing their own careers. “We work on our replacements and let people know that this is what your future can be,” he said.

For MAS Building & Bridge, Inc., mentorship starts out with a base task list that new employees work through with foremen.

The system helps new employees learn vital tasks, builds communication among workers, and gives mentors the chance to work on management skills that are also important as they move up in the company and build a long-term career.

High Plains Steel Services, LLC, Windsor, Colorado employs a voluntary program that pairs employees with managers for monthly check-ins, focusing on improvement. “The meetings cover three main questions: What can you improve? What can your department or team do better? What can the company do better?” says Kris McLean, President & Project Executive.

He notes that providing employees with opportunities to voice concerns and the resources to implement improvements has

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increased engagement.

It is important to focus on retention, because high turnover and reliance on temporary or contract workers disrupt efforts to establish lasting cultural norms,” Reitz said, noting that frequent personnel changes can hinder the development of shared values for a company.

Building a lasting foundation “You need to be consistent and create a place that you want to work at every day,” Pisani stated. “We want people that see a future and not just a paycheck.”

Nix echoes this sentiment, emphasizing that a culture prioritizing communication and mentorship fosters retention. He believes that when employees feel they are in a good place, they see that they can make a career at the company.

“We know where we want to be at the end of each day, each project and each year, as a company, but it is your company’s culture that will get you there with success for all involved,” said JPW’s Macintosh.

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IN THE FIELD By Michael Rubin

OSHA Enforcement Trends How contractors can survive new era of aggressive inspections

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ver the past few years, OSHA has been getting more and more aggressive. Although recent “doomsday prophecies” have been circulating in the news, we have seen no signs of OSHA slowing down. In fact, we’ve seen first-hand examples of enforcement requiring employers to up their “OSHA game” considerably.

And right away.

This trend has resulted from several factors. First, in January 2023, OSHA issued a memorandum regarding “instance by instance” (“IBI”) violations. These violations are issued per employee or per instance.

For example, rather than issuing a single violation for failing to train 10 employees, OSHA issues 10 separate violations – one for each employee who was not trained.

OSHA previously limited IBI violations to

“willful” situations but has expanded the policy significantly to allow IBI violations any time OSHA concludes issuance would achieve a “deterrent goal.” Since this time, we have seen more IBI violations, which has significantly increased penalties and made cases more difficult to settle.

Second, although some might deny this (even though they know it’s true), knowing the OSHA Area Director used to mean preferential treatment like getting better outcomes based solely on that relationship. Now, those relationships carry less, if any, weight.

OSHA generally seems less interested in settling cases early, even if you and the Area Director are pals (or, more often, you think you are). More frequently we are seeing cases with strong defenses not getting any attention. When you can’t get anyone to listen, especially early in the case, expect to spend

Michael Rubin is a shareholder at Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management. Michael focuses his practice on occupational safety and health law, advising and representing employers across various industries throughout the country during OSHA inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions. He also develops and audits safety programs and policies and counsels employers on related risk-management strategies.

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more time, more money defending an OSHA matter. In short, you have to work harder to truly convince OSHA of your position.

Third, OSHA no longer “groups” violations the way it did previously. Of course, yes, sometimes OSHA does group violations, but we’ve seen much less of this. As a result, instead of receiving one item in a citation, with parts “a”, “b”, and “c” (with one penalty), now employers are receiving three separate violations – all with penalties. Once again, this reflects a common theme – that is, aggressive enforcement, full steam ahead.

With these trends in mind, what can a contractor do to protect itself? For starters, contractors must (not should) know their rights during an OSHA inspection. This prevents an inspection from going sideways and the outcome from getting out of hand. Second, contractors must know what OSHA believes is important, if not required, and why. This is the only way to protect yourself – and, in turn, get the best outcomes. Some of the most important rights and considerations are addressed below.

The Fourth Amendment Employers are entitled to Fourth Amendment protection against unreasonable searches and seizures; accordingly, an OSHA inspector needs one of two things to proceed with an inspection: a warrant or your consent. Inspectors, formally known as Compliance Safety and Health Officers (“CSHO”), almost never show up with a warrant.

So, they need your consent to proceed. Interestingly, a CSHO may never ask, “Do you consent to this inspection?” Instead, more likely, the CSHO will describe what he or she plans to do and then ask if you have any questions. When you answer, “No, that’s fine,” you’ve effectively just consented. This is implied consent.

Since a CSHO will invariably need your consent for the inspection to proceed, this provides an opportunity (prior to consenting) to negotiate a reasonable scope and reasonable conditions for the inspection. For example, you might tell the inspector, “We are inclined to consent to this inspection, but before we do, we want to ensure that we have a clear understanding of what the inspection will entail – essentially what we are consenting to – and also, the protocol for the inspection activities.” This should facilitate a productive discussion with the CSHO. Even if you consent to the inspection, you can still request that the inspection be delayed for up to one hour pending a critical management representative (including outside legal counsel) appearing at the site. Keep in mind, if a CSHO is unwilling to negotiate a reasonable scope for the inspection, you believe there’s no probable cause for the inspection, and/or you need additional time (for example, someone on your team can’t get to the site in time), you might insist that the CSHO obtain a warrant. “We deny consent.”

You can actually say that.

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The opening conference is critical The first stage of an OSHA inspection is the opening conference. The CSHO is required to explain why the employer is being inspected, including whether it is a programmed or unprogrammed inspection. We always ask about this. If the inspection is due to an employee complaint, the CSHO is obligated to provide the employer with a copy of any written complaint (with the name of the employee redacted). We always ask for a copy and, invariably, get it.

Section 8 of the OSH Act of 1970 states that inspections must be conducted in a “reasonable manner.” You have the right to insist that a reasonable scope and protocol be established for the inspection.

If you feel the CSHO is overstepping the proper boundaries, you can always reference this basic OSH Act requirement. Ensuring a proper scope of the inspection is critical. For example, if the probable cause for the inspection is an employee complaint regarding equipment used and located in only one part of the site, the inspection should be limited to that part of the site.

Document requests Documents, documents, documents. Have you heard that said before? Documents are critically important. Why? You need them!

Contractors must know that certain documents are literally indispensable to certain OSHA defenses. For example, you must have disciplinary records if you want to defend a matter, arguing that the employee engaged in misconduct. Also, you need evidence that you have conducted jobsite inspections and/or audits and/or walks.

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defense. Furthermore, the OSHA multi-employer citation policy requires that “controlling employers” (oftentimes, general contractors, but also frequently, simply higher tier contractors who subcontract with lower tiers) exercise reasonable care to detect and prevent violations. You need records of these efforts.

More fundamentally, at the start of an inspection, the CSHO will undoubtedly request that you provide certain records, including injury and illness logs (OSHA

forms 300, 301, and 300A). These records must be produced within only four hours if requested. As a result, you should always have your 300 logs in acceptable form and ready to be produced, quickly.

For any additional document requests, employers should ask that all requests be made in writing and directed to a single company representative—such as legal counsel.

Also, any sensitive documents should be reviewed for confidential business information

and/or trade secrets. Any privileged documents – those protected by the attorney-client privilege should not be produced.

The walkaround During this phase of an inspection, the CSHO will walk the site, gather evidence, and seek to identify potential safety and/ or health hazards in the workplace. The CSHO is authorized during this phase to take photographs, videos, and measurements.

Importantly, an employer representative (including legal counsel) has the right to accompany the CSHO at all times and take the same photographs as the CSHO (“side-byside photographs”), videos, measurements, and samples. If the CSHO points out any areas of concern during the walkaround, you should correct any obvious issues but not admit to any violations. You gain nothing by admitting to a violation, and, more importantly, how would you even know if you are correct? After all, OSHA needs to prove four elements to establish any one violation. It is essential that you know all four elements: • The standard applies, • The employer failed to comply, • Employees were exposed, and • The employer knew or should have known.

Interviews with employees Although the CSHO is entitled to conduct interviews, a notable distinction exists between hourly employees and those in management. Although the CSHO may interview hourly employees privately, an employer representative, including outside legal counsel, has a right to participate in all management interviews, in part because any admissions made by management may be attributed to, and used against, the employer.

In addition, hourly, non-supervisory employees do have the right to request that a personal attorney or union representative be present during their interview. If honored by the CSHO, this would negate any private interview of the hourly employee.

Understanding the inspection process and limits of OSHA’s inspection authority will enable employers to obtain positive outcomes in the inspection process. This, in turn, may translate to less – or even no – violations being issued against the employer.

Please consider implementing these OSHA inspection best practices now, before you receive the proverbial “knock on the door.”

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COVER STORY By Austin Reiner

On this joint Gardner-Watson Decking and Gardner-Watson Studs project in Phoenix, Arizona, the companies placed 1.2 million sq ft of decking and 59,500 shear studs, along with some deformed bar anchors shot on bent plate. This photo, taken by Duke Perry, Vice President of Sales and Operations for Gardner-Watson Studs, was the winner of SEAA’s Summer Photo Contest. Perry’s photo captures the spirit of teamwork and dedication that defines the steel erection industry. He said: “This project was done in partnership with our customer was delivered safely, precisely, and on time!”

DECKING SAFETY ESSENTIALS Navigating OSHA Regulations and Best Practices for Fall Protection and Anchoring Methods

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nstallation of metal decking during steel erection activities comes with inherent risks that must not be underestimated. This crucial process provides structural support but can pose a range of hazards if not executed properly.

Training and safety of workers is paramount during decking operations.

Despite existing OSHA regulations [1926.754(e) and1926.757(e)(4] related to sheet metal installation, there is little guidance on correct fall protection procedures for this type of work. Derr and Gruenewald Construction conducted drop testing on a training tower Austin Reiner, CHST, is the Safety Manager for Derr & Gruenewald Construction.

in order to establish best tie off practices when throwing decking, which are shared below. But first, let’s explore other key safety requirements.

Shaking out deck It is a common misconception that the metal banding wrapped around deck bundles can be used for lifting the bundle. While it may seem like a convenient place to hook onto, the band will likely break. When the band snaps it can cause significant injury.

Instead, always use properly rated wire rope slings in choker hitches.

Before hoisting the decking bundle, don’t forget to check for hitch hikers— dunnage, flashing, or other materials

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that are loose on the bundle. If those materials are being hoisted with the deck bundle they must be secured.

Don’t forget hand protection. Cut resistant gloves are recommended for workers handling metal deck sheets, which have sharp edges.

Use qualified riggers The rigger responsible for unloading, moving, or hoisting deck bundles MUST be qualified and competent. Riggers must know the weights of each bundle, and the capacity of the rigging and hoisting equipment. Rigging should also be inspected prior to use.

When hoisting decking, make sure the small eyes of both chokers are on

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Watch Drop Test Demo Video of two drop test scenarios using different fall protection systems provides clarity for leading edge fall protection best practices. the same side of the decking bundle. This ensures a good bite on the bundle, avoids load twisting, and makes the likelihood of the bundle shifting lessened.

The rigger should go through these steps prior to each pick. To put it bluntly, it’s a life-or-death choice every time if proper procedures are not followed.

Landing deck bundles Before landing deck bundles upon the structure, verify that the framing members are able to support the bundle without

the possibility of being dislodged when unbanded. Before landing bundles on steel joists, all joist bridging must be installed and anchored, and all joist ends must be attached unless the following conditions are met.

• The employer has first determined from a qualified person and documented in a site-specific erection plan that the structure or portion of the structure is capable of supporting the load.

• The bundle of decking is placed on a minimum of three steel joists.

• The joists supporting the bundle of decking are attached at both ends.

• At least one row of bridging is installed and anchored.

• The total weight of the bundle of decking does not exceed 4,000 pounds (1816 kg).

• The edge of the construction load shall be placed within 1 foot (.30 m) of the bearing surface of the joist end.

Fall protection best practices There are some gray areas when it comes to OSHA requirements for fall protection when throwing decking. That’s why Derr and Gruenewald did some testing using common tie off procedures.

Ironworkers are often tied off to a long

This setup shows two different anchor points: a deck sheet anchor and a 6 ft HLL anchor.

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SRL anchored to an elevated HLL. We wanted to determine what would happen in this scenario if a worker fell over the deck edge of an unsecured decking sheet. The objectives of this test were 1) to evaluate the structural integrity and performance of the steel deck under impact conditions and 2) compare the results utilizing different fall protection scenarios.

First drop test: Elevated SRL In the initial test, a 315 lb test weight was suspended 5 feet above the walking/working surface of the deck sheet. The test weight was connected to a 50 ft leading edge self-retracting lifeline (SRL), which was anchored to a horizontal lifeline (HLL) and elevated 6 ft above the deck. The SRL was extended 25 feet from its anchor point to the test weight located at the deck edge, where the sheet was unsecured.

Upon release, the test weight dropped 5 feet before the SRL cable began to bear the weight on the unsecured decking sheet.

This action caused the non-working side of the deck sheet to lift slightly and be forced 3 feet back toward the anchor point. The unsecured deck sheet stopped when its high and low hats settled into the deck sheet that was secured behind it. The total fall distance was 14 feet.

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Second drop test: SRL to swivel deck anchor For the second test, the same 315 lb weight was suspended 5 feet above the leading edge of the unsecured deck sheet. This time, the weight was connected to a 50 ft leading edge SRL connected to a swivel deckmounted anchor secured into the deck. The anchor point was mounted 12 feet away from the test weight.

When test weight was released over the deck edge, the unsecured sheet remained in place. Although the SRL’s shock- absorbing pack deployed against the deck edge, it did not sustain any cuts or other indications of damage at the impact site. The total fall distance was 9 feet.

Key findings The second test highlights why it’s critical to not use dorsal D-ring extensions with leading-edge applications. Doing so would prevent the shock-absorbing pack from deploying properly, leading to higher impact forces on the worker and connecting devices. It’s always best practice to anchor workers directly overhead.

While some believe that anchoring an SRL to a 6-foot HLL will ensure safety during decking operations, the first test demonstrates the risks. If a worker falls and another employee is standing behind an unsecured deck sheet, that loose deck could shift, potentially causing injury to the worker at the non-working end. In contrast, the second test showed that using a deckmounted anchor point at foot level led to a safer outcome, with the unsecured sheet remaining stable and a reduced fall distance, minimizing the risk of injury to others.

The installation of metal decking during steel erection activities is a critical process that requires stringent safety measures.

Despite existing OSHA regulations, there are still gray areas that need to be addressed to ensure the safety of workers. Derr & Gruenewald Construction's drop tests highlight the importance of using proper fall protection systems and anchoring methods. By continuously exploring new tools and PPE, and adhering to best practices, we can create a safer work environment and foster a culture of accountability on the jobsite.

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BUSINESS OPERATIONS By Denise M. Motta, Esq and Corey J. Taylor, Esq

Legal Protections Related to Project Delays and Acceleration

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any legal issues face subcontractors on construction projects, and subcontractors in the steel construction industry are some of the hardest hit. Often their scope of work is a large portion of the project budget and steel erectors are one of the first trades on the critical path.

Current legal disputes trends affecting erection subcontractors include delay and acceleration of project schedules, supply chain issues, force majeure, and the new hot button item: tariffs.

Delay claims in the construction industry occur when the work on a construction project has not proceeded pursuant to the project’s work schedule. These delays often arise from circumstances that were unanticipated by the parties when they entered into their contracts and often result in the construction work being extended or, alternatively, accelerated in order to get the project schedule back on track. As a result, delays often add an additional layer of difficulty and frustration for parties involved in the modern, complex construction industry.

All construction delays can be categorized as either excusable or non-excusable. Generally, excusable delays are those that are: (1) beyond the control of the subcontractor; and (2) unforeseeable to the subcontractor.

For a subcontractor to have a right to be compensated for delays, the subcontractor cannot be responsible for the delays.

Generally, the remedy for excusable delays is the granting of a time extension. Specific examples of excusable delays are often enumerated in contract documents, such as owner changes or force majeure.

Delays are considered non-excusable when they occur due to actions or negligence by the subcontractor, its sub-subcontractors, or suppliers at any level, or arise from risks assumed by the subcontractor under Denise M. Motta is a partner in the Louisville office of GRSM50. In addition to representing steel subcontractors nationwide, Denise is a Panel Member for the American Arbitration Association, serving as a mediator and arbitrator for construction and commercial disputes.

She has 30 years of experience and regularly advises clients on contract negotiation, change order disputes, and delay and acceleration claims.

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Subcontractors should carefully review contract terms to allow for a time extension and compensation for compensable delays. the contract. Because these delays may be caused by negligence or poor performance, they are considered controllable.

Non-excusable delays are usually rooted in at least some of the following causes: improper scheduling, ineffective site management, incorrect methods of construction, delayed performance in overall activities, and poor monitoring and control.

When delays are compensable A subcontractor is entitled to an extension of time and additional money as compensation for a compensable delay. In general terms, a delay is compensable to a subcontractor only if the delay is caused by someone upstream and the subcontractor has not waived its right to compensation in the contract. For example, if a subcontractor is delayed by unusually severe rain showers, it would be a non-compensable, excusable delay, leaving the contractor with a time extension, but no compensation. However, if the owner failed to provide a contractually required cover that would have allowed the work to proceed despite the weather conditions, then the delay becomes compensable because the owner had control over the potential delay.

A subcontractor can waive its right to compensation Corey J. Taylor is an associate in the Louisville office of GRSM50. His practice focuses on representing steel companies across the United States in mediation, arbitration, and litigation in a variety of disputes. Corey also assists clients in reviewing and revising contracts to reduce and avoid risk should a dispute arise during a project.

for owner-caused delay in a “no damages for delay” clause, agreement that the only remedy for delay is a time extension, or waiver of consequential damages.

Subcontractors should carefully review contract terms to allow for a time extension and compensation for compensable delays.

tract clauses that allow the contractor to

Compensation for acceleration

change sequencing or the project schedule

When a subcontractor is required to meet new or shortened deadlines, they are accelerated. To avoid lost overhead and profit, subcontractors can protect their interest by including contract provisions that contemplate acceleration and provide additional compensation.

One key aspect of an acceleration claim is to request a time extension. When the duration in the schedule is shortened or sequencing changes, the subcontractor should immediately provide notice to the contractor and request a time extension. This will set up a constructive acceleration claim, which is compensable.

If acceleration is directed by the contractor (or the schedule is changed), the subcontractor should work with the contractor to get an agreement upfront on the equitable adjustment for the directed acceleration. On the other hand, if the subcontractor voluntarily accelerates its work, the subcontractor is not entitled to compensation.

Subcontractors should watch for contract clauses that allow the contractor to change sequencing or the project schedule without compensation and try to negotiate language that allows the contractor to seek a change order in those circumstances.

Mitigating supply chain woes The COVID-19 Pandemic brought to light the potential severe impacts arising from supply chain delays. The potential for supply chain issues remains in our current environment due to volatility surrounding the effect tariffs may have on the supply chain. Most contracts do not accommodate time extensions due to supply chain impacts.

To address this gap in contract terms, subcontractors can include language such as: “lack of or failure of or other inability to obtain necessary transportation, fuel, power, materials, machinery, equipment or facilities, delays caused by other contractors, subcontractors or their subcontractors of any tier, or any materialmen or suppliers” as part of the defined force majeure events under the contract.

Steel erectors should be cognizant of potential supply chain issues and make sure that the contractor is aware that it will be impacted by supply chain issues.

Tariffs, the supply chain, and schedules New and increased tariffs on imported goods into the United States have made an immediate impact on the steel industry, as

Steel erectors should be cognizant of potential supply chain issues and make sure that the contractor is aware that it will be impacted by supply chain issues.

Subcontractors should watch for con-

without compensation and try to negotiate language that allows the contractor to seek a change order in those circumstances. about 25% of steel is brought in from around the globe. Talks of additional increases in tariff amounts along with which nations will be taxed have fueled uncertainty in the marketplace and most of all, increased prices for materials. While tariffs may not directly increase erection costs, supply chain issues associated with tariffs could delay the erection schedule and increase costs.

It is recommended that subcontractors have ongoing communications about any potential issues arising from tariffs that may delay the erection process. As an upfront protection, subcontractors should consider limiting the time that proposals are open (30 days or less) or establish a sunset date to allow for adjustments. If asked to extend the time a bid is open, reconfirm prices before agreeing.

Also, an erector can reduce risk by making it clear that the bid is based on performing the work during the designated timeframe and pursuant to the erection window set forth in the current project schedule only, as well as including terms in the contract that allow the erector to seek a change order for any of these impacts.

Force Majeure A force majeure event is defined as an unforeseeable circumstance that prevents someone from fulfilling a contract. A Force Majeure provision will provide protection for unforeseen events.

Look for a clause like this: Any failure or omission by Owner or Contractor in performance of its obligation shall not be deemed a breach or create any liability for damages or other relief (other than additional time) if it arises from any cause beyond the reasonable control of such party, including, without limitation, acts of God, floods, fire, explosions, storms, earthquakes, acts of public enemy, war, terrorism, rebellion, insurrection, riot, sabotage, invasion, epidemic, quarantine, strikes, lockouts, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, or any order or action by any governmental agency, or causes of similar nature.

In most circumstances, upstream contracts will have a Force Majeure provision, which will flow down to the subcontractor. However, inclusion of a clause in the subcontract will ensure protection in the event of an unforeseen event.

Project delays and acceleration continue to be legal issues that subcontractors face on construction projects. Supply chain, tariffs, and force majeure events all play into the potential for delays and acceleration and may culminate in additional costs and time. It is best to address these risks at the outset by including clear contract terms. If there are impacts, it is essential that subcontractors provide immediate notice and request an equitable adjustment of both time and money.

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

SEAA STATS

Membership by the Numbers

$30,000

Founded

1972

Member Benefits and Discounts

65% 350+ Members 2 2

⁄3 of members

ERECTORS

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in 49 States, 2 Canadian Provinces & The Caribbean

Assessment Sites & 18 Training Units Coast to Coast

Union+Merit Shop Contractors 90 + Ironworker

Training Videos

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY TABLE OF CONTENTS Board of Directors

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Committees

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Erector $10 Million & Up

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Erector $5-10 Million

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Erector $3-5 Million

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Erector $0-3 Million

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Fabricator

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General Contractor

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Services

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Specialty Services

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Supplier & Manufacturer

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Continuing Education

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Trade Association

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Erectors who provide Fabrication 47 Fabricators who provide Erection 47

ABBREVIATION & ICON KEY AISC Certifications BU: Building Fabricator SBR: Bridge Fabricator - Simple IBR: Bridge Fabricator - Intermediate ABR: Bridge Fabricator - Advanced CPT: Highway Component Manufacturer HYD: Hydraulic Fabricator HYDA: Hydraulic Fabricator - Advanced CSE: Erector

AISC Optional Endorsements CCE-1: Complex Coating Endorsement 1 - Enclosed CCE-2: Complex Coating Endorsement 2 - Covered CCE-3: Complex Coating Endorsement 3 - Exposed FCE: Fracture Control Endorsement FCEB: Fracture Control Endorsement - Bridge BEE: Bridge Endorsement SEE: Seismic Endorsement MEE: Metal Deck Endorsement SEAA/NCCER Accredited Training Unit and/or Authorized Assessment Site

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SEAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Jack Nix, President Shelby Erectors, Inc. Reddick, Florida jacknix@shelbyerectors.com Committees: Nominating, Finance Jack Nix has been a member of SEAA since 2008 and has served on the Board since 2011. He served his first term as President in 2024.

In 2018, Jack was the recipient of the SEAA Person of the Year award. He is COO for Shelby Erectors, Inc., a highway and transportation subcontractor performing bridge rebar and SIP metal deck installation in Florida and the Southeast. He also leads Workforce Development for the FRP Institute, a trade group promoting the use of fiber-based polymer reinforcement in concrete infrastructure. A highlight of his career was being featured on a 2022 episode of Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe. Jack started his career as an ironworker in 1985.

Chris Legnon, President-Elect

Glen Pisani, Vice President, Industry MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. Norfolk, Massachusetts gpisani@ masbuildingandbridge.com Committees: Strategic Planning (Chair) Glen has been active in SEAA for more than 25 years, serving on the Board since 2017. Glen spent several years serving on the Marketing Committee and now leads Strategic Planning. He has more than 30 years of experience in the industry—20 as an owner and 14 years as Steel Division Manager for MAS Building in Bridge. Glen is a leading advocate for the steel erection industry in New England.

Carrie Gulajan, Vice President, Associate Member

Cooper Steel Fabricators, Inc. Shelbyville, Tennessee clegnon@coopersteel.com Committees: Marketing (Chair)

Construction Insurance Agency, Inc. Manassas, Virginia carrieg@const-ins.com Committees: Events (Chair), Strategic Planning, Finance

Chris Legnon joined the Board in 2015. Since then, he has served as Marketing Committee Chair and as a member of the Executive Committee. In 2024 he was named SEAA’s Person of the Year. He has been with Cooper Steel more than 20 years, where he is currently Vice President of Technology. Cooper Steel is an AISC Certified Fabricator and Erector providing nationwide services from its locations in Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, and Alabama.

Carrie Gulajan joined the Board in 2011. She has served as Events Committee Chair, overseeing and volunteering at Convention and Golf Tournaments for many years, and previously served on the Finance Committee. In 2015, she became the first woman to receive SEAA’s person of the Year award. Construction Insurance Agency provides property and casualty insurance for specialty and artisan contractors, builders risk, bonds, and risk management consulting.

David Deem, Past President Deem Structural Services Longview, Texas ddeem@deemstructural.com Committees: Nominating (Chair), Strategic Planning David Deem served on the Board from 1998 to 2004, and again since 2016. He has been active in SEAA since 1995. In 2024 he received the William Davis Service award and was named Person of the Year in 2019. He is president of Deem Structural Services, LLC, an AISC Advanced Certified Steel Erector, founded in 2013. He has advocated for the advancement of industry quality and safety standards via education of personnel, and the promotion of organizations such as SEAA, AISC, and NISD, of which he serves on the Board. He helped to write Detailing Steel for Value and Safety and Detailing Guide for the Enhancement of Erection Safety.

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Jason McElrath, Treasurer MP Specialty Insurance West Columbia, South Carolina Committees: Finance (Chair), Membership (Chair) Jason McElrath has been a member of SEAA since 1995 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2022. He has served on various SEAA committees over the past 30 years. Jason’s insurance career started in 1989, and he currently is the President of M&P Specialty Insurance. The agency was founded in 1998 and exclusively serves the heavy lift and heavy transport industries in all 50 states.

Bryan McClure, Secretary Trivent Safety Consulting Westminster, Colorado bryanm@triventsc.com Committees: Safety & Education (Vice Chair) Bryan McClure is a second-generation Ironworker, who was introduced to a strong work ethic and the trades by his father. During a 30+ year career, he has worn many hats: Foreman, Crane Operator, Superintendent, Craft Instructor and Training Manager. In 2018, he started Trivent Safety Consulting with two partners. Trivent has offices in Florida, Texas, Wyoming, and Colorado, which features an indoor structural steel training tower. Bryan has been on the SEAA Board since 2017 and in 2023 was named Person of the Year.

COMMITTEES AWARDS

FINANCE

Drew Heron (Chair), Deem Structural Services Uriel Marquez, Stubbs Engineering, Inc. Jerry Morganelli, MAS Building & Bridge Damon Smith, Cooper Steel Stephanie Trainor, Construction Insurance Agency

Jason McElrath (Chair), MP Specialty Insurance Geoff Kress (Vice Chair), Gardner-Watson Decking Carrie Gulajan, Construction Insurance Agency Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors Duke Perry, Gardner-Watson Studs

EVENTS

MARKETING

Carrie Gulajan (Chair), Construction Insurance Agency Tracy Bennett (Vice Chair), Mighty Mo Media Partners Todd Alwood, AISC Joel Hall, Porter Steel Brian Hart, Lincoln Electric Steve Hebert, MAS Building & Bridge Drew Heron, Deem Structural Services Michael Hooper, General Equipment & Supply Jamie Hopkins, United Rentals Bill King, Red-D-Arc Welderentals Joe Leinwol, Magni Telescopic Handlers Duke Perry, Gardner-Watson Studs Stephanie Trainor, Construction Insurance Agency

Chris Legnon (Chair), Cooper Steel Nick Caratelli (Vice Chair), Nelson Stud Welding Nathan Bloch, SDS2 by ALLPLAN Tammy Dean, Gardner-Watson Decking Oliver Gleize, OTH Pioneer Rigging John Hughes, Industrial Training International Todd Macintosh, JPW Erectors Kris McLean, High Plains Steel Services Jackson Nix, Shelby Erectors Michael Waltman, Group Steel Erectors Katy Williams, Williams Industries

Drew Heron, Director Deem Structural Services Houston, Texas dheron@deemstructural.com Committees: Awards (Chair), Events Drew Heron joined the Board in 2020. He serves on Executive and Events Committees, and is Chairman of the Awards Committee. His career spans 19 years, beginning as an ironworker and welder. He has worked as Field Superintendent, QC Manager, and Project Manager, and is currently VP Field Operations for Deem Structural Services. His hobbies include fishing, competitive softball, and rodeo.

Geoffrey Kress, Director Gardner-Watson Decking, Inc. Oldsmar, Florida Geoff.k@gwdeck.com Committees: Finance (Vice Chair), Strategic Planning Since joining the board in 2007, Geoff Kress served as President (2020-2022), and served on the Finance Committee for many years. He was awarded Person of Year in 2011 and William Davis Service Award in 2023.Other service work includes SDI-QA/QC standard for installation of steel deck. He is President of Gardner-Watson Decking, Inc., and GardnerWatson Studs. The companies provide turnkey service for decking and studs throughout the United States. He enjoys skiing, playing hockey, and boating in his free time.

DIRECTORS Richard Bostick

Jack Metcalfe

(2024-2027) Piedmont Structural Company Salisbury, North Carolina rbostick@ piedmontstructural.com

(2023-2026) National Institute of Steel Detailing Livermore, California Metcalfe51@aol.com Committees: Strategic Planning, Safety & Education

Stephen Burkholder

Duke Perry

(2024-2027) S&R Enterprises, LLC Harrisburg, Pennsylvania sburkholder@srenterprises.com Committees: Nominating, Strategic Planning

(2024-2027) Gardner-Watson Studs, LLC Oldsmar, Florida Duke.p@gwdeck.com Committees: Nominating, Finance, Events

Marc Cox

Greg Phillips

(2024-2027) Gardner-Watson Decking, Inc. Oldsmar, Florida Marc.c@gwdeck.com Committees: Nominating

(2022-2025) Titan Steel Erectors, LLC Memphis, Tennessee gphillips@titansteelerectors.com

Jamie Hopkins

Lee Shaw

(2023-2026) United Rentals Charlotte, North Carolina jamhopkins@ur.com Committees: Events

(2023-2026) Building Zone Industries Kanarraville, Utah leeshaw@bzisteel.com Committees: Strategic Planning

MEMBERSHIP

SAFETY & EDUCATION

STRATEGIC PLANNING

Jason McElrath (Chair), MP Specialty Insurance Oliver Gleize (Vice Chair), OTH Pioneer Rigging Pat Dunn, L&D Steel USA Dan Durant, MAX USA Ryan Englin, Core Matters Michael Mulsow, FM Steel Construction Nick Newbury, Magni Telescopic Handlers Kalvan Peeler, Nelson Stud Welding Connor Schmidt, GMF Steel Group Tucker Smith, BBSI Rob Spence, Columbia Safety and Supply

Jason Farris (Chair), Cooper Steel Bryan McClure (Vice Chair), Trivent Safety Consulting Jason Burroughs, Sunbelt Rentals Scott Butcher, D&T Steel Jesus Cadena, Building Zone Industries Guy Callahan, GMF Steel Group Darryl Falkner, Titan Steel Erectors Bobby Gagnet, Safety Plus Kris McLean, High Plains Steel Services Jack Metcalfe, NISD Jon Mosebach, L.R. Willson & Sons Austin Reiner, Derr & Gruenewald Construction Jason Zyla, Shelby Erectors

Glen Pisani (Chair), MAS Building & Bridge Stephen Burkholder, S&R Enterprises James Byrum, HTX Steel Constructors David Deem, Deem Structural Services Carrie Gulajan, Construction Insurance Agency Geoff Kress, Gardner-Watson Decking Jason Kulvinskas, Gardner-Watson Decking Jack Metcalfe, NISD Lee Shaw, Building Zone Industries Stephanie Trainor, Construction Insurance Agency

NOMINATING David Deem (Chair), Deem Structural Services Stephen Burkholder, S&R Enterprises Marc Cox, Gardner-Watson Decking Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors Duke Perry, Gardner-Watson Studs

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ERECTOR $10 MILLION & UP Advantage Steel & Construction, LLC Zach Rosswog 2300 S Noah Dr Saxonburg, PA 16056 724-352-4842 z_rosswog@advsteel.com advsteel.com

Coastal Steel Group Inc Dylan Holmes P.O. Box 691627 Orlando, FL 32869 321-863-2257 dylanholmes@coastalsteel.com coastalsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Alliance Riggers & Constructors, Ltd. Phillip Cordova 1200 Kastrin St El Paso, TX 79907 915-591-4513 phil@allianceriggers.com allianceriggers.com

American Ironworks & Erectors Inc. Jim Andrews 7620 E Spear Ave Spokane Valley, WA 99212 509-467-7733 jandrews@americaniw.com Americaniw.com

ASPE / ASPE South Dennis Barker 590 Hancock Rd Peterborough, NH 03458 336-444-3103 dennisb@aspesouth.com aspe-nh.com/aspe

Bowman Steel LLC John Bowman 6900 US 27 S Sebring, FL 33876 239-303-9739 jbowman@bowmansteel.com Bowmansteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Bracken Construction Company, Inc. John Ross McCartney PO Box 9460 Columbus, MS 39705 601-922-8413 john.mccartney@brackenconstruction.com brackenconstruction.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Cooper Steel Chad Johnson 1005 17th Ave, South Ste 300 Nashville, TN 37212 615-321-5222 coopersteel.com/contact-us coopersteel.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

CSE, Inc Gerald Stinnette 153 Old Ragland Rd Madison Heights, VA 24572 434-845-7536 gstinnette@cseonline.net cseonline.net Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

D T Read Steel Co., Inc. Donald Read 104 Investors Way Ste A Camden, NC 27921 757-487-2047 donnie@dtreadsteel.com dtreadsteel.com

Danny's Construction Company, LLC Mark Lannon 1066 W 3rd Ave Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-4143 mlannon@dannysconstruction.com dannysconstruction.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE, SEE

Bret Steel Corp Michael B Rouleau 56 Old Rochester Rd #3 Dover, NH 03820 603-234-7293 mrouleau@bretsteel.com bretsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Clausen Structures Michael Clausen 1515 Canal St Lockport, IL 60441 708-228-9757 mike@clausenstructures.com Clausenstructures.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE

Empire Steel Erectors, L.P.

L.R. Willson & Sons, Inc.

Tony Rosales 2227 Wilson Rd Humble, TX 77396 281-548-7377 tony.rosales@empiresteeltx.com empiresteeltx.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Sherrie Wilkinson 773 Annapolis Rd Gambrills, MD 21054 410-987-5414 swilkinson@lrwillsonandsons.com lrwillsonandsons.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

A Ezarc Building Solutions

Legacy Steel

Steve Bowers 4980 South Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85248 801-793-5827 sbowers@ezarcsolutions.com ezarcsolutions.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Wade Walcott 1535 Steele Ave SW Ste C Grand Rapids, MI 49507 616-649-3233 w.walcott@legacysteelmi.com Legacysteelmi.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Lexicon, Inc.

Gardner-Watson Decking, Inc. Geoff Kress 300 Scarlet Blvd Oldsmar, FL 34677 813-891-9849 geoff.k@gwdeck.com gwdeck.com

Garrison Steel Erectors, Inc. Jason Garrison 1122 Industrial Park Dr Pell City, AL 35125 205-368-7232 jasongarrison@garrisonsteel.com garrisonsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU

A GMF Steel Group Sarah Vespa 4600 Drane Field Rd Lakeland, FL 33811 850-459-4258 sarah.vespa@gmfsteel.com gmfsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

GS Steel Nick Hetterscheidt P.O Box 596 Goodlettsville, TN 37070 615-804-1635 Nick@gs-steel.com gs-steel.com

A Deem Structural Services, LLC

JPW Erectors, Inc.

David Deem 109 Benny St Longview, TX 75604 903-236-7800 dss@deemstructural.com deemstructural.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Jody Wozniczka 6376 Thompson Rd Syracuse, NY 13206 315-432-1111 jodywoz@jpwcompanies.com jpwcompanies.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Derr & Gruenewald Construction LLC

Bobby Chenault 3900 East Market St York, PA 17402 717-757-8761 bchenault@kinsleyconstruction.com kinsleyconstruction.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3, BU, SBR, CPT, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

Austin Reiner 11100 E 108th Ave Brighton, CO 80601 720-630-1849 areiner@dgccsteel.com dgccsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE

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Viji Kuruvilla 8900 Fourche Dam Pike Little Rock, AR 72206 615-264-1921 vijik@lexicon-inc.com lexicon-inc.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

Kinsley Steel

MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. Glen Pisani 18 Sharon Ave Norfolk, MA 02056 508-520-2277 gpisani@masbuildingandbridge.com masbuildingandbridge.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE

Mid Cities Erectors, LLC Scott Brooks 2705 FM 718 Aurora, TX 76078 817-306-0962 scott@midcitieserectors.com midcitieserectors.com

New Beginnings Steel & Crane Service LLC Frank Brooks 8551 FM 35 Royse City Texas 75189 Royse City, TX 75189 903-466-9520 fbrooks@nbsteelandcrane.com nbsteelandcrane.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Peterson Beckner Industries, Inc. Austin Beckner 10700 North Freeway, Suite 950 Houston, TX 77037 281-872-7722 abeckner@pbisteel.com petersonbeckner.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Phoenix Steel Erectors, Inc.

A SCW Contracting

Paul Kollman 13280 University Blvd Gainesville, VA 20155 571-248-6890 pkollman@phoenixsteel.com phoenixsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Shylynn Goodman 2525 N. Old Highway # 395 Fallbrook, CA 92028 760-728-1308 accounting@scwcompanies.com scwcompanies.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Piedmont Steel Company LLC

Sentry Steel Service

Matt Cole 3480 Friendship Ledford Rd Winston-Salem, NC 27107 336-926-5299 matt.c@piedmontsteelco.com piedmontsteelco.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, SEE

Chris Hopper 167 Center Point Rd South Hendersonville, TN 37075 615-826-9552 info@sentrysteel.com sentrysteel.com

A Pioneer Construction Warren Potter 550 Kirtland SW. Grand Rapids, MI 49507 616-293-4191 warren@pioneerinc.com pioneerinc.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Premier Steel, Inc. Kelly Ketring 117 N Pendleton Ave Pendleton, IN 46064 317-545-0100 kellyk@premiersteelinc.com premiersteelinc.com

A Rackley Company, Inc. Scott Rackley 3772 Co Rd 99W Orland, CA 95963 530-865-9619 scott@rackleyco.com rackleyco.com AISC Certifications: CSE SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

RMG Erectors & Constructors, LLC Robert Mesmer 725 SW Higgins Ave St C Missoula, MT 59803 609-712-6811 info@rmgerectors.com

A Shelby Erectors, Inc. Jennifer Nix 3975 West Highway 316 Reddick, FL 32686 954-275-3123 jennifernix@shelbyerectors.com shelbyerectors.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Southern Roots Steel Erectors Inc Gus Govea 12277 Elmwood St Tyler, TX 75706 903-714-3336 gus@southernrootssteel.com southernrootssteel.com

Superior Rigging & Erecting Co. Scott Wheeler 3250 Woodstock Rd Alanta, GA 30316 404-627-1335 s.wheeler@SUPERIORRIGGING.COM superiorrigging.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

TGR Erectors LLC Charlee Catalano 250 County Rd 4925 Leonard, TX 75452 903-449-2496 info@tgrerectors.com tgrerectors.com

Titan Steel Erectors, LLC

A S&R Enterprises, LLC Stephen C Burkholder 4785 Linglestown Rd, Suite 200 Harrisburg, PA 17112 717-554-4211 Sburkholder@srenterprises.com srenterprises.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE, SEE SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

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Greg Phillips 1470 N. Watkins St Munford, TN 38108 901-274-4992 gphillips@titansteelerectors.com titansteelerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Top Flight Steel, Inc. Jonathan Watson 101 County Rd 4717 Rhome, TX 76078 817-475-5269 jwatson@topflightsteelinc.com topflightsteelinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

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United Steel Inc.

Conewago MFG LLC

Glen Corneau 164 School St East Hartford, CT 06108 860-549-7613 gcorneau@unitedsteel.com unitedsteel.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU, SBR

Jason Blase 576 Egdgegrove Rd Hanover, PA 17331 717-632-8240 jblase@conewagomfg.com conewagomfg.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

Williams Erection Company

D & E Steel Services, Inc.

Frank Williams III 1285 Hawthorne Ave Smyrna, GA 30080 770-436-1596 FWilliams3@wmsi.com williamserection.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE, SEE

Travis Miller 11084 Leroy Dr Northglenn, CO 80233 303-427-4804 tmiller@desteel.com desteel.com

Williams Steel Erection Co., Inc.

Donna Crumpton 225 Northcutt Rd Pelion, SC 29123 803-894-6005 donna@dtsteelinc.com dtsteelinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU

Art Williams 8624 J.D. Reading Dr Manassas, VA 20109 703-335-7800 awilliams@wmsi.com wmsi.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE, SEE

Wings Enterprises, Inc. Thomas Cieslak 3212 7th St NE Washington, DC 20017 202-635-1217 tcieslak@wingsenterprisesinc.com

ERECTOR $5-10 MILLION Apex Steel Corp Dustin Holder 301 Petfinder Lane Raleigh, NC 27603 919-362-6611 dholder@apexsteelcorp.com apexsteelcorp.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

Battle Born Steel Mike Williams 7641 W Post Rd, Suite B Las Vegas, Nevada 89113 702-749-3230 Mike@battlebornsteel.com Battlebornsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

Ben Gravett Enterprises/ BG Crane Services Matt Gravett 11921 Elk Run Rd Catlett, VA 20119 540-788-4894 bgent2@netscape.net gravett.wix.com/bgcrane

Building Zone Industries Jesus Cadena HC 65 Box 340 Kanarraville, UT 84742 435-704-8432 jesuscadena@bzisteel.com buildingzone.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU

D&T Steel Fabricators, Inc.

D.S. Duggins Welding, Inc. Zach Burick 195 Altay Dr Winston-Salem, NC 27106 336-837-8894 zach@dugginswelding.com dugginswelding.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Daniel Iron Ryan Benson 6045 Southern Industrial Dr Birmingham, AL 35235 205-369-6093 rbenson@danieliron.com danieliron.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

DSE Erectors, Inc. Cody Ellis 315 Lake St Jackson, TN 38301 731-225-9383 cellis@dsesteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

FM Steel Construction LLC Michael Mulsow 2670 E Meadowview Dr Gilbert, AZ 85298 623-882-6183 m.mulsow@fmsteel.net

Gardner-Watson Studs, LLC Duke Perry 300 Scarlet Blvd Oldsmar, FL 34677 404-808-0504 duke.p@gwstuds.com gwstuds.com

Group Steel Erectors, Inc. Angie Dobbins 4216 Hwy 70 West Dickson, TN 37055 615-441-4934 angie@groupsteel.net groupsteel.net AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

Harris Steel Erectors, Inc. David Harris 615 Old Smithfield Rd Goldsboro, NC 27530 919-734-3620 dharris@harrissteelerectors.com harrissteelerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

High Structural Erectors LLC Robert Poli 1915 Old Philadelphia Pike Lancaster, PA 3410 717-207-4314 rpoli@high.net highstructuralerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE

J&W Steel Inc Jorge Marroquin 9701 Parkridge Dr Charlotte, NC 28214 980-441-9121 Jorgejr@jwsteelinc.com jwsteelinc.com

MECO KENTUCKY LLC Marcus Montgomery 12900 Fenwick Center Dr Suite E Louisville, KY 40223 502-290-9906 marcus@meco-ky.com meco-ky.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Met-Con Inc Michael Smith 465 Canaveral Groves Blvd Cocoa, FL 32926 321-302-1192 mps@metconinc.com metconinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, CCE-2, CCE-3

Piedmont Structural Company Charity Green 1432 North Lee St Salisbury, NC 28144 704-738-0060 cgreen@piedmontstructural.com piedmontstructural.com AISC Certifications: CS

A Pro Steel Erectors II Inc. Scott Sappington 6714 W. Frier Dr Ste. 104 Glendale, AZ 85303 623-825-3078 ssappington@prosteelerectors.net prosteelerectors.net SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

River City Erectors, LLC Victor Gomez 1175 Harbor Ave Memphis, TN 38106 602-757-0853 victorgomez@rivercityerectors.com rivercityerectors.com

Rochester Rigging, Inc. Robert Kurek 7819 STATE ROUTE 5 AND 20 Bloomfield, NY 14469 585-657-7665 rkurek@rochesterrigging.com rochesterrigging.com AISC Certifications: BU

Saugus Construction Corp Kerry Fears 1 Farm Lane Georgetown, MA 01833 508-962-6002 kerryf@saugusconstruction.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE

SGA Management Inc Elvis Sicard 1368 NW 78 Ave Doral, FL 33126 786-395-4281 info@sgamanagementinc.com sgamanagementinc.com Also provides fabrication

Shoreline Constructors Inc. Andrea Smith 4835 Colt St Suite A Ventura, CA 93003 805-642-9922 andrea@shorelinemetal.com shorelinemetal.com

A SL Chasse Steel Stephen L. Chasse 8 Christine Dr Hudson, NH 03051 603-886-3436 s.chasse@slchassesteelfab.com slchassesteelfab.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Steel Masters, L.P.

Flex-Erect

Rudy Limon 2214 Blalock Rd Houston, TX 77080 713-464-8652 RLimon@steelmastersinc.com steelmasterslp.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Steve Thomas 6417 Toledo St Houston, TX 77008 713-999-8040 sthomas@flex-erect.com flex-erect.com

V & M Erectors, Inc. Vern Nix 135 Weston Rd, Suite 273 Weston, FL 33326 954-437-9998 vern.nix@vmerectors.com vmerectors.com

Charlie Greco 1024 Keene St Springdale, PA 15144 724-274-4844 cgreco@grecosteel.com grecosteel.com Also provides fabrication

ERECTOR $3-5 MILLION

Gridiron Steel Inc

Greco Steel Products, Inc

Angela Clemens 135 Stoney Run Rd Dillsburg, PA 17019 717-668-7038 aclemens@gridironsteelinc.com gridironsteelinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

Allen Steel Erection Inc. James Alllen 660 Kings Way Merritt Island, FL 32953 321-377-4264 mike@allensteelerection.com allensteelerection.com

Harris County Ironworks, LLC

American Erection, LLC

Derrick Jones 5625 GA Highway 85 Ellerslie, GA 31807 762-240-9032 derrickjones@harriscountyironworks.com harriscountyironworks.com

Celeste Wilhelm 230 Kittanning Pike Pittsburgh, PA 15215 412-965-4689 cwilhelm@a-ellc.com americanerectionllc.com

High Plains Steel Services, LLC

Big Box Erectors LLC

Alex Tower 2055 Howard Smith Ave East Windsor, CO 80550 970-685-3941 alext@highplainscompanies.com highplainscompanies.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

Chelsea Trueblood 137 Production Dr Suite C Avon, IN 46123 317-268-6388 estimating@bigboxerectors.com Bigboxerectors.com

Blakeman Steel, Inc. Billy Blakeman 4200 BRdway Ave Fort Worth, TX 76117 817-831-2601 bblakeman@blakemansteel.com blakemansteel.com

Canal City Industrial, LLC

Hodges Erectors Inc

Nate Gurnish 4032 Tallmadge Rd Rootstown, OH 44272 330-958-1863 office@canalcityindustrial.com canalcityindustrial.com Also provides fabrication

Jorge Amador 11403 NW 122nd St, Unit 21 Miami, FL 33178 305-234-3467 jorge.amador@hodgeserectors.com hodgeserectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BEE, MEE

Cubas Welding Construction Inc

Iron INDASTRIES

Wilson Cubas 5312 Elcar Dr Charlotte, NC 28214 704-668-4987 wilson.cwcinc@gmail.com

CJ Inda PO Box 3171 Montrose, CO 81402 970-258-0323 cj@ironindastriesllc.com ironindastriesllc.com

SSW Engineering & Construction, LLC

Dean Steel Erectors

Carlos Aguayo PO Box 602828 Bayamón, PR 00960 787-787-5405 ca@sswincpr.com; estimating@sswincpr.com sswincpr.org Also provides fabrication

Tom Morris 5366 North Valley Pike Rd Harrisonburg, VA 22802 540-434-7465 tom@deansteel-dse.com dse.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Jonquil Steel & Construction PJ Aikens 140 Veterans Memorial Highway SE Mableton, GA 30126 770-948-9876 pjaikens@jonquilsteel.com jonquilsteel.com

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ERECTOR $0-3 MILLION

Just Steel Inc.

Postel Erection Group, LLC

A.B. Holling Steel Erectors

Francisco Orduno 3100 Whitfield Ave Suite B Sarasota, FL 34211 941-755-7811 frankorduno@juststeel.net juststeel.net

Oscar Martinez 21966 Adams St Porter, TX 77365 281-850-3127 omartinez@postelerectiongroup.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Bucky Holling 182 Tannenbaum Rd Ravenel, SC 29470 843-514-4446 Bucky.holling@gmail.com abhollingconstructioninc.com

A L & L Construction, Inc.

Puri-T Welding and Fabrication

All Things Metal

Brian Schreier 1040 California Rd Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-9361 bschreier1@comcast.net landlconstructioninc.net AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Jordan Duvon 312 Spring St Richland, WA 99354 509-820-1116 jordand@puritwelding.com

Jeff Rock 23724 N Central Ave, Bldg B Phoenix, AZ 85024 623-582-3900 jeffr@atmphx.com allthingsmetalllc.com

Leiser Construction, LLC Lloyd Leiser 1927 365th St Madison, KS 66860 620-437-2747 lloyd@leiserconstruction.com Also provides fabrication

LLS Steel Erectors Luis Sanchez 25 m market st Jacksonville, FL 32202 336-554-5516 luissanchez@llssteelerectors.com llssteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE

March-Westin Company, Inc. Cody Rodeheaver 360 Frontier St Morgantown, WV 26505 304-599-4880 crodeheaver@marchwestin.com marchwestin.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

MKE Iron Erectors, Inc. Barbara Sheedy 1725 Dolphin Dr, Suite E Waukesha, WI 53186 262-352-8406 barbs@mke-iron.com mke-iron.com

MPS Products Corp Michael Pimental 453 Newburyport Turnpike Rowley, MA 01969 978-587-7445 pimentalsteel@gmail.com mpsproductscorp.com

A Porter Steel, Inc. Joel Hall 114 Arcado SW Lilburn, GA 30047 404-821-7520 Jhall@portersteel.com Portersteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Quality Steel Services, Inc. Jim Edwards 740 Cleveland Ave Loveland, CO 80537 970-593-1976 info@qsssteel.com qsssteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

All-Trade Construction

Ramar Steel Erectors, Inc.

ALPHA STEEL ERECTORS

William Raetz 432 Portland Ave Rochester, NY 14605 585-232-7777 bill@ramarsteel.com ramarsteel.com

Antonio Rodriguez 3764 Burdan Cv Memphis, TN 38118 901-746-9612 Arodriguez@alphasteelerectors.com alphasteelerectors.com

Ranger Steel Erectors, Inc.

ALW Welding, Inc.

Chris Wygal 602 Grantham Ave West Monroe, LA 71292 318-348-8880 chris@ranger-steel.com ranger-steel.com

Marina Wood 107 Union Dr Chocowinity, NC 27889 252-495-2240 alwwelding@gmail.com

Silver Lake Welding Services

James Read 33 Allen Ave Extension Falmouth, ME 04105 207-797-8987 jread@americanaerialservices.com americanaerialservices.com

Sean Crouch 2433 Silver Lake Rd Dayton, VA 22821 540-416-8530 scrouch.slws@gmail.com slwsinc.com

Steel Fabricators, LLC James Moonen 721 NE 44th St Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334 860-209-9796 jmoonen@sfab.com sfab.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, CCE-2, CCE-3

Trinity Steel Erection, Inc. Beth Belcher 1349 Pine Creek Ridge Dr Powhatan, VA 23139 804-598-8811 beth@trinitysteelerection.com trinitysteelerection.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Warrior Steel Erection Corp.

Octavio Hernandez 184 Camel Back RD Siler City, NC 27344 919-930-4872 octavio@warriorsteelerection.com warriorsteelerection.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

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Bo Haydt 1210 Little Gap Rd Palmerton, PA 18071 570-269-3910 bo@all-tradeconstruction.com tradeconstruction.com

American Aerial Services, Inc.

Atlas Welding & Fabrication, Inc. Kurt Schmid 728 Grantham Lane New Castle, DE 19720 302-326-1900 kurt@atlasfab.net atlasfab.net AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

Blue Steel Welding & Fabricating Inc Clint Hall 1040 East Hiawatha St Metter, GA 30439 912-531-2057 clinthall12@gmail.com

Bull Building Erectors LLC Gumaro Limon 6107 Wortham Way Houston, TX 77033 832-441-7426 bullbuildingerectorsllc@gmail.com bullbuildingerectorsllc.com

Caddo Mills Construction Arturo Rivera 1774 CR 2738 Caddo Mills, TX 75135 903-461-6195 Caddomillsconstruction@gmail.com

Caprock Building Systems, LLC Mark Gilbreath P.O. Box 33162 Amarillo, TX 79106 806-468-8471 markg@caprockbuildings.com caprockbuildings.com

Carolina Structural Welding & Steel Erection, Inc. Aurelia Chacon 1006 Highway 218 W Indian Trail, NC 28079 980-307-1706 Achacon@carolinasw-inc.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Carrara Steel Erectors, Inc. Patrick Carrara 1717 Gaskell Ave Erie, PA 16503 814-452-4600 pcarrara@amthorsteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

CAS Steel Erectors, Inc. Christopher Smith 237 Duncan Hill Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-697-8877 cassteel@cassteel.com cassteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Central Texas Steel Erectors

Anthony Velez 5115 N Dysart Rd Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 602-725-0714 anthony@avdeckinginc.com

RJ Wood 13675 Hero Way W. Leander, TX 78641 512-663-5356 Rj@centexsteel.com centexsteel.com AISC Certifications: BU

Black Cat LLC

Citadel Steel Erectors Inc.

Ryan Lewis 1720 Pacific Ave Cheyenne, WY 82007 307-637-5266 ryanl@blackcatwyo.com blackcatwyo.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Mitchell Stevens 3405 Apex Peakway Apex, NC 27502 919-362-5122 mstevens@citadelcontractors.com citadelcontractors.com AISC Certifications: CSE

AV Decking Inc

Cory Enterprises Inc

Glenridge Fabricators Inc.

Key West Metal Industries Incorporated

Metrolina Steel Erectors, Inc.

Cory Baxter 13415 Forge Branch Dr Greensboro, MD 21639 410-708-9953 coryenterprises87@yahoo.com

Kampta Persaud 79-45-77 Ave Glendale, NY 11385 718-456-2297 Seiko@gfisteel.com

Crick Construction LLC

GOP Ironworks

Tina Garcia 13831 S. Kostner Ave Crestwood, IL 60418 708-371-1470 ap@keywestmetal.com keywestmetal.com

Barry Mitchell 160 Ebenezer Rd Statesville, NC 28325 704-315-3386 bmitchell@metrolina-inc.com metrolinasteelerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Gregory Crick 409 Franklin Streeet Scottsboro, AL 35768 256-259-7825 gcrick@crickconstruction.com

Karen Porro 637 Wyckoff Ave, Ste 340 Wyckoff, NJ 07481 201-643-6641 info@gopironworks.com gopironworks.com

Cumberland Steel Company, LLC Tanner Myers 456 Horsepower Hill Rd Corbin, KY 40701 606-215-0884 tanner@cumberlandsteel.com cumberlandsteel.com

HTX Steel Constructors

Dial's Metal Works

Independence Steel & Rigging LLC

Patrick Dial PO Box 414 Lacrosse, FL 32658 352-922-0705 Rick.dialsmetalworks@gmail.com

Nick DeRusha PO Box 738 Pima, AZ 85543 928-651-1694 nickd@independencesteelfab.com

Eastern Constructors, Inc

INFRACERO SRL

Brad Kincaid PO Box 518 Geismar, LA 70734 225-450-3226 ap@easternci.com

Wilfredo Castellanos Calle Emil Boyrie de Moya #18 Local #3 Santo Domingo, Outside US/Canada 10147 829-401-3012 wilfredo.castellanos@infracero.com infracero.com

Eastern Metal Works Inc Mike Brickley 20 Higgins Dr Milford, CT 06460 203-878-6995 Mbrickley@easternmetalworks.com easternmetalworks.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, SBR

Eastern Steel Erectors, LLC

Craig Peterson 12707 Rocky Meadow Dr Houston, TX 77024 713-252-3516 cpeterson@htxsteel.com

Intermountain Erectors, Inc. Mark Shell 1546 North 25th East Idaho Falls, ID 83401 208-528-7544 mark.shell@ieisteel.com ieisteel.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE

Ryan Pepin 56 N Harwinton Ave Terryville, CT 06786 860-585-9016 ryan@easternsteelerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

J & H Erectors Inc

Ed Emmons Steel Erectors, Inc

Jack Foster Co. Erectors, Inc.

David Emmons 5801 West Nine Mile Rd Pensacola, FL 32526 850-944-2017 david@emmons-steel.com

Karen Litzner 1119 South Santa Fe St Wichita, KS 67211 316-263-2901 karen_jackfosterco@sbcglobal.net

Fresno Fab-Tech, Inc.

Keith's Welding Service, Inc.

Travis Nishi 1035 K. St Sanger, CA 93657 559-875-9800 tnishi@ffti.us fresnofabtech.com AISC Certifications: BU

Bryan Shirley 5123 Locust Hill Rd Travelers Rest, SC 29690 864-895-8191 bryanshirleykws@bellsouth.net keithsweldingservice.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Wayne Jacobson 601 Soo Lane Ste 101 Buffalo, MN 55313 763-684-1962 jandherectors@yahoo.com

Lesley Erectors, Inc.

Mid Atlantic Steel Erectors, Inc.

Glenn Williams 500 McNeely Rd Piedmont, SC 29673 864-400-6320 gwilliams.lei@gmail.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Roy Fridley 832 Westwood Pine Court Moseley, VA 23120 804-598-9351 midatlanticsteel@yahoo.com midatlanticsteelerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Linton's Mechanical, LLC Patsy Mack 104 Sawgrass Ave Goose Creek, SC 29445 843-572-0955 pmack@rentallstatecrane.com lintonmechanical.com

Miscellaneous Steel & Rail Tanessa Celentano 26 Schwier Rd South Windsor, CT 06074 860-289-0333 tanessa@msrsteel.com msrsteel.com

LJ Metal Works Logan Jankowsky 1200 Castle Hayne Rd Wilmington, NC 28401 919-624-6196 ljankowsky@ljmetalworks.net ljmetalworksnc.com

Mitchell Welding & Iron Works, Inc. Kevin Mitchell 7 Enterprise Dr Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 609-465-7510 kevin@Mitchellironworks.com mitchellironworks.com

LRS Construction Services LP Melissa Chumley 5437 County Rd 312 Cleburne, TX 76031 682-459-3030 Melissa@LRSconstructionServices.com LRSconstructionServices.com

Mabe Steel, Inc. Bryan Mabe 1490 Brookford Rd Kernersville, NC 27284 336-671-1001 bryanmabe@mabesteel.com mabesteel.com

Maryland Iron, Inc. Michael Lagoey 145 8th Ave N.W. Glen Burnie, MD 21061 410-766-1800 mlagoey@me.com marylandiron.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU, CPT

Master Steel, LLC Donald Stephens 9769 Speedway Blvd Hardeeville, SC 29927 843-784-7173 d.stephens@master-steel.net master-steel.net AISC Certifications: CSE

Merit Erectors, Inc. Chris Koenig 1046 Delta Ave #5 Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-533-3761 mei@fuse.net meriterectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

MK STEELBUILT Michael Kleeves 11878 E Crescent St Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 760-771-7847 mike@mksteelbuilt.com mksteelbuilt.com

Montalvo Steel LLC Limni Daniel Montalvo 1328 NE 15th St Ocala, FL 34470 512-923-7726 MontalvoSteelLLC@gmail.com

Nationwide Erectors LLC. Ryan Bland 2580 St Rose Pkwy Ste. 335 Henderson, NV 89074 817-343-4929 rbland@nwerectors.com nwerectors.com AISC Certifications: CSE

NexGen Contracting Todd Pesavento 2325 E. Camelback Rd, Suite 270 Phoenix, AZ 85016 510-418-4304 tpesavento@nexgengc.com nexgengc.com

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY NexGen Steel Erectors, Inc.

Powers Built Structures Inc.

Michael Boscarino 929 East St Middletown, CT 06457 860-461-5778 mike@nexgensteelerectors.com nexgensteelerectors.com

Wendy Powers 23934 CR 10 Hudson, CO 80642 303-536-9335 wendy@powersbuilt.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Oasis Welding LLC

Pro Steel, Inc.

Jorge Alonso 1160 Tarheel Rd Benson, NC 27504 919-243-5301 oasisweldingllc@gmail.com Also provides fabrication

Harvey Freeman 38805 Myers Rd Yoder, CO 80864 719-644-9040 freeman@coloradoprosteel.com coloradoprosteel.com Also provides fabrication

Ogeechee Steel, Inc. Brandi Perossa 133 Lindsey Rd Swainsboro, GA 30401 478-237-2770 bperossa@ogeecheesteel.com ogeecheesteel.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, SEE, BU

Parsons Steel Builders, Inc.

Pro-Weld Jordan Campbell 525 Blue Sky Pkwy Lexington, KY 40509 859-797-5341 jordan@proweldky.com proweldky.com Also provides fabrication

Joe Parsons 4580 N. Highway Dr Tucson, AZ 85705 520-887-6207 joe@steelaz.com steelaz.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU

Quinlan Enterprises

Peak Steel

R.C. Fabricators, Inc.

David Woodruff 1610 N. Salem St Apex, NC 27523 919-362-5955 david@peaksteel.com peaksteel.com Also provides fabrication

Bill Sheehan 824 Locust St Wilmington, DE 19801 302-573-8989 bsheehan@rcfabricators.com rcfabricators.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Perry & Perry Builders, Inc.

John Quinlan P.O. Box 32 Claxton, GA 30417 912-739-1555 johnhquinlan@yahoo.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Lin Perry 215 East Cameron Ave Rockdale, TX 76567 512-446-2752 lin@ppbrockdale.com ppbrockdale.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Ram Steel LLC

Pinnacle Precast & Steel Erectors Inc.

Raulli & Sons, Inc.

Jeffrey Harnish 84 North St Milford, NH 03055 603-400-7044 jharnish@ppse-nh.com ppse-nh.com

Linn White 213 Teall Ave Syracuse, NY 13210 315-479-6693 lwhite@raulliandsons.com raulliandsons.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, BU, CPT

Pinnacle Steel NE, Inc Troy Noe P.O. Box 952 Nolensville, TN 37135 615-776-7240 Troy@pinnaclesteelerectors.com pinnaclesteelerectors.com

Jose Ramirez Po Box 70024 Bakersfield CA 93387 Bakersfield, CA 93307 661-342-5208 jose@ramsteelllc.com Ramsteelllc.com

RedIron Construction Ranea White 7515 Jefferson Highway #304 Baton Rouge, LA 70806 225-454-8550 ranea@redironconstruction.com redironconstruction.com

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Regional Erectors, Inc Frank Terrell PO Box 157 Semmes, AL 36575 251-645-6776 Frank3@regionalsteelproducts.com regionalsteelproducts.com AISC Certifications: CSE, BU

RMS Iron Works LLC Ryan Surette 8 Continental Dr, Unit D Exeter, NH 7526 603-327-6368 rmsironworksllc@hotmail.com rmsironworksllc.com

RND Contractors Inc Nancy Sauter 14796 Jurupa Ave A Fontana, CA 92337 909-721-6954 nsauter@rndcontractorsinc.com RNDCONTRACTORSINC.COM AISC Certifications: CSE, BU, IBR, SBR, CCE-3, FCE

Ropac, Inc. Patti Davis 3690 Lightwood Rd Deatsville, AL 36022 334-569-2893 pdavis@ropacinc.com ropacinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Rose Steel, Inc. Mike Guillemette 250 Ocean Rd Greenland, NH 03840 603-436-7950 mguillemette@rosesteelinc.com rosesteelinc.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Schulz Iron Works, Inc. Robert Johnson 1615 Hawkins Ave Sanford, NC 27330 336-601-3704 robert@schulzironworks.com schulzironworks.com Also provides fabrication

Searcy Construction Services, Inc. Tommy Searcy 1638 FM 993 Pittsburg, TX 75686 903-452-2322 twsconser@sbcglobal.net

Shaw Welding Company, Inc. Richard Shaw 7 Innis Dr Billerica, MA 01821 978-667-0197 rick@shawwelding.com shawwelding.com Also provides fabrication

Skyline Decking Corp Javier osorio 13688 E US HIGHWAY 92 Dover, FL 33527 813-898-9480 javier.o@skylinedecking.org skylinedeckingcorp.com

Southern Rigging & Erection, Inc. John Harris 1551 Mort Harris Rd Louisburg, NC 27540 919-496-4401 john@southernrigging.net AISC Certifications: CSE

Southwest Steel Erectors Rick Brown 7282 55th Ave East, Unit 142 Bradenton, FL 34203 941-650-3995 rbrown4644@aol.com

SSE Enterprise LLC Bill Grill 401 West High St Pottstown, PA 19464 845-551-3155 billgrillsse@gmail.com

SSW Erectors, LLC Carlos A. Aguayo 4808 Randolph Rd Morrisville, VT 05661 802-888-2422 ben@sswerectors.com sswofvt.com

Stacker Construction Matt Meisenbach 2501 Peregrine Creek Dr Milliken, CO 80543 970-632-0477 mattm@stackerconstruction.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Steelco Erectors, LLC Kyle Landfried 3818 Fremar Rd NE Lancaster, OH 43130 614-905-0309 klsteelco@gmail.com

Stokes Welding & Structural Steel Inc Vickie Stokes 757 Eatmon Rd Zebulon, NC 27597 919-625-1322 mvstokes@bellsouth.net

Suncoast Industries of Florida Jonathan L. Dean 6133 Idlewild St Fort Myers, FL 33966 239-936-7887 jond@suncoastindustries.net suncoastindustries.net

Superior Steel Erectors, Inc.

Villabona Iron Works

Integrated Structures Corp.

Justin Geddings 1712 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd Annapolis, MD 21409 410-349-1280 superiorsteelerectors@hotmail.com superiorsteelerectorsinc.com

John Villabona 1415 W New Bern Rd Kinston, NC 28504 252-521-1433 villabona@embarqmail.com

T&M Decking, Inc.

Charles D. Cooke 5120 Jefferson Davis Highway Richmond, VA 23234 804-271-9471 chuckcooke@wogrubb.com wogrubb.com

Nicole Mignone 4 Pinehurst Dr Bellport, NY 11713 516-937-9200 nmignone@integratedstructure.com integratedstructure.com Also provides erection AISC Certifications: CSE, BU, SBR

Michele Mangan 4590 Denny's Store Rd Oxford, NC 27565 336-599-6164 m.mangan@tmdecking.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

W.O. Grubb Steel Erection, Inc.

Wennersten Construction, Inc. Chase Wennersten 3057 N. Norfolk Mesa, AZ 85215 480-272-9461 chasew@wennerstenconst.com wennerstenconst.com

FABRICATOR Tampa Construction LLC Carlos Rodriguez 4050 Calaway Oaks ln Katy, TX 77494 813-290-1439 tc.carlosdecking@gmail.com tcgeneraldecking.com

Trinity Steel Services LLC Floyd Stalker 225 N US HWY 31 New Whiteland, in 46183 386-292-3198 floyds@trinitysteelservices.com trinitysteelservices.com AISC Certifications: CSE

Banker Steel Dewayne Minnick 1619 Wythe Rd Lynchburg, VA 24501 434-847-4575 dminnick@bankersteel.com bankersteel.com AISC Certifications: BU, ABR, IBR, SBR , CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3, FCE

Tri-Steel Fabricators, Inc.

Basden Steel Corporation

James Werosta 501 Prospect St Trenton, NJ 08618 609-392-8660 jrwerosta@tristeelfab.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, CPT

Nat Killpatrick 645 East Renfro St Burleson, TX 76028 817-710-2859 nat@basdensteel.com basdensteel.com AISC Certifications: BU

Tuscarora Rigging, Inc. Barry Slusser 11375 Standing Stone Rd Huntingdon, PA 16652 814-506-8166 bslusser@tuscarorarigging.com tuscarorarigging.com Also provides fabrication AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU

Building Envelope Systems

Universal Welding Services LLC Charles Newton 1114 Axis Lane Corpus Christi, TX 5414 361-834-8146 charles@universalweldingservices.com universalweldingservices.com

Elio Perrazzino 270 Ch. du Tremblay Boucherville, QC J4B 5X 9 514-605-0177 elio.perrazzino@canamgroupinc.com construction.com Also provides erection

Validus Steel Erectors Inc Jose Contreras 6623 Dwightware Blvd Charlotte, NC 28227 205-493-0176 jcontreras@vse-inc.org

Fermin Goitia 20 High St Plainville, MA 02762 508-381-0429 fermin@teambes.com teambes.com

D&D Welding & Fabrication, LLC Martine Vaughn 222 SW 21st Terrace Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 772-621-5303 MARTINEV@DDWELDING.COM ddwelding.com AISC Certifications: BU

King Steel Inc

Diligent Welding and Fabrication Hu Montague 2730 NW 1st Ave Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-699-9000 hu@mydiligent.com mydiligent.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, CPT

Marvin Brown 353 Swanson Dr Lawrenceville, GA 30043 770-407-7600 mbrown@kingsteelinc.net kingsteelinc.net AISC Certifications: BU, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

L&D Steel USA Inc Patrick Dunn 13240 Belcher Rd Largo, FL 33773 727-538-9917 pat.dunn@ldsteelusa.com LDSteelUSA.com AISC Certifications: BU, SBR

Division 5 Steel, Inc. Ken Frisbee 417 East Weldon St Starke, FL 32091 904-964-4513 ken@division5steel.com division5steel.com AISC Certifications: BU

D-Sol Welding Services

Lyndon Steel

David Solis 4528 S I35W Alvarado, TX 76009 817-454-0137 davidsolis3@dsolweldingservices.com dsolweldingservices.com Also provides erection

Casey Kemper 1947 Union Cross Rd Winston-Salem, NC 27107 336-293-0298 CKemper@lyndonsteel.com lyndonsteel.com AISC Certifications: BU, CCE-2, CCE-3

E&H Steel Corporation

McWhirter Steel

Robert W. Thomas 3635 East Highway 134 Midland City, AL 36350 334-983-5636 rwthomas@ehsteel.com ehsteel.com AISC Certifications: BU, CCE-2, CCE-3

Nathan McWhirter 42211 7th St East Lancaster, CA 93535 661-435-7261 nathan@mcwhirtersteel.com mcwhirtersteel.com AISC Certifications: BU

ELITE IRON AND ELECTRIC, INC. Lacei-Luv Clausen 303 W. Radio Rd Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-325-0025 office@eliteironps.com EliteIronPS.com

MSD Building Corp.

Capone Iron Corporation

Henderson Fab

Joshua Hanson 8600 Pineland Rd Houston, TX 77044 713-477-8335 josh@msdbuildingcorp.com msdbuildingcorp.com Also provides erection AISC Certifications: BU

Stephen Capone 20 Turcotte Memorial Dr Rowley, MA 01969 978-948-8000 s.capone@caponeiron.com caponeiron.com Also provides erection AISC Certifications: BU, SBR, CPT

Brett Henderson 2624 Ivory Rd Loganville, GA 30052 470-503-8788 brett@hendersonfab.com hendersonfab.com AISC Certifications: BU

Canam Group

Nucor Tim Geary 1915 Rexford Rd Charlotte, NC 28211 402-841-6381 tgeary@vulcraft-ne.com nucor.com

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY O'Kane Structural Steel Inc.

SteelFab

Diarmuid Cregg 1310 Armstrong Ave San Francisco, CA 94124 415-756-6780 dcregg@okanesteel.com okanesteel.com

Rob Burlington 5105 Bur Oak Circle, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27612 919-828-9545 rburlington@steelfab-inc.com steelfab-inc.com AISC Certifications: BU, IBR, SBR, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3, FCE

Owen Steel Company Jeff Pate 727 Manuey Dr Columbia, SC 29201 803-251-7624 jeff.pate@owensteel.com owensteel.com AISC Certifications: BU, ABR, IBR, SBR , CCE1, CCE-2, CCE-3, FCE, BU, IBR, SBR, FCEB

Padgett, Inc. Jimmy Padgett 901 East 4th St New Albany, IN 47150 812-945-1299 rjpadgett@padgett-inc.com padgett-inc.com AISC Certifications: BU, SBR, CPT, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

Worcester County Welding Corp Robert Johnson 101 Huntoon Memorial Hwy Rochdale, MA 01542 508-335-8932 rob@jsengineers.com

Brian Georger 728 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 1001 Chicago, IL 60661 312-545-8931 b.georger@atema.com atema.com

BBSI Tucker Smith 8100 NE Parkway Dr, Suite 200 Vancouver, WA 98662 818-699-2773 tucker.smith@bbsi.com bbsi.com

Halme Builders, Inc

Josh Butler 2021 Fillmore St #195 San Francisco, CA 94115 650-766-4901 josh@compscience.com compscience.com

Dan Halme 27241 State Route 25 North Davenport, WA 99122 509-725-1200 dan@halmebuilders.com halmebuilders.com

Joe Messner 1201 Valley Rd Coatesville, PA 19320 484-698-6201 dbonura@jgmusa.com jgmusa.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE, BU, ABR, IBR, SBR , FCE, BU, ABR, IBR, SBR , CPT, FCEB

P Decking Steel Inc Pedro Marroquin 9709 Parkridge Dr Charlotte, NC 28214 704-477-7772 pmarroquin@pdeckingsteel.com

Smith Ironworks, Inc.

Summit Industrial

Blake Weaver 5285 Highway 114 Lyerly, GA 30730 706-895-3311 bweaver@smith-ironworks.com smith-ironworks.com AISC Certifications: BU

Shane Gordon 2727 Allen Parkway, Ste 400 Houston, TX 77019 281-949-6206 sgordon@summit.us summit.us

Jim Simonson 2260 Flowood Dr Jackson, MS 39232 601-939-9222 simonson@steelservice.com steelservice.com AISC Certifications: BU, SBR, CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3

Atema Inc.

Anthony Brown 833 S East Ave Columbus, KS 66725 620-429-1414 abrown@crossland.com crossland.com AISC Certifications: CSE, MEE

Benjamin Burnsed 6410 North West 123rd Place Gainesville, FL 32653 386-518-5400 Benj@raysmetalworks.com raysmetalworks.com

Steel Service Corporation

Julia Kunlo 5171 Glenwood Ave, Suite 400 Raleigh, NC 27612 919-858-6781 j.kunlo@evolutionsafetyresources.com evolutionsafetyresources.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Crossland Construction Company

JGM Fabricators & Constructors, LLC

Gene Miles 114 East Warehouse Court Taylors, SC 29687 864-244-2860 gmiles@scsteel.com scsteel.com AISC Certifications: BU

A Evolution Safety Resources

Landin Beer 444 Liberty Ave, Suite 400 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-551-8606 landin_beer@ajg.com ajg.com

Exceed Safety LLC Tim Neubauer 7610 Falls of Neuse Rd, Suite 200 RALEIGH, NC 27615 919-728-7233 Tim@exceedsafety.com exceedsafety.com

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Ray's Metal Works

SC Steel, LLC

Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance

SERVICES Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. David Slatinsky 1125 Sanctuary Parkway Ste 300 Alpharetta, GA 30009 912-660-8103 david.slatinsky@alliant.com alliant.com

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CompScience

Construction Insurance Agency, Inc. Carrie Gulajan 7896 Donegan Dr Manassas, VA 20109 703-257-7540 CarrieG@Const-ins.com const-ins.com

Core Matters Ryan Englin 3401 Mallory Lane #100 Franklin, TN 37067 629.269.0021 ryan@corematters.com corematters.com

CSD Structural Engineers Thomas Getschman 8989 N. Port Washington Rd Milwaukee, WI 53217 414-247-2861 tgetschman@csd-eng.com csd-eng.com

Deltek ComputerEase Jim Dawkins 2291 Wood Oak Dr Herndon, VA 20171 571 612 6727 jamesdawkins@deltek.com deltek.com

Engine Kyle Croyle 1600 Wewatta St, Suite 250 Denver, CO 80202 773-484-7222 kyle.croyle@engine.com engine.com

Fieldforce Workforce Solutions Terasa Bailey 373 Technology Dr Andrews, SC 29510 843-344-3268 tbailey@fieldforcesolutions.com fieldforcesolutions.com

Fisher & Phillips LLP Brandice Johnson 220 West Main St Louisville, KY 40202 704-334-4565 bnjohnson@fisherphillips.com fisherphillips.com

Gsource Technologies LLC McKinsey Duquette 450 N Park Rd Suite 300A Hollywood, FL 33021 888-322-9925 mckinsey@gsourcedata.com gsourcedata.com

Kollman & Saucier, PA Frank L. Kollman 1823 York Rd Timonium, MD 21093 410-727-4300 fkollman@kollmanlaw.com kollmanlaw.com

Mighty Mo Media Partners, LLC Tracy Bennett 7804 NW Rosewood Circle Parkville, MO 64152 816-536-7903 tbennett@mightymomedia.com mightymomedia.com

MP Specialty Insurance Jason McElrath P. O. Box 4119 West Columbia, SC 29171 803-936-1601 jason@mpspecialty.com mpspecialty.com

PCF Insurance Services Zac Beane 350 N Cox St Unit 3 Asheboro, NC 27203 336-964-5327 zac@iatriad.com pcfins.com

Raken Raken Team 703 Palomar Airport Rd Carlsbad, CA 92011 858-290-4477 hello@rakenapp.com rakenapp.com

Safety Plus Bobby Gagnet 3725 Airport Blvd, Ste 208-B Mobile, AL 36608 251-654-6507 bobby.gagnet@safetyplus.io safetyplus.io

Safran Law Offices Stephen Safran 120 South Boylan Ave Raleigh, NC 27603 919-828-1396 stephen@safranlaw.com safranlaw.com

Siteline Charlotte Bohnett 2443 Fillmore St, #380-8562 San Francisco, CA 94115 419-215-6096 charlotte@siteline.com siteline.com

Stubbs Engineering, Inc. Lindsey Hoffman 277 E. Amador Ave, Ste 200 Las Cruces, NM 88001 575-993-5228 lhoffman@stubbseng.com stubbseng.com

A Trivent Safety Consulting Bryan McClure 1499 W 120th Ave #110 Westminster, CO 80234 720-388-0609 bryanm@triventsc.com triventsc.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Wallace Welch & Willingham Clay Crum 300 First Ave South, Fifth Floor St Petersburg, FL 33701 727-522-7777 ext.282 ccrum@w3ins.com w3ins.com

SPECIALTY SERVICES Advanced Construction Robotics Danielle Proctor 3812 William Flinn Highway, Building 1 Suite 400 Allison Park, PA 15101 412-848-8622 dproctor@constructionrobots.com constructionrobots.com

Bay Crane AJ Crandall 8200 FISCHER RD STE 100 Baltimore, MD 21222 410-285-6363 acrandall@baycrane.com ma.com

Buckner Heavylift Cranes, LLC Bridget Brown 4732 NC Hwy 54 East Graham, NC 27253 336-214-8096 bridget@bucknerheavylift.com bucknercompanies.com

Full Sail Logistics Craig Christopherson 2436 Mill Trace Ln Dayton, OH 45458 440-462-2519 Cchristopherson@ShipFSL.com shipfsl.com

Mountain Crane Service, LLC

BlueScope Conventional Steel Services

Cailey Riley 393 S. 2650 W. Salt Lake City, UT 84104 801-520-0587 cailey@mountaincrane.com mountaincrane.com

Tim McNeely PO Box 419917 Kansas City, MO 64141 816-245-6500 tmcneely@vp.com

ORBIT industrial service & maintenance

Rob Spence 1391 E Boone Industrial Blvd Columbia, MO 65202 512-368-8536 rob.spence@colsafety.com colsafety.com

Christopher Oehl 5316 W. Missouri Ave Glendale, AZ 85301 480-822-8373 coehl@orbit-industrial.com orbit-industrial.com

Pilot Risk Management Consulting Miles Gurley 3608 W Friendly, Ste 202 Greensboro, NC 27410 336-687-9199 Miles@pilotrmc.com pilotrmc.com

CraneTrader.com Samantha Wegner 120 West Harvest Dr Lincoln, NE 68521 844-822-7143 samantha-wegner@sandhills.com machinerytrader.com

Superior Cranes, Inc. Joe Everett 405 US Hwy 74 W Rockingham, NC 28379 910-417-8813 joeeverett@superiorcranes.com superiorcranes.com

Elephant Lifting Products Justin Rineer 38381 N. Robert Wilson Rd, Suite A Gonzales, LA 70737 440-429-7655 jrineer@elephantlifting.com elephantlifting .com

SUPPLIER & MANUFACTURER

Gulf Coast Rebar INC

ALP Industries

Michele Adams 3609 A East 10th Ave Tampa, FL 33605 813-247-1200 michele@gulfcoastrebar.com gulfcoastrebar.com

Edgardo Torres 512 North Market St Lancaster, PA 17603 717-314-7551 etorres@alpindustries.com alpindustries.com

A Guy M. Turner, Inc.

Ashley Sling, Inc.

David Johnson 4514 S. Holden Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 336-294-4660 djohnson@guymturner.com guymturner.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Jeff Ashley P.O. Box 44413 Atlanta, GA 30336 404-691-2604 jeff@ashleysling.com ashleysling.com

A Hamilton Tree Service Inc

Charlotte Branson 14211 Slatebrooks Dr Midland, NC 28107 704-322-2272 charlotte_branson@atlanticandsouthern.com atlanticandsouthern.com

Grant Hamilton 4949 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA 94553 925-228-1010 office@hamiltontree.com Hamiltontree.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Heavy Iron, LLC Levy Brack 4682 Augusta Rd Lexington, SC 29072 803-358-9191 levy@heavyironcranes.com heavyironcranes.com

Industrial Training International Jonah Hobson 9428 Old Pacific Hwy Woodland, WA 98674 360-225-1100 jonah@iti.com iti.com

Columbia Safety and Supply

Engineered Supply, LLC Arlen Grant 201 2nd Ave S. Bayport, MN 55003 612-508-6727 agrant@engineeredsupply.com engineeredsupply.com

Atlantic & Southern Equipment LLC

EquipmentShare Eddie Parsons 5710 Bull Run Dr Columbia, MO 65201 903-590-9185 eddie.parsons@equipmentshare.com equipmentshare.com

Birmingham Fastener

Essential Perimeter Safety Systems, Inc.

Baron Yarborough 931 Ave W Birmingham, AL 35214 817-896-3315 baron.yarborough@bhamfast.com bhamfast.com

Sarah Long 30 Harwood Ave Littleton, MA 01460 978-501-7108 info@epssafe.com epssafe.com

Bishop Lifting Products, Inc.

FallTech

David Moseley 2301 Commerce St, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77002 713-671-7803 david.moseley@lifting.com lifting.com

Alexis Arce 1306 S. Alameda St Comptom, CA 90221 800)719-4619 aarce@falltech.com falltech.com

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SEAA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Fascan International

Intsel Steel

Mike Faloney 4517 North Point Rd Baltimore, MD 21219 410-388-9144 mfaloney@fascan.com fascan.com

Dustin Clause 100 STEEL DRIVE New Castle, DE 19720 718-869-0295 dustin.clause@intselsteel.com intselsteel.com

Fire Facilities

ITW Commercial Construction North America

Robyn Ogden 314 Wilburn Rd Sun Prairie, WI 53590 608-345-1805 rogden@trachte.com firefacilities.com

General Equipment & Supply

Zach Zider 155 Harlem Ave Glenview, IL 60025 224-262-0253 zzider@itwccna.com ramset.com

Michael Hooper P.O. Box 80489 Simpsonville, SC 29680 337-302-0523 MHooper@gequip.com gequip.com

Jack O. Blair Corporation

GWY LLC

JLG Industries, Inc.

Donald Laro 217 Forest Rd Greenfield, NH 03047 603-547-3808 dlaro@gwyinc.com gwyinc.com

Kristen Wittemann 13621 Crayton Blvd Hagerstown, MD 21742 240-866-7035 kwittemann@jlg.com jlg.com

Hanes Supply, Inc.

KASK America, Inc.

Mike Salanger 55 James E. Casey Dr Buffalo, NY 14206 800-462-6895 msalanger@hanessupply.com hanessupply.com

Devan Corum 301 W Summit Ave Charlotte, NC 28203 980-255-9936 corum@kaskamerica.com kask.com

Haydon Bolts, Inc.

Kito Crosby

Rich Giusti, Jr. 1181 Unity St Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-537-8700 RichJr@HaydonBolts.com haydonbolts.com

Michael Campbell 2600 North Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080 918-832-5217 michael.campbell@thecrosbygroup.com kitocrosby.com

Hilti, Inc.

LeJeune Bolt Company

Eric Shea 7250 Dallas Parkway, Lgeacy Tower, Suite 1000 Plano, TX 75024 410-236-2653 eric.shea@hilti.com hilti.com

Rich Kiefer 3500 West Highway 13 Burnsville, MN 55337 952-890-7700 rkiefer@lejeunebolt.com lejeunebolt.com

Jack Blair 330 Rayford Rd, #260 Spring, TX 77386 832-928-9655 jack@theblaircompanies.com

OTH Pioneer Rigging

Magni Telescopic Handlers Joe Leinwol 616 West 1st Ave Roselle, NJ 07203 908-280-8899 joe@magniamerica.com magnith.com

MAX USA Corp.

John Dominice 205 Express St Plainview, NY 11803 516-946-1055 jdominice@maxusacorp.com maxusacorp.com

Mazzella Companies Adam Franz 21000 Aerospace Parkway Cleveland, OH 44142 704-399-6314 AFranz@mazzellacompanies.com mazzellacompanies.com

MGX Equipment Services LLC Jaime Cook 11270 W Park Place Milwaukee, WI 3623 214-399-1370 jaime.cook@mgxequipment.com mgxequipment.com

Miller Electric Mfg LLC Sara Peters 1635 W Spencer St Appleton, WI 54914 920-734-9821 sara.peters@millerwelds.com millerwelds.com

Nelson Stud Welding Nick Caratelli 7900 West Ridge Rd Elyria, OH 44035 804-564-6365 Nick.caratelli@nelsonstud.com nelsonstudwelding.com

Infra-Metals William Stoner 6 Penns Trail, Suite 201 Newtown, PA 18940 630-913-6064 wills@infra-metals.com infra-metals.com

Lincoln Electric Brian Hart 22801 St Clair Ave Cleveland, OH 44117 912-656-1978 Brian_Hart@lincolnelectric.com lincolnelectric.com

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Pewag Chain Doug McElravy 600 W CrossRds Parkway Bolingbrook, IL 60440 630-686-3213 dougm@pewagchain.com pewag.com

Pneutek, Inc. David Nelson 17 Friars Dr Hudson, NH 03051 603-883-1660 dnelson@pneutek.com pneutek.com

R/A Hoerr Incorporated John Slagle 9804 W Primrose Ln. Edwards, IL 61528 770-330-7156 jslagle@salessynergygroup.com

Red-D-Arc Welderentals Bill King 5324 N. Graham St Charlotte, NC 28269 704-309-5939 bill.king@airgas.com red-d-arc.com

RiggingWarehouse.com Kevin Pitcock 1 Tomsons Rd #100 Saugerties, NY 12477 845-338-1325 kpitcock@peaktrading.com riggingwarehouse.com

SDS2 by ALLPLAN Nathan Bloch 8333 Glynoaks Dr, Suite 200 Lincoln, NE 68516 402-326-8300 nbloch@allplan.com sds2.com

Simpson Strong-Tie

LGH Stacy Cullotta 9925 Industrial Dr Bridgeview, IL 60455 800-878-7305 stacy.cullotta@rentlgh.com rentlgh.com

Rose Baker 6750 Saint-Laurent Blvd Montreal, QC H2S 3C 7 438-270-4223 office@othrigging.com othrigging.com

New Millennium Building Systems Steve Clark 1690 Brdway, Bldg. 19, Ste 160 Fort Wayne, IN 46802 260-241-5285 steve.clark@newmill.com newmill.com

Oates Metal Deck & Building Products, Inc. David Reed 450 Preston Rd Pasadena, TX 77503 817-345-0401 davidreed@oatesmetaldeck.com oatesmetaldeck.com

Galen Longley 5956 W. Las Positas Blvd Pleasanton, CA 94588 615-989-9018 glongley@strongtie.com strongtie.com AISC Certifications: BU

Skyjack Malcom Early 55 Campbell Rd Guelph, ON N1H 1B 9 519-837-0888 Malcolm.Early@skyjack.com skyjack.com

St. Louis Screw & Bolt

ERECTORS WHO PROVIDE FABRICATION

FABRICATORS WHO PROVIDE ERECTION

Joe Howard 2000 Access Blvd Madison, IL 62060 800-237-7059 slhoward@stlouisscrewbolt.com stlouisscrewbolt.com

These companies are primarily listed as an erection company with SEAA, however they also have a fabrication division and may be able to bid on such projects. Find their full listing under their primary category.

These companies are primarily listed as a fabricator company with SEAA, however they also have an erection division and may be able to bid on such projects. Find their full listing under their primary category.

Apex Steel Corp

Canam Group

Erector: $5-10 Million

Fabricator

Canal City Industrial, LLC

Capone Iron Corporation

Erector: $3-5 Million

Fabricator

Conewago MFG LLC

D-Sol Welding Services

Erector: $5-10 Million

Fabricator

Stanley Black and Decker Pat Mulligan 701 E Joppa Rd Towson, MD 21286 413-883-9539 Pat.mulligan@sbdinc.com dewalt.com

Wrought Washer Mfg., Inc. Jeff Liter 2100 S.Bay St Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 812-756-2169 jeffl@wroughtwasher.com wroughtwasher.com

CONTINUING EDUCATION

A Adaptive Construction

Structural Steel Technologies

Solutions, Inc.

Cooper Steel

Integrated Structures Corp.

Jim Benzing 587 Gremar Rd Nazareth, PA 18064 484-747-3365 JBenzing@structuralservices.com structuralsteeltech.com

Ramon Contreras 10120 Houston Oaks Dr Houston, TX 77064 832-619-1175 ramon.contreras@acstexas.com goapprenticeship.com SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Erector: $10 Million & Up

Fabricator

CSE, Inc

MSD Building Corp.

Erector: $10 Million & Up

Fabricator

A Wake Technical Community College

Greco Steel Products, Inc

Michael Moore 3200 Bush St, Room 151A Raleigh, NC 27609 919-980-1371 memoore1@waketech.edu waketech.edu SEAA Training and/or Assessment Site

Erector: $3-5 Million

TRADE ASSOCIATION

Leiser Construction, LLC

Sunbelt Rentals Cullen Cameron 1799 Innovation Point Fort Mill, SC 29715 336-549-9663 cullen.cameron@sunbeltrentals.com sunbeltrentals.com

Trimble Solutions USA, Inc./Tekla, Inc. Don Grigg 1075 Big Shanty Rd NW, Suite 175 Kennesaw, GA 30144 770-426-5105 don.grigg@trimble.com tekla.com/us

United Rentals Jamie Hopkins 10524 Old Nations Ford Rd Charlotte, NC 28273 800-704-2829 jamhopkins@ur.com unitedrentals.com

Van Beest North America Chris Keffer 5615 W. Fuqua St, Building B #101 Houston, TX 77085 713-674-5753 c.keffer@vanbeest.com greenpin.com

Weld Wire Company, Inc. (Duramax) Stephen Saul 103 Queens Dr King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-265-3555 stephen@weldwire.net weldwire.net

AISC

Eastern Metal Works Inc Erector: $0-3 Million

High Plains Steel Services, LLC Erector: $3-5 Million

Intermountain Erectors, Inc. Erector: $0-3 Million

Erector: $3-5 Million

Charles Carter One East Wacker Dr, Suite 700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-670-2400 carter@aisc.org aisc.org

Lexicon, Inc.

NISD - National Institute of Steel Detailing

Erector: $0-3 Million

Erector: $10 Million & Up

Oasis Welding LLC Erector: $0-3 Million

Peak Steel

Kerri Olsen 2600 Kitty Hawk Rd, Suite 117 Livermore, CA 94551 925-294-9626 kerriolsen@steeladvice.com nisd.org

Pro Steel, Inc.

Steel Joist Institute

Erector: $0-3 Million

Ken Charles 101 Kuker St Florence, SC 29501 843-407-4091 kcharles@steeljoist.org steeljoist.org

Erector: $0-3 Million

Pro-Weld Erector: $0-3 Million

R.C. Fabricators, Inc.

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

Raulli & Sons, Inc. Erector: $0-3 Million

Schulz Iron Works, Inc. Erector: $0-3 Million

SGA Management Inc Erector: $5-10 Million

Shaw Welding Company, Inc. Erector: $0-3 Million

SSW Engineering & Construction, LLC Erector: $5-10 Million

Tuscarora Rigging, Inc. Erector: $0-3 Million

United Steel Inc. Erector: $10 Million & Up

Committees are open to any employee of member companies. Meetings take place via video conferencing once per month or less often, depending on the committee.

For more info, email keri@seaa.net.

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TOPPING OUT

“Managers don’t discuss career paths with women as they do with men, leaving us guessing while our male counterparts are being prepared for the next role.”

– From Building Better: Rethinking Leadership in Construction report from NCCER and Ambition Theory.

Reasons for Wanting to Leave a Company

The Building Better: Rethinking Leadership in Construction report, produced by NCCER and Ambition Theory, examines leadership challenges in the industry, particularly regarding attracting, retaining, and advancing women. As stated in the report, poor leadership remains a major issue, with 68 percent of women surveyed citing it as their key reason for dissatisfaction and their primary desire for wanting to leave the industry.

Without intentional investment in leadership pathways that foster transformational leadership, companies risk more than losing talent—they risk reinforcing outdated leadership models that stifle growth and innovation. These barriers don’t just hold individuals back; they hold the entire industry back. To continue moving forward, companies must embrace leadership strategies that prioritize adaptability and collaboration, creating stronger teams and more resilient organizations, stated the report.

Download Report Graphics Credit: Tara Andrews, NCCER and Ambition Theory

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Keri Goldstein, Director of Membership & Business Development keri@seaa.net Q 336-294-8880 Ext. 3

Hierarchy of Controls to Reduce Crane Hazards The NCCCO Foundation and the National Safety Council have created a free online tool to help companies mitigate the most hazardous situations in crane operations. With the tool, individuals can select from a variety of common safety hazards such as fatigue, fall from height, contact with overhead powerlines, equipment overturn/tipping, and more, to produce a variety of control options to help mitigate or eliminate them on the jobsite.

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Advantage Steel & Construction, LLC, Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, specializes in steel construction and fabrication, including complex bridge erection, customized temporary support and jacking operations, and bridge rehabilitation.

Referred by Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors C&A Erectors, West Monroe, Louisiana, specializes in Metals, Concrete, Equipment, and Structural Steel.

CSE, Inc., Williston, Vermont, specializes in structural and miscellaneous steel erection. We also erect precast concrete and pre-engineered metal buildings, and offer a wide range of rigging and crane services.

CompScience, San Francisco, California, is a safety technology vendor that prevents injuries with real time alerts and daily summaries about construction risks.

Referred by Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors D-Sol Welding Services, Alvarado, Texas, is a skilled steel fabricator and erector providing high quality service.

Referred by Mike Mulsow, FM Steel Construction Dial's Metal Works, Lacrosse, Florida, provides quality welding, fabrication & steel erection you can trust.

Engine, Denver, Colorado, is a free platform that simplifies work travel by connecting your team to 750,000 hotels, dozens of airlines, and over 40 car rental companies.

Referred by Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors

Essential Perimeter Safety Systems, Inc., Littleton, Massachusetts, The EPS netting systems are designed to stop construction debris from falling away from the building during the erection and detailing phases.

Referred by Tracy Bennett, Mighty Mo Media Partners Gardner-Watson Safety & Supplies, Oldsmar, Florida, is a distributor of screws, fasteners, and safety equipment and supplies. The company is also a Certified Repair Center for FallTech.

Referred by: Geoff Kress, Gardner-Watson Intsel Steel, New Castle, Delaware, a leading steel deck manufacturer and comprehensive steel service center offering nationwide project solutions and quality service.

J&W Steel Inc, Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in structural steel erection, misc. metals, welding, and steel decking and studs, with more than 20 years of industry experience.

Referred by Kalvin Peeler, Nelson Stud Welding MK Steelbuilt, Desert Hot Springs, California, works with Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings (PEMB), Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs), to provide innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions tailored for commercial and industrial projects.

Referred by Tucker Smith, BBSI P Decking Steel Inc, Charlotte, North Carolina, provides full installation of metal/sheet deck and roofing for commercial and industrial buildings.

Referred by Kalvin Peeler, Nelson Stud Welding

Ray's Metal Works, Gainesville, Florida, services include commercial and industrial HVAC ductwork, commercial and Industrial exhaust systems, custom fabrication, maintenance contracts for manufacturing facilities, and misc. steel fabrication.

Referred by Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors Regional Erectors, Inc., Semmes, Alabama, is a custom commercial and industrial steel fabricator specializing in structural steel, steel erections, and miscellaneous metals.

Safety Plus, Mobile, Alabama, the leading provider of safety management, contractor management, and compliance software and services.

Referred by Jack Nix, Shelby Erectors.

SGA Management Inc, Doral, Florida, is a contractor specializing in Project Management and Coordination, General Construction Management, Structural Steel.

Summitt Industrial, Houston, Texas, focuses on engineering, design-assist and turnkey, direct hire construction services.

Sunbelt Rentals, Fort Mill, South Carolina, is a leader in the equipment rental industry with a vast network of locations across North America.

Referred by Steve Hebert, MAS Building & Bridge Wings Enterprises, Inc., Washington D.C., is a small woman-owned business specializing in rebar placement, post-tension installation, and tower crane erection serving the Greater DC Metropolitan Area.

Referred by Nick Caratelli, Nelson Stud Welding

Puri-T Welding and Fabrication, Richland, Washington, offers services from small misc. steel repairs and projects to larger commercial structural projects.

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