We’re now mid-year, and what a strong start we’ve had! ABC Greater Houston has been buzzing with activity, growth, and energy. Our members have spoken clearly: value matters—and we’ve responded by focusing deeply on how we engage and support our members from day one. At the start of 2025, ABC Greater Houston recommitted itself to the Four Pillars Initiative—a chapter-wide …
On September 12, 2025, nearly 350 companies gathered at Houston’s only Forbes Five-Star hotel, The Post Oak, for ABC Greater Houston’s 35th Annual Excellence in Construction Awards Gala. The evening honored the very best in Merit Shop construction and opened with remarks from John Golashesky, 2025 Chairman of the Board of Directors and Vice President with Turner Industries, who emphasized …
Congress is once again lurching toward a government shutdown after the Senate blocked a House-passed continuing resolution (CR) that would have extended current funding levels through November 21, 2025. The House narrowly approved the measure 217-212, with two Republicans opposing and one Democrat crossing party lines to support. Hours later, the Senate rejected the bill in a 44-48 vote, falling …
At ABC Greater Houston, we believe that investing in people is investing in the future of our industry. We heard you — and we’ve listened. This fall, we’re proud to roll out a powerful lineup of management and continuing education courses designed to meet the needs of today’s leaders, field professionals, and rising stars in construction. Our core offerings kick …
ABC Greater Houston’s Fall Leadership Forum is not your average professional development course. It’s a catalyst for growth, a launchpad for emerging leaders, and a connection point for industry professionals looking to make a lasting impact in the world of construction. This year’s cohort begins August 21—and it’s already shaping up to be one of our most dynamic groups yet. At the …
U.S. Department of Labor Launches Construction Wage Survey in Southeast Texas – Industry Participation Critical by August 29 The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is calling on employers and stakeholders throughout Southeast Texas’ building and heavy construction sectors to participate in a vital wage survey that will directly influence how prevailing wages are determined for federal and federally assisted projects …
Celebrating Excellence: ABC Greater Houston’s 2025 EIC Gala Honors the Best in Construction Each year, the Excellence in Construction (EIC) Gala hosted by ABC Greater Houstonbrings together the region’s top commercial contractors, design professionals, industryleaders, and stakeholders to celebrate the finest construction projects completed bymerit shop contractors across Greater Houston. The 2025 EIC Gala promises to be a spectacular evening …
Achilles Group – Houston Fraction HR Consultants Is your organization outgrowing your current HR capabilities? The more people you add to your team the greater the need for structure and leadership. Growth requires a new way of doing business. As the demands increase you worry you lack the right structure to manage the compliance of your organization. In the meantime you: • Lack …
Texas A&M University System – TAMMA Hall Building Envelope Repair Tellepsen Builders, L.P., serving as Design-Build partner for the Texas A&M UniversitySystem, and in accordance with Texas Government Code 2269, will receive proposals fromqualified subcontractors and vendor trades for the TAMMA Hall Building Envelope Repair.The project is located at Texas A&M University in Galveston, 200 Seawolf Parkway,Galveston, Texas 77554. This project …
At the upcoming ABC Workforce Development Breakfast, owners, general contractors, and specialty contractors will come together to explore strategies that will shape the future of our industry’s workforce. The discussion will focus on collaboration, investment, realistic recruitment and retention, and the vital role of associations like ABC and CMEF in supporting workforce growth. Future Collaboration Between Owners and Contractors The …