The Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia, Inc. (ABC) is a construction trade association representing the commercial and industrial markets with 300+ member companies and more than 2,500 individual participants throughout the state of Georgia.
ABC of Georgia is the construction association that unites the entire construction team - developers, general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers and industry professionals - to create an environment that encourages members to work together to achieve common goals. We ARE the voice of Georgia's commercial construction industry.
The Atlanta Journal Constitution thinks belonging to an association is extremely benefical, even more so during these ecomonic times. Read the complete article (takes you to the AJC website).
As many of you know, ABC will be moving into a new headquarters later this year. We are excited to announce that renovations have begun at 8975 Roswell Road! And one of our members, Multivista Southeast, has graciously donated their construction documentation services, allowing everyone to track the renovation progress from the comfort of their own computer screen.
Check out the first steps of the renovation here (a link to access Multivista's Construction Documentation), and come back periodically to watch our progress! To learn more about Multivista, please visit their website. To find out more about the ABC of Georgia headquarters campaign and how you can get involved, click here.
Click here to go directly to the JobBoard area on our website, where you will find job search tools, personalized job alert capabilities, resume posting and review, and career development tips. The "View Jobs" capability allows you to search by job type, key word or location. The "Job Alert" tool allows you to set up an account, then customize your very own "alert" from the list of over 25 job functions (foreman, estimator, project manager, etc.), across over 20 different industries (engineering, construction management, institutional, commercial development, etc.), even selecting specialty trades (doors and windows, electrical, masonry, etc.), from the pool of jobs available around the Southeast.
The JobBoard also offers resume posting, cover letter creation AND has the ability to help you draft a resume from scratch. There is also a content library and career coaching section located under the "Resources" tab.
The JobBoard is also for those looking to fill postions - employers are able to view resumes or post jobs. There is also the ability for them to search generally or specifically for a candidate. Plus, there is much, much more.
Visit the JobBoard today to see if your new position is waiting for you! Employers - start posting those jobs! Questions? Contact Diane at ABC of Georgia at 770-587-0955 or JobTarget via Customer Service e-mail.
As stimulus programs and monies become more available across Georgia, ABC remains committed in being a resource for members, monitoring these funds, and reporting to you as new information comes available. We feel it is essential to keep you informed about the "who, what, where and when" regarding potential stimulus-funded opportunities, but we also want to stress to you that as government officials decide how to spend these monies, it might be in your best interest to reach out to your local reps with suggestions on how to use these dollars wisely and effectively. Outlined below are some of the recent stimulus projects, most of which are energy-related:
As a result of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority (GEFA) will be receiving new or expanded funding for the State Energy Program, the Weatherization Assistance Program, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program, and the Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program. For more information on GEFA's goals, budgets and timetables, access this link: www.gefa.org/Index.aspx?page=476.
At this time the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program has a number of state and local allocations available for Georgia. To see these allocations, click here: http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/grantalloc.html - then click on Georgia. There are also two upcoming funding opportunities of notable interest in Georgia. One is for $117.5 million in solar energy R & D and photovoltaic technology deployment. The press release with more information is available at: http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/news/progress_alerts.cfm/pa_id=173. The second is a $3.375 billion funding opportunity for Smart Grid projects; release date unknown at this time.
GEFA will notify companies in the ARRA email database as more up-to-date information becomes available. To register to receive these emails, click here: https://www.gefa.org/index.aspx?recordid=25&page=205. The GEFA website also contains information on federal (non-GEFA) funding opportunities and financial incentives for energy efficiency and renewable energy (EERE) at: www.gefa.org/Index.aspx?page=479. If you are interested in pursuing these opportunities, and have questions, email: energy@gefa.ga.gov.
•To see a previous list of bond-supported, state-wide construction projects, worth $1.2 billion, recently approved by Georgia lawmakers, click here (PDF). NOTE!! This PDF file is quite large (2.5 MB) and contains other specific, budget-related information. TO VIEW THE BOND PROJECTS GO DIRECTLY TO PAGES 313-329. For a quick overview of the jobs, their budgets and location, click an Excel file here.
Have you wondered where all of those photos go that are taken at ABC of Georgia events? Wondering how you can see some of those shots from the May golf tournament or the spring Meet & Greet? Now you can! We recently joined photo-sharing websitepicasa.com, and are now in the process of uploading photos of past events for your viewing pleasureClick here to go directly to ABC of Georgia's album page. Currently we have images from 2009 events; bookmark the page and check back soon for more photos from our archives!
ABC's 2009 State Convention will be held at the fabulous Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island, SC. Set among 5,000 acres, the Resort, with its stunning European-style guest rooms and villas, offers something for everyone, from water sports to tennis to shopping to eco-tours. Can you think of a better way to spend a few summer days than at this Resort, enjoying the company of your fellow ABC members, getting to know them and their families?
During this three-day event you will have opportunities to network with others during a round of golf, the Chairman's welcoming reception, a hand of poker or at the adults-only closing dinner. You will also have a chance to hear from speakers such as Brent Darnell and David Hendrick as they discuss current ecomonic trends, plus there will be additional roundtable discussions on topics such as LEED, workforce development and public contracting.
For more information about the Convention, download the brochure/registration form here. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the complex registration for this multi-day event, you cannot register online. Please download the brochure (registration form is attached), fax to 770-587-0430 or email the form to Beth Gray. Registration deadline -July 6!