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2021 AGC SD Board President Mike Williamson Selected as Good Scout of the Year

AGC San Diego is proud to announce that industry partner San Diego – Imperial Council Scouting America will recognize Mike Williamson, President of Pacific Coast Iron, as the Good Scout of the Year. 

In recognition of his commitment to leadership, service, and community service, Scouting America will honor Williamson at their 19th Annual Construction & Building Industry Lunch-O-Ree May 7 at the Paradise Point Resort & Spa. Selected to keynote this special event is Rear Admiral Bret Muilenburg, Ret. 

Registration is open here; you can also get involved with sponsorship to show your support for our industry and this industry leader here.

Williamson is a retired Captain in the United States Navy Civil Engineer Corps (CEC), having served 28 years of distinguished military service. He entered the Navy through the NROTC program as a Surface Warfare Officer and later transferred to the Civil Engineer Corps, where he held numerous leadership roles both stateside and overseas. His service included deployments to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield and participation in Operation Iraqi Freedom as Executive Officer of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion SEVENTY-FOUR. 

During his career, Williamson oversaw major construction and infrastructure programs supporting the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, including multi-billion-dollar initiatives while serving as Officer in Charge of Construction for Marine Corps Installations West and later as Commanding Officer of NAVFAC Hawaii.

Following his retirement from the Navy, Williamson transitioned seamlessly into the construction industry and currently serves as President of Pacific Coast Iron, a mid-size steel fabrication company performing state, federal, and private sector work throughout Southern California and Arizona.

Williamson has been an active and dedicated leader within AGC San Diego for nearly a decade. He has served on the AGC San Diego Board of Directors since 2016 and served as AGC San Diego President in 2021, continuing to advocate for workforce development, industry professionalism, and community engagement.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Williamson is deeply committed to supporting the Seabee community and future generations of builders and leaders. He currently serves on the boards of both the Seabee Memorial Scholarship Association and the Seabee Historical Association. Through his leadership and passion for service, Williamson has raised over $500,000 for Seabee scholarships through his annual golf fundraiser at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, directly supporting education and opportunities for Seabee families.

Williamson’s career reflects the core values of Scouting America: leadership, integrity, service, and stewardship. His dedication to mentoring others, strengthening the construction industry, and giving back to those who serve makes him a truly deserving recipient of the Good Scout of the Year Award.

St. Paddy's PAC - Next Meeting Upcoming on March 17

By Dustin Steiner, Executive Vice President

Grab your green, er, coffee, and join AGC’s Political Action Committee (PAC) on March 17! AGC’s PAC is your chance to meet candidates for office and help support

pro-infrastructure people and initiatives. The primary election is just three months away and we need your help! AGC’s Board of Directors has made four endorsements this cycle so far: Jordan Marks for Assessor, John McCann for Mayor of Chula Vista, Mike Sannella for Mayor of San Marcos, and Lindsey Smith for San Marcos Council. 

For this upcoming meeting, we've invited several candidates running for local office, including former San Diego City Attorney Mara Elliott and San Marcos City Councilman Ed Musgrove, both vying for the State Senate seat being vacated by Brian Jones who is retiring due to terms limits. This will be one of the most closely watched races in the state. We have also invited Mayor Dane White of Escondido who is running for re-election, as well as other city council candidates. 

Please note that in order to be as accessible as possible to our membership, the meeting will be held at the offices of AGC Member - Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP. 

AGC PAC Meeting

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

9:00-11:00 AM

Hosted by Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP

4747 Executive Drive, Suite 700, San Diego, CA 92121

RSVP required. If you would like to know more about getting involved with the PAC, hit me up! 

Sláinte!

PLA Playbook: Understanding the SANDAG Community Benefits Agreement (CBA)

By Adrianna Lopez, Director of Labor Relations

The SANDAG Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), also known as a Project Labor Agreement (PLA), governs labor standards, hiring, and compliance requirements on SANDAG construction projects valued at $5 million or more. 

Here is what you need to know:

Contractors and subcontractors must sign a Letter of Assent (LOA) before performing any covered work. This, as detailed in a previous PLA Playbook article, binds the contractor to the terms and conditions of the agreement.

Attendance of a pre-job conference with the unions at least 10 days before starting work is mandatory so that an appropriate craft by scope of work can be claimed by the union. Keep in mind that the union, not the contractor, determines which local a contractor is bound to for the duration of the project and scope of work.

The CBA requires hiring goals for Local Workers, Disadvantaged Workers and Targeted Workers, with detailed workforce reporting requirements and liquidated damages if these goals are not met. Additional compliance requirements include drug testing,

labor-management meetings, dispute resolution procedures, and participation in workforce development programs.

With limited exception, Core Employees (contractor’s own workforce) are limited to a maximum of three, and must meet strict requirements: be a journeyperson or registered apprentice, be on a contractor’s payroll for 60 of the last 120 working days, and appear on a Core Employee List submitted to the Unions prior to beginning work.

Keep in mind, if the Core List is not submitted to the Union before work starts, the contractor cannot use Core Employees for 30 days. In addition, after submitting the Core List, contractors are prohibited from making changes or substitutions for the duration of the project.

Non-core workers must be obtained through union hiring halls, using SANDAG’s workforce dispatch request form which lists qualifying zip codes and allows for dispatch of qualified Disadvantaged Workers.

But wait, there’s more….

Contractors must pay fringe benefits into union trust funds for all hours worked on the project, and non-signatory contractors may experience double benefit payment obligations if they already have in-house benefit plans.

And finally….

Each contractor performing work on a project covered by the SANDAG CBA is required to use a Skilled and Trained workforce. More information about these important requirements can be found on a previous Training Camp article found here.

Have a Labor topic you would like me to explore? Contact me at alopez@agcsd.org.

Build San Diego Foundation Workforce Bridge Scholarship™ for Students Due This Month!

Build San Diego Foundation applications are open for the 2026 Build San Diego Scholarship Program.

Eligible applicants include:

• Students currently enrolled in Diesel Technology Studies within the San Diego Community College District
• Students enrolled in the JR Filanc Construction Engineering & Management Program at San Diego State University

Applications are due March 21!

Share this opportunity with employees, interns, and students within your networks who meet eligibility criteria today!

Click here to apply.


Free Electronics Recycling Drive Starts TODAY!



The Build & Serve & the Construction Technology Committees free electronics recycling drive starts today supporting Computers 2 Kids. Take a look at our collection sites from our member companies below!

Get more information here in our FLYER. Share with employees!

Collection Sites (Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM):

North County
Erickson-Hall Construction Co. - 500 Corporate Drive, Escondido, CA, 92029

Contact: Julia Hope Lopez (760) 796-7700


Mission Valley

Sundt Construction - 1660 Hotel Circle North, Suite 400, San Diego, CA, 92108

Contact: Soula Wynne (619) 321-4823

East County

AGC San Diego - 10140 Riverford Road, Lakeside, CA 92040

Contact: Marcy Knopman (858) 558-7444

Saturday dropoff at C2K's warehouse from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Computer 2 Kids: 8324 Miramar Mall, San Diego, CA, 92121

2026

March 12 - AGC Mai Tai Mixer - Bali Hai Restaurant

March 24 - San Diego Chapter National Convention Dinner - Vines Grille & Wine Bar - (REGISTRATION CLOSES Tomorrow!)

March 4 - Safety Committee - 7:00 AM - Lakeside

March 10 - Workforce Development Committee - 11:30 AM - Lakeside

March 12 - Specialty Council - 11:30 AM - Lakeside

March 18 - County of San Diego - 1:00 PM @ County Operations Center

March 18 - Construction Leadership Council (CLC) - 4:00 PM @ Balfour Beatty office

Early Bird Registration Open for Civil Construction Estimating Training Program in May

Construction projects succeed or fail long before crews mobilize; they begin with accurate estimating.


Due to industry demand, AGC San Diego is proud to announce the addition of our Civil Construction Estimating Three-Day Training Program, a comprehensive hands-on course designed to build

real-world estimating confidence and accuracy.


This program is only offered once per year and will be held May 19-21, 2026.

Whether you are new to estimating or looking to sharpen your skills, this intensive program walks participants through the complete estimating process used by today’s successful civil contractors.


Participants will work through real project examples and learn proven industry methods directly from an experienced estimator, while developing practical skills immediately applicable to active projects.


Program Modules Include:

✔ Earthwork Estimating

✔ Underground Pipework Estimating

✔ Roadwork & Paving Estimating

✔ Equipment, Labor & Overhead Cost Analysis

These hands-on exercises guide participants through real-world estimating challenges, crew analysis methods, productivity calculations, and bidding strategy development.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - Available March 2 – March 20 Only

AGC Members $795 | Non- Members $995

Secure discounted pricing before rates increase. Limited to 25 Participants!

About Monday Morning Quarterback

AGC San Diego Chapter's Monday Morning Quarterback is a "hot off the press" and to the point Monday morning briefing on the important issues facing San Diego's construction industry. It is prepared by AGC Chief Executive Officer, Eddie Sprecco, and Vice President Government & Industry Relations, Dustin Steiner.

Please contact Eddie Sprecco or Dustin Steiner with your comments, or with information that should be conveyed to the industry through this service. Well over 3,000 individuals employed by AGC member firms are part of this system.


Disclaimer: Information and advice provided by AGC San Diego staff is general and not a substitute for legal counsel. Before applying any recommendations or policies to your business, consult a licensed attorney familiar with your specific circumstances.

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