April 20, 2026

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TOP GBCA NEWS

GBCA Member Spotlight: OnSite IT Solutions, LLC

OnSite IT Solutions, LLC supports construction firms with secure, efficient IT and networking solutions, bringing decades of experience and a strong focus on cybersecurity, compliance, and jobsite performance.

2026 GBCA Spring PAC Reception

May 7, 5pm - 7pm, The Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia

Meet with members of Philadelphia City Council, elected officials, and industry leaders at this cocktail-style event! Register by donating to GBCA's 2026 PAC Fundraising Campaign.

GBCA Connects with Students at Mastery Schools Postsecondary Fair

GBCA participated in the Mastery Schools Postsecondary Fair, connecting with students from six campuses to share information about careers in construction and apprenticeship pathways.

2026 GBCA Golf Classic

June 8, 11am - 7pm, Philadelphia Cricket Club

GBCA’s Golf Classic is a signature annual event, bringing together industry professionals, colleagues, and peers for a day of golf, networking, and connection across the union construction community.

CLC UPDATE

CLC Hard Hat Tour & Happy Hour: Durapods' Facility

April 29, 3pm - 5:30pm, PDM Constructors/Durapods

Join GBCA’s CLC for a hard hat tour of the Durapods showroom. This behind-the-scenes tour will showcase innovative prefabrication pods, including fully prefabricated bathrooms and patient rooms. Attendees will learn how these pods are designed, manufactured, and implemented, and how they are being utilized on current active projects to improve efficiency, quality, and speed of construction.


Please contact Marybeth Gerdlemann to register.

GBCA AWARDS

2026 Project Safety Awards Submissions

Submission Deadline: May 29

GBCA’s Project Safety Awards recognize members who deliver projects with exceptional safety performance, including zero OSHA recordable incidents. Eligible projects must be completed between January 1, 2025 and May 29, 2026.


Awards will be given out at the GBCA Safety Awards Reception in September 2026.

2026 Construction Excellence Awards Submissions

Submission Deadline: June 12

Submissions are now open for the 2026 GBCA Construction Excellence Awards, the premier construction awards program in the Philadelphia region!


This year, we’ve refined our project categories, updated submission questions, and strengthened judging criteria to better reflect the industry and make it easier to showcase your work.

GBCA EVENTS

2026 Construction Technology Expo

May 13, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Explore the technologies transforming construction—today and into the future.


This premier event brings together contractors, industry leaders, and technology providers to explore cutting-edge applications, platforms, and solutions driving efficiency, safety, and innovation across the construction industry.

Fall Protection Equiptment Inspection Training Session

May 14, 7:30am, The Alan Horwitz "Sixth Man" Center

Join GBCA, the Philadelphia Building Trades Safety Committee, the Mid-Atlantic Safety Committee, and the Philadelphia Area Labor Management Committee for a comprehensive half-day workshop on examining fall protection gear. 

Spring Membership Dinner

May 19, 5:00pm - 8:30pm, Crystal Tea Room

GBCA’s Membership Committee invites you to the Spring Membership Dinner—an evening of networking, celebration, and connection across the industry, bringing together leaders from the construction community. Program details coming soon.


Sponsorship opportunities close Friday, April 24.

RESOURCES

OSHA Updates National Emphasis Program on Heat Hazards

OSHA has updated its National Emphasis Program on heat-related hazards, increasing focus on inspections and outreach in high-risk industries. Learn what this means for your projects and workforce safety.

The Penn-Jersey Tradeswomen Association Hosts Tradeswomen Safety Summit

May 2, 8:30am - 12:30pm, IBEW LU 98

Join the Penn-Jersey Tradeswomen Association for an event that brings together union sisters and aspiring tradeswomen for a morning of networking, safety-focused education, and hands-on learning opportunities.

GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Falling From Hights

This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk highlights the dangers of falls from heights—one of the leading causes of fatalities in construction—and provides practical steps to recognize hazards and plan for a safer jobsite.

AGC RESOURCES & NEWS

Construction Safety & Health Conference

July 22 - 24, Minneapolis, MN

AGC's Construction Safety & Health Conference provides a forum for professionals to learn, network, and innovate. Through engaging presentations, workshops, and peer-to-peer discussions, attendees explore industry challenges, best practices, and emerging trends. 

INDUSTRY NEWS

Mid Atlantic Construction Safety Council Recognizes Nicholas DeJesse of Target Building with Safety Leadership Award

Congratulations to Nicholas DeJesse of Target Building on receiving the Safety Leadership Award from the Mid Atlantic Construction Safety Council, recognizing his commitment to advancing safety across the industry.

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