Construction firms are having trouble finding qualified employees. According to recent surveys, 81% of firms are having difficulty filling hourly and salaried craft positions. In addition, 72% of firms surveyed predicted that labor shortages would... (Read More)

Every time they meet, the state Legislature passes laws affecting almost every business and home in Washington. That is true of the construction industry, and we're invested in the outcomes. To that end, we wanted to give you a recap of the main... (Read More)

One of the most important aspects of our work is to increase the number of small and diverse firms that have access to our membership. AGC of Washington is serious about removing barriers to membership and changing the perception that we’re only... (Read More)

Versatility is a hallmark of the AGCW retirement plan, giving members access to a wide range of customized plans to best fit your needs. The plan includes more than $125M in assets and is meant for more than 4,000 participants. It’s an... (Read More)

Hostile work environments can affect morale and even a company's bottom line. With that in mind, doing something about bias in the workplace starts right at the frontlines. There are ways to advance diversity throughout the industry if you apply... (Read More)

One of AGC of Washington's proudest moments was creating our education foundation. Going beyond just contributing to the community financially, decades ago our members wanted to establish a specific place where we could support education about... (Read More)

Working with others in your industry to bring growth and positive change opportunities is one of the most critical aspects when you are in business for yourself. This is true of the construction industry, which thrives when companies work together... (Read More)

One of the most critical aspects of our work at AGC of Washington is promoting safety across our industry. We recently released our 2022 annual report. Here, we shared some safety information and how it improved during the past year. Here are... (Read More)

The most important asset of any company is indeed its people. To that end, the construction industry needs to do all it can to make sure its people are cared for and respected. It’s one of the reasons why AGC of Washington has committed to... (Read More)

Construction is always a strong indicator of the economic health of our state. The industry's health is a key indicator of how things are going for all residents and families in Washington State. While there are challenges for the state's... (Read More)