Associated General Contractors
New Mexico Building Branch
1615 University Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-1791
505-842-1462
FAX: 505-842-1980
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AGC-NM Building Branch Activities, Councils And Committees

The work product of each AGC committee and technical advisory group varies with its stated function and mission. Services provided range from a discussion forum for members to networking with each other, to the development of product–line items designed to meet specific needs of the membership. In every case, AGC’s committees and technical advisory groups consistently deliver value and quality to our members, and to the industry.

The committees and technical advisory groups are the primary means by which all members work to meet the needs of the industry, and the needs of the membership as a whole. The committees and technical advisory groups provide grassroots contact with emerging issues and a forum for discussions of key construction industry concerns. It is through these discussions that AGC members exchange information and ideas, and provide the basis for policy change within the organization.

Committees and technical advisory group members are also provided with a wealth of information on a wide variety of topics, which they utilize in their businesses and realize value-added return on their investment in AGC. Participation in AGC’s committees and technical advisory groups is not only encouraged, it is vital to the growth and success of our Association.

Committee and Advisory Groups

AGC & CFMA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SURVEY
To partner with the Construction Financial Management Association in the development of an annual commercial construction survey that will result in meaningful and useful information to construction employers in New Mexico, and to expand survey participation to incorporate data from neighboring states resulting in better and more accurate information.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora
CHAIR: Michelle Zulka-King, AUI, Inc.

AGC/UNM ENDOWMENT
The inception of the AGC Endowed Chair in 1984 created a lifelong partnership between UNM and the New Mexico construction industry. The specific link is between the building segment of the industry represented by the NM Building Branch, AGC and the Department of Civil Engineering, but this expands broadly across the industry and through the School of Engineering to the University as a whole.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora
CHAIR: Rick Marquardt, Jaynes Corporations

AGC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
(Elected by the membership) To serve as a voting members of the board of directories for the New Mexico Building Branch, Associated General Contractors, Developing policies, procedures and monitoring financial performance and the chapter’s program.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
Mission statement: The mission of the AGC Collective Bargaining Committee is: (1.) To negotiate collective bargaining agreements with carpenters, laborers, cement masons, ironworkers, operating engineers, and teamsters on behalf of AGC member contractors who assign bargaining rights to the chapter for those crafts; (2.) To represent management on joint Taft-Hartley pension, health and welfare, and apprenticeship training trust funds; (3.) To support joint labor-management cooperative programs.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Jackie Gonzales
CHAIR: Tony Thomas, Summit Construction

CONSTRUCTION ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM
A private non-profit education foundation providing education and workforce development opportunities to benefit the commercial construction industry. The CAP charter was originally signed in 1989 and it has five specific purposes as stated in its articles of incorporation: 1.) To conduct and promote education and training programs for the construction industry; 2.) To foster secondary and post secondary education in construction related fields of study, including the awarding of scholarships and fellowships, etc.; 3.) To promote safety and accident prevention practices in the construction industry and to conduct educational programs in connection therewith; 4.)To promote the construction industry and its image; 5.) To solicit funds from both within and without the construction industry to be accomplish these purposes.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora and Margo Maher
CHAIR: Mark Henderson, JB Henderson Construction

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIES COMMISSION (CIC) – AGC Technical Advisory Council
Assist and provide guidance to the New Mexico CIC Division on matters related to GB & GS Licenses, Building Code enforcement and maintain liaison with other industry related organizations to ensure a responsive and effective Construction Industries Division.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: John Horton
CHAIR: Robert Lockwood, Lockwood Construction

EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The topics addressed by this committee pertain most directly to the education and lifelong learning needs of construction professionals working for General Contractors, Specialty Contractors and Affiliated (Service/Supplier) member firms. The committee determines AGC’s Education Calendar for the year and offers guidelines and feedback for construction-related programs in colleges and universities in New Mexico.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Margo Maher
CHAIR: Joe Rodman, Jaynes Corporation

LEGENDS GOLF COMMITTEE
AGC’s Annual golf outing presents members with a premier opportunity to gather in a social setting while at the same time demonstrate support of chapter strategic initiatives. The golf committee establishes the format of the event as well as works to identify and secure sponsors.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: John Horton and Kelly Roepke
CHAIR: Tim Stephenson, Beaty Construction Inc.

MARKETING/MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
The strategic objectives of this committee is to inform New Mexico-based commercial construction professionals of the need, value and benefits of membership in the AGC-NM Building Branch, as well as to inform the general public of the importance of the profession to the economy, their community and overall quality of life. The committee also works to obtain sponsorships for AGC events.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Jackie Gonzales
CHAIR: Norm Gabel, Jaynes Corporation

NMCEC, AGC, AIA, AND NMSPE ALLIANCE
Established in 2000, the ACEC, AGC, AIA & NMSPE Alliance (Alliance) is a group composed of the following associations: New Mexico American Consulting Engineers Council, Associated General Contractors, American Institute of Architects, and New Mexico Society of Professional Engineers. The missions of the Alliance is: to work together to promote dialogue and positions on innovative quality designs and efficient construction services and processes in the advancement of public and private sector construction throughout New Mexico advocating, establishing, and maintaining an environment favorable to and supportive of fair public policy in our industry.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: John Horton
CHAIR: Brook Henderson, Lockwood Construction

NM BUILDING BRANCH, AGC COMP TRUST
A self-insured worker’s compensation program for AGC members. Working to ensure premium stability and accountable to our participants for performance, continuing development and strict adherence to the pursuit of safety excellence.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora
CHAIR: Chet Karnas, Four Suns Builders, Inc.

NM PUBLIC WORKS PENSION TRUST
(Limited to participants of the Plan): Trustees oversee the Profit Sharing arrangements that meet the IRS requirements as a qualified retirement plan. The purpose of the plan is to invest the fringe benefit contributions from public works projects to provide retirement benefits for your employees while reducing administration costs for the employees and participating employers.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Vicki Mora
CHAIR: Marianna Klein, Beaty Construction Inc.

SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE
To develop programs which encourage and promote education on safe work practices and safety awareness on the job. To maintain member awareness of new and changing regulations.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Margo Maher
CHAIR: Mark Harwell, Jaynes Corporation

UNILATERAL TRAINING COMMITTEE
(Restricted to AGC Open Shop Members): To meet the needs of open shop contractors by actively maintaining and promoting quality apprenticeship training in carpentry, bricklaying, concrete finishing, laborers and glass & glazing.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Ralph A. Mora
CHAIR: Tim Stephenson, Beaty Construction Inc.

NM USGBC (US Green Building Council, NM Chapter) Liaison
The USGBC New Mexico Chapter is a partnership of businesses, government agencies, and individuals that want to make our state an example of environmental, economic, and community sustainability. AGC serves on the NM USGBC and currently,Tiffani Bradley, of Gerald Martin General Contractor, is the AGC Representative.

CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) functions as a forum in which anyone can network, socialize, and exchange ideas on issues facing mid–career construction professionals. The YCF is open to all interested members without the need of a formal appointment process. This Council works closely with the UNM/AGC Student Chapter members.
STAFF ASSOCIATE: Margo Maher
CHAIR: Evan Vasillion, Four Suns Builders, Inc.