SMACNA is still seeking a consultant to author a new chapter titled “Best Practices in Defending Against Back Charges.”
SMACNA is still seeking a consultant to author a new chapter in its Contractors Operations Manual titled “Best Practices in Defending Against Back Charges.” Proposals are being accepted until May 30th
Back charges pose a significant financial and operational challenge to SMACNA members. These back charges – often arising from disputes over quality, scheduling, or scope changes—can erode profit margins, damage professional relationships, and create long-term business instability. To address these concerns, SMACNA seeks to commission this paper identifying effective strategies that member contractors can employ to protect themselves against unjustified or excessive back charges.
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May 6, 2025 — Member Update
Jul 15, 2025 - The Vice President of Operations at Southland discusses his journey through the industry and the importance of engagement with SMACNA.
Jul 15, 2025 - This edition focuses on SMACNA members descending on Washington DC to lobby their lawmakers, along with coverage of exciting projects in Detroit and Ottawa, Ontario!
Jul 15, 2025 - Megan Pope, Executive Vice President, SMRCA, joins Seth to talk about her life as an association executive and how SMACNA positively impacts its chapters.