News Archive

Are You Ready for The Great Expiry

Jun 27, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Prepare for a surge in prequalification renewals as over 70% are due to expire. Prequalify in bulk by updating your COMPASS 1Form to qualify for all future project over the next 12 months.

Find Your Next Project with ConstructConnect

Jun 27, 2024 |2 min read — Products & Services Update

Finding, bidding, and winning private and public commercial pre-construction projects is easier than ever with ConstructConnect® solutions.

Contractor Spotlight: McCusker Gill

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the Boston area shop that continues to be a standard setter within the industry and how the company has grown through its years of family ownership.

CEA Interview: Rep. Pat Ryan

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

New York lawmaker talks about some of the major public projects in his district as well as the importance of project labor agreements.

Attend the 2025 Safety & Health Conference

Jun 26, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

This brand new event, a collaboration between MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC, will bring together safety professionals from across the signatory contracting space to learn more about the innovations and best practices being utilized to enhance workplaces.

SMACNA Unveils Fall 2024 Educational Programming Schedule

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about the multiple opportunities available to SMACNA Contractors to enhance their professional toolbox.

Register for an Upcoming SMACNA Webinar

Jun 26, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

SMACNA has lined up an impressive collection of experts to present on several industry-relevant topics that can help improve your business.

Watch ‘Better Labor Productivity Through Workforce Management’

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

This recent mechanical contractor panel discussion covered how to prioritize workforce management to support sustainable company growth.

Personnel Policies and Procedures: 2024 Update

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The latest update from the Contractor Operations Manual Committee details best practices on issues such as personnel policies and procedures, company rules and regulations, and benefit management.

Toolbox Talk: Courageous Conversations

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how you can equip yourself with the tools needed to navigate difficult conversations with co-workers.

SMACNA’s White Paper on Cannabis Issues Now Available

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

White paper to assist contractors and chapters in understanding issues that arise when contractors consider doing business with marijuana-related businesses. 

Smartbuild Construction Software Joins as Silver Associate Member

Jun 26, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn more about this specialized, field-tested software for the subcontracting industry.

Watch SMART’s Core Work Video

Jun 26, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Take a moment to learn more about maintaining the flow of foundational business amidst the rapid growth in megaprojects.

Heavy Metal Camp Introduces Teens to Work in Trades

Jun 26, 2024 — Media Mention

Designed to show high schoolers alternatives to college through the trades, the Heavy Metal Summer Experience camps started in 2021 collaborating with trade groups like Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association.

SMART General Secretary-Treasurer Joe Powell Transitions to Directorial Role

Jun 24, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Local 265 Business Manager and SMART General Vice President John Daniel to assume position on July 1, 2024, having been elected by the SMART General Executive Council.

Save the Date: Collective Bargaining Orientation

Jun 24, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Session will help all negotiators, regardless of experience, enhance their toolbox.

Apply for SMACNA Committees, Task Forces and the Board of Directors

Jun 24, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

June 21st is the last day to apply for a variety of vacancies within the organization.

Accelerate Your Impact: Understanding Unfair Labor Practices

Jun 24, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

July 23rd session will assist chapter executives in deepening their understanding of how to prevent and resolve these situations through an understanding of labor laws and learning about how to improve labor relations.

Report: In-Person Meetings Becoming More In Demand

Jun 24, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Fresh data from Cvent outlines how there is growing demand for face-to-face meetings as virtual engagement fatigue continues to mount.

PTO Survey Report Just Released

Jun 24, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Report  summarizes local paid time off arrangements through vacation/leave funds, state PTO laws and federally mandated PTO for Davis Bacon and related work.