News

CAGC CEO Message

Published on 2/17/2025
Dave Simpson, President and CEO, is delivering a special edition of his biweekly CEO Message delivering the most important construction industry updates in a quick, about 90-second listen.
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Safety Awards Deadline Extended

Published on 2/16/2025
The deadline for the 2024 National AGC & Carolinas AGC Safety Awards has been extended to Feb. 21! It’s free & easy to enter—submit your OSHA 300 data to compete locally & nationally. Winners honored July 26, 2025, in Hilton Head!
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Legislative Action Center

Published on 2/15/2025
Action Alert: Tell SC Senators to Pass The Justice Act (S. 244)! This bill brings fairness to our legal system, lowers the $3,700 tort tax, and strengthens personal responsibility. Urge the subcommittee to act now!
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AI is Here to Stay - How it’s Changing Construction Estimating

Published on 2/14/2025
AI is transforming construction estimating, making it faster, more accurate, and less labor-intensive. With tools that predict costs, reduce manual work, and tackle labor shortages, AI is the future of the industry. Learn how it can boost efficiency!
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2025 Foundation Scholarships

Published on 2/10/2025
Now accepting applications! The deadline to submit an application is Friday, April 4, 2025. The scholarship program was developed to assist those choosing to enter the commercial construction industry as well as those wishing to advance their commer
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2025 CAGC Construction/Construction Management Staff Salary Survey

Published on 2/4/2025
Gain exclusive access to NC/SC compensation data —free for members who complete the 2025 CAGC Construction Staff Salary Survey by Feb 28!
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Staff Contacts for the Media

Dave Simpson

Dave Simpson
CAGC President & CEO
(704) 372-1450




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Betsy Bailey
NC Government Relations & Building Division Director, Foundation COO
(704) 372-1450 x5725

NC Legislation, Building Projects, Building Code issues, Labor Relations, Human Resource/Workforce Management, Immigration, Workforce Development

Victor Barbour

Victor Barbour
NC Government Relations Highway-Heavy Div. Director
(704) 372-1450 x5723

NC Legislation, Highway Projects, Work Zone Safety, Environmental & Transportation issues.

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Leslie B. Clark
COO, SC Government Relations & Divisions Director 
(803) 240-6649

South Carolina Legislation, Building and Highway Projects, Building Codes, Environmental & Transportation issues, Work Zone Safety, Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop

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Bill Stricker
Utility Div. Director & NCCER Administration
(704) 372-1450 x5213

General Contractor/Specialty Contractor Relations, Payment and Retainage, Bid Shopping, NC & SC Utility Projects, Underground Utility Safety and Damage Prevention, Environmental Protection Agency/Funding & Regulations, Environmental Issues.

Jacob GarmonJacob Garmon
Safety, Suppliers & Sponsorships Director
(704) 372-1450 x5222

Jobsite Safety, Safety Training, OSHA

Carolinas AGC Magazine

Carolinas AGC Spring Summer 2024 Magazine

CAGC is excited to bring members a hard copy informative magazine twice a year (Spring and Fall editions), designed to feature members in action, industry news, legislative information, event information, and much more! Check out the latest edition and view previous editions!

For more information on advertising opportunities, view the media kit or contact Carlos Santana, Project Manager at Naylor Association Solutions: (352) 333-3348 or csantana@naylor.com.

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