Industry weathers ‘perfect storm’ of State-in-budget crisis in a non-election year ABC just wrapped up one of the most challenging legislative sessions our industry has witnessed in the last 25 years. It was a “perfect” storm where the State found itself in a serious budget crunch in a non-election year – a …

Use our Family & Medical Leave Chart to understand your obligations under all local and State laws The state of Maryland has been preparing to launch a new paid family and medical leave insurance program, known as FAMLI, that will provide the state’s workers with job protection and up to $1,000 per …

The Maryland Department of Labor is reminding HVACR, Electrical, and Plumbing apprenticeship sponsors of the critical licensing requirements apprentices must meet to receive credit for their training and qualify for a journeyman license. Under Maryland law, apprentices in these trades must hold a valid apprentice license for the entire duration of their four-year (8,000-hour) …

For Gray & Son, giving back isn’t an obligation; it’s a core value. Every project, partnership, and outreach effort reflects the company’s dedication to strengthening the communities it serves. Through purposeful partnerships and community outreach, the company actively invests in the communities where it operates, fostering growth, safety, and support. …

Baltimore contractors, including members of ABC and the Maryland Minority Contractors Association (MMCA), met recently with City Council President Zeke Cohen to voice concerns over potential legislation introducing union-only project labor agreements (PLAs) on city public works contracts. Larry Lopez of Workbridge, past chair of ABC GB, stated that Baltimore …

After a hiatus of several years, the ABC Greater Baltimore ‘GC Showcase’ returned, drawing nearly 500 industry professionals to the Rita Rossi Colwell Center on February 13. “During COVID, we scaled back the GC Showcase to ‘Meet the Prime,” said ABC’s Ambre Schaffer. “We held it at our training center, …

We are pleased to announce the addition of Ambre Schaffer to the ABC Greater Baltimore Team as our new Membership Director! Ambre Schaffer is a seasoned leader with two decades of experience in the Heavy Civil Construction industry. As a dedicated and award-winning advocate for the construction workforce, Ambre has built …

Baltimore has been focused on a lot of competitions this year – We got swept up in the American League Wild Card Series but unfortunately, the Baltimore Orioles got swept as well. And the Ravens keep our pulse rates high as they continue to compete in the NFL. But here …

Long-time business leader, master electrician, and ABC member, Frank Murphy, was sworn in last week and will serve as ABC Greater Baltimore’s 2025 chair, as the organization celebrates its 75th anniversary. Click here to see full 2025 Board of Directors.

Be on hand this November 21st at our annual State of the Industry event where we will recognize and honor long-term members, including those companies who have reached anniversary milestones of 50, 60, and even 70 years! 70 YEARS EMJAY Engineering & Construction Co., Inc. 60 YEARS J. Vinton Schafer, A Quandel …

At this year’s State of the Industry event, we will recognize those contractors who achieved the highest status under ABC’s STEP Safety Management System. STEP provides contractors and suppliers with a robust, no-cost benchmarking tool to measure safety data with your peers in the industry. The self-assessment tool helps participants …

Worth & Company and CAM Construction Company Capture Projects of the Year On Thursday night, October 10th, ABC Greater Baltimore was host to the annual and highly anticipated Excellence in Construction Awards Ceremony. The electrifying atmosphere of the Hall at Maryland LIVE! Casino only added to the excitement, as more …

Take a look at our snapshot of all that ABC has been up to over the past year! Every number, every $ saved, represents our collective efforts to protect your interests, give you a competitive edge, and connect you to more opportunity!

Diamond Winners: Project Name: 40TENCompany Name: Chesapeake Contracting Group, Inc. Project Name: 7001 Columbia Gateway Drive Lobby & Amenity CenterCompany Name: CK Commercial Project Name: Baltimore County Circuit Court Jury Assembly RenovationCompany Name: North Point Builders of Maryland, LLC Project Name: Bender JCC Greater Washington Multi-Use Pavilion & RestroomsCompany Name: …

In late May, ABC and AIA met for roundtable discussions of critical issues, business strategies, and partnership building. The event is part of the ABC/AIA Roundtable the two organizations established more than ten years ago. “Programs like this give the two professionals the opportunities to sit back and take a cool, …

“Nonresidential construction spending fell for the second consecutive month in April, but remains just 0.3% below the all-time high established in February,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. While spending was down on a monthly basis in 10 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories, an unprecedented increase in manufacturing construction spending …