INTRODUCTION

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) Specialty Contractors Council (SCC) represents the interests of commercial construction specialty contractor members of the association throughout all areas of the U.S.

PURPOSE

Be the advocate and resource for specialty contractors within the construction industry.

CRITERIA

Is it good for the construction industry?

Is it relevant to my business?

OBJECTIVES

• To promote best practices and fairness throughout the construction industry.
• Industry influence
  • Identify and respond to industry issues both internal and external.
    • Priority issues
      • Payment
      • Risk allocation
• Collaboration within AGC
  • Eliminate obstacles to participation and communication for specialty contractors within AGC.
    • Priority issues
      • Expand influence
      • Increase specialty contractor participation within AGC occupational divisions, committees and councils
      • Increase membership and recruitment efforts
      • Increase PAC participation
• Enhanced Communication
  • Increase specialty contractor awareness of AGC resources, services, initiatives and opportunities through effective communication.
    • Priority issues
      • Utilize SCC web site, e-Forums, e-Newsletters