Member Benefits

Associated General Contractors of Washington is dedicated to giving our contractor members the tools they need to make their businesses more competitive. At AGC, the construction industry joins together to develop the services we offer. Consequently, we believe we provide the most effective and responsive programs available to meet the current and future needs of the industry.

• Safety
• Government Relations and Industry Image
• Education and Workforce Development
• Labor and Human Resources
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Workers' Compensation Group Retro
• Industry Networking and Information

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SAFETY
AGC of Washington is the recognized leader in safety for the commercial construction industry. AGC can help you: Reduce injuries and illnesses Reduce industrial insurance premiums Create a safe working environment Promote jobsite safety within the industry and to the public Prevent regulatory violations Improve employee morale Represent industry viewpoint to safety regulators Save time and money using AGC professional staff expertise AGC’s Safety Services Safety Team® – a nationally recognized program for safety conscious companies On-site safety visits – improve jobsite safety and regulatory compliance Safety forums and newsletters – help you monitor, understand and implement regulatory changes and best management practices Safety resources – professional expertise on safety programs including program development, assistance in citation resolution, and other matters at no charge for members Soft tissue injury prevention tools – reduce sprains and strains in the workplace Safety classes – first aid/CPR, OSHA 10 hour, custom classes and training Safety video library and publications – wide selection available for purchase or lending in English and Spanish Jobsite posters – for required postings For a free AGC Safety Services catalog or for more information about AGC’s safety services, call our Safety Department at 206.284.0061 or 800.562.2868. Mandi Kime, Safety Director Randy Guzman, Assistant Safety Director Elizabeth McKay, Safety Coordinator Penny Schmitt, Labor Relations/Safety Assistant TOP
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND INDUSTRY IMAGE
AGC is the leading advocate for the construction industry at the federal, state and local levels and is committed to improving the image of the industry. AGC can help you: Improve your business opportunities by expanding and improving public and private sector construction markets Reduce costs, delays and inefficiencies from excessive government regulation Improve profitability by promoting fair tax treatment of the industry Improve supply of motivated workers Develop public support for infrastructure funding and public appreciation for the industry’s role in building communities Provide a strong voice on industry issues at a price that would be prohibitively expensive for individual companies Improve industry image and promote skill, integrity and responsibility of AGC member companies AGC Offers State and local government lobbying through professional staff in Washington, D.C., Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma, Yakima, and Bellingham Established relationships with contracting agencies and owner education programs Consistent representation on numerous boards and commissions affecting the construction industry Coalitions with a broad range of partners to leverage strength on issues Media relations and advertising programs that promote the construction industry and the skill, integrity and responsibility of AGC members A code of ethics for members Awards programs that promote outstanding achievement in construction excellence, safety, environmental awareness, diversity and community Community service activities and grassroots involvement State-of-the-art, effective best management practices to achieve environmental compliance on jobsites For more information contact the AGC Government Affairs office at 360.352.5000 or 800.690.2630. Or contact Rick Slunaker, Director Government Affairs, at . TOP	"AGC protects my business from encroachment by government. If AGC wasn’t there, nobody else could do it. For me, this is the compelling benefit of membership.” Chris Clark W.G. Clark Construction Company Member since 1937
EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
AGC of Washington offers education and training programs specifically designed for the construction industry and is a leader in developing the construction workforce of the future. The AGC of Washington Education Foundation is the primary resource for educational programs for AGC. AGC can help you: Improve quality of workforce through construction-specific training Develop supervisory, technology, and management skills Improve training standards for union and open shop craft programs Achieve compliance with environmental regulations through training in onsite best management practices Save members money with continuing education scholarships for AGC Education Foundation classes Save time and money with local classes and online options Attract youth and new workers to careers in construction Support university construction management programs AGC Offers $25 continuing education scholarship for members on AGC Education Foundation classes Timely seminars, programs and classes on construction industry hot topics and new regulations Supervisory Training (STP) and Supervisory Leadership (SLS) Programs Construction Technical Skills (CTS) classes on reading plans and estimating Management skills seminars Computer workshops Safety training Environmental education including stormwater and soil erosion control, spill prevention, mold and other topics Customized classes available for your location Representation on union apprenticeship trusts and Construction Industry Training Council School and youth programs to attract and train students for careers in construction Young Constructors Forum for entry and mid-level construction professionals Classrooms and free meeting spaces available to members For a listing of the current class and seminar schedule, go to the AGC of Washington Education Foundation or call 206.284.4500 or 800.562.2868. TOP	"At Sellen we are committed to education and training for everyone in our company. The AGC’s Education Foundation is a great resource for our people and more importantly, is leading the charge to train the workforce and leaders of the future – a vital issue to everyone in our industry." Bob Barrett Sellen Construction Company, Inc. Member since 1944
LABOR AND HUMAN RESOURCES
AGC provides a wide range of labor and human relations services. AGC can help you: Cultivate a skilled, competitive, readily available workforce Promote stable relations between employees and contractors Promote a level playing field for union and open shop companies Combat unfair labor practices and excessive government regulation Promote reasonable wage rates, benefits and work rules Secure cost effective health insurance and pension programs Save time and money through AGC professional staff expertise Find new employees fast and cost effectively online AGC Offers Labor relations for both union and open shop contractors Collective bargaining and labor agreements for construction trades Assistance and representation with union grievances Representation on union and open shop apprenticeship programs Proactive programs to address substance abuse, accident and crime prevention in the workplace Cost savings on health insurance, pension plans and 401K programs JOBsite - free employment classified ads online Human Resources Roundtables to address current hot topics Open Shop Committee to address specific needs of open shop contractors Contracts, forms, procedures, and posters available in hard copy and on-line Dual gate signs For more information contact: Union Labor Doug Peterson, Director Labor Relations 206.284.0061 or 800.562.2868 Open Shop David Kearby, Central District Manager 509.454.5064 or 800.574.6074 TOP	"We rely on AGC’s ability to negotiate labor agreements that allow us to pay a good family wage and keep us competitive at the same time. Plus, AGC’s involvement in craft training helps insure a good supply of well-trained workers to meet our needs. For our company, after nearly 70 years, it’s still a great value." Jeff Woodworth Woodworth & Company, Inc. Member since 1933
HEALTH INSURANCE
The AGC Health Plan for Washington State offers a unique selection of plan and coverage choices at competitive prices to meet the varying needs of members. How AGC Health Plan Can Benefit You: Cost savings through bulk purchasing and streamlined technology Wide choice of plans, coverage and physicians Exclusively tailored for construction industry needs One stop call center and web-based management offer fast and accurate support and information AGC Health Plan Offers: A variety of health plan designs including HSA-approved high deductible plans Access to an extensive network of providers and hospitals Prescription drug benefits including mail-order pharmacy Preventive care and wellness programs 24-hour medical advice line Options include dental, orthodontia, vision, and flexible benefit (Section 125) plan administration COBRA administration at no additional cost Convenient premium payment by electronic funds transfer Dollar bank can provide employees continued coverage during low points in the construction cycle One stop call center Exclusive local agent network provides direct support for AGC members For a quote or more detailed information call 1-866-298-8262 or one of the exclusive agents for the AGC Health Plan. TOP
RETIREMENT PLAN
The Northwest Chapters AGC Retirement and 401(k) Plan offers members a range of employee benefit options at very low cost. AGC Retirement Plan can help you: Save through bulk buying power of AGC members in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska customized to meet your needs through a multifund approach with full range of investment options Attract and retain the people who help make your company successful Create a business tax deduction for the company, a valued employee benefit, and a way to diversity your company’s investments The AGC Retirement Plan Offers Underwriting by the Principal Financial Group, the nation’s largest provider of retirement plans Support team that provides individualized plan and fund design, employee education, and ongoing service Prevailing wage plans tailored for the construction industry allows open shop companies to compete more effectively on Davis-Bacon projects and improve company cash flow Options including 401(k), Davis-Bacon, profit sharing and the ability to award various classes of employees 24 hour web or telephone access to account information For more information about the Northwest AGC Chapters Retirement and 401(k) Plan, contact Greg Schmidt at (800) 345-7789 ext. 31. TOP	"I have found that the AGC’s leadership training has been invaluable as I apply my new knowledge at the company. We expect our younger superintendents and project managers to be involved in trade associations, community service, etc. at an earlier stage in the game. AGC is our association of choice for this involvement." Bill Alexander Edifice Construction Company, Inc. Member since 1996
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION GROUP RETRO
In terms of individual refunds back to members, the AGC Workers’ Compensation Group Retro Program is the top performer in the industry. With a $30 million premium base and a 15 year record of positive refunds, more than half of the companies participating are receiving refunds of 50% or more of their Labor & Industries premiums with top performers as high as 75%. AGC can help you: Decrease your experience rating, saving you money in industrial insurance premiums and helping you bid more competitively Improve your bottom line through a performance based refund formula that rewards improved safety and claims management Keep costs to a minimum when injuries or occupational conditions occur Provide a supervised light duty program for injured employees that enables them to return to the workforce with knowledge of construction safety Create and maintain safe worksites and improve employee morale Save time and money using AGC’s professional claims managers AGC Workers' Compensation Group Retro Program Offers One on one claim review and ongoing "hands-on" assistance from AGC’s certified claims managers at no charge. Two full time safety professionals to assist you at no charge. Lowest administrative costs of any competing Retro program and no quarterly fees! 80% success rate on industrial insurance appeals and free mediation representation. Modified Duty Site Resource Centers in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Everett, and Yakima and a portable program enabling you to accommodate injured employees with meaningful light duty activities anywhere. Free advice, training, workshops and updates on managing workers’ compensation and safety issues . Representation with Department of Labor and Industries, doctors, vocational counselors, attorneys and Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. Underwriting requirements include $25,000 minimum premium, two out of three years positive loss history, and commitments to achieve AGC Safety Team® in 11 months, keep injured employees on salary in lieu of LNI timeloss for 30 days, and provide light duty return to work. $2000 refundable one-time deposit – no quarterly fees. No membership hostage requirement after participation ends. For more information contact Lauren Gubbe at 360.352.1632, 888.227.3876 or . For a free and confidential analysis of what your refunds would have been in the AGC Workers' Compensation Group Retro Program, fill out and return the authorization form. TOP	"AGC’s group retro program has more than paid our dues since we’ve been a member. Most importantly it has helped us form a real safety culture in our company. I told someone once, ‘My blood is AGC red.’ I meant it." Mike Poppoff Poppoff, Inc. Member since 1990
INDUSTRY NETWORKING AND INFORMATION
AGC membership offers opportunities to develop relationships in the construction community and build your company’s information base. AGC can help you: Take advantage of one of the most powerful marketing tools available in the construction industry - AGC’s professional image, combined with effective membership and industry networking, creates one of the most powerful marketing tools available in the construction industry Develop and build relationships in the construction community Obtain personal and professional development Promote your products and services through a wide range of venues and media Save you time and money with up to date industry information AGC Offers Affinity groups like Young Constructors Forum, Open Shop Contractors, Human Resources Roundtable, Risk Management Forum One-Call Legal Assistance Service Committee and task force participation and leadership development A regular series of educational, social and fun events in your community AGC contract documents and publications, available in hard copy and electronically AGC of Washington Subcontract Form Membership directories Informative and well-read print and electronic publications Advertising, sponsorship, and other promotion opportunities Classrooms and free meeting spaces available to members For more information contact Stacy Mullane at 206.284.0061, 800.562.2868 or TOP	"We are a small subcontractor. Through AGC we have formed many relationships with other companies working together on industry issues. The more people you can get to know and trust, the more people you feel comfortable doing business with. That has really worked both ways for us over the years.” Arlene Petersen Petersen Brothers, Inc. Member since 1985