Built By Members For Members

The mission of the Washtenaw Contractors Association is to improve the construction industry in Washtenaw County and increase the success of WCA members by providing leadership in the areas of business development, workforce development, labor relations, communications, safety, and education.

WCA Board of Directors

Foundation Board Members

IAP Board of Trustees

WCA Staff

The Washtenaw Contractors Association is managed by a small, dedicated staff that implements the policy decisions of the WCA Board of Directors with the help of a whole host of volunteers. Together we ensure that members receive what they need from their WCA membership.

WCA Committees

All members of WCA have the opportunity to join the committees that help guide our initiatives in order to build better member experiences and opportunities.

Learn more about our five committees.

User Liaison Committee

This committee meets monthly to develop ways for our members to connect with building owners and build relationships with representatives of related organizations. Initiatives include:

• Plan joint events with AIA, AACE, and other organizations
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with owners
• Plan C-Suite Sessions
• Members serve as WCA representatives to the Public Owners/Contractors Committee

CHAIRPERSON:
Oscar Notz, Turner Construction

Social Events Committee

We are committed to bringing our members together in order to share knowledge, connections, and growth. The social events committee meets as needed to work on the following:

• Plan the annual PYRAMID Awards program
• Plan the WCA Golf Outing
• Research new networking opportunities

CHAIRPERSON:
Dennis Irish, Shamrock Floorcovering Services

Labor Relations Committee

Our Labor Relations Committee meets as needed to direct our labor relations services. Initiatives include:

• Negotiate labor contracts
• Serve on joint grievance committees
• Some members serve on fringe benefit fund boards

CHAIRPERSON:
Dave Spence, Spence Brothers

Member Engagement Committee

Our members get the most benefit from their WCA membership when they actively engage in the association. The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly to make that happen! Initiatives include:

• Identify ideas for new member services and programs
• Develop programs and activities specifically focused on young professionals who work for WCA member firms
• Serve as liaison to new WCA member firms and help their representatives get involved in WCA activities
• Assist staff to improve website and use of social media

CHAIRPERSON:
Open position

Workforce Development Committee

Our members benefit from building their teams with skilled and educated employees. This committee meets monthly to advance the WCA's workforce development efforts. Initiatives include:

• Conduct “JUST BUILD IT!” Construction Career Expo
• Attend college and high school job fairs
• Plan Emerging Professionals in Construction (EPIC) professional development program sessions
• Determine topics for seminars, safety training classes, and other educational opportunities for employees of WCA member firms.

CHAIRPERSON:

Chris Scharlach, Granger Construction