AGCMA

What AGCMA does

AGC MA (Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts) is a non-profit trade association founded in 1935 that represents over 100 commercial construction contractors operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Its membership spans union and open shop general contractors, construction managers, trade subcontractors, industry suppliers, and professional services firms including enterprise players such as Turner Construction, Shawmut Design and Construction, Gilbane Building Company, Consigli Construction, Walsh Brothers, and Commodore Builders. The association's stated role is advocacy, labor relations, safety services, training, workforce development, DEI advancement, and networking on behalf of the commercial construction industry.

The association delivers value through a portfolio of programs rather than a technology platform. These include the CARE Construction Safety Program, the Emerging Leaders Development Series (ELDS), the Committee for Diversity & Inclusion (CFDI), the BuildHer Mentorship Program, the Future Builders mentorship and Building Advancement Externship for educators, the AGC MA & MCAP Scholarship Program, the Robert L. Petrucelli Grant, and publications such as the bi-annual Building Best Practices digital magazine and Future Builders Newsletter. Its first external safety consulting partnership was formed with Pointman Safety Consulting in February 2026. The organization distributes content and services through its website (agcmass.org), member portal, LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube/Vimeo training videos, in-person events, and committee structures.

AGC MA generates revenue through four primary streams: recurring annual membership dues from member companies, one-time event registration fees (e.g., $260 per member attendee at the 2026 Summer Social), corporate event sponsorships ranging from $2,500 (Program Sponsor) to $10,000 (Cocktail Reception Sponsor), and grant-funded training fees through the Massachusetts Express Grant Program (up to $15,000 per member company per year). Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed. The association is governed by its member firms through a Board of Directors and operates as an independent state affiliate of the national Associated General Contractors of America.

Name

AGCMA

Legal name

Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts

Website

https://agcmass.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1935

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

AGC MA is a non-profit trade association founded in 1935 representing over 100 commercial construction contractors and related firms in Massachusetts, delivering advocacy, safety, training, DEI, and workforce development programs through membership dues, events, and sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Trade Association

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAA)

Keywords

• Trade association services
• Commercial construction membership
• Workforce development programs
• Construction safety training
• Industry advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wellesley

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: AGC MA generates revenue through annual membership dues from over 100 union and open shop commercial construction contractors, trade subcontractors, industry suppliers, and professional services companies.
2. Event Registration Fees: Revenue from member events such as the 2026 AGC Summer Social with registration fees of $260 per member attendee.
3. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship packages for events ranging from $2,500 (Program Sponsor) to $10,000 (Cocktail Reception Sponsor), along with various sponsorship tiers at the Summer Social.
4. Training and Program Fees: Revenue from professional development programs including the Massachusetts Express Grant Program, where AGC MA serves as an approved training provider offering state-funded professional development courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

AGC MA (Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts) is a non-profit trade association that provides membership-based services to over 100 commercial construction contractors in Massachusetts. It delivers advocacy, labor relations, safety programs, workforce development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, professional development, scholarships, and networking events such as the annual Summer Social. It is a state affiliate of the national Associated General Contractors of America.

Product overview

AGC MA (Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts) is a trade association for commercial construction companies, not a technology company. The organization offers a portfolio of member services including professional development programs (Emerging Leaders Development Series, BuildHer Mentorship Program, Building Advancement Externship), publications (Building Best Practices digital magazine, Future Builders newsletter), safety services (CARE Construction Safety Program, Pointman Safety partnership), DEI resources (CFDI Committee, Culture of Care toolkits, DE&I training media), scholarship and grant programs (AGC MA & MCAP Scholarships, Robert L. Petrucelli Grant), workforce development initiatives, and networking events (Summer Social). These programs work together to serve the commercial construction industry through advocacy, education, safety, diversity, and professional development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

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Products and services

• Building Best Practices (BBP) Digital Magazine Bi-annual digital magazine featuring curated articles and videos highlighting innovative business practices contributed by industry experts from AGC MA Committees; targeted at commercial construction professionals.
• Future Builders Newsletter Newsletter providing real-world insight to educators, parents, and students on careers in the commercial construction industry; includes site tours, programs, and internship resources.
• Constructing MA Outreach initiative created by AGC MA to educate parents, teachers, school counselors, high school and college students, veterans, and job seekers on career options in commercial construction.
• Safety, Health, and Wellness Services Comprehensive safety resources for member companies including the CARE Construction Safety Program, training materials, and partnership with Pointman Safety Consulting for external safety consulting services.
• Massachusetts Express Grant Program State-funded training support for AGC MA members; grant funds limited to $15,000 per company per calendar year, $300 per instructional hour, and $3,000 per employee per course.
• Emerging Leaders Development Series (ELDS) Flagship professional development initiative to cultivate next generation construction industry leaders, focused on advancing underrepresented groups into senior leadership roles; includes workshops on personal leadership, emotional intelligence, team management, strategic thinking, and authentic communication.
• CARE Construction Safety Program Comprehensive safety program offering resources, training, and support for construction companies including the SAFE-T Survey for measuring safety culture.
• Building Advancement Externship (BAE) Week-long immersion program bringing together educators from across Massachusetts for first-hand insight into construction management, trades, sustainability, and workforce pathways.
• BuildHer Mentorship Program Mentorship program empowering women in commercial construction through meaningful communication, shared learning, and connection.
• AGC MA & MCAP Scholarship Program Annual scholarship awards for individuals enrolled in construction or civil engineering degree programs at four-year colleges or universities in Massachusetts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 250+ construction professionals brought together at annual Summer Social
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Pointman Safety ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 February 2026AGC MA's first partnership with an external safety consulting firm. Pointman Safety is a nationally recognized safety consulting firm serving construction, manufacturing, and transportation sectors, with offices in Boston, MA and Branford, CT and clients across the United States and internationally. Their team integrates experienced safety professionals directly into client operations, expanding the safety resources available to AGC MA members.
• Milwaukee ToolmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting Sponsor for the 2026 AGC Summer Social event. Milwaukee Tool provides branded sponsorship recognition and support for the premier member networking event of the year.
• Culture of CARE (AGC of America and AGC of Washington)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiative with AGC of America and AGC of Washington challenging construction industry leaders to create welcoming, safe, and inclusive workplaces. The Culture of CARE initiative provides companies with tools and resources including the racism toolkit, sexism toolkit, and pledge commitment.
• Massachusetts Horticultural SocietyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner organization hosting the Garden at Elm Bank, the venue for the 2026 AGC Summer Social. Founded in 1829, the society is one of America's oldest nonprofit institutions promoting horticulture and connecting people with plants, gardens, and the natural world.
• Bentley University's Gloria Cordes Center for Women in BusinessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Dr. Yaro Fong-Olivares of Bentley University to lead Diversity Dialogues series exploring how recent political and social developments impact DEI across the construction industry.
• Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner school in the Future Builders Mentorship Program, hosting weekly sessions with hands-on design and build activities, guest speakers, and construction site field trips.
• Madison Park Technical Vocational High SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner school in the Future Builders Mentorship Program offering virtual and in-person sessions for students interested in construction careers.
• Worcester Technical High SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner school in the Future Builders Mentorship Program providing career pathway opportunities for students.
• Massachusetts Express Grant ProgramminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAGC MA is an approved training provider under the Massachusetts Express Grant Program, allowing members to apply state-funded support toward professional development offerings.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC): National trade association supporting women in construction. Comparable to AGC MA's BuildHer Mentorship and DEI initiatives, but operates as a specialized constituency association rather than a comprehensive contractor trade body.

Regional players

• Boston Society for Architecture (BSA): Regional professional association for architects and building industry professionals in Massachusetts. Comparable to AGC MA in serving as a Massachusetts-based industry membership organization, but focused on architects rather than contractors.
• AGC of Connecticut: Connecticut state chapter of AGC of America with nearly identical mission, structure, and member profile to AGC MA. Directly comparable as a neighboring Northeast construction trade association.
• AGC NY (Associated General Contractors of New York): New York state chapter of AGC of America serving commercial contractors in a similar Northeast market. Closely comparable in structure, member profile, and programming, but operates in a different geography from AGC MA.
• Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts: Massachusetts-based trade association specifically serving subcontractors in commercial construction. Overlaps with AGC MA in member base (trade subcontractors) and service offerings (advocacy, networking), but operates in a narrower subcontractor niche.

Direct peers

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National trade association representing open-shop and merit-shop commercial construction contractors. ABC is AGC MA's primary direct competitor for commercial contractor memberships, particularly for non-union firms, and runs parallel chapter structures, training, safety, and advocacy programs.

Others

• Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA): National association serving financial professionals in the construction industry. Overlaps with AGC MA in serving the construction ecosystem, but specializes in finance/accounting rather than general contractor representation.
• Engineering News-Record (ENR): Leading construction industry media publication that serves as an information and networking resource for commercial construction. Comparable to AGC MA as a construction industry ecosystem participant, though operating as a media outlet rather than a member association.

Broad incumbents

• AGC of America: National parent/affiliate organization of which AGC MA is a state chapter. AGC of America provides national-level advocacy, training resources, and program frameworks that AGC MA localizes for Massachusetts. Highly comparable in mission and member services.
• NAHB - National Association of Home Builders: National trade association for the residential and commercial building industry. While NAHB's primary focus is residential construction, it overlaps with AGC MA in serving builders, offering training, advocacy, and networking at a national scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubevimeo.com/user46359688
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/associated-general-contractors-of-massachusetts
• Xx.com/AGCofMA

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