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VCC Honors Women in Construction During Women’s History Month

Women in construction

Women’s History Month, which kicks off each March after its official designation in 1987, is a great time to recognize the importance and value of women in the workforce. Construction is one industry striving to welcome more women into its field. As of 2020, women comprised only 9% of the construction industry. Celebrating its 35th […]

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Job Opportunities in Construction are Rising. What Can the Industry Do to Fill Them?

The number of job opportunities in construction are rising steadily. In what is being seen as a monthly trend, 25,000 new jobs were added in January 2023 alone. This data, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, also showed that total employment in this industry rose by nearly 300,000 between January 2022 and January […]

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AZZ: Unmatched Protection for Critical Equipment in Harsh Conditions

Choose Rugged Spec II Packaged Equipment Centers from AZZ for the strongest and most advanced enclosures to keep your critical equipment safe from harsh weather conditions. With resilient construction, corrosion resistance, and customizable options, these centers provide durability and protection you can rely on. Rugged Spec II Packaged Equipment Centers from AZZ are […]

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Recognizing the Value of the Skilled Trades

People value skilled trades for the everyday necessities they bring to life. From plumbing to electrical, machinists, and construction, trades play a vital role worldwide. They make the world happen. Unfortunately, there is a growing gap in the skilled trades workforce, despite high wages, employer-funded training, readily available positions, and the opportunity to apply […]

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Women in Construction Featuring Sherry Valdes

Although the percentage of women in construction has grown over the past few years, the number is still small, 10.9% in fact. Despite this, there are opportunities in the construction industry for women to make their mark–just ask Sherry Valdes. So, how did Valdes get started in the community and what has she learned […]

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The Social Impact Panel, featuring Eric Coleman, Stacy Bruce, and Derek Alley

Community describes a group of people that live in the same place or share similar characteristics. Every community is different, but one commonly shared theme is how businesses can impact their respective communities. Corporate philanthropy can spure great societal impact. But what causes are companies giving back to the communities they operate in and […]

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The Comprehensive Role for Quality Control in Project Planning and Implementation with Jon Herring

Jon Herring, the Quality Control Director of VCC, joins Gabrielle Bejarano in this episode of Deconstruction to discuss the role of quality control at VCC and how substitutions in supplies create complications. The VCC’s Total Quality Management (TQM) department starts by assessing risk on jobs. TQM ensures the plan is in place and its […]

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Get a feel for Benchmark Products cleanroom solutions for life sciences manufacturing customers with this mini tour of their facility.
Tour Benchmark Products: Pioneering Cleanroom Solutions for Life Sciences
April 26, 2024

Get a feel for Benchmark Products cleanroom solutions for life sciences manufacturing customers with this mini tour of their facility.

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Benchmark Products Bioprocessing Solutions Provide Single-Use Solutions for Customers
April 26, 2024

Benchmark provides a new bioprocessing solution to maximize efficiency. This is a single-use system for pharma manufacturers for filling, mixing and single-use assemblies.

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Benchmark at Interphex 2024
April 26, 2024

Benchmark Products showcased their line of life science and pharmaceutical manufacturing products during Interphex in New York City April 2024.

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Navigating Cyber Risk Management in Healthcare Means Handling the Small Alerts and Big Alarms
April 26, 2024

In an era where digital dependencies are integral to healthcare operations, cyber risk management in healthcare requires addressing the big events and attending to the small ones. This urgent need to address and mitigate cyber vulnerabilities was a key discussion point during a MarketScale Experts Talk discussion on continued cybersecurity threats in healthcare. The […]

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The Importance of Design in Pre-Construction with Donn Calaway
January 1, 2023

Design in pre-construction plays a critical role in this phase of a project. At VCC, their In-House Design and Construction Integration team gets involved in all projects from start to finish. Donn Calaway, Chief Design Officer at VCC, heads up the design and construction integration group. He sat down with Gabrielle Bejarano on Deconstruction […]

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Field Safety Leadership and Behavior Change Management with Scott Anders
January 1, 2023

Behavior change management with employees is one of the most challenging aspects of any workplace. That’s even more so in construction because a failure to change can lead to unsafe conditions and even injury. So, how can field safety leaders invoke change so that it sticks? VCC Safety Director Scott Anders shared his wisdom on […]

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The Foundational Considerations of Good Field Safety Leadership with Scott Anders
January 1, 2023

In any project or initiative, those leading it set the tone. When expectations are unclear, or leadership doesn’t set them, failures can happen. And that’s not what anyone wants on a jobsite. Talking about good field safety leadership, Deconstruction with VCC host Tyler Kern spoke with the company’s Safety Director Scott Anders. “Leadership needs […]

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A Discussion of the Preconstruction Process with Taylor Marsalis
January 1, 2023

VCC Construction’s Taylor Marsalis, Director of Preconstruction, joined host Tyler Kern in the studio to dive into the preconstruction process on the Deconstruction podcast. Everything from the preconstruction process to the various challenges and navigating current construction market conditions was up for discussion. “Preconstruction describes the events that take place up to the actual […]

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How Are Modern City Centers Evolving to Suit Hybrid Desires?
January 1, 2023

How has the modern city center evolved from those of the past? Well, for one, there are evolving hybrid desires. On this inaugural episode of Deconstruction, a VCC podcast, host Ben Thomas and Derek Alley, CEO of VCC, break down the modern city center and what it takes to plan, build and maintain it. […]

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VCC: Where Construction Meets Family, Growth, and World-Class Projects!
January 1, 2023

In the realm of construction companies, VCC stands out from the crowd. With a deep-rooted commitment to caring, building relationships, and exceeding expectations, they have achieved success that is hard to match with world-class projects. What sets VCC apart is its unwavering dedication to its clients, coworkers, vendors, and partners. Despite being a large […]

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VCC: 35 Years of Building Legacies, Adapting to Challenges, and Delivering Excellence
January 1, 2023

Celebrating 35 years in business, VCC has thrived on innovation, adaptability, and strong relationships. From its humble beginnings in 1987 with a disciplined business model, VCC has grown into a reputable construction company, delivering excellence and leaving an indelible legacy. What sets VCC apart is not just the great projects they’ve built nationwide, but […]

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Revolutionizing Construction: Proactive Pre-Construction to Beat Supply Chain Challenges
January 1, 2023

In the ever-evolving construction industry, staying ahead of the game is crucial. That’s where VCC’s revolutionary pre-construction process comes into play. With over three decades of experience revolutionizing construction, VCC has honed its expertise across all product sectors nationwide, making them the go-to team for clients seeking extensive knowledge and insight. What sets VCC […]

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Unleashing Success: The Untapped Power of Service at VCC
January 1, 2023

In the fast-paced world of VCC, a motto emerged at the beginning of the year–“Service at our Core.” It started as a mere slogan, but quickly transformed into something much deeper. The power of service, it turns out, is the lifeblood of VCC’s culture and success, according to VCC’s CEO, Derek Alley. It extends beyond […]

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