Southeastern Construction Owners and Associates Roundtable, SCOAR

08/11/2026

Explore the New SCOAR Website and Register for the Fall 2026 Meeting!

We’re excited to launch the newly redesigned SCOAR website, www.scoar.org,created to provide a more modern, user-friendly experience and make it easier to stay connected with SCOAR.

Join us in Myrtle Beach September 22-24, 2026, for the Fall Meeting! The meeting page has everything you need to plan your experience, including the agenda, speaker lineup, venue information, sponsorship opportunities, registration details, and more.

Early Bird Registration ends August 28!

We’re still putting the finishing touches on a few website features, including the Member Portal, which we expect to be available within the week. We appreciate your patience as we continue making improvements.

Explore the new site, register for the Fall Meeting, and get ready to join us in Myrtle Beach this September!

08/10/2026

As SCOAR’s Principal Partner, Contractor Service and Fabrication Inc. is committed to supporting the development of skilled, engaged professionals across the construction industry. We encourage our members to take a look at their latest insights on developing personnel and building a stronger workforce.

"Developing personnel in the field leads to highly skilled and highly engaged employees that are committed to your company. All these attributes lead to better safety performance, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

6 steps your company can take to aid in achieving these attributes and goals:

1. Invest in continuous improvement through technical skills, safety leadership, and new technologies.

2. Provide clear career pathways with defined opportunities to advance from apprentice through superintendent.

3. Build a culture of recognition and respect by acknowledging quality work and rewarding performance.

4. Develop strong frontline leaders who coach, mentor, communicate effectively, and create an environment of success.

5. Foster employee engagement and purpose by emphasizing craftsmanship, ownership, teamwork, and the impact these bring to clients and community.

6. Offer competitive compensation and benefits that reward skill, productivity, and long-term commitment.

08/03/2026

Safety in construction is about more than equipment, procedures, and compliance. It is about making sure every person on the jobsite is prepared, focused, and able to perform their work safely.

Impairment is a safety risk that can often go unnoticed. While many people associate impairment with substance use, it can also include factors such as fatigue, stress, mental health challenges, and other conditions that impact a worker’s ability to safely perform their job. Recognizing and addressing these risks is an important part of building a strong safety culture.

At SCOAR, we believe collaboration, education, and a commitment to safety are essential to advancing the construction industry. By sharing knowledge and best practices, we can help create safer worksites and protect the people who make our industry successful.

We encourage our members and industry partners to read this important perspective from EHS Today and continue the conversation about identifying risks before they become incidents.

National Safety Council provides grant to study fatigue, a major impairment risk.

07/31/2026

At SCOAR, our mission is to advance the construction industry by promoting a culture where every worker returns home safely at the end of the day. This powerful reminder, shared from a Brasfield & Gorrie jobsite, reflects a value that unites our members across the Southeast.

Every decision made on a jobsite should put people first. Through collaboration, education, and the sharing of best practices, SCOAR members continue to raise the standard for safety across our industry.

Thank you to Brasfield & Gorrie for allowing us to share this important message and for their continued commitment to protecting the people who build our communities.

07/29/2026

Congratulations to SCOAR member Kwest Group on being recognized with the Carolinas AGC Community Impact Award.

This honor celebrates organizations that make a meaningful difference beyond the jobsite. Kwest earned the award for its commitment to giving back through a regional holiday food drive that provided meals to 50 families in need.

At SCOAR, we are proud to recognize members who demonstrate that strong communities and a strong construction industry go hand in hand. Congratulations to the entire Kwest team on this well-deserved achievement.

07/28/2026

We are proud to recognize MetroPower, Inc. as a SCOAR Supporting Partner.

Through their partnership, MetroPower demonstrates a commitment to strengthening the construction industry by supporting collaboration, innovation, and workforce excellence.

MetroPower is a premier electrical contractor serving the greater Southeastern U.S. Our goal is to deliver the highest-quality products and services the first time, every time, while maintaining our steadfast commitment to safety and client satisfaction.

MetroPower serves all industries with integrity, with a primary focus on the Industrial, Healthcare, Federal, and Premier Commercial market segments. We recognize that our job is more than just completing the work—it’s about building relationships, serving with unwavering dedication, and earning the opportunity for future business.

07/27/2026

Each month, SCOAR is proud to spotlight our Principal Partner, Contractor Service and Fabrication Inc.. As our only Principal Partner, CSFCO continues to share valuable insights and industry expertise that help strengthen the construction community.

This month, they explore an important topic that impacts every project: managing uncertainty before it becomes a costly challenge. We invite you to read their perspective below.

"The Hidden Cost of Uncertainty in Industrial Construction"

When our projects get off track, it's usually not because somebody can't do the work. More often than not, it's because there were too many unknowns from the start.

Incomplete drawings, changing scopes, tight schedules, material delays, and unanswered questions are what create problems before the first piece of steel is set or the first weld is made. The longer those issues hang around, the more they affect safety, productivity, cost, and the schedule.

That's why contractors do more than build. We ask questions early, look for potential problems before they become real problems, and keep the lines of communication open. A little extra planning on the front end can save a lot of headaches once the work begins.

At CSFCO, we've found that precision isn't just about what happens in the field. It starts with good planning, honest communication, and strong relationships. Get that right, and the rest of the project has a much better chance of going right too.

07/17/2026

The deadline to apply for the SCOAR Targeting Outstanding Project/Program Safety (TOPS) Awards has been extended to July 31, 2026.

This is your opportunity to showcase your company's commitment to safety excellence and be recognized as a leader in our industry.

The TOPS Awards honor outstanding safety achievements through:
• Project Awards that recognize exceptional safety performance on construction projects
• Program Award that recognizes innovative and effective company safety programs with measurable results

Winning a TOPS Award is more than an achievement. It demonstrates your company's dedication to protecting your workforce, strengthening safety culture, and setting the standard for excellence across the construction industry.

Applications must be submitted by midnight (EST) tonight, July 17.

Don't miss this opportunity to have your company recognized for its commitment to building safer jobsites and a stronger construction industry.

07/17/2026

You won't want to miss this year's Fall Meeting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Join fellow construction industry leaders for an outstanding event filled with networking, collaboration, and valuable insights.

Our speaker lineup is one of the best yet, with engaging sessions that will offer something for everyone in attendance. Whether you are an owner, contractor, supplier, or industry partner, you'll gain practical knowledge, fresh ideas, and meaningful connections.

Mark your calendar now. Exciting details are just around the corner! The meeting website and registration will be launching soon, so stay tuned and be ready to reserve your spot.

We look forward to seeing you in Myrtle Beach this fall!

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from SCOAR!

Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, honor the brave veterans and service members who have defended our nation, and recognize the hardworking men and women of the construction industry who help build America's future every day.

As we gather with family and friends, we thank our members, partners, and communities for your dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment to making our country stronger.

We wish everyone a safe, meaningful, and happy Independence Day.