Event will highlight available construction industry career opportunities and guidance for women in the community Who: The Nevada State Contractors Board and local construction industry experts What: In honor of National Women in Construction Week, the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) will hold the third annual “Hammers & Hope” event, geared towards … [Read more...] about Nevada State Contractors Board to Hold 3rd Annual ‘Hammers and Hope’ Event
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Nevada State Contractors Board Fills Key Staff Positions
HENDERSON and RENO, Nev. – Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) Executive Officer Margi Grein announced the promotion of Kenya McCampbell to Executive Assistant/Policy Analyst and the hiring of Michael Phillips as Public Information Officer. “The Nevada State Contractors Board and its staff are here to serve the people of the state of Nevada. Both Ms. McCampbell in her … [Read more...] about Nevada State Contractors Board Fills Key Staff Positions
Nevada State Contractors Board Celebrates Construction Inclusion Week
The Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) joins other leaders in the construction industry to encourage further diversity and inclusion in the industry through the inaugural “Construction Inclusion Week” (CIW). CIW is a result of a consortium created by a group of general contractors and seeks to build awareness and further the conversation towards a more inclusive … [Read more...] about Nevada State Contractors Board Celebrates Construction Inclusion Week
Judge Revokes Licenses at October Disciplinary Hearing
RENO/HENDERSON, NV – the Honorable Philip M. Pro (ret.) proceeded as the Administrative Law Judge for a Disciplinary Hearing against Cat Detailing LLC d/b/a Bolmer Restoration, License No. 0072647; Cat Detailing LLC, d/b/a Bolmer Restoration License No. 0072647; Luft Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, License No. 0075978, and Luft Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, d/b/a … [Read more...] about Judge Revokes Licenses at October Disciplinary Hearing
New Law Helps Protect Solar Consumers in Nevada
In an effort to protect and inform Nevada residents, the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) is promoting the public safety initiatives of Senate Bill 303, which will take effect on Oct. 1, 2021. The new law, spearheaded by Senator Chris Brooks and signed by Governor Steve Sisolak during the 2021 Legislative Session, aims to enhance consumer protections for all parties … [Read more...] about New Law Helps Protect Solar Consumers in Nevada
Nevada State Contractors Board to Hold 2nd Annual ‘Hammers & Hope’ Event
Held virtually, event will highlight available construction industry career opportunities, guidance for women, students in the community Who: Nevada State Contractors Board and construction industry experts What: In honor of National Women in Construction Week, Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) will hold the second annual “Hammers & Hope” event, geared … [Read more...] about Nevada State Contractors Board to Hold 2nd Annual ‘Hammers & Hope’ Event
Contractors Board Awards over $254,500 to Harmed Homeowners
The Nevada State Contractors Board held a Residential Recovery Fund Subcommittee meeting July 31, where 23 homeowners were awarded an aggregate total of more than $254,500 after incurring damages from licensed contractors. “Hiring licensed Nevada contractors affords homeowners the opportunity to have their workmanship-related concerns investigated by the Board. This process … [Read more...] about Contractors Board Awards over $254,500 to Harmed Homeowners
Nevada Builders Alliance Board President Caron to Serve on Nevada State Contractors Board
CARSON CITY, Nev. – Melissa Caron, president of Smith Electric Company and president of the board of directors for Nevada Builders Alliance, a professional organization representing nearly 800 construction-related companies, was appointed by Gov. Sandoval to the Nevada State Contractors Board. The Contractors Board is responsible for disseminating information about rules and … [Read more...] about Nevada Builders Alliance Board President Caron to Serve on Nevada State Contractors Board
Contractors Board Executive Officer Appointed To Nevada’s Core Team For Upcoming National Licensing Consortium
HENDERSON, NV – The Nevada State Contractors Board is pleased to announce that Executive Officer Margi A. Grein has been appointed by Governor Sandoval to join Nevada’s core team, which will be participating in the National Occupational Licensing Learning Consortium. Nevada was one of 11 states selected to participate in the Consortium, which will analyze licensing policies, … [Read more...] about Contractors Board Executive Officer Appointed To Nevada’s Core Team For Upcoming National Licensing Consortium
Nevada State Contractors Board Joins Local Agencies and Industry Groups to Hold Disaster Preparedness Kit Drive
LAS VEGAS – September is National Disaster Preparedness Month, and the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) wants to help Southern Nevada residents become disaster ready. From now until Oct. 6, NSCB, along with industry groups and local agencies, will be holding a Community Disaster Preparedness Kit Drive, which will supply local families with the necessary items to build … [Read more...] about Nevada State Contractors Board Joins Local Agencies and Industry Groups to Hold Disaster Preparedness Kit Drive
How Do You Measure Success?
“If I am happy when I wake up in the morning, I know I had a successful day yesterday. If I continue ending each day happy, I know I chose the right career.” Scott Donaghe | Senior Associate, Avison Young “In the non-profit world, success is measured by the number of lives we are changing. When we know we have helped to improve the graduation rates for the schools we work … [Read more...] about How Do You Measure Success?
Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
Whereas Nevada’s commercial construction industry was all but dead five years ago, today it’s alive, with activity edging up. “We are finally in a period of growth. A lot more work is happening,” said Mac Bybee, president, Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC), Nevada Chapter, a statewide trade association that provides training, apprenticeship programs, government … [Read more...] about Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
What Changes do you Expect 2016 to Bring for Nevada?
“Nevada should expect continued economic strengthening, especially from new construction developments, a rise in our national education ranking, massive turnover in the Legislature and legalized recreational marijuana in 2016.” Erica Harvey | Director of Operations, Radman Hospitality “2016 is going to be great for Southern Nevada. Thanks to the ego-humbling recession, we … [Read more...] about What Changes do you Expect 2016 to Bring for Nevada?
Rachel Wright Joins The Ferraro Group
Reno – The Ferraro Group, a public relations and public affairs firm with offices in Reno, Carson City, Las Vegas, and Phoenix, has hired Rachel Wright as a public relations account executive. In her new position, Wright will be responsible for public relations and social media efforts for both local and statewide clients. She will be working with various accounts, including … [Read more...] about Rachel Wright Joins The Ferraro Group
On the Rise: Commercial Building Rebounds
For the first time since 2007, when the recession decimated their industry, commercial builders in Nevada believe the industry is finally snapping back. “The recovery is slower than anybody wanted it to be, but the good news is that it is recovering,” says Ray Sedey, executive vice president of McCarthy Building Companies in Las Vegas. “Construction is recovering, but we’re … [Read more...] about On the Rise: Commercial Building Rebounds