Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition, Inc.

Plenty of people bemoan the lack of labor in the trades, but not many are doing something about it. That sentiment can’t be said about Pam Stott, executive director of the Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition (NCTWC) and fellow co-founder, Doug Ford, VP at Curtis Lumber. The 501c6 organization was formed late in 2023 but began as just a task force about seven years ago. The group arose from ongoing discussions held at Saratoga Builders Association meetings that always seemed to center on the biggest, most persistent issue each member faced: “How can we get more workers?” https://lnkd.in/gApj6t2F

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We’re having a great week at Camp! It’s a good sign that all the girls come back every day for more - they love it! Here are a few photos of the many activities and builds the girls have been engaged in: toolbox build, sawhorses, Pallette tour of their asphalt plant and stone quarry, Witt Construction tour of two homes under construction, building a geometric puzzle, charcuterie board, and Viking chairs. Each day the skills are a bit more advanced and require many learned from the previous days’ lessons. Today their final project is vertical garden builds and tomorrow the week will culminate with Construction Olympics!  

Take a look at Day 2! https://lnkd.in/gfsQhh2g

Day 1 of "Girls Summer Construction Camp" was a huge hit!

Empowering Middle School Girls Through Construction Summer Camp   Saratoga Springs, NY July 16, 2024 – The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition in conjunction with Whitbeck Construction, and WSWHE BOCES proudly announces its inaugural Construction Summer Camp for middle school girls, aimed at breaking down gender barriers in the construction industry and fostering a new generation of empowered builders.   “By collaborating with local schools, businesses, and legislators, we aim to promote the trades as a viable and rewarding career option for the next generation”, said Doug Ford, the president of the Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition.   The camp is set to take place on July 22-26 at the Whitbeck Construction Education Center, 4728 Route 50, Gansevoort NY. The girls will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities and learn how math, technology, science and design apply to construction. They will tour homes under construction by Witt Construction, and also tour the Pellette Stone Corporation Quarry & Plant.   The camp will conclude on Friday July 26 with a “Construction Olympics” followed by an opportunity for the students, parents, industry partners, and the media to hear from Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner and others on this unique summer camp starting at 11:30am.   About Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition www.NCTWC.org : The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition’s mission is to educate, inspire and connect people in pursuit of rewarding careers in the trades, driving economic growth while building and sustaining our communities. What started as a small task force within the Saratoga Builders Association (SBA) in Saratoga County along with the support of Curtis Lumber leadership has grown into a force that extends beyond its initial members. Today, it includes individuals with varying professional backgrounds, all united in a mission to dispel misconceptions and educate about the facts.

The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition held a vertical garden build on May 3rd to expose young women to the great options the construction industry offers. Whitbeck Construction lead the project with 17 female students from local schools participating. The event was sponsored by the Annmarie Mitchell Legacy Fund, a foundation dedicated to assisting women pursuing careers in construction. It was a very busy day hands-on day as the students used power tools, planning skills, and team work to build four vertical gardens. #constructiontrades #northeastconstruction #careerchoices #buildingafuture #workforcedevelopment

The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition proudly announces its inaugural Construction Summer Camp for middle school girls, aimed at breaking down gender barriers in the construction industry and fostering a new generation of empowered builders. "By collaborating with local schools, businesses, and legislators, we aim to promote the trades as a viable and rewarding career option for the next generation," said Doug Ford, the president of the Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition. The camp is set to take place on July 22-26 at the Whitbeck Construction Education Center in Gansevoort. "By hosting this unique camp tailored specifically for middle school girls, we aim to cultivate their interest in construction early on, providing them with the skills, confidence, and support they need to pursue rewarding careers in this traditionally male-dominated field," said Ford. Campers will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities and learn how math, technology, science, and design apply to construction. They will tour local businesses and contraction sites. The camp culminates in a Construction Olympics. Building projects include: tool boxes, dog houses, garden boxes, and bird houses. The Construction Summer Camp is open to middle school girls who are entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the 2024-25 school year. No prior construction experience required. Spaces are limited, so interested parents and guardians are encouraged to register their daughters early to secure their spots. For more information about the camp program, schedule, and registration details, please visit https://lnkd.in/eYTi8N6j or email: [email protected] #constructiontrades #northeastconstruction #careerchoices #buildingafuture #workforcedevelopment

The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition (NCTWC) proudly partnered with DeWalt’s Grow the Trades Program to honor WSWHE BOCES and Questar III BOCES Career and Technical (CTE) students going directly into the trades workforce. In early June, students were recognized at CTE Signing Days for successfully securing the first step to their future by committing to employment with signed letters of intent. CTE programs have added to the local economy and signing days are a way of honoring and thanking students who are helping to meet the needs for trades work in our communities. Proud families, members of the school community, and local business partners looked on as Doug Ford, President of NCTWC congratulated students embarking on a career in construction tech, heavy equipment, HVAC, and welding with the presentation of a sturdy DeWalt tool bag complete with some tools to help jump start their new beginnings. This generous donation from DeWalt’s Grow the Trades Program assists in developing the incoming construction workforce and supports non-profit organizations such as NCTWC, dedicated to growing the trades. This marks the third year the Coalition has been involved in this program; rewarding over 500 graduating BOCES students with a special gift. “It is one of our favorite times of the year,” says NCTWC Executive Director, Pam Stott . “BOCES and our Coalition have formed an invaluable partnership in recognizing the increasing demand for a skilled workforce and our combined efforts to support the trades.” #constructiontrades #northeastconstruction #careerchoices #buildingafuture #workforcedevelopment

A huge thank you to Chris Bushee, Managing Editor of Saratoga TODAY, and her staff for featuring our work and the trades in their latest edition of Simply Saratoga! Check out the link below and be sure to share it! We are featured on pages 104-112. https://lnkd.in/gBXWYS_K