Membership Benefits and Discount Programs

Membership Benefits and Discount Offers

Eastern Contractors Association is pleased to provide a variety of benefits and discount offers for our members. If you would like additional information, please contact our Membership, Industry and Workforce Initiatives Director, Jill Renwick.

Membership Application

Planroom (Electronic & Physical)
Our planroom offers many services including: over 200+ Actively Bidding Projects EVERY DAY; hundreds of Pre-Bid Projects; instant notification of addenda; filters & search options to narrow projects by location, scope of work & size; access to bidders lists; online ordering of drawings for printing or pickup; creation of “Invitations to Bid” for subcontractors & suppliers; time saving bid search email updates; and we put plans up as soon as possible, within 24 hours of receipt.

FREE Trial!

Safety & Health, Safety Lab
Is safety important to you? Are you trying to make sure your jobsite is compliant? Are you trying to learn about what is important when it comes to OSHA? Did you receive a fine or citation? No matter what you need, we are here to help you.

We Offer:

FREE on-site consultations
FREE tool-box talks
Access to a fully-stocked “Safety Lab”

Safety Services

Labor Relations
We assist with negotiating labor contracts, moderating the important items you need to succeed.

The Association’s General Labor Committee negotiates and administers industry labor agreements with the basic building and construction trades unions (Bricklayers, Carpenters, Glaziers, Laborers, Operating Engineers, Painters, Teamsters and Tile Setters & Finishers).

What can we do?
Counsel on labor matters related to unions
Assist with Department of Labor issues
Serve as fringe benefit fund trustees

Notary Service
We offer free Notary Service to our members. We have two staff who are Certified Notary Public in the State of New York and will provide free notary service during regular business hours. Stop in to take advantage of this opportunity!

Training & Education
Eastern Contractors Association has been a dedicated source of knowledge, training and education for decades. Attend one of our courses to gain important training and certifications you need to be successful.

Some of our Classes Include:

Basic Estimating
OSHA 30-Hour
Supervisor Training Program (STP)
Sexual Harassment Training (In-person and Online)
Notary Public Training

Upcoming Courses

Networking & Events
We offer year-round networking opportunities such as our annual reception, steak roast, happy hours, cigar night, and more!

Upcoming Events

Other Benefits

E.E.O./M.B.E./W.B.E.
Meeting & Conference Facilities
Publications
Discounts
Specification Reviews

Discounts

Workers' Compensation Group
ECA is pleased to provide our member employers with an alternative solution to combat the rising cost of workers' compensation insurance. Safety Group #469 was created by Lovell Safety Management to address the health and safety issues unique to construction industry employers. Safety Group #469 is a coalition of construction industry employers seeking to secure their state-mandated workers' compensation insurance at the lowest rate and the highest level of quality service. For more information, contact Laura Regan at (518) 869-0961 or lauras@ecainc.org.

NYS Mandated Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
ECA will be updating our link to our members very soon. This will again be offered free to our members. Please contact Jill at the office and she will make sure you receive the link and code.

Special Purchase Opportunities for ECA Members at DePaula Auto Group
All ECA members are eligible for special purchase pricing from DePaula Auto Group. Purchase a new car or truck for $100 over invoice and receive all rebates, special financing offers or incentives available (this special purchase opportunity excludes some vehicles, such as Corvette and Cruze).

Contact Paul Archer, Commercial Accounts Manager at (518) 489-5551 ext. 330 or parcher@depaulaford.com for more information.

Special Purchase Opportunities for ECA Members at Keeler Motor Car Co.
All ECA members are eligible for special purchase pricing for Sprinter/Metris vans from Keeler Mercedes Benz. Purchase or Lease a new Sprinter/Metris van for $100 over invoice (excluding 4x4s) plus receive any additional incentives offered by Mercedes Benz including their Medium Fleet Program.

Contact your dedicated sales contact, Jason Terrence, at (518) 727-7339 or jterrence@keeler.com to learn more about this program.

Management Advisory Group Offers FREE Services to ECA Members
ECA Member Firm Management Advisory Group is now offering FREE services to ECA members, including two non-committal consulting sessions (up to two hours each) and one free "roundtable" session. Consultations include addressing key challenges, opportunities, priorities, and goals, and identifying areas for improvement or growth. To learn more, go to www.Management-Advisory-Group.com or call (518) 708-6300 for a no-obligation, free initial consultation.