Union Standards. Community Impact.
Project Labor Agreements
Project Labor Agreements (PLA) and Community Workforce Agreements (CWA) create pathways to middle-class careers while delivering quality results on the jobsite.
A PLA or CWA is a legally binding contract between employers and construction unions stipulating that union labor will be used for projects.
PLAs ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, community benefits, and local hiring goals.
Benefits of PLAs
No work stoppages
Local hiring & diversity
Skilled labor = quality work
Stronger community outcomes
Priorities
Public Infrastructure
We champion investments in roads, bridges, schools, and transit systems that strengthen our region and create family-supporting careers. Our members build the essential infrastructure that keeps California safe, connected, and moving forward.
Private Development
From housing to commercial projects, we partner with developers to ensure construction is done to the highest standards of safety and quality. We advocate for developments that deliver community benefits and open doors to good-paying union jobs.
Energy Production
Our members are building the energy systems of today and tomorrow—expanding renewables like solar and wind while meeting the energy needs of today. We advocate for projects that balance innovation with environmental responsibility, creating union careers that power California’s future.
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