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BMWC Wins MCAA, CNA Safety Excellence Award
At this year’s Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Convention, BMWC was presented with an MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Award in the largest category (contractors with over 1 million hours). The award is one of the most prestigious recognitions of safety and health programs, safety innovations, and achievements in safety. Congratulations to the BMWC team and ... BMWC Wins MCAA, CNA Safety Excellence Award
Women in Construction Week
In the world of construction, where hard hats and heavy equipment rule, a new wave of women are shaking things up, and Christa is joining the movement. Her journey from college sports to entrepreneurship has landed her squarely in the heart of the construction industry, defying expectations every step of the way. “As a business ... Women in Construction Week
Women in Construction Week
In a chat with Ashley, a proud member of Pipefitters Local Union 776 and Foreman at the Ohio Fab Shop, we got a peek into her journey to the construction world. From family roots to her favorite parts of the job, Ashley shared her insights on life in the construction industry. Ashley’s story begins with ... Women in Construction Week
Women in Construction Week
Born and raised in Southern California, Hannah’s passion for construction blossomed during her college years at Boise State University, where she pursued a degree in mechanical engineering. Her journey began with internships, where she gained experience in seismic bracing and metal fabrication as a tube bender. However, it was a chance encounter with BMWC at ... Women in Construction Week
Women in Construction Week
In a candid interview, construction professional Kim White shares her journey from an electronics background to becoming a Certified Weld Inspector and respected member of the Local 440 in Indianapolis, IN. Kim’s introduction into the construction industry wasn’t conventional. Armed with two associate degrees – one in electronics and another in Applied Science – she ... Women in Construction Week
Women in Construction Week
In an industry traditionally dominated by men, Johnea has been dedicated to leaving her imprint on the world of construction. “From a young age, I’ve always enjoyed the creativity in learning,” Johnea says, reminiscing about her childhood spent exploring construction sites with her dad. Those early experiences fueled her passion and laid the foundation for ... Women in Construction Week
Forbes ranks BMWC as one of America’s best employers
Forbes’ annual ranking is based on feedback from both current and former employees, as well as those familiar with BMWC. This year, Forbes integrated data from the past three years to highlight consistently high-performing companies. As a result of the positive response BMWC has received, we ranked #145 out of 400 midsize companies in America! BMWC has ... Forbes ranks BMWC as one of America’s best employers
ENR Names BMWC Top Specialty Contractor
BMWC was recently listed by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as one of the mechanical industry’s Top Contractors both nationally and in the Midwest for 2023. On the Top Contractors list was BMWC, ranking high at # 3 for Midwest Mechanical Contractors, #21 for National Mechanical Contractors, and #96 in ENR’s National Top 600 Specialty Contractors ranking. BMWC continues ... ENR Names BMWC Top Specialty Contractor
Three Rivers Manufacturing Association Presents Gold Award
BMWC is proud to announce that our Chicago area team won the Gold Award from the Three Rivers Manufacturing Association (TRMA). This award is given to companies that achieve a 25% or greater reduction in the total OSHA recordable incidence rate with no workplace-related fatalities. We have won this award several times and will continue ... Three Rivers Manufacturing Association Presents Gold Award
2023 Construction Safety Week
Construction Safety Week is an important annual event that brings together construction firms nationwide to celebrate safety successes while recognizing the extraordinary effort it takes to continue our mission of eliminating all injuries and incidents in our industry. Each year BMWC participates by bringing awareness to the importance of safety. This year the theme is ... 2023 Construction Safety Week
Celebrating Women in Construction
Did you know, women only make up 11 percent of workers in the construction industry? National Women in Construction Week aims to recognize women for their hard work in a heavily male-dominated industry. However, growth continues as data suggests since 2016, there has been an influx of 234,000 women in construction. This week, we introduce ... Celebrating Women in Construction