Associated Builders & Contractors of Greater Houston offers numerous programs which recognize members for their efforts in safety, quality, innovation and excellence.  These programs are available for members in good standing and provide invaluable ways to demonstrate that ABC Members are America’s Best Contractors. 

Excellence In Construction
ABC's Awards of Excellence Program has become the premiere competition within the construction industry that recognizes outstanding construction projects in Houston and across the nation. Projects are evaluated based on Safety, Innovation, Dedication to Quality, Owner or Client References and other criteria.  Project Awards are typically distributed in November.  All Houston finalists are eligible to compete at the National Competition. 


STEP Awards
Established in 1989 by the ABC National Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) Committee, the Safety Training and Evaluation Process (STEP) program was developed and written by contractors, for contractors. There is no charge for this service (unless you are applying for STEP Platinum), and your responses are strictly confidential. Benefits include an organized approach for analyzing and developing safety and loss prevention programs, a valid, objective method for measuring safety program improvements, and a safety performance recognition useful in business development.

The 2010 STEP Application is here! Click here to download. Contact Amanda Burk at 713.523.6222 or email a.burk@abchouston.org for more information!
 



Accredited Quality Contractor
The Accredited Quality Contractor Program was launched in 1993.  It is an accreditation program which publicly recognizes and honors those construction firms which have documented their commitment in four key areas of corporate responsibility, including Safety (STEP Gold or Platinum Level Required), Employee Benefits, Training, and Community Relations. 


To learn about any of the programs above or other services available, please contact the ABC Office at (713)523-6222.