Manhattan Construction Company recently announced that it has once again been recognized by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) as an Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC), marking the 22nd time the company has earned this prestigious construction industry award. The ABC Accredited Quality Contractor credential recognizes Manhattan Construction Company’s ongoing commitment to construction leadership excellence, quality construction services, corporate responsibility, and industry-leading standards in safety, workforce development, and community engagement.
“The AQC credential is special because it acknowledges our commitment to delivering superior services and quality to our clients, and our premier company programs that support our team members and their families,”
said John Reyhan, president of Manhattan Construction Company. “From comprehensive technical and leadership development programs, professional growth opportunities, we invest in every team member so they can succeed both at work and in life. That’s what makes Manhattan an outstanding place to work.”
Established more than three decades ago, ABC’s AQC credential provides recognition to industry-leading construction firms that have documented their commitment in five areas:
- Quality
- Health and safety performance
- Talent management
- Craft and management education
- Community relations
“This industry-leading contractor has proven they not only provide immense value in the marketplace, but they also prioritize their employees’ health and safety, the company culture, and their quality work processes and products,” said Michael Bellaman, ABC president and CEO. “The leaders and employees of Manhattan Construction put in the work and make the decisions daily that set the standard for health and safety, culture, workforce development, innovation, market-based compensation, benefits, and quality in the contracting community. This quality standard is backed and validated by clients and third-party references. Congratulations to this Accredited Quality Contractor; you are a trusted, respected, and transformational leader in the construction industry.”
In earning the AQC credential, each member company commits to industry-leading health and safety by achieving the Gold, Platinum, or Diamond level in ABC’s STEP® Health and Safety Management System.
Established in 1989, STEP provides contractors and suppliers with a robust, no-cost framework for measuring safety data and benchmarking with peers in the industry, with top performers achieving incident rates nearly seven times safer than the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics industry average.
Reaccredited annually, AQC members also make the following pledge: As an Accredited Quality Contractor, our company is committed to providing our clients with the highest-quality construction services, and we care deeply about our employees and the communities in which we build. We are proud to be part of the construction industry and are dedicated to the principles of free enterprise. We commit ourselves to serve our communities and to provide our employees with the skills they need to work safely and productively in order to meet the needs of our clients.
As Manhattan Construction Company continues to earn national recognition through the ABC Accredited Quality Contractor designation, the honor represents far more than an industry credential. It reflects decades of intentional leadership, disciplined processes, and an unwavering commitment to quality construction services delivered with integrity. From prioritizing jobsite safety through participation in the ABC STEP Health and Safety Management System to investing heavily in workforce development, training, and professional growth, the company consistently demonstrates what construction leadership looks like in practice.
Earning the AQC designation for the twenty-second time reinforces Manhattan Construction Company’s reputation as an employer of choice and a trusted partner for clients across the construction industry. The credential validates not only strong project outcomes, but also a people-first culture that supports employees, families, and the communities where projects are built. As market conditions, technologies, and workforce needs continue to evolve, Manhattan Construction remains focused on the fundamentals that never change: safety, quality, accountability, and respect.
Ultimately, this recognition underscores Manhattan Construction Company’s vision to set higher standards for the industry and deliver value for clients, employees, and communities.
