When working with Martin-Harris, safety isn’t a program, it’s a core value that guides how we plan, build, and care for one another every day. Our Safety Department plays a critical role in ensuring every jobsite is a place where associates, partners, and clients can feel confident that safety comes first.
For decades, our teams have worked with a shared commitment: everyone goes home safe, every day. That commitment shows up not only in our daily practices, but also in the recognition our projects and company have earned across the industry.
A Culture Rooted in Accountability and Care
The Safety Department supports our field teams through proactive planning, ongoing training, and visible leadership. Safety at Martin‑Harris is not limited to rules or checklists, it’s about awareness, communication, and responsibility at every level of the organization.
From hazard recognition and equipment inspections to job‑specific planning and mentoring, our safety professionals work side by side with project teams to identify risks early and address them effectively. This collaborative approach empowers our associates to speak up, look out for one another, and take ownership of safety on every job.
Recognized Excellence in Jobsite Safety
Our long history of safety awards reflects the consistency of this approach. Since 1997, Martin‑Harris projects have earned numerous AGC Safe Site Awards, recognizing outstanding safety performance across a wide range of project types, including education, healthcare, commercial, and hospitality.
Notable milestones include:
- Multiple AGC Safe Site Awards (1997–2017) for notable projects such as Tahiti Village, Canyon Ridge Christian Church, Sierra Vista High School, College of Southern Nevada facilities, Windmill Library & Service Center, Boca Raton Luxury Condominiums, and CCSD East Career & Technical Academy.
- Southwest Contractor – Safest Contractor (2006), recognizing company‑wide dedication to safety excellence.
- AGC – Safest Contractor of the Year (2014) honoring Martin‑Harris’ leadership and performance in jobsite safety.
- NCA Contractor of the Year – Safest General Contractor of the Year (2020), honoring Martin‑Harris’ leadership and performance in jobsite safety.
These recognitions span more than two decades and reinforce what our associates already know: safety is part of who we are.
Beyond Compliance: Supporting the Whole Associate
True safety goes beyond PPE and procedures. The Safety Department also emphasizes overall well‑being, recognizing that physical safety, mental focus, and personal health are closely connected.
By promoting awareness around fatigue, stress, hydration, ergonomics, and mental health, our teams strive to create jobsites where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their best work safely.
Looking Ahead
As Martin‑Harris continues to grow, our Safety Department remains focused on continuous improvement, adapting to new challenges, evolving best practices, and advancing technology while staying true to our core values.
Every safe choice, every conversation, and every award earned is the result of associates who care deeply about one another and the work we do. We are proud of our safety legacy and even more proud of the teams who live it every day.
At Martin‑Harris, safety isn’t just expected, it’s built into everything we do.
