Thompson Engineering Honored With National Safety Excellence Award

MOBILE, Ala. — Thompson Engineering has once again demonstrated industry-leading performance in jobsite safety, receiving a 2024 National Safety Excellence Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). This distinction, awarded during ABC’s annual convention, affirms Thompson’s continued role as a national leader in workplace safety standards and culture.

The National Safety Excellence Award is given to contractors who exhibit exceptional commitment to safety practices. Recipients were chosen based on a comprehensive review of 2023 safety data, including total recordable incident rates, lost workday case rates, use of proactive leading indicators, program innovations and a rigorous interview process with ABC’s National Health and Safety Committee. With fewer than 50 companies selected nationwide, this award places Thompson Engineering among an elite group of safety-first organizations.

“Thompson Engineering exhibits an unrelenting commitment to jobsite safety, and that should be celebrated and honored,” said David Pugh, 2025 chair of the ABC national board of directors and partner at Bradley, a legal firm in Birmingham. “The leadership and employees at Thompson Engineering make a choice every day to create a culture that refuses to compromise on safety, relentlessly ensuring every employee leaves the jobsite in the same or better condition every day.”

This award marks yet another chapter in Thompson Engineering’s growing portfolio of safety recognition. The company has been consistently recognized as a top safety performer, ranking among ABC’s Top Performers, which evaluates members across criteria such as safety, quality, diversity, project success and community involvement. According to ABC’s 2025 Top Performers Report, companies like Thompson are not only reducing incidents, but they are also improving project outcomes and financial performance as a result of robust safety management.

Safety is a core value at Thompson Engineering. The company empowers employees to conduct risk assessments, identify and control hazards, and stop work if safety is compromised. This proactive approach is supported by a behavioral-based program and ongoing training, ensuring that safety is integrated into every aspect of its operations.

With services spanning Engineering, Environmental, Drilling & Testing, Construction, and Buildings & Environments – Thompson applies this safety-first approach across all project types and locations. As the firm expands its footprint in Texas, Louisiana and the broader Southeast, these values remain integral to its operations.

The ABC award and Top Performer designation are not just badges of honor. They reflect a deeper commitment to protecting lives, exceeding expectations and leading by example. For Thompson Engineering, safety is not just a goal; it is the foundation on which every success is built.