Recognizing Safety Excellence

Construction Safety Excellence Award submission is now open and closes on August 29, 2025. For questions about the AGC Construction Safety Excellence Awards Program, please contact Tresten Keys, safety and regulatory affairs manager, at KeysT@agc-ca.org.

Main Construction Safety Excellence Awards (CSEA)

The AGC of California Construction Safety Excellence Award honors contractors with exceptional safety programs across three divisions: Building, Heavy/Civil/Highway, and Specialty Contractor. Categories are based on total hours worked, and applicants will present live to a panel of judges. (APPLY)

Individual Safety Effort of a Project Superintendent

Recognizes the superintendents, whose job is not primarily safety-related, but have displayed efforts in safety, improvement in safety performance, and involved others in their commitment to safety on the job in the state of California. (APPLY)

Individual Safety Effort of a Frontline Foreman

Recognizes frontline foreman who shows outstanding commitment to safety through hands-on field leadership, hazard prevention, and promoting a strong safety culture. Eligible nominees must work in the field with direct oversight of craft workers and play a key role in enforcing safety practices. (APPLY)

Safety on a High Hazard Project

Recognizes projects considered high hazard. For example, projects with a multi-story structure over 36 feet, where work occurs in engineered trenches, or where significant danger of serious injury or death can occur. (APPLY)

Harry Eckstein 2026 Safety Professional of the Year Award

This prestigious award honors safety professionals who go above and beyond to improve workplace safety and advance the industry. The winner will be recognized at the AGC of California Installation & Awards Gala at the Fairmont San Francisco on January 30, 2026. The award highlights exceptional dedication, innovation, and leadership in safety. (APPLY)