Walbridge has been named a recipient of the 2026 Best Places to Work for Women Award, presented by Best Companies Group in partnership with BridgeTower Media. In its first year receiving this recognition, Walbridge joins organizations across the United States acknowledged for their efforts to improve workplace experiences for women.
As a construction company operating in an industry where women continue to build careers across a range of roles, Walbridge is committed to fostering a workplace where women can advance professionally and have opportunities to contribute and succeed. This recognition highlights the importance of a workplace culture that values mentorship and gives team members the support they need to develop their careers.
The Best Places to Work for Women program uses employee feedback and comparative data to evaluate participating organizations, with a focus on women’s workplace experiences. The evaluation considers how organizations support women’s growth and advancement, with an emphasis on equity, opportunity, and retention. Winners are selected based on this analysis, recognizing employers that demonstrate a commitment to helping women thrive.
“This recognition reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where women are supported, respected and empowered to grow their careers,” said Chris Collins, Vice President of Human Resources at Walbridge. “It also speaks to the culture our team members build every day by sharing knowledge, mentoring one another and helping each other grow professionally.”
About Best Companies Group
Since 2004, Best Companies Group has been dedicated to identifying and celebrating top workplaces. The organization evaluates companies using research-based methodologies and employee engagement surveys, providing insights to help employers improve employee experience, engagement, productivity and retention. For more information, visit bestcompaniesgroup.com
About Walbridge
Walbridge is one of America’s largest privately held construction companies, founded in Detroit in 1916. The company offers construction management, construction services, design build, equipment installation, engineering, and real estate services for customers in manufacturing, hyperscale data centers, automotive, defense, higher education, health care, and government. Walbridge employs more than 1,500 professionals in North America. Visit www.walbridge.com or connect with us on LinkedIn to learn more.