-

Granite Facilities Selected for NSSGA Awards of Excellence and Companywide Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award

WATSONVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) is proud to announce that the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has recognized Granite with the Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award in Silver, and a total of 10 Awards of Excellence in the categories of Community Relations and Environmental Excellence. This esteemed recognition was conferred during the NSSGA Legislative & Policy Forum, held in Washington DC on September 17, 2025.

“It is with great honor that Granite accepts The Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award, which is a testament to the steadfast commitment of NSSGA member companies who prioritize the safety and well-being of their employees,” said Granite Senior Vice of Construction Materials, Brad Estes. “These awards acknowledge member companies with the lowest total accident incidence rate for the previous year within their respective size categories.”

Granite’s Highway 175 Facility, Felton Quarry & AC Facility, and Handley Ranch Quarry were honored with the Bronze Community Relations Excellence Award, recognizing their outstanding commitment to community engagement and initiatives that positively shape public perception of both the aggregates industry and their individual operations.

The Environmental Excellence Award nationally recognizes operations that actively demonstrate a commitment to the exemplary use of environmental controls and systems. This prestigious award was achieved by the Solari Facility in both Gold and Platinum, and in Silver by the Big Rock Aggregates Plant, the Santa Barbara Construction & Demolition Facility, and the Felton Quarry & AC Facility.

“We prioritize safety at every level of our organization and recognize the importance of collaborating with our stakeholders to drive safety performance and meet the goals of sustainable development,” said Granite President and Chief Executive Officer, Kyle Larkin.

Each of these awards serves as a testament to Granite’s commitment to dependable governance, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.

Full Awards List:

Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award

Silver, Large

Granite (companywide)


Facility – Environmental Excellence

Platinum

Solari Facility – Arvin, CA


Gold

Solari Facility – Arvin, CA


Silver

Big Rock Aggregates Plant – Llano, CA

Santa Barbara Construction & Demolition Facility – Santa Barbara, CA

Felton Quarry & AC Facility – Felton, CA


Bronze

Handley Ranch Quarry – Gonzales, CA

Highway 175 Facility – Lakeport, CA


Facility – Community Relations Excellence

Bronze

Highway 175 Facility – Lakeport, CA

Felton Quarry & AC Facility – Felton, CA

Handley Ranch Quarry – Gonzales, CA


About Granite

Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since 1922, Granite (NYSE:GVA) is one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States as well as a full-suite civil construction provider. Granite’s Code of Conduct and strong Core Values guide the Company and its employees to uphold the highest ethical standards. Granite is an industry leader in safety and an award-winning firm in quality and sustainability. For more information, visit the Granite website, graniteconstruction.com, and connect with Granite on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram.

Contacts

Granite Contacts
Media
Erin Kuhlman 831-768-4111

Investors
Wenjun Xu - 831-761-7861

Granite

NYSE:GVA

Release Versions

Contacts

Granite Contacts
Media
Erin Kuhlman 831-768-4111

Investors
Wenjun Xu - 831-761-7861

More News From Granite

Granite Earns Handshake Early Talent Award for Sixth Consecutive Year

WATSONVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been named a Handshake Early Talent Award recipient for the sixth consecutive year, reaffirming the company’s commitment to attracting, developing, and retaining early career talent. The Handshake Early Talent Award recognizes employers that consistently engage students and recent graduates through meaningful career opportunities, inclusive hiring practices, and long-term professional development. Granite’s early career programs provi...

Granite Awarded Preconstruction Services Agreement for Progressive Design-Build Project on I-80 East in Nevada

WATSONVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) today announced that the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has selected the company to deliver preconstruction services for the future Interstate 80 (I-80) East Widening Project along the 13-mile corridor between Vista Boulevard and USA Parkway in Washoe County. The approximately $19 million preconstruction services agreement represents a major milestone toward the delivery of the anticipated $475 million construction phase, fund...

Granite Declares Quarterly Dividend

WATSONVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per common share. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2026, to all shareholders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2026. About Granite Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since 1922, Granite (NYSE:GVA) is one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States as wel...
Back to Newsroom