Construction industry quality credentials provide project owners with an additional way to assess contractors' safety practices, workforce development and corporate responsibility. Wolgast Corporation has earned renewed national recognition from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), securing its Accredited Quality Contractor credential for 2026.
Based in Saginaw, Michigan, Wolgast was named an Accredited Quality Contractor for its documented commitments to quality, health and safety performance, talent management, craft and management education, and community relations.
ABC's AQC programme, established more than three decades ago, recognises merit shop contractors that demonstrate performance and accountability across these areas. The credential is renewed annually, requiring participating companies to maintain their commitments.
ABC reported that 832 contractors nationwide earned the credential in 2025, placing recipients among a select group of construction businesses recognised for their corporate responsibility practices.
AQC recipients must achieve Gold, Platinum or Diamond status through ABC's STEP Health and Safety Management System. Established in 1989, STEP provides contractors and suppliers with a framework to assess safety performance, measure results and benchmark against industry peers.
The accreditation also includes commitments to employee skills development, safe working practices, quality construction services and community involvement.
Wolgast President and CEO Brian Stadler said the recognition reflects the contributions of the company's employee-owners and their focus on quality, safety and community engagement.
For construction owners and project partners, credentials such as AQC offer an additional reference point when evaluating contractors' safety management, workforce practices and commitment to quality. Wolgast's renewed accreditation highlights the importance of maintaining these standards through ongoing performance and annual review.
Founded in 1948, Wolgast provides design-build, general construction, construction management, architectural and engineering, real estate development, and insurance restoration services across Michigan.
Source: Wolgast Corporation.
