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Employees rate ARCO a Family of Construction Companies 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 233 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

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Overall, 58% of employees would recommend working at ARCO a Family of Construction Companies to a friend. This is based on 233 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

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ARCO a Family of Construction Companies Snapshot

3.5

based on 232 ratings

58% would recommend to a friend

Jeff Cook

66% approve of CEO

39 OfficesLocations

Mission Make the construction process enjoyable and beneficial for our associates and customers.

- Treat people fairly and do the right thing.
- Understand our customers’ businesses and solve their problems.
- Be positive, upbeat and have fun.
- Create opportunities for individual, financial success based on merit.

Description Since 1992, ARCO has grown from a single office in St. Louis, Missouri, to an industry leader with 43 offices and over a thousand associates coast to coast. As the 4th largest design-build general contractor in the U.S., we have a national builder’s strength and presence with a small company’s culture.

Life at ARCO a Family of Construction Companies

Why work with us?

Join Our Family

The ARCO Way

Supers

Intern & Co-op

ARCO Has a Heart

We Are Only As Good As The People We Hire

BUILD WITH US

As a leader in the design-build industry, we know that the best work requires the best talent – that's why we are always looking for the best and brightest to join our team of experts. We hire from universities across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services. Our superintendents bring an average of 20 years of experience, and our project managers are degreed engineers. At ARCO, we know life is about more than just hard work; it’s also about having fun and being treated right. We want everyone to have a positive experience at ARCO and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported. That’s why we invest in month-long, paid sabbaticals with a $5,000 bonus to encourage travel, training programs, charitable match and paid volunteer leave, 100% company-funded retirement plans, and much more. We are a great place to work, and we are proud to win culture awards in cities across the country year after year.

Company updates

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At ARCO, safety is our top priority. We're proud to achieve an outstanding EMR rating of 0.51—the lowest in ARCO's nearly 33-year history—compared to the construction industry's average EMR of 1.0. From regular job site visits, safety stand-downs, and year-round training, our Safety team works tirelessly to ensure safe working environments nationwide. We don't just meet required safety standards—we exceed them, always striving to ensure that every associate returns home safely to their loved ones....Show more

At ARCO, safety is our top priority. We're proud to achieve an outstanding EMR rating of 0.51—the lowest in ARCO's nearly 33-year history—compared to the construction industry's average EMR of 1.0. From regular job site visits, safety stand-downs, and year-round training, our Safety team works tirelessly to ensure safe working environments nationwide. We don't just meet required safety standards—we exceed them, always striving to ensure that every associate returns home safely to their loved ones.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join us in fostering open dialogues to support mental and emotional well-being. With a suicide rate that is four times greater than the national average, the construction industry faces a higher risk. Normalizing conversations around mental health is essential. Throughout May, we're offering associates mental health first aid webinars, providing resources to support yourself and others, and giving on-site toolbox talks discussing the signs of a mental health crisis. Our goal isn't just May—it's creating lasting support systems for our associates year-round, personally and professionally....Show more

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join us in fostering open dialogues to support mental and emotional well-being. With a suicide rate that is four times greater than the national average, the construction industry faces a higher risk. Normalizing conversations around mental health is essential. Throughout May, we're offering associates mental health first aid webinars, providing resources to support yourself and others, and giving on-site toolbox talks discussing the signs of a mental health crisis. Our goal isn't just May—it's creating lasting support systems for our associates year-round, personally and professionally.

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ARCO has once again been named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine! This is the fourth consecutive year ARCO has made the Inc. 5,000 list as we continue to see tremendous growth thanks to the talent of our associates and their dedication to providing the very best design-build solutions and customer experience. We look forward to continuing to climb the list in the years ahead!...Show more

ARCO has once again been named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine! This is the fourth consecutive year ARCO has made the Inc. 5,000 list as we continue to see tremendous growth thanks to the talent of our associates and their dedication to providing the very best design-build solutions and customer experience. We look forward to continuing to climb the list in the years ahead!

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ARCO has moved up Engineering News-Record's Top 100 Design-Build Firms list, earning 3rd, up from 5th last year! This ranking reflects our proven design-build process and industry-leading expertise. Our clients are at the forefront of everything we do, and our success is driven by our talented associates, who go above and beyond to ensure client satisfaction and earn raving fans. By consistently exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional results, we have built a reputation as a trusted partner in the construction industry nationwide....Show more

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ARCO a Family of Construction Companies awards & accolades

Best Places to Work, St. Louis Business Journal, 2021
ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms #7, Engineering News-Record, 2021
ENR Sourcebook #1 Distribution and Warehouse, Engineering News Record, 2021
Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies, Inc. 5000, 2021
Top 140 Contractors List #27, Building Design + Construction, 2021

Pledges & certifications

Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
Pledge to thrive
Taking steps to prioritize employee well-being
First job programs
Maintain entry-level hiring and career development programs to give people career starts
Diversity commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce
Pay equality pledge
Committed to paying equitably for equal work & experience

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Employee reviews at ARCO a Family of Construction Companies

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 232 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ARCO a Family of Construction Companies employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.6 stars).

Ratings by category

4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Culture & values

3.2

Senior management

3.1

Diversity & inclusion

2.8

Work/Life balance

Employee reviews

Anonymous employeeCurrent employee

5.0

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