Granite Construction Honored as a 2023 VETS Indexes 3-Star Employer

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Granite has been recognized as a 3-Star Employer in the 2023 VETS Indexes Employer Awards for its commitment to supporting veterans and the military-connected community.

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• Granite has a strong record of recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and military-connected employees.
• Granite has a formalized support system for service-connected employees through the formation of Supporting and Recognizing the Veteran Community (SRVC).
• Granite's Talent Acquisition team has implemented a veteran and transitioning military recruitment strategy with military-centric partnerships and initiatives.

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WATSONVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Granite (NYSE:GVA), has been recognized by VETS Indexes as a 3-Star Employer in the 2023 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes the organization’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community.

“Granite has demonstrated a commitment to recruiting veteran and military-connected employees, and then helping them grow and develop into leaders,” said George Altman, managing director of VETS Indexes.

“Granite is proud of its strong record of helping veterans find success with our organization,” said Tim Gruber, SVP Human Resources. “We recognize the great values and skills military-connected individuals bring to Granite and work hard to bring them into our organization to further their career growth and opportunities. We’re excited about this recognition and look forward to continuing to build on these programs and initiatives.”

In 2020, Granite formalized its support of service-connected employees through the formation of Supporting and Recognizing the Veteran Community (SRVC), a military-focused employee resource group. Simultaneously, Granite’s Talent Acquisition team launched a veteran and transitioning military recruitment strategy that includes many military-centric partnerships and initiatives.

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, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Granite Contacts

Media

Erin Kuhlman 831-768-4111

Investors

Wenjun Xu - 831-761-7861

Source: Granite Construction

FAQ

What award did Granite receive?

Granite received the 3-Star Employer award in the 2023 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.

What is the purpose of Supporting and Recognizing the Veteran Community (SRVC)?

SRVC is a military-focused employee resource group that supports service-connected employees at Granite.

What recruitment strategy has Granite implemented for veterans and transitioning military personnel?

Granite's Talent Acquisition team has implemented a recruitment strategy that includes military-centric partnerships and initiatives.