2026 Impact Report
Putting People First
As an employee-owned company, we’ve spent more than a century building an environment where trust, safety, and respect guide how we work together. Our success has always been driven by our people, and our commitment to putting them first shapes our culture and our work.
In practice, a people-first culture means creating spaces where every employee-owner feels valued, supported, and set up for success. On our jobsites and in our offices, teams prioritize safety, open communication, and collaboration. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, speak up, and support one another, helping to build a culture where diverse perspectives strengthen our work.
Our corporate headquarters is WELL certified, reflecting our focus on creating healthy, high-performing environments. Across the company, we provide resources that support physical, mental, and emotional health, including our Well-Being program, Well-Being Week, and confidential mental health support through Lyra Health.
We also invest time and resources to foster connection and belonging through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), providing opportunities for employees to build community and shape our future.
Ongoing employee engagement and feedback initiatives create a culture of continuous improvement and help us better support our people.
Together, these efforts reflect a simple belief: when we invest in our people, they make a lasting impact for our clients, partners, and communities.
Our people are the foundation of everything we do, and we are committed to retaining our strong, people-first culture supported by programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent.
That commitment starts early and continues throughout every career stage.
As the industry workforce gap expands, our Building the Future workforce readiness program introduces K-12 students nationwide to the many career pathways in construction — both on and off jobsites.
We continue the investment through our Early Career and Internship Program, where participants gain hands-on project and field experience from day one.
Providing robust learning and development opportunities for employees enables continued growth.
Investing in technical skill development is crucial in supporting career advancement, bridging the skills gap, and adapting to industry-wide technological changes. Through flexible training like in-person workshops plus short-form and web-based trainings, and our Career Hub — an employee intranet space that helps employees explore career paths, build skills, and maximize their impact at JE Dunn — we invest in individual growth while strengthening the company from within.
“I’ve had a number of great mentors and managers throughout my career and have benefited from the confidence gained when people believe in you before you even believe in yourself.”
“I’ve worked in seven states within my 36 years at JE Dunn and I’ve learned that our JE Dunn reputation needs to be earned, not assumed in the newer markets we’re working. We are on a collective journey, and I know we will all go through difficult challenges, but what keeps me motivated is knowing we will always get through it together.”
“Finally getting into the industry has shown me the connection between my education and a career. It’s eye opening to say the least.”
“I’m working on a very exciting and fast-paced project. I have gotten to experience a lot of work I haven’t been involved with before. The team has done a good job assigning me tasks that are helping me develop the important fundamentals to be a great asset for the remainder of the project.”
The construction industry is currently facing two major workforce challenges: attracting new talent and meeting the growing demand for skilled trade labor. To address these concerns, JE Dunn established the Workforce Development (WFD) team in 2025, strengthening the company’s capacity to build a workforce that is vital for meeting industry labor needs. The WFD team not only ensures the fulfillment of client workforce requirements but also leads the way while advancing strategies that expand access to career opportunities and reduce barriers to entry for individuals across the local workforce.
By forming strategic partnerships, WFD actively develops a strong pipeline of skilled trades talent, which contributes to improved project outcomes and lasting positive impacts in the communities where we operate. These initiatives strengthen our clients’ confidence in project delivery, promote economic growth, and reinforce JE Dunn’s reputation as an industry leader in workforce innovation and social responsibility.
Working in close partnership with JE Dunn’s Belonging & Marketplace Engagement team, WFD collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders. This collaborative approach ensures the alignment of workforce efforts with broader company goals, builds meaningful relationships across the industry, and creates a more inclusive environment for all. These efforts drive a culture of belonging and empower our employees and partners to thrive, further positioning JE Dunn as a trusted and forward-thinking industry partner.
We believe there is space for everyone at JE Dunn, and we are intentional about creating programs that bring together a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and connections.
Our four employee-led groups are guided by the perspectives and experiences of our people — including some of our Black, Hispanic and Latino, women, and veteran employees. These groups create opportunities for community engagement, and meaningful connection, while helping strengthen a culture where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
This year, we are proud to celebrate 10 years of Moment Connection, our women’s ERG with over 700 members.
