Global Construction Jobs in Usa

Company Description

DM Stanek Corporation is a licensed commercial general contractor based in Southern Nevada, specializing in a wide range of projects including healthcare facilities, medical offices, mission-critical spaces, high-end offices, retail centers, restaurants, and hotels. The company has expertise in both interior and ground-up construction, with a focus on delivering quality work in complex environments. Services offered include pre-construction, construction management, design/build projects, and hard bid projects. DM Stanek Corporation is committed to delivering excellence to clients with precision and professionalism.

Role Description

The Project Manager role is a full-time position based on-site in Las Vegas, NV. The role entails managing all aspects of construction projects, including planning, scheduling, executing, monitoring, and closing projects within scope, schedule, and budget. The Project Manager will oversee project teams, coordinate with vendors and stakeholders, ensure quality standards, and handle logistics. Additional responsibilities include expediting construction activities, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Management, with skills in planning, execution, and team management.
• Proficiency in Expediting and Logistics Management to ensure smooth coordination of materials, resources, and schedules.
• Strong ability to conduct thorough Inspections and oversee project quality and compliance with safety regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, Sociology or a related field is preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Familiarity with healthcare, restaurant and commercial construction projects is advantageous.

Qualifications & Skills

• Osha 30
• Procore
• Microsoft Word & Excell
• Oracle Primavera P6 Construction Scheduling

About the company:

DM Stanek Corporation is an established commercial general contractor building tenant improvements and ground up construction projects in Southern Nevada since 2014. Our clients include many of the area’s leading healthcare facilities, doctors, radiology groups, universities, airports, restaurants, industrial businesses, and financial institutions.

In addition to a casual atmosphere and a great company culture, we thrive on building and maintaining relationships with our clients and vendors, going the extra mile to serve our clients’ needs through with Integrity, Knowledge, and Resourcefulness.

We offer a competitive benefit package including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Bonuses
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Job Description:

The Construction Account Executive is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships, generating new business opportunities, and driving revenue growth within the construction market. This role serves as a key liaison between clients, estimators, project managers, and internal teams—ensuring a smooth transition from pursuit through project award.

The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, understands the construction sales cycle, and is comfortable working with general contractors, owners, developers, and design partners.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and manage relationships with general contractors, owners, developers, and other industry partners
• Identify, pursue, and secure new construction projects aligned with company capabilities
• Manage assigned accounts and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the preconstruction phase
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to support bids, proposals, and pricing strategies
• Track leads, opportunities, and pipeline activity using CRM tools
• Attend networking events, industry meetings, and client presentations
• Support contract negotiations and assist with closing deals
• Ensure smooth handoff of awarded projects to project management and operations teams
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and upcoming opportunities
• Meet or exceed assigned sales and revenue targets

Qualifications and Education:

• 3–7+ years of sales, business development, or account management experience in the construction industry
• Strong understanding of the construction sales cycle, bidding process, and preconstruction workflow
• Proven ability to build long-term client relationships
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Comfortable reading basic construction documents (plans, specs, scopes of work)
• Proficient in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and/or Google Workspace
• Background in mechanical, electrical, or specialty construction trades
• Experience working with union and non-union environments
• Existing network within the local construction market

What We Offer:

• Holaday-Parks, Inc., offers an excellent salary and benefits package—paying 100% of medical/vision/dental, and prescription premiums for employees.

Salary Range:

• $100,000-$150,000

If interested in applying, please submit your cover letter and resume to

Holaday-Parks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including protected veterans and people with disabilities.

ABOUT US

Lake Washington Partners is driven by a mission to build one of the US’s great real estate portfolios. Co-founded by brothers Jordan and Jeremy Lott in 2006, our portfolio spans 11.6M square feet and 49 buildings across 10 states including urban and suburban office buildings, diverse industrial properties, and multi-family apartments under our Refound Residential brand. Each of our properties is a testament to our commitment to quality, efficiency, and long-term success.

We are a private, family-owned company guided by respect, honesty, integrity, collaboration, and longevity. These core values guide every decision we make and relationship we build. We believe greatness comes from the right blend of financial success, operational excellence, and social responsibility because our actions impact not just our investors and employees, but the broader community around us. That’s why we drive to be not only good at what we do, but good for those we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for supporting and advancing construction projects throughout all phases of planning, design, bidding, construction and closeout. This position exercises independent judgment, analytical thinking and proactive problem solving to ensure projects remain aligned with scope, schedule and budget objectives.

The Associate Project Manager partners closely with Project Managers and Project Administrator while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities, demonstrating initiative, strong organizational capacity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning & Design Support

·        Coordinate preparation of internal project documentation in support of Construction Management and Project Management teams.

·        Assist in defining scope, budget, and schedule for assigned projects.

·        Support the design and permitting process, including drawing review, permit application preparation, and value engineering.

·        Apply construction divisions and category codes to budgets and bid packages as applicable.

Bidding, Documentation & Project Controls

·        Prepare bid comparisons, accurately summarizing project scope and comparative costs to past projects.

·        Oversee organization and tracking of project components, including submittals, RFIs, bid packages, project schedules, and change orders.

·        Partner with the Project Administrator to review and process required paperwork and documentation from contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, including contracts, certificates of insurance, proposals, and lien releases.

Financial Administration, Closeout & Compliance

·        Partner with the Project Administrator to process invoices and payment applications for review and approval.

·        Monitor billing accuracy, contract reconciliation, and compliance with lien waiver requirements.

·        Support and help facilitate the project closeout process, ensuring projects are closed out in a timely and comprehensive manner.

·        Support the needs and requirements of the Company and adhere to established project management methods, procedures, and quality objectives.

Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES

·        Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

·        Ability to exercise sound judgment and make informed recommendations.

·        Computer knowledge and proficiency, including MS Office. 

·        Knowledge of Microsoft Project preferred.

·        Knowledge of Yardi Construction Module and Yardi PayScan preferred.

·        Demonstrate the flexibility to handle frequent schedule, priority &/or process changes.

·        Offers exceptional customer service to internal and external customers and vendors.

·        Ability to exemplify company values in all aspects of job performance.

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate questions and requirements clearly; directing the project remotely as needed.

·        Detail oriented; demonstrating the ability to multi-task and appropriately manage time and workload.

·        Asks pertinent questions, solves problems and is able to find the best solution.

·        Must maintain an excellent attendance and punctuality record. Must be available to back up team members and work a flexible schedule as needed.

·        Ability to keep a positive, supportive attitude towards the Company, job, customers, and co-workers.

·        Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and work both independently as well as with a team.

·        Ability to travel to LKWP properties and job sites locally and/or domestically on occasion.

EDUCATION &/OR EXPERIENCE

·        Associate’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or equivalent combination of education and construction industry experience. 

·        Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

·        2-3 years of experience supporting construction projects in engineer or other support role. 

·        Knowledge of construction details and drawings as well as building operations and systems.

·        Proficient computer software skills, including typing and data entry skills.

Position: Associate Project Manager

Reports to: PMO Manager

Department: Construction Project Management

Position Location: Bellevue, WA

Salary Range: $80,170 - $100,000, depending on experience.

Bonus: Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits:

·        Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

·        Financial protection through short/long-term disability, life, AD&D insurance

·        401(k) plan with company match of $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle

·        A paid time off program and paid holidays

·        Paid parental leave

• Applicants must successfully pass a drug test and background check, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable state and local laws. 

About PSI

Over the past 20 years, PSI has grown from a small carpentry business to a national construction company exceeding $400M in annual revenue. PSI focuses on Commercial, Retail, Grocery, Federal, and Design Build Construction across the United States. We offer our employees competitive base salaries, bonuses, benefits, 401k match programs, and paid time off (PTO).

Position Overview

Place Services, Inc. has an immediate need for a Preconstruction Manager in our Retail Division to lead our retail estimating efforts our of our HQ in Canton, GA.

The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing the estimating strategy for retail construction projects while leading, mentoring, and developing the estimating team.

This role partners closely with executive leadership, operations, and business development to ensure competitive, accurate, and profitable bids.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all estimating activities for the Retail Division, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and competitiveness across all bids
• Develop and execute estimating strategies aligned with company goals, market conditions, and client expectations
• Oversee the solicitation of subcontractor and supplier pricing and maintain strong, long-term trade partner relationships
• Review and approve quantity takeoffs, pricing, assumptions, and final bid proposals prior to submission
• Prepare and/or oversee conceptual estimates and budgets based on limited or schematic-level information
• Review general conditions, schedules, scopes of work, logistics plans, phasing plans, and other project exhibits
• Analyze subcontractor bids, scope coverage, qualifications, and risk to ensure complete and accurate comparisons
• Identify value engineering opportunities, alternate means and methods, and cost-saving strategies
• Track, analyze, and communicate construction cost trends, labor availability, and material pricing impacts
• Collaborate with Operations and Project Management during project handoff to ensure a smooth transition from estimate to execution
• Mentor, train, and develop estimators, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement within the team

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of retail construction, including ground-up, tenant build-out, and remodel projects
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture or Business
• 8+ years of estimating experience within the retail construction industry, including leadership or management responsibilities
• Proven experience estimating projects typically ranging from $500K to $20M+ in revenue
• Strong proficiency in estimating software and electronic takeoff tools such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Procore, OST, etc.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes, general conditions, and risk allocation
• Demonstrated ability to resolve scope gaps, contract issues, and pricing discrepancies
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage executives, field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and owners
• Willingness to attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and client presentations as needed (travel may be required)

As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Construction Sales & Preconstruction Estimator

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Construction Sales & Preconstruction Estimator to drive business development efforts while leading the preconstruction process from concept through project kickoff. This role is ideal for someone with strong construction knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build lasting client relationships.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience across multiple construction disciplines, including concrete, masonry, structural steel, carpentry, post-frame construction, and related trades
• Proven ability to negotiate and successfully close sales
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• General computer proficiency and ability to manage digital documentation
• Ability to build, develop, and maintain long-term professional relationships
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously and maintain accurate historical data
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and achieve performance goals
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to meetings and job sites as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Actively network to develop and expand a new client base
• Attend social networking, public relations, and industry events
• Represent the company at trade shows and job fairs
• Present and sell company construction services to prospective and existing clients
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and provide progress updates
• Demonstrate professionalism and exceptional customer service to past, current, and future clients
• Attend and conduct site walkthroughs with clients and subcontractors
• Solicit, evaluate, and prequalify subcontractors, including identifying new trade partners
• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed cost estimates, and final project pricing
• Prepare and write design-build proposals and detailed scopes of work for all subcontracting trades
• Lead and coordinate the full preconstruction process, including:
• Scheduling and project sequencing
• Budget development and cost control
• Preconstruction meetings and stakeholder coordination
• Collaboration with architects and designers
• Constructability reviews
• Scope identification and bid package development
• Permitting coordination
• Subcontractor qualification and selection
• Attend project meetings and serve as a liaison between owners, designers, subcontractors, and the construction team
• Ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the preconstruction and early construction phases
• teams.

Company Description

AEC Services, Inc., founded in November 1996, is a full-service design/build company specializing in delivering high-quality projects at competitive pricing. Operating throughout the Southeastern United States, we provide expertise in Design-Build, Engineering, and Construction services. Our experienced management team is dedicated to optimizing processes, reducing costs, and increasing efficiency. Over the years, we have successfully completed numerous complex projects, consistently meeting our clients' objectives with professionalism and excellence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Tampa, FL, for a Construction Manager specializing in fuel experience and “C” store projects. The Construction Manager will oversee and coordinate construction projects, including managing budgets, supervising teams, ensuring adherence to construction safety regulations, and monitoring project timelines. The selected candidate will also collaborate with stakeholders and ensure efficient project execution from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Strong Supervisory Skills, with the ability to lead teams effectively and communicate clearly with all project stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Budgeting to manage project costs, minimize expenses, and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Thorough understanding of Construction Safety practices and the ability to enforce safety standards at all times.
• Demonstrated expertise in Construction and Project Control to handle planning, scheduling, and monitoring of projects efficiently.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with fuel-related or convenience store construction projects is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations is an advantage.

Job Title: Traveling Construction Safety Manager

Location: United States

Salary: $120,000-$150,000 + Travel Paid & Benefits

Skills: Construction Safety Management, OSHA 30 Certification, Incident Investigation, Program Leadership, Training Facilitation

About the Construction Company / The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leader in the construction industry as a travel-based Safety Manager. You will empower project teams across multiple job sites, actively cultivating a culture of safety and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards. You’ll have the chance to develop and implement best-in-class safety programs, provide hands-on leadership, and directly impact workers’ well-being while advancing your career in a highly visible role overseeing large-scale projects nationwide.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve construction safety programs and site-specific safety plans.
• Translate corporate safety standards into practical field practices, compliance checkpoints, and KPIs.
• Identify trends and proactively drive initiatives to eliminate incidents, including near-miss and hazard reporting programs.
• Oversee new-hire and jobsite orientations; ensure correct documentation and access control.
• Plan and facilitate OSHA-compliant safety training aligned with project phases and risks.
• Prequalify subcontractors and review their safety programs, requiring designated safety representatives on each project.
• Lead daily and weekly jobsite inspections, assign corrective actions, and verify close-out of findings.
• Direct incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and report generation, maintaining all regulatory safety records.
• Coordinate emergency drills, equipment inspections, and fire prevention procedures with the onsite team.
• Coach and develop Safety Engineers and Coordinators through feedback and professional development plans.

Must-Have Skills:

• B.S. in Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of construction safety experience including lead or supervisory roles on active job sites.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification (required).
• Proven leadership, ability to influence without authority, and clear written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common construction management software platforms.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer Certification.
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) credentials.
• Bilingual Spanish language skills and cross-cultural communication abilities.
• Experience coordinating emergency preparedness, fire prevention, and response resources.
• Background in managing multi-site construction safety programs and vendor selection for safety resources.

Assistant Superintendent - Multifamily Construction - NYC

Location: New York, NY

Overview

Our client, a premier NYC based General Contractor, is seeking an Assistant Superintendent due to their growing backlog. This individual will support on-site construction leadership across commercial projects, playing a key role in field coordination, documentation, and schedule management. This position offers strong mentorship and a clear path toward leading projects independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Superintendent with daily field operations and site coordination
• Participate in site walkthroughs to confirm scope alignment with drawings and specifications
• Assist in maintaining and updating construction schedules
• Monitor field progress and verify work meets contract documents and quality standards
• Coordinate communication between ownership, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project staff
• Manage construction documentation including logs, reports, and photo documentation
• Review and track submittals through the approval process
• Draft and track Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Attend and contribute to project meetings with clients, consultants, and trade partners
• Help ensure jobsite safety, cleanliness, and compliance standards are upheld

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to interpret and navigate architectural and construction drawings
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Professional demeanor with the ability to collaborate effectively across all project stakeholders
• Self-starter who can work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Solid problem-solving skills and proactive mindset
• Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore preferred
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Prior field experience within commercial construction environments is advantageous

This opportunity is ideal for a motivated construction professional looking to advance into a Superintendent-level role within a well-established and growing organization.

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

Construction Manager – Co-location

Location: Denver or Dallas

About the Role

Crusoe is expanding hyperscale AI data center cloud infrastructure across the U.S. and internationally through strategic co-location partnerships. As our capacity continues to scale, we need experienced construction leaders who can represent Crusoe’s interests across multiple third-party development partners.

As a Construction Manager – Co-location, you will serve as an Owner’s Representative overseeing co-location construction partners. Rather than managing a single job site, you will act as Crusoe’s on-the-ground authority — ensuring our partners deliver on schedule, quality, and contractual commitments.

This role requires a proactive, experienced construction professional who can “bird dog” complex builds, identify schedule risk early, and step in when projects require leadership and accountability.

This position’s travel requirements will vary, and at times require 50% travel.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Serve as Crusoe’s Owner’s Representative across multiple co-location data center construction projects
• Monitor and enforce schedule adherence, identifying risks and mitigating delays
• Hold general co-location owners and contractors accountable for performance, sequencing, and execution
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, quality, and schedule alignment
• Provide executive-level reporting on risk, milestones, and partner performance
• Coordinate closely with internal real estate, operations, engineering, cloud deployment, and leadership teams
• Step into underperforming projects to realign contractors and reduce schedule drag
• Support expansion efforts by evaluating new co-location builds and readiness

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• 7+ years of construction management experience
• Strong background working for a General Contractor (GC) preferred
• Experience overseeing large-scale commercial or industrial builds
• Ability to identify schedule gaps, construction sequencing issues, and execution risk
• Strong presence and ability to lead with authority in high-stakes environments
• Experience interfacing directly with executive stakeholders and external partners
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50%

Bonus Points

• Data center or mission-critical construction experience
• Hyperscaler environment experience
• Experience managing or influencing $100M+ project scopes
• Experience stepping into distressed or delayed projects

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $135,000 - $170,000 + Bonus.

Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation will be determined by experience, education, abilities, and internal equity.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

As a Project Manager II with Graycor Construction Company, you will have the authority to drive successful project results, moving your projects from preconstruction through final closeout in the safest manner possible while maintaining the highest quality standards.

AS A PROJECT MANAGER II, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Ensure all safety compliance and quality programs are being executed on the project site. Safety is one of our core values.
• Actively participate in bidding and pre-construction services.
• Represent Graycor as the client’s primary contact. Openly and confidently communicate with all other parties involved with the project, establishing trust and rapport with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Manage the performance of the professional support personnel on the project site. This typically includes a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager, Field Superintendents, and administrative staff.
• Maintain strict control over the budget and keep project on schedule, ensuring ongoing profitability.
• Execute subcontracts and purchase orders, and approve subcontractor invoices and change requests. Negotiate contract changes with the client. Complete close-out requirements for projects and collect final payment.
• Mentor and train Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers to ensure their ongoing career growth and development.
• Implement new ideas. Be an active member and leader within the Graycor Construction Company, actively participating in committees, make recommendations for new initiatives, and embrace new policies related to Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement Programs, Lean Construction, and Zero Punch Lists.

TO BE A SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant construction operations experience, with experience managing distribution center and/or light industrial manufacturing construction projects.
• A bachelor degree, preferably in construction management, engineering or a related field.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%.
• The desire to succeed. Our best Project Managers are strong leaders—self-starters who drive excellence and meet high standards.
• Effective communication skills to motivate your team, delegate tasks, and present proposals to clients with competence and confidence.
• The fortitude to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Multi-tasking with a sense of urgency while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial.
• Ability to construct a critical path project schedule using scheduling software. We use Primavera v6.

WHY JOIN OUR GROWING, DYNAMIC TEAM?

Building Your Future is How We Build Ours. At Graycor, we seek out those with the highest potential and provide an empowering environment with tools that allow you to take ownership in your career development.

Stability Means Staying Ahead of the Curve. Graycor is committed to continuous improvement and reinvesting in evolving technologies. To ensure stability, we have a diversified project portfolio in a broad range of niche markets nationwide.

We Are Family. This is why we have an intense commitment to Safety. We want to make sure that every member of our Graycor family goes home each day to theirs. Our family-owned company also sponsors wellness and charitable events, casual employee get-togethers, lunch and learns, and other fun social events.

Our Greatest Asset? Our Name. Reputation is grown over time. Our dedication to our people and building trust has enabled us to cultivate long-term relationships with each other, our clients, and our partners.

Join the Graycor Family of Companies.

We’re Building Something More.

ABOUT THE GRAYCOR FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Established in 1921, the Graycor Companies provide General Contracting and Construction Management services to a wide variety of industrial and commercial construction markets across the US, Canada and Mexico. As a top ranking industry leader, Graycor commits to safe working environments, demands excellence and rewards passion.

As a diversified leader, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

For more information, visit our website at Graycor family of companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer