Awards

2024 Annual AGC America Conference

Congratulations to the Blois team for once again being recognized nationally as having one of the best safety programs in its class! During the 22nd Annual AGC Construction Safety Excellence Awards, Blois was honored by receiving 2nd place. Thank you to our employees for all the hard work and dedication you put into safety.

2023 Harry Eckstein Safety Professional of the Year Award

Tod Decker, with Blois Construction since 1999, has served as Safety Manager since 2006. He oversees company-wide safety compliance, training, policies, and performance metrics. He leads accident investigations, chairs the EHS Committee, and promotes safety culture through internal planning and external partnerships, ensuring best practices at all job sites.

2023 Milestone Awards

Blois proudly honors team members for their years of service. Celebrating 35 years: Juan Landeros; 25 years: Dave Mirones and Vicente Ulloa; 20 years: Angel Castaneda, Joseph Francisco, Manuel Gonzales III, Cesar Hernandez, and Jared Streets; 10 years: Luis Hernandez. Thank you all for your dedication and commitment!

2022 1,000,000 Hours No Lost Time

We celebrated a major milestone—five years (1,000,000 hours) without a lost time injury—highlighting our strong safety culture. The event featured a BBQ, remarks from Jim Blois, and an impactful leadership session by Eric Anderton of the “Construction Genius” podcast. We look forward to continued success at Blois.

2022 Blois Wins 1st Place Safety Excellence Award

Blois is proud to have earned 1st place in the Heavy/Civil/Highway Division at the 32nd Annual Construction Safety Excellence Awards. This achievement is only possible thanks to our dedicated employees who make safety a top priority every day. Thank you for your efforts!

2021 Annual Safety Awards Dinner

Blois proudly recognized outstanding safety performance for 2021. Honorees included Eliseo Sanchez (Individual Award) and Guadalupe Perez (Honorable Mention). Top Crews recognized for their safety leadership were led by Carmen Ramirez, Cesar Hernandez, and Damon Espinoza. Each demonstrated exceptional commitment to safety innovation and best practices throughout the year.

2020 Blois Wins National Safety Excellence Award

We are proud to announce that Blois has once again been recognized nationally as having the best safety program in its class! After being named Best in Class for California, we advanced as one of just three finalists to present before a panel of judges in Las Vegas.At the 21st Annual AGC Construction Safety Excellence Awards, we earned 1st Place, a tremendous honor that reflects the outstanding commitment of every team member.

2020 Milestone Awards

Thank you for your outstanding years of dedication! Celebrating milestones with Blois: Ricardo Macias and Randy Tittlemier—35 years, Enrique Meza—30 years, and Gustavo Alvarado, Tod Decker, and Javier Ramirez—20 years. Your loyalty, hard work, and commitment have been vital to our success. Congratulations on these incredible achievements!

2020 Design-Build Professional

Congratulations to Jim Blois and Dave Mirones on earning the Designated Design-Build Professional™ (DBIA) certification, recognizing their extensive design-build experience and mastery of DBIA’s rigorous education and testing standards. This certification highlights their expertise in Design-Build Done Right™ principles and distinguishes them as leaders in the design-build industry.

2019 Stand Tall Safety Awards

Each year, we take time to recognize crews & individuals for our “Stand Tall” program. This year’s individuals were recognized for their ability to safely and successfully perform work on high-hazard projects. The 2019 winners are: Cesar Hernandez, R23 New “A” Street; Jose Castellanos, U24 Westchester Duct Bank; Carmen Ramirez, LAX Mid Field Project, and Augustine Valenzuela, Outstanding Safety Efforts. Thank you to your leadership and commitment to safety!

2018 Safety Awards

Our internal “Stand Tall” safety program honors individuals and crews for addressing hazards and promoting safety. Our 2018 winners were recognized for their efforts on high-hazard projects: First Place: Carmen Ramirez, Second Place: Javier Ramirez, Third Place: Juan Landeros, and Individual Safety Effort: Jose Alvarado.

2018 Constructor Award, AGC of California

Blois Construction was first runner-up for AGC of California’s 2018 Constructor Award.

2018 Contractor Achievement Award, AGC of California

Steve Blois presented his brother, Jim Blois, with the 2018 Contractor Achievement Award at the AGC California Conference.

2016 AGC of America “Excellence in Safety Awards”

As a result of the 1st place award in California, Blois was formally recognized for its safety practices at the Associated General Contractors of America’s Annual National Convention. We were awarded 1st place and recognized nationally with a Safety Excellence Award. President Jim Blois, Safety Manager Tod Decker, and Superintendent Jose Castellanos presented to a panel of top safety professionals from the US Navy, US Army, Intel, and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

2016 AGC of America Excellence in Safety Awards

After winning 1st place in California, Blois Construction was nationally recognized at the 2017 AGC Annual Convention in Las Vegas, earning 1st place in its category for Construction Safety Excellence. Presenters Jim Blois, Tod Decker, and Jose Castellanos shared Blois’ safety practices with a distinguished panel of safety experts.

2015 AGC of California “Excellence in Safety Awards”

We won first place in the 29th Annual AGC of California’s “Excellence in Safety Awards.” President Jim Blois, Safety Manager Tod Decker, and Operating Engineer Mike Frisk presented to a judging panel comprised of safety professionals throughout the industry.

2015 AGC of America’s “Excellence in Safety Awards”

Blois earned 2nd place in California and was nationally recognized at the 2016 AGC Annual Convention for safety. Director of Finance/Risk Management Dan Moore presented to a panel of top safety professionals from the US Navy, US Army, Intel, and the BSCP certification board.

2015 AGC of California “Excellence in Safety Awards”

We earned 1st place in the 29th Annual AGC of California’s “Excellence in Safety Awards.” Finalists presented to a panel of industry safety professionals, with Jim Blois, Tod Decker, and Mike Frisk representing the company.

2015 AGC of America’s “Excellence in Safety Awards”

As a result of earning 2nd place in California, we were nationally recognized at the 2016 AGC Annual Convention in San Antonio, Texas, receiving 2nd place in its category for the “Excellence in Safety Awards.” Director of Finance/Risk Management Dan Moore presented Blois’ safety practices to a panel of top industry professionals.

2014 AGC of California “Excellence in Safety Awards”

We earned 2nd place in the 28th Annual AGC of California’s “Excellence in Safety Awards.” Finalists presented to a panel of industry safety professionals, with Jim Blois, Dan Moore, and Tod Decker representing the company.

2014 AGC California Constructor

Blois was honored with a 2014 AGC California Constructor Award for its Santa Monica Low Flow Diversion Project. Congratulations on a job well done!

2014 AGC of California “Excellence in Safety Awards”

Blois won 2nd place in the 28th Annual AGC of California’s Excellence in Safety Awards after a three-step process, including a final presentation by Jim Blois, Dan Moore, and Tod Decker.

2014 AGC California Constructor

Blois received a 2014 AGC California Constructor Award for its Santa Monica Low Flow Diversion Project.

2012 Project Cost Management Roundup Award

Hard Dollar CEO Doug Nicholas awarded Blois the Maverick Buckle as the overall winner in the Infrastructure category. We were recognized for our significant business improvement through the adoption of effective project cost management practices.

2012 Project Cost Management Roundup Award

At the 2012 PCM Roundup in Scottsdale, Arizona, Hard Dollar CEO Doug Nicholas presented us with a Maverick Buckle as the overall winner in the Infrastructure category. Blois earned the award by demonstrating significant improvement in business performance through the adoption of effective project cost management practices.

2010 Blois Hits Milestone Safety Record

Blois celebrated three years with no lost time accidents. A special event recognized the hard work of all our employees in embracing the company’s safety culture. Representatives from Cal/OSHA, SeaBright Insurance, and industry leaders attended to honor this major achievement.

2010 Blois Hits Milestone Safety Record

We achieved a milestone of three years with no lost time accidents. We held a special event to celebrate this accomplishment, with attendees from Cal/OSHA, SeaBright Insurance, and construction leaders. President Jim Blois praised the collective effort behind the company’s impressive safety record.