East Petersburg, PA – Warfel Construction has been named a recipient of a 2025 National Health and Safety Excellence Merit Award from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). The award was presented at the 36th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards during ABC Convention 2026 in Salt Lake City on March 19, 2026.
Warfel was one of just 59 contractors nationwide recognized for exceptional safety performance and a strong, proactive approach to health and safety across its operations.
A Culture Built Around People
For Warfel, the recognition reflects a culture built around people.
“At Warfel, safety is deeply personal,” said Conlan Swope, President of Warfel Construction. “It’s about people looking out for one another and taking responsibility for the environments we create every day. Our teams don’t approach safety as a requirement — they see it as part of how we care for each other. This recognition reflects that shared commitment.”
The National Health and Safety Excellence Award honors ABC member firms that demonstrate strong safety performance, innovation, and leadership. Award recipients were selected from companies that achieved Diamond, Platinum, or Gold status in ABC’s STEP® Health and Safety Management System, based on 2024 performance data. Applicants were evaluated on key indicators, including incident rates, leading safety practices, program innovation, and a comprehensive review conducted by ABC’s National Health and Safety Committee.
Measured Performance, Consistent Approach
Warfel achieved Platinum status in ABC’s STEP® Health and Safety Management System for 2025, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining safety performance well above industry averages. With an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.586 — significantly below the industry benchmark of 1.0 — the company’s results reflect a consistent, disciplined approach to risk management and the protection of its people.
“Safety means more than getting through the day without an incident,” said Jason Beiler, Director of Safety at Warfel Construction. “It’s about creating an environment where people can do their best work and return home supported in every sense.”
Advancing Total Human Health
Warfel’s safety approach is grounded in its Total Human Health philosophy, recognizing that safety extends beyond physical conditions on the jobsite. By supporting mental well-being, financial stability, and work-life balance, Warfel creates an environment where employees are better equipped to perform safely and effectively.
This commitment is reinforced through proactive planning, ongoing training, leadership accountability, and empowering employees with Stop Work Authority — ensuring every individual has both the responsibility and the confidence to act when something doesn’t feel right.
What This Means for Clients and Partners
For clients and partners, Warfel’s approach results in more than strong safety performance. It creates project environments defined by trust, stability, and clear communication — helping teams stay aligned, reduce risk, and deliver consistent outcomes.
While Warfel is honored to receive national recognition, the company remains focused on the work ahead.
“Recognition like this is meaningful,” said Swope, “but it’s really a reflection of what our teams do every day. Our focus remains on continuing to learn, improve, and support one another so that safety stays at the center of everything we do.”
About Warfel Construction Company
Warfel Construction is a full-service construction management firm based in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania. The company serves clients in senior living, healthcare, higher education, and commercial sectors across Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and surrounding states. Guided by a people-first culture and a mission to build Clients for Life®, Warfel delivers complex projects with collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Learn more at warfelcc.com.
