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ARCO Construction Company
ARCO's goal is the same today as when we founded the company 30 years ago - to be the best design-build contractor in the industry and serve our clients with expert skill and high integrity.
Since 1992, ARCO has grown from a single office in St. Louis, Missouri, to an industry leader with 31 offices and over a thousand associates coast to coast. As the 7th largest design-build general contractor in the U.S., we have a national builder's strength and presence with a small company's culture. We are proud to provide best-in-class, national design-build services to more clients than ever before. We always attribute our continued success to our associates' talent and dedication to providing the best solutions and customer experience, regardless of project complexity or scale.
Since 1992, ARCO has grown from a single office in St. Louis, Missouri, to an industry leader with 31 offices and over a thousand associates coast to coast. As the 7th largest design-build general contractor in the U.S., we have a national builder's strength and presence with a small company's culture. We are proud to provide best-in-class, national design-build services to more clients than ever before. We always attribute our continued success to our associates' talent and dedication to providing the best solutions and customer experience, regardless of project complexity or scale.
Purpose
ARCO's core purpose is the same today as it was when we founded the company 30 years ago - to be the best design-build contractor in the industry and to make the construction process enjoyable and beneficial for our associates and customers.
Vision
Our unique entrepreneurial business model has fueled our growth. What started as a $10M business in 1992 has grown into a $3.7B in 2021. We are proud to provide best-in-class, national design-build services to more clients than ever before. We always attribute our continued success to our associates’ talent and dedication to providing the best solutions and customer experience, regardless of project complexity or scale. All 31 of our offices have been opened by ARCO associates that have demonstrated exceptional drive and leadership skills.
Mission
At ARCO, we aspire to be a firm recognized throughout its industry for delivering value and keeping its word. Our mission is to build Raving Fans through high integrity, excellent standards for communication, comprehensive due diligence, superior craftsmanship, and the intent to become our clients trusted adviser – now and for years to come. Each year, more than 75% of our revenue comes from repeat clients.
Additional Culture Details
At ARCO, we know life is about more than just hard work; it’s also about having fun and being treated right. We want everyone to have a positive experience at ARCO and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported. That’s why we invest in month-long paid sabbaticals, training programs, charitable match and paid volunteer leave, 100% company-funded retirement plans, and much more. We are a great place to work, and we are proud to win culture awards in cities across the country year after year.
Values
- Treat people fairly and do the right thing.
- At ARCO, our first core value is to "treat people fairly and do the right thing." We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices, to the selection of our subcontractors, we understand that the diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. From Project Managers to Interns and Co-ops, ARCO is dedicated to creating a workplace in which associates feel valued and empowered to succeed. From paid sabbaticals to premier compensation and everything in-between, we pride ourselves in making ARCO, not only a great place to work but the top place to build a career.
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