DOVER — George & Lynch has been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors.

This is the first year it has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 450 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors earned the credential in 2021.

“We’re very proud of the fact that this accreditation supports our values as an organization and our commitment to providing the very best to our clients, employees and community,” said Chris Baker, chief executive officer of George & Lynch.

George & Lynch, a 99-year-old company based in Dover, is Delmarva’s leading infrastructure contractor, building roads, bridges and underground utilities.

Launched nearly 30 years ago, ABC’s AQC program provides recognition to world-class construction firms that have documented their commitment in five areas:

• Quality
• Safety performance
• Talent management, and inclusion, diversity and equity
• Craft and management education
• Community relations

“Accredited Quality Contractors set the standard in the contracting community in safety, culture, workforce development, innovation, diversity and quality,” said 2022 ABC National Chair of the Board of Directors Stephanie Schmidt, president of Poole Anderson Construction, State College, Pennsylvania.

“Congratulations to this high-performing construction company. Daily, the leaders and employees of George & Lynch commit to the highest level of corporate and community achievement, exemplifying the best about ABC membership.”