Gilbane Rising Contractors

The construction industry is built on relationships. The Gilbane Rising Contractor program is a conduit for our trade partners to foster the relationships that lead to bid invitations and, ultimately, the chance to perform on a project.

In 2020, 36 subcontractor firms successfully completed the Rising Contractor program and reported overwhelmingly positive experiences. Alongside an introduction to Gilbane processes, participants have also entered a one-year mentorship program with Gilbane project executives.

Other program benefits include:

Participants develop working relationships with Gilbane personnel in key departments, such as purchasing and estimating.
Gain intimate knowledge of "doing business with Gilbane," from bid solicitation to project closeout.
Receive step-by-step guidance on Gilbane’s pre-qualification process.
Receive automatic bid de-scoping for unsuccessful bids.
Priority consideration for inclusion on contractor bid lists
Connect contractors with potential partners
Senior-level mentor who will be personally invested in getting their assigned firm work with Gilbane

Continued Success Through Mentorship

Once participants have submitted their prequalification application, they will be assigned a Gilbane project executive as a mentor. This ensures the end of the eight-week training program is only the beginning of our work together. Mentorship spans at least one year and consists of:
• Initial meet and greet with Mentor (one hour)
• Monthly check-in meetings
• Site visit to a Gilbane project
• Assistance with Gilbane processes

Rising Contractor Benefits

Continued Success Through Mentorship

Meet the Spring 2021 Rising Contractors

Questions? Contact our 2021 program champion:

John Rooney