McCarthy is one of the largest employee-owned builders in the country. Their safety culture starts with subcontractor documentation.
McCarthy Building Companies is one of the oldest and largest employee-owned construction firms in the United States. They operate across commercial, healthcare, education, and renewable energy sectors, with a strong regional presence in the Midwest, Southwest, and West Coast.
McCarthy's safety approach centers on what they describe as a 'genuine care' culture — the belief that safety is about people, not just compliance. They expect subcontractors to share this philosophy and demonstrate it through thorough, site-specific safety documentation.
Their pre-mobilization process includes a safety review that evaluates not just whether you have the right documents, but whether those documents reflect genuine planning for the hazards your crew will face on this specific project.
Submission Platform
Procore
Typical Timeline
7–14 days before mobilization
Safety Culture
Employee-owned culture with emphasis on genuine safety planning
These are the safety documents McCarthy Building Companies commonly requires from subcontractors. Your specific requirements may vary by project — always check your pre-mobilization checklist.
McCarthy commonly uses Procore for document management. Follow the project team's submission instructions carefully.
McCarthy evaluates safety culture, not just paperwork. Your plans should demonstrate thoughtful hazard analysis, not just boilerplate compliance language.
On healthcare and education projects, expect additional requirements related to occupied spaces, noise control, and dust containment.
Attend McCarthy's safety orientation before mobilization. It provides context for site-specific requirements that should inform your safety plans.
McCarthy has a strong presence in the Midwest, Southwest, Southern California, and Pacific Northwest. They manage projects nationally, with regional offices providing local expertise and relationships.
McCarthy evaluates subcontractor safety performance as part of their selection process. Your EMR, OSHA logs, and documented safety programs are all factors in the pre-qualification review.
McCarthy focuses on whether your safety documentation reflects genuine planning — not just template completion. They look for site-specific hazard assessments, named competent persons, and evidence that your company has an active safety culture.
Solar and wind projects have unique safety considerations including electrical hazards, extreme weather exposure, and remote site logistics. McCarthy may require additional documentation beyond standard commercial construction requirements.