Walsh Group is one of the largest family-owned contractors in North America. Their safety pre-qualification process is rigorous — come prepared.
Walsh Group is a family-owned construction company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Operating through its subsidiaries — Walsh Construction, Archer Western, and Walsh Canada — the firm is consistently ranked among the top 10 largest general contractors in the United States by ENR. They manage projects across transportation, water/wastewater, healthcare, aviation, commercial, and heavy civil sectors.
Walsh Group's safety program is built around their "Zero Injury" culture. They operate one of the most structured safety pre-qualification processes in the industry, requiring subcontractors to submit detailed safety records — including EMR (Experience Modification Rate), OSHA incident logs, and safety program documentation — before contract execution.
If Walsh is your GC, your safety documentation goes through a formal review process that often starts during pre-qualification, well before mobilization. Their safety managers are experienced and detail-oriented, particularly on heavy civil and infrastructure projects where the hazard profile is significant.
Submission Platform
Procore / Owner-specified platforms
Typical Timeline
14–21 days before mobilization (pre-qual may start earlier)
Safety Culture
"Zero Injury" culture with rigorous pre-qualification safety screening
These are the safety documents Walsh Group commonly requires from subcontractors. Your specific requirements may vary by project — always check your pre-mobilization checklist.
Required for any elevated work. Walsh's heavy civil and infrastructure projects often involve unique fall hazards beyond standard commercial construction.
29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
Walsh projects may include bridges, elevated structures, and infrastructure work — your fall protection plan should address the specific hazards of these environments.
Required from all subcontractors. Must integrate with Walsh's project-wide emergency response plan, which may span multiple work zones on large infrastructure projects.
29 CFR 1926.35
On large-scale Walsh projects (highways, airports, water treatment), emergency plans must account for multiple active work zones and coordination with public safety agencies.
Required for each scope of work. Walsh expects JHAs to be updated as project conditions change, particularly on long-duration infrastructure projects.
OSHA Publication 3071
Walsh's safety team may require JHA updates at phase transitions — especially on multi-year infrastructure projects where conditions evolve significantly.
Frequently required on Walsh's water/wastewater and tunnel projects. Must include permit procedures and rescue provisions.
29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA
Walsh manages significant water infrastructure and tunnel work — confined space programs on these projects must meet their enhanced requirements.
Walsh Group's pre-qualification process often begins well before mobilization. Be prepared to submit your EMR, OSHA 300 logs, and safety program documentation during the bidding phase.
The submission platform varies by project. Walsh commonly uses Procore, but public infrastructure projects may require submission through owner-specified platforms. Confirm with your project team.
On transportation and heavy civil projects, Walsh expects safety documentation that addresses public safety interfaces — traffic control, pedestrian protection, and coordination with public agencies.
Walsh operates through multiple subsidiaries (Walsh Construction, Archer Western). The safety requirements are consistent across subsidiaries, but your contract and submission portal may reference a specific entity.
If you're new to Walsh projects, their safety team may request a meeting to review your safety program before approving your documentation. Be prepared to discuss your safety record and crew qualifications.
Walsh Group is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and operates nationwide through its subsidiaries — Walsh Construction, Archer Western, and Walsh Canada. They have a particularly strong presence in the Midwest, Southeast, and Southwest, with significant infrastructure and transportation projects across the country.
Walsh Group requires subcontractors to complete a safety pre-qualification process that typically includes submitting your EMR (Experience Modification Rate), OSHA 300 logs for the past three years, your written safety program, and proof of safety training certifications. This process often begins during bidding, well before contract award.
Yes. Walsh Group is one of the largest infrastructure contractors in the U.S., managing highway, bridge, airport, water/wastewater, and transit projects. Public infrastructure work often carries additional safety requirements related to public protection, traffic control, and agency coordination beyond standard commercial construction.
Walsh Construction and Archer Western are both subsidiaries of Walsh Group. They share the same safety culture and requirements but may focus on different project types or regions. Your contract will specify which entity you're working with. Safety documentation standards are consistent across both.