Granite Construction Projects Win Marvin M. Black Excellence in Partnering Award by Associated General Contractors of America

 
WATSONVILLE, Calif., Mar 26, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Granite Construction Company is proud to announce it has been awarded two 2009 Marvin M. Black Excellence in Partnering Awards by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC America). Granite received two of the four Marvin M. Black awards presented this year by AGC America for its work on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, located in Alexandria, Virginia, and Interstate 15, located in Ogden, Utah. Each award identifies excellence in partnerships, celebrating the success of stakeholders in teambuilding, improving communication and delivering superior project quality.

William G. Dorey, Granite President and Chief Executive Officer, said "We're extremely honored to have received these awards. Developing sound partnerships is an integral part of our business strategy and we strive to incorporate good relationships in all of our work."

Earlier this month, AGC President Doug Barnhart presented the awards to Granite during the AGC of America's 90th Annual Convention at The San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California.

About Granite

Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE: GVA) is a member of the S&P 400 Midcap Index, the Domini 400 Social Index and the Russell 2000. Granite Construction Company, a wholly owned subsidiary, is one of the nation's largest diversified heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction Company serves public and private sector clients through its offices and subsidiaries nationwide. For more information about Granite, please visit their website at www.graniteconstruction.com.

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