2025 Supervisor Safety Award

The Supervisor Safety Award has always been a highlight in BCA’s annual Safety Excellence Awards program. Supervisors are too often the unsung heroes in a contractor’s loss prevention program while maintaining production and quality goals. 

Congratulations to the 2025 Supervisor Safety Award Recipients!

Guadalupe Benavides
FCI Construction
Nominated by Rachel Skinner

“Lupe consistently prioritizes safety for both himself and his crew on a daily basis. He is highly receptive to feedback and promptly addresses any safety concerns that arise. His efforts often go unnoticed due to the steady and diligent approach he takes in maintaining a safe work environment. Lupe ensures that his team remains well-trained and safety-conscious, fostering a culture of safety and competence on site.” 

Tom Brockhaus

R.L. McCoy, Inc.
Nominated by Dan McCoy

“Tom has been a construction industry staple and bridge-building pioneer for over 50 years with R.L. McCoy. He started in the days when a baseball cap and shorts were acceptable construction attire. Throughout his tenure, Tom has seen monumental shifts in how construction has changed. He has been integral in changing the culture and passing on the baton from the Old Guard to the Next Generation of workers. His dedication to his work and his coworkers is beyond reproach. We salute Tom for being an outstanding leader, and an even more outstanding friend and family member.” 

Ian Dikeolakos

Hagerman Inc.
Nominated by Jacob Becker / Wyatt Tillmann

“Ian leads his crew with safety at the forefront. Ian's safety knowledge and ability to pre-plan for hazards are increasing with his other responsibilities. He challenges his crew to work safely and be proactive in their hazard mitigation.” 

Ryan Ellis

Brooks Construction Co., Inc.
Nominated by Jeff Austin

“Ryan Ellis is a dedicated supervisor of the asphalt plants. He leads by example and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safety through his actions and decision-making. Ryan consistently upholds and enforces the company's safety policies, ensuring that every member of the plant teams works in a secure and hazard-free environment. Ryan's proactive approach to safety has not only improved plant conditions but has also fostered a strong culture of safety among his crews.” 

Bill Fisher

Michael Kinder & Sons, Inc.
Nominated by Ty Wyss

“Bill Fisher is an extraordinary example of a great supervisor. Not only does he do a good job directing work for MKS employees and subcontractors, but he is also very safety-oriented. He has a great knowledge and understanding of all aspects of construction safety and OSHA regulations. He addresses all safety concerns in a direct and professional manner as quickly as possible. Keeping his job sites as safe as possible, he is a premier example of what we expect from our superintendents at MKS.” 

Jake Fryback

CME Construction
Nominated by Shawn Fayette & Alan Moore

“Jake is being nominated for the BCA Supervisor Safety Award due to his outstanding commitment to jobsite safety and leadership. He consistently prioritizes the well-being of his crew, enforces safety protocols, and leads by example to create a culture of accountability. His proactive approach to hazard identification and problem-solving has resulted in a strong safety record and improved team performance. Through his dedication, Jake has demonstrated that safety and productivity go hand in hand, making him a deserving candidate for this recognition." 

Chris Gibson

Weigand Construction
Nominated by Matt Herndon

“Weigand is proud to nominate Chris Gibson for this award. Chris consistently embodies the Weigand safety culture through his actions and exceptional leadership on the job site. Chris excels at proactively identifying potential risks and developing effective solutions before issues arise. Chris readily collaborates with the Weigand safety team whenever necessary and persistently maintains a secure work environment. Above all, he is wholly devoted to ensuring the safety and well-being of every individual under his responsibility.” 

Tony Heckman

Weigand Construction
Nominated by the Weigand Safety Team

“Weigand is honored to nominate Tony Heckman for the BCA Supervisor Safety Award. Tony's exceptional leadership and commitment to safety have ensured smooth jobsite operations and effective personnel management. He actively promotes and enforces our safety policy, reducing incidents and fostering a culture of safety. Tony is a role model in safety attitude and performance, inspiring colleagues to prioritize safety. His unwavering dedication makes him a deserving candidate for this award.” 

David Hosted

FCI Construction
Nominated by Rachel Skinner

“David consistently demonstrates an unwavering commitment to ensuring a safe work environment for everyone on his jobsite. He consistently enforces safety protocols and actively identifies and mitigates potential hazards. His leadership fosters a culture of safety that empowers workers to follow safety guidelines and report any concerns. His proactive approach to a safe work environment demonstrates his dedication to not only meeting, but exceeding industry safety standards.” 

Ian Sonner

Summit City Steel Erection LLC
Nominated by Jackson Wilcoxson

“Ian enthusiastically supports the Summit City safety program and serves as a strong example for his subordinates. He has implemented innovative solutions to complex safety problems while not losing sight of the small things, complies with every request made, and even corrected unsafe actions and environments, which many supervisors would have referred to a higher authority to alleviate themselves from the responsibility. He protects his workers and maintains a high level of quality and production.” 

Jeff Wilson

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.
Nominated by Jason Zimmerman

“Jeff Wilson holds safety in the highest regard. He is always doing the right thing and is constantly looking for ways to improve industry standards and our own to make a safer worksite. Jeff demonstrates safety as his number one priority in all circumstances. Whenever Jeff has a problem, he always makes the call to get the team involved and always helps navigate a solution. Jeff is constantly alert for potential hazards that pose a threat.” 

Tyler Woods

Summit City Steel Erection LLC
Nominated by Jackson Wilcoxson

“Tyler enthusiastically supports the Summit City safety program and is a strong example for his subordinates. He has implemented innovative solutions to complex safety problems while not losing sight of the small things, complies with every request made, and even corrected unsafe actions and environments, which many supervisors would have referred to a higher authority to alleviate themselves from the responsibility. He protects his workers and maintains a high level of quality and production.”