Turner's Utilization of Minority- And Woman-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE)

The company has a long and positive track record in the utilization of small firms and M/WBEs on its projects.  Turner's objective is to increase the visibility, improve the economic viability, and expand opportunities for the utilization of these businesses.

Since 1979, Turner's total awards to M/WBEs and involvement with M/WBE joint venture partnerships exceeded $14.4 billion.  The company has been recognized nationwide-and has received well over 100 awards-for leadership in utilization of such businesses.

Established in 1969, Turner developed and implemented a Construction Management Training Program for M/WBEs.  This eight-week course is taught by professional Turner staff volunteers and includes such topics as Risk Management, Construction Estimating, Safety and Effective Marketing.  It has helped attendees win major contracts, often to work with or for Turner, and has also helped them build networks among themselves, leading to fruitful joint ventures and long-term business relationships.

Turner was among the first in the industry to promote opportunities for M/WBEs.  Due to the success rate in New York, other Turner offices have copied this program and, today, it is now offered in more than 30 cities.  Today, more than 15,000 people have successfully graduated from this program.

Turner has established an annual goal of 20% relative to the utilization of M/WBEs in the areas of construction, subcontracting, prime contracting, joint venture relationships/associations, and goods and services.