This week, we joined construction firms across the country in observing Construction Safety Week, a time dedicated to reinforcing our shared commitment to safety. This year, Reeves Young observed a Safety Stand Down dedicated to mental health awareness and suicide prevention. This critical conversation goes beyond job site protocols and hard hats—it’s about fostering a culture where every individual feels seen, supported, and empowered to ask for help.

The Stand Down took place on over 100 job sites across the Southeast. In an industry where physical safety is always top of mind, it’s just as important to prioritize emotional and psychological well-being. This moment of pause allowed us to have open, honest conversations about the pressures many in our industry face and the importance of creating a culture where seeking help is encouraged.

Statistics show that construction workers are at a significantly higher risk of mental health struggles and show higher rates of suicide than the general population. These stats are a call to action. We are committed to providing resources and access to mental health support, training leaders and peers to recognize signs of distress, and speaking openly about breaking the stigma around mental health in the construction industry.

This week—and every week—we reaffirm our dedication to protecting our people in every way possible. Because safety isn’t just about the structures we build, it’s about the lives we touch and the community we create on and off the job site.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that help is available. You are not alone. Resources are available online, through our Human Resources department, and through support services across Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Kentucky.

Together, we build safer, healthier futures—for everyone.