JM Coull, a Maynard construction management and design-build firm, has been named the first and only recipient of the "Diamond Level" safety award by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Massachusetts.

ABC added the diamond level to its Safety Training and Evaluation Process (STEP) program last year, with the goal of recognizing member companies that meet the very highest qualifications for safety preparedness and performance. Candidate evaluations are based on incidence rates (accidents) and experience modification rate for the application year.

JM Coull has achieved other distinctions conferred by ABC, including "certified green contractor" (one of only two firms in the state to earn this designation) and "accredited quality contractor," according to a statement.
"One of our core values is ‘relentless improvement,’ and we use the ABC programs as benchmarks in our ongoing pursuit of that goal," said JM Coull President Andrew Coull. "ABC is continually raising the bar on its standards of excellence. Our industry is fortunate to have a professional organization that encourages and recognizes high level performance."

JM Coull is also a consistent winner in the ABC’s annual Excellence in Construction Awards program. Last year, the company’s entry took first place honors at the regional level and second place at the national level.