A Culture of Inclusion
We recognize the immense value of a diverse workforce and are dedicated to fostering a welcoming culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities of our employees. By embracing diversity, we not only enhance employee well-being but also drive improved performance, strengthen our reputation, and amplify our social impact.
In addition to our emphasis on creating a workplace where every employee feels a sense of respect and belonging, we are deliberate in our efforts to work with local and diverse suppliers across our operations, including participation in organizations to listen, learn, and enhance our inclusion practices.
Our inclusive, collaborative, and values-driven culture allows us to attract, retain, and develop a best-in-class workforce.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Our efforts to create a diverse and welcoming workplace for all individuals are rooted in actively engaging employees, listening to their feedback, and continually learning. One way we do this is through our Employee Resource Groups, which help support employees’ personal and professional goals, while advancing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company culture. These four employee-led ERGs are open to all Centuri employees and offer spaces for connection, empowerment, and community building.
Inspiring Futures: The Centuri Scholarship Program
As part of our commitment to provide opportunities for employees and their families, Centuri established a college scholarship program in 2020, showcasing our beliefs in opportunity, empowerment, and giving back, with direct financial support for our team members. Our scholarship is designed to support the educational aims of employees’ children pursuing vocational, technical, or traditional career pathways. Scholarship recipients represent the diversity of our workforce, with no fewer than 50% of scholarships awarded to applicants from diverse racial/ethnic backgrounds. Each year, we award 10 scholarships valued at $5,000 each to individuals demonstrating academic excellence and a commitment to making an impact. To date, we have awarded $225,000 in scholarships to the children of company employees.
Employees Supporting Each Other – Centuri’s Employee Care Fund
Centuri’s Employee Care Fund helps employees who are suffering financial hardship due to unpredictable circumstances such as natural disasters, serious injuries, or catastrophic events that impact their ability to afford basic living expenses. The Fund is supported by employee donations and administered by a third-party 501(c)(3) charitable organization who evaluates applications for assistance and pays out directly to service providers on behalf of eligible employees. Approved assistance is granted as a gift that does not have to be repaid. In 2024, the fund provided $556,991 in financial aid since its inception.
Employees can click here to apply for assistance or make a donation.
Diverse Outreach
Participation in diverse organizations is key for our outreach and the continued growth of our program. These memberships provide opportunities to learn from multiple perspectives, share our activities, and advocate with our partners.
- Hispanic American Construction Industry Association
- Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- National Association of Women in Construction
- National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
- Pacific Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council (PSWMSDC)
- Quad County Urban League