News, Press Releases • July 27, 2023

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. Has Been Named a 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago

Chicago-based engineering firm recognized by Fortune Media and Great Place To Work® as a top workplace in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL (June 15, 2023) – Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have honored Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. (Milhouse) as one of this year’s Best Workplaces in Chicago. This achievement recognizes Milhouse’s efforts to surpass benchmarks and establish itself as one of the best companies to work for headquartered in Chicago.

To determine the Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago™ List, Great Place To Work collected honest feedback from team members about their experience through a series of questions. The survey responses reflect a complete and comprehensive picture of the workplace experience at Milhouse. Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive employee outcomes regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status, or other demographic identifiers.

Great Place To Work selected the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago by surveying companies employing 7.5 million people in the U.S. with 1.3 million confidential survey responses received. Of those, nearly 50,000 responses were received from employees at companies who were eligible for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago List, and these rankings are based on their feedback. To be eligible for the list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified, have at least 10 U.S. employees, and be headquartered in the Chicago region. Read the full methodology.

Milhouse invests in its team members through a wide range of programs and initiatives built to motivate them to reach their professional goals. The culture is built on an environment where people can aspire to personal and professional greatness. Milhouse honors all team members’ diversity, as each creative and talented person brings their unique background and experience to every project, meeting, and collaborative effort to produce top-tier results. These differences lead to a culture of empowerment, creativity, and progressive teamwork, bringing the Milhouse family together and setting them apart from other firms.

“At Milhouse, we have always believed that our people are our greatest asset. We value, and are driven by, the strength of our differences,” shares Maryam Brown, Vice President of People and Culture and Operational Excellence. “This achievement is a direct result of our team’s passion, hard work, and unwavering dedication to our shared values. We firmly believe that our team members are the backbone of our success, and we will continue to invest in initiatives that support their growth and well-being.”

“Congratulations to the Best Workplaces in Chicago,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work. “Amid ongoing uncertainty and challenging market pressures, these companies kept their focus on the employee experience. As a result, workers are giving their total effort, driving productivity, innovation, and a great experience for their customers.

“Fortune congratulates the Best Workplaces in Chicago,” says Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell. “Their willingness to prioritize employee experience helps them stand out from their competitors and better serve their customers.”

Are you looking to grow or start your career at a firm that values its people? Visit our careers page to see our open opportunities: milhouseinc.com/careers/opportunities/

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About Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is a full-service engineering firm offering expertise in civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and environmental engineering, as well as construction and program management. We deliver creative solutions to complex problems around the globe. Driven by our diverse perspectives, we challenge the status quo to pursue a brighter future for the communities we serve. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

For further information, please contact:

Ellen Bremseth, Director of Strategic Communications, Milhouse, ebremseth@milhouseinc.com

About the Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago

Great Place To Work selected the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago by surveying companies employing 7.5 million people in the U.S. with 1.3 million confidential survey responses received. Of those, nearly 50,000 responses were received from employees at companies who were eligible for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago List, and these rankings are based on their feedback. To be eligible for the list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified, have at least 10 U.S. employees, and be headquartered in the Chicago region. Read the full methodology.