We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and support our marketing efforts. By clicking 'Accept All,' you agree to the storing of cookies on your device. You can customize your preferences or opt out of non-essential cookies at any time.
Awards
Awards & Recognition
At Stellar, our greatest measure of success is the impact we create for our clients, but we’re honored when that work is recognized by our industry peers. Through decades of delivering innovative design-build, engineering, architecture, construction, and mechanical services, our people and projects have earned awards and rankings from some of the most respected organizations in the construction, manufacturing, food and beverage, cold storage, industrial, commercial, and government sectors. These recognitions reflect more than project excellence—they highlight our commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, innovation, operational efficiency, and client-focused solutions. From national contractor rankings and award-winning manufacturing facilities to construction safety achievements, sustainable building certifications, and industry-leading project delivery, each honor represents the dedication of our team and the trust our clients place in us. As Stellar continues to grow and deliver complex facilities across North America, we remain focused on advancing the industries we serve through integrated design-build solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and a culture of continuous improvement. While each award represents a notable achievement, together they reflect the core values that drive Stellar every day: trust, dedication, accountability, and transparency in delivering exceptional results for our clients.
Rankings
Engineering News Record (ENR)
#1 Top Contractors in Manufacturing – Food & Beverage
#8 Top Contractors in Manufacturing - Industrial Process
#14 Top 20 Contractors by Sector – Industrial
#47 Top 100 Design-Build Firms
#170 Top 400 Contractors
#407 Top 500 Design Firms
ENR Southeast
#7 Top 100 Design-Build Firms
#20 Top 100 Green Building Contractors
#43 Top Contractors in Southeast
Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.
Excellence in Construction “Eagle Award”
Greener Tommorrow Award
Excellence in Construction “Pyramid Award”
Food Engineering Magazine
Food Plant of the Year
Sustainable Food Plant of the Year
ProFood World
Manufacturing Innovation Award
American Institute of Architects
Design Excellence Award
Engineering News-Record
Midwest Regional Best Project
Excellence in Sustainability - ENR Texas/Louisiana
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
LEED Gold
LEED
Controlled Environment Building Association
Built by the Best Award - Project Over $35 Million
Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Magazine
Inaugural Cold Storage Facility of the Year
Cold Storage Facility of the Year
Jacksonville Daily Record
Top Contractors
Top Contractors 2023
Top Contractors 2024
Top Contractors 2025
Top Contractors 2026
First Coast Healthiest Companies
Platinum Award Winner
Platinum Award Winner 2025
Platinum Award Winner 2026
Companies with Heart
Companies with Heart
Companies with Heart 2024
Companies with Heart 2025
Companies with Heart 2026
Associated Quality Contractors
Accredited Quality Contractor
Accredited Quality Contractor 2026
Accredited Quality Contractor 2025
Accredited Quality Contractor 2024
Accredited Quality Contractor 2023
Accredited Quality Contractor 2015
Accredited Quality Contractor 2014
Accredited Quality Contractor 2013
Accredited Quality Contractor 2012
Accredited Quality Contractor 2011
Accredited Quality Contractor 2010
Accredited Quality Contractor 2009
Accredited Quality Contractor 2008
Accredited Quality Contractor 2007
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has recognized Stellar with a National Safety Pinnacle Award several years running. The National Safety Pinnacle Award is the highest award category given to ABC contractor members for exceptional achievements in construction safety. Stellar is proud to have received such an award, and we’re even more proud of the way safety has become such an integral part of our culture.
Stellar’s dedication to safety has been recognized via several awards, including the construction industry’s benchmark award: the Associated Builders and Contractors’ (ABC) STEP Diamond level of achievement, the highest in the industry. Receiving the award for this world-class safety system is a fantastic indicator of just how seriously Stellar takes the safety of our employees.
ABC's prestigious Accredited Quality Contractor credential is a public recognition of construction firms that have documented their commitment to quality, safety, education, and community relations. Stellar is proud of its membership and fully committed to exceeding the expectations outlined by the AQC credential, now and in the future.
ABC’s Top Performers lists recognize member contractors for excellence in safety, quality, diversity, and project performance, ranked by work hours with special designations. These contractors have earned ABC’s Accredited Quality Contractor credential and national awards for safety, inclusion, and excellence. They demonstrate financial growth, competitive compensation, industry-leading safety, workforce development, inclusivity, and strong leadership through ABC’s STEP, AQC, and other programs.