STRENGTH
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. is the largest, locally owned, specialty
contractor in the Caribbean. We rank 1st in the electrical and mechanical
contractors classification and 3rd when classified as a construction
company.
Recently we attained solid financial targets with revenues over $100 million
in an environment of weakened global economic conditions. The path we have
embarked upon – to be the leading specialty contractor focused on a diverse
industry base – is helping us achieve our goals of providing stable
financial results and a platform to grow from.
In addition to achieving solid financial performance, we continued to
successfully integrate new construction divisions. As part of this
integration process, we created overall standards of excellence throughout
our operations and streamlined operations to improve construction
efficiencies.We made significant strides in reducing corporate overhead
costs while continuing to retain and attract talented people to help us
achieve our growth objectives. Through creating stronger synergies within
our operations, restructuring our corporate staff and taking the steps to
provide financial flexibility for future growth, today’s Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. is a leaner and more cost-efficient organization that will continue to
exceed our customers’ needs.These accomplishments position us to make
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. an even stronger company in years to come.
GROWTH
Since 1962 Bermúdez & Longo, S.E.
(Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E) has operated successfully increasing
the original net worth from $20,000 to over $41,000,000. The Company’s growth is the result of the
amount of repeat business received from clients who have found it convenient
and profitable to retain Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. as their preferred
subcontractor.
Another important factor that contributed toward our sustained growth is
customer diversification. The company participates in a wide array of
industry sectors, usually performing better in those that grow while
stabilizing in those that fail.
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RECRUITING
Selecting the best candidates is one of
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó
S.E. top
priorities. The success of the project depend on successful people. We use
all resources available to ensure the availability of top notch
professionals, technicians and labor in the company. Background checks,
credentials, references and drug testing are methods commonly used for these
matters.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. offers training and further education in almost all
aspects of our business. We provide our personnel with the courses and
seminars to upgrade the professional skills and to improve the creative and
critical competence of their work.
EXPERIENCE
Under the leadership of our
supervisors, our field labor force, averaging over 1000 skilled &
semi-skilled craftsmen, is firmly bound to the company and its objectives.
Thirty percent of our personnel have been with the
company for more than fifteen (15) years and sixty percent for more than
seven (7) years.
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RECOGNITION
Our emphasis on the value of recognizing an individual’s effort through a
profit sharing program, awards and merit shop environments,
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó
S.E. management has demonstrated a special desire and
SAFETY
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. has an Accident Prevention Program based on a sincere
desire to eliminate personal injury, occupational illness, equipment and
property damage, and to protect its employees, as well as the general public
and customer’s employees. Company management and project supervision are
charged with the responsibility of implementing and enforcing safety
policies and guidelines. Responsibility for the administration of the Safety
and Accident Prevention Program has been assigned by the President of the
Company to the Safety Director. The Safety Director and Project Manager
assist in the surveillance of the projects, and audit their programs to
ensure compliance with the company’s policies and with state and federal
safety regulations and guidelines. Project Managers hold monthly meetings
with craft Superintendents and craft Foremen to evaluate, discuss, and
analyze the effectiveness of the safety programs. Written reports of these
meetings are submitted to the division Manager’s) and to the Safety
Director. The project meetings are intended to improve safety practices and
to ensure adherence to the company’s standards of safety. Failure to observe
safety standards is cause for the immediate discharge of violators.
Agencies’ standards for safety and health for the construction and
maintenance industry systematically are reviewed by the Safety Director.
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. will occasionally modify its safety program to fit
the needs of a specific client or project. (The standards must be as high or
higher than our program). The following are some basic safety standards of
practices applicable to all Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E.’s work.
• 100% eye and fall protection
• Training for foremen, general foremen
and supervision
• Pre-work orientation
• Incentive safety awards for craftsmen
• Weekly inspection of lifting equipment
• Job site inspection
The deliberate attitude and continued determination of all Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. personnel to achieve the highest possible measure of safety and the
prevention of accidents is a high priority goal. Although we are engaged in
many projects which normally carry a high risk, such as heavy and highway
work and commercial building projects, we have maintainedan enviable safety
record in the industry, Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. s main concern in the
constant development and updating of its safety programs has always been the
welfare of our people. Proper training, the involvement of all project
personnel, including client personnel, and the constant analysis of results
will continue to improve our performance records and lower our overall job
costs. Our company-wide Workers’ Compensation Experience Modifier (EMR) for
recent years will be furnishedupon request.
In addition to our on-going efforts to control the number of accident and
injuries on each project, we are also concentrating on reducing the nature
and severity of possible injuries. As a result of this effort, the average
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E’s cost per claim is well below the industry average.
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. welcomes any client input and participation in
available safety incentive programs.
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INTEGRITY
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. adheres to a policy of strict compliance with the
laws and regulations governing its business. Legal and ethical business
practices create a positive, productive work atmosphere in which we can feel
proud of ourselves, our work and our company. We expect and work to ensure
that each of our employees understands and complies with all company
policies. This includes adherence to the company’s Employee Manual, and
diligence in seeking to prevent, detect and report any unethical or illegal
conduct or other conduct that does not comply with company policy. As a
company, we affirm our ongoing commitment to establishing policies and
developing effective internal controls that will promote adherence to
applicable legal requirements, our standards of business ethics, our
compliance policies and procedures, and the requirements of federal, state
and private customer programs.
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. has an genuine commitment to be a good corporate citizen. In
recognition of the importance of the environment, we progressively make
appropriate investments in pollution control services while conducting
programs to create and enhance employee awareness.
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. shall conduct all its activities in harmony with and
aimed towards the preservation of the environment.
Among our environmental objectives we are committed to:
• Reduce resource consumption
• Minimize generation of waste
• Minimize contamination of the environment
• Comply with all applicable environmental legislation
• Continually improve our environmental performance by creating employee
awareness
DIVERSITY
At
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó
S.E.,
we are committed to being an Equal Employment and Affirmative Action
employer. We understand the value of diversity in our workforce and actively
seek opportunities for incorporating diversity within our company.
We embrace and celebrate the unique qualities of our employees including
race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and national
origin. We also recognize that our company is enhanced by employees’ various
opinions and viewpoints. Diversity enriches our work environment and results
in our being able to better meet the needs of our customers.
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. strives to provide every employee an equal
opportunity to succeed professionally. Our work environment is one wherein
every employee is treated with dignity and respect. Decisions about
employment, training, compensation and promotion are based on job-related
qualifications.
Not only does our company prohibit discrimination but also our policy
explicitly prohibits sexual harassment or harassment of any nature in the
workplace. We offer a high-performing and supportive work environment that
enables our employees to achieve personal and professional fulfillment.
Working together ensures our success in achieving our business and industry
goals.
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COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Bermúdez, Longo, Díaz-Massó S.E. is committed to improving the quality of life in the
communities where we live and work. We consider ourselves in partnership
with our employees and our communities, working toward an environment that
enhances the quality of lifefor everyone.
We believe in good citizenship. Our efforts go beyond a basic commitment for
responsible construction services, to investing resources, both human and
financial, in our communities. These investments include:
• making cash and in-kind contributions to local nonprofit organizations
that serve our communities and best respond to the issues and needs of our
customers and employees
• encouraging employee volunteerism and community involvement
• initiating or supporting responsive projects and programs that enhance the
quality of life inour neighborhoods
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. is truly a leader in the construction industry. We
have developed initiatives that later have become industry standards. Our
involvement in the construction industry goes beyond a single project, we
develop procedures and guides through the participation in professional
organizations and groups.
Key staff personnel become members of the leading technical and professional
organization in the industry.
Bermúdez, Longo,
Díaz-Massó S.E. is a member of the Puerto Rico Manufacturers
Association (associate), the Puerto Rico Chapter of the Associated General
Contractors of America (associate), the Puerto Rico Electrical Contractors
Association, the Mechanical Contractors Association, the Home Builders
Association of Puerto Rico (associate), the American Welding Society, is a
Founding Member of the Puerto Rico Chapter of the National Certified Pipe
Welding Bureau, and Member of International Societey for Pharmaceutical
Enginnering.