ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter helps construction companiesdevelop people, win work, strengthen safety performance,and grow profitable businesses.
Associated Builders and Contractors New Orleans/Bayou Chapter is a construction industry association representing merit shop contractors and subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers throughout South Louisiana.
We support commercial and industrial construction companies through:
ABC believes construction contracts should be awarded based on safety, quality, and value — regardless of labor affiliation.
Construction Industry Networking that Creates Opportunities
ABC Bayou hosts more than 70 events annually designed to help members build relationships, increase visibility, and generate business opportunities throughout the construction industry.
From Meet the Contractor events and golf tournaments to safety conferences and young professional networking events, members gain direct access to decisionmakers, general contractors, subcontractors, and industry leaders.
Popular Member Events Include:
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Build a Skilled Construction Workforce
ABC Bayou Craft Training provides NCCER-accredited education and hands-on training for individuals pursuing careers in the skilled trades.
Training opportunities include:
Partnering with contractors, schools, and workforce partners to build the future of construction in Louisiana.
Safety is More than Compliance — It's Culture.
ABC Bayou Safety Training helps companies create safer jobsites through training, education, and proactive safety systems.
Members gain access to:
The STEP Program helps contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers measure and improve safety performance.
Protecting Free Enterprise & Fair Competition.
ABC Bayou actively advocates for policies that support merit shop contractors, workforce development, free enterprise, and economic growth throughout Louisiana.
Members stay informed through:
Ensuring the Merit Shop voice is represented at the local, state, and national levels.
Membership that Pays for Itself.
ABC Bayou members receive access to exclusive business discounts and resources to help reduce costs and improve profitability.
Potential Savings Include:
ABC Bayou offers the resources, relations, and representation construction companies need to complete and win.
Connection. Education. Advocacy. Results.
Invest in your company, your people, and the future of the construction industry. Start Your Membership Journey