Houston, Texas – November 17, 2025 – Gulf Companies, a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and management (EPCM) services for the energy industry, is proud to announce that the company has been named a 2025 Houston Chronicle Top Workplace for the second year in a row. This achievement reinforces Gulf Companies’ continued commitment to building a strong workplace culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and employee growth.
This year, more than 112,296 employees from 5,924 organizations across the Houston region participated in the nomination and survey process conducted by Energage, the independent firm that administers the Top Workplaces program. Of those companies, only 208 earned a spot on the prestigious list, placing Gulf Companies among a select group of high-performing and people-focused employers.
“Being recognized as a Top Workplace for the second consecutive year is an incredible honor,” said Kent Wilfur, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Companies. “This award is driven entirely by employee feedback, and it reflects the culture our team members help create every day. Their dedication, expertise, and professionalism make Gulf not only a leader in the energy sector but also a truly outstanding place to work.”
The Top Workplaces recognition is based on anonymous employee feedback that measures key drivers of engagement such as leadership, communication, alignment, innovation, and employee well-being. Gulf Companies’ results highlight the organization’s ongoing efforts to foster a positive, inclusive, and safety-focused environment for both office and field employees.
As an established leader in the energy sector, Gulf Companies continues to expand its impact across pipeline and midstream infrastructure, carbon capture and storage (CCUS), survey and geospatial solutions, and renewable energy services. This consecutive Top Workplace award further strengthens the company’s reputation as an award-winning EPCM firm and trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and innovative project execution.
Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Gulf Companies (GIE) provides engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) services to the global energy industry. With more than 70 years of experience, Gulf supports clients across oil and gas, midstream infrastructure, carbon capture and storage (CCUS), renewable energy, and industrial markets. Gulf Companies delivers end-to-end EPCM solutions with a strong focus on safety, quality, innovation, and long-term project success.
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