NY State SHRM, Best Companies Group, BridgeTower Media and Rochester Business Journal Announce 2025 Best Companies to Work for in New York
The New York State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, Best Companies Group, BridgeTower Media and Rochester Business Journal have named Hamilton Stern Construction as one of the 2025 Best Companies to Work for in New York among Small Companies.
Best Companies to Work for in New York is a research-driven program that examines a company’s practices, programs, and benefits and also surveys its employees for their perspectives. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration and survey process and also analyzed the data and used their expertise to determine the final rankings.
The best places of employment in New York are identified in three categories: small companies (15-99 employees), medium companies (100-249 employees) and large companies (250 or more employees). To be considered, companies must have at least 15 full-time or part-time employees working in New York; be a for-profit or not-for-profit business or government entity; be a publicly or privately held business; have a facility in the State of New York and be in business a minimum of one year.
There were two parts used to determine the rankings. The first consisted of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices and demographics, worth approximately 25 percent of the total evaluation. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience, which consisted of 75 percent of the total. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final rankings.
This distinction is a significant achievement for the company, especially as Hamilton Stern Construction celebrate its 15th anniversary in 2025. Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We’d like to acknowledge our employees who are integral to our growth and success. We are excited to keep building for the future and are grateful to each of our team members for their contributions.
The winners will be honored April 10 at the Best Companies to Work for in New York celebration at the Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge St. in Albany. The event begins at 5 p.m. with a networking reception, followed by a plated dinner at 6:15 p.m. and then a Rock N’ Roll-themed awards celebration, which will reveal the winner rankings, at approximately 7 p.m.
About the New York State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management
The New York State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management promotes the education/professional development of members in New York State through support of SHRM services. The organization also creates value for and serves the interests of SHRM members and promotes the progress and presence of SHRM to the human resources community in New York State through programs, conferences and other activities. For more information, visit nys.shrm.org.
About Best Companies Group
Since 2004, Best Companies Group has been dedicated to identifying and celebrating top workplaces. With expertise in employee engagement, they’ve helped over 10,000 organizations enhance the employee experience, boosting engagement, productivity, innovation and retention. A leader in engagement insights, Best Companies Group ranks thousands of companies annually using rigorous, research-based methodology. Their services include Ph.D.-designed engagement surveys, actionable insights, exclusive benchmarks and accessible consulting. Learn more at bestcompaniesgroup.com.
About BridgeTower Media
BridgeTower Media is the authoritative voice for insights and marketing solutions across 40-plus brands in five key sectors across the United States. It is the leading provider of B2B information, research, events and marketing solutions across more than 25 U.S. markets and industries. Business executives rely on BridgeTower Media for the latest industry news, intelligence and events in a timely and consistent manner. For more information, visit BridgeTowerMedia.com.
About Rochester Business Journal
Rochester Business Journal has served as the leading source of business news and information in Rochester, N.Y., for 38 years. In addition to its website, RBJ.net, and weekly print publication, Rochester Business Journal publishes more than 25 special products a year including Book of Lists, Explore Greater Rochester, RBJ 75 and Power Lists. Rochester Business Journal also hosts 12 annual events to recognize excellence and provide leadership opportunities. Those events include Forty Under 40, Icon Honors, Women of Excellence and Reader Rankings. In addition, Rochester Business Journal facilitates virtual panel discussions bringing local experts from the business community together to discuss current topics and trends. Its Digital Marketing Solutions helps customers with social media, search engine marketing and optimization, retargeting, email marketing and more. Rochester Business Journal and its sister publication, The Daily Record, which covers law and real estate in Western New York, are part of BridgeTower Media, the authoritative voice for insights and marketing solutions across 40+ brands in five key sectors across the United States.
About Hamilton Stern Construction
Hamilton Stern Construction is a full-service construction management firm, general contractor, and design-build consultant located in Pittsford, NY. Established in 2010, we have become a trusted partner with a repertoire of clients and robust project portfolio across various markets, including commercial, industrial/manufacturing, higher education, and multi-unit housing. At the center of everything we do is our clients and our people. With a focus on craftsmanship, transparency and collaboration, Hamilton Stern Construction provides exceptional service that exceeds expectations, while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, quality, and innovation.