Across the U.S. Gulf Coast and beyond, energy operators, including chemicals, refining and petrochemical sectors, seek more than transactional project support. They look for trusted engineering, procurement and construction partners with deep technical expertise, a strategic mindset and the ability to grow with them across various programs and portfolios. Working with our clients to meet this demand, S&B has built a legacy of delivering lasting value through strong relationships rooted in continuity, collaboration and shared accountability.
Strategic alignment drives success
Whether modernizing a petrochemical plant, executing decarbonization initiatives or maintaining assets at a chemical facility, owners need a partner who understands their operations and priorities. That’s why S&B engages early, adapts as strategies evolve and stays actively involved across the project lifecycle. We remain focused on clear communication, seamless execution and a commitment to high-quality outcomes to ensure S&B transitions from a vendor to a strategic contributor.
A long-term partner
Many of S&B’s lasting relationships began with a single project, such as a critical upgrade, a fast-track revamp or a feasibility study. For example, one such partnership began as engineering support for a single U.S. Gulf Coast facility. Close collaboration led to a successful outcome, which soon expanded to multiple sites across Texas and Louisiana. Today, this has evolved into a multi-year, multi-site alliance based on trust, performance and shared goals.
Some of S&B’s alliances span decades. We have supported customers through changes in ownership, adapting alongside them while remaining a steady presence. At one major U.S. Gulf Coast facility, S&B has been a fixture since the 1980s, longer than many current on-site employees. These long-standing relationships are built on a track record of performance, adaptability and shared commitment.
Integration at the core
In chemical and refining environments, where operational continuity and safety are paramount, our embedded teams provide seamless integration that accelerates progress and mitigates risk. These teams are placed within customer organizations and often operate from customer sites. This proximity enables faster decision-making, more effective problem-solving and early alignment on everything from constructability to procurement. Working side by side with customers fosters real-time insight and responsiveness to ensure successful outcomes.
For large integrated energy operators, capability and consistency across multiple facilities are crucial. That’s why S&B delivers standardized processes, safety protocols and performance tracking that spans sites while respecting the needs of each location. While local teams operate with autonomy and accountability, we remain aligned with broader, strategic project goals.
Safety as the foundation
Safety underpins every project at S&B. It’s more than a metric. It’s a culture. In fact, S&B integrates Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles into our leadership philosophy around safety and operational excellence. This approach enables consistently safe, stable and reliable operations while empowering teams to drive continuous learning and improvement. As a result, S&B has continually earned national recognition. In 2025, we received the Associated Builders and Contractors’ National Safety Pinnacle Award for our industry-leading safety performance.
For customers, a strong safety culture builds trust. For our teams, it fosters pride and ownership. It is often the first thing evaluated in a partnership and the last thing remembered when it is time to re-engage.
Looking ahead
As energy companies focus on long-term value and operational excellence, they turn to partners who understand how work is done. S&B brings the experience, insight and reliability to meet that challenge head-on. We deliver solutions that grow with our customers because the most valuable thing a partner can build is trust.
This article was originally published in the Houston Business Journal on July 1, 2025. Reproduced with permission.