We’re proud to share that Highmark Companies has received the Top 200 Workplaces Award by the Star Tribune, ranking 7th in the midsize category. Unlike other programs, the Top Workplaces Award is determined exclusively by employee feedback and is based on surveys emailed to company employees. Our team members were surveyed about key aspects of workplace culture, including leadership, communication, growth opportunities, and overall job satisfaction.
We don’t take lightly the role we play in the lives of our employees, and we’re honored to have received this award. Our purpose—Building trust with amazing people, great families, and exceptional products—guides us in everything we do.
What Our Employees Say
We asked our employees what makes Highmark a great place to work, and their responses were both humbling and energizing. These three themes rose to the top:
- Strong, supportive culture
- Empowerment and growth
- Pride in our work and projects
“What I love most about working at Highmark Builders is the strong, values-driven culture. The team is collaborative, supportive, and truly committed to excellence—it’s a place where your work is respected, your voice is heard, and you’re empowered to grow.”
-Ashley, Interior Designer
“What I like most about working at Highmark Builders is the core values we hold and the culture that surrounds them. This fosters a team environment that is contagious. Everyone is willing to help and truly wants each other to succeed.”
-Breann, Production Manager
“The people are what I enjoy the most about working at Highmark. When you’re surrounded by great human beings that are extremely talented in what they do, it drives me to be better and stronger with everything that I do.”
-Matt, Vice President
“Every day is different; no two projects are ever the same, which makes work fresh and exciting! The focus on quality products and exceptional customer service makes me proud to work at Highmark!”
-Lisa, Project Coordinator
“What I like most about working at Highmark is the opportunity to work with a uniquely talented group of people and other resources to deliver an exceptional product to our clients.”
-Eric, Senior Project Manager
“I love the feeling that we are one big family. No matter what happens in our day-to-day responsibilities within this family, there is always someone around to support you no matter what.”
-Arch, Warranty Manager
Our Values Speak Volumes
Another guiding principle is our value system. Highmark conveys its values with the acronym W.I.D.T.H, which stands for:
WISE | INTENTIONAL | DRIVEN | TRUSTWORTHY | HUMBLE
These five core values are at the center of all employee decisions and spread into every department. The W.I.D.T.H of Highmark’s foundation is built by the strong character of its employees, and these values are used to attract and retain the best talent in the industry.
