Associated Builders and Contractors - B.R. (Pelican)

Associated Builders and Contractors – B.R. (Pelican) is a construction industry training organization located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Operating under the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) national framework, the chapter provides apprenticeship and craft training programs for workers in the commercial and industrial construction sectors.

The organization offers training in skilled construction trades including craft areas such as electrical, pipefitting, HVAC, welding, and other building trades. Programs follow the ABC NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) curriculum, leading to industry-recognized credentials and apprenticeship completions.

Baton Rouge is a major industrial and construction hub in Louisiana, with significant activity in petrochemical, commercial, and infrastructure construction. The Pelican chapter of ABC serves contractors and craft workers throughout the Capital Region, providing training that supports the development of a skilled construction workforce in south Louisiana.