Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Solutions in Gorham, ME
Founded in 1988, Great Falls Construction has established itself as a premier Construction Management, Design-Build, and General Contracting firm serving Northern New England. Our team combines meticulous craftsmanship with a commitment to customer service, delivering high-quality projects across diverse industries including municipal, commercial, educational, residential, historical, medical, and retail sectors. We leverage our extensive network of trade partners and suppliers to ensure optimal project outcomes while maintaining a focus on quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Our expertise in project planning, budgeting, and execution enables us to consistently complete projects on time and within budget through continuous equipment upgrades and staff training. We specialize in design-build solutions, construction management, and general contracting, offering single-source responsibility and streamlined project delivery.Our preconstruction services and accurate project estimating ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining design integrity. With decades of experience, we prioritize constructability knowledge, industry relationships, and cutting-edge technology to meet evolving construction challenges. Our team actively engages in safety training and industry trend updates to maintain leadership in construction practices. We serve clients throughout Maine and New Hampshire, providing personalized consultations and tailored solutions for projects of all sizes. Our founding principle of serving people through expert project execution continues to guide our approach to every client relationship.
Services
Construction Management
Design-Build Services
General Contracting
Preconstruction Planning
Project Estimating
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of construction experience across diverse industries
- Our team maintains strong relationships with design and subcontractor professionals
- We guarantee on-time and on-budget project completion through advanced planning
- Our experts utilize the newest construction technology and software
- We provide single-source responsibility for design-build projects
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide comprehensive oversight of all project phases from conceptual development to completion. We coordinate with architects, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure timely execution while maintaining quality standards. Our team handles permit acquisition, budget tracking, and quality control programs to deliver maximum value for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
Design-Build Services
Great Falls' design-build methodology offers single-source responsibility for complete project delivery. We manage both design and construction under one contract, streamlining processes and reducing administrative burdens. This approach saves time and costs while ensuring cohesive execution for municipal buildings, schools, and luxury residential projects throughout Maine.
General Contracting
Our general contracting services cover complete project supervision for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. With extensive subcontractor networks and industry expertise, we deliver renovations and new constructions on schedule and within budget. Our experience spans multiple sectors including healthcare, education, and retail construction projects.
Preconstruction Planning
Great Falls' preconstruction services establish solid foundations for successful projects. We conduct feasibility studies, budget development, site surveys, and permit requirements analysis before construction begins. Our team employs advanced technologies to optimize planning while maintaining focus on client design goals and budgetary constraints.
Project Estimating
Our project estimating services provide accurate cost projections for labor, materials, and equipment. We analyze site access, utility availability, and historical project data to create reliable budgets. This precision in cost forecasting contributes to our consistent track record of meeting financial targets and client satisfaction across diverse construction projects.
People
Jon Smith
Founder/Owner/President
Jon Smith founded Great Falls Construction in 1988 and leads as President. With over 35 years in the industry, he drives strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in major projects across Northern New England.
Cynthia Smith
Founder/Owner/Vice President
Cynthia Smith co-founded Great Falls Construction and serves as Vice President. She plays a key role in business development and operational strategy, leveraging decades of construction industry experience to support the company's growth and client relationships.
Julie Curran
Managing Director
Julie Curran oversees daily operations as Managing Director. With extensive construction management experience, she ensures efficient project execution while maintaining quality standards across all service lines including commercial, residential, and municipal projects.
Darren Shiers
Director of Operations
Darren Shiers manages operational logistics as Director of Operations. He coordinates project teams and subcontractors to maintain schedule adherence, applying his construction industry expertise to optimize resource allocation and project delivery efficiency.
Deborah Callahan
Chief Finance Officer
Deborah Callahan, CPA, directs financial operations as Chief Finance Officer. She manages budget tracking, cost control, and financial reporting systems that support the company's consistent on-budget project delivery and sustainable business growth.
Questions
What construction services does Great Falls offer?
We provide Construction Management, Design-Build, General Contracting, Preconstruction Planning, and Project Estimating services for commercial, residential, municipal, and industrial projects.
How does Great Falls ensure project completion on time and budget?
Through continuous equipment upgrades, staff training, advanced construction technology, and precise cost estimating, we maintain a proven track record of meeting project timelines and financial targets.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Northern New England including Maine and New Hampshire, handling projects of various scales across diverse industries and construction types.
What industries do you work with?
We serve commercial, residential, municipal, educational, historical, medical, and retail sectors with customized construction solutions tailored to each industry's specific requirements.
Reviews (1)
Tim A.
Sep 07, 2019
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Horrible construction company. Site manager was a nightmare. Things stolen ,things broken, and they don't care. They will deny any wrong doing. Stay clear of these people. Caveat Emptor!
