Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Vermont Construction Services Since 1970
Founded in 1970, E. F. Wall has established itself as a leading construction services provider in Vermont and Western New Hampshire. Our team of highly skilled professionals brings decades of combined experience in General Contracting, Construction Management, and Design-Build project delivery. We prioritize integrity, quality construction, and a collaborative approach to meet client needs across institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors. With an average team tenure of 20 years and construction expertise spanning 29 years, we deliver award-winning projects that emphasize energy efficiency, sustainable building practices, and long-term value. Our in-house capabilities include self-performance of critical trades, ensuring complete project control and client satisfaction.Recognized with LEED certifications and industry awards, we maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to provide competitive pricing and exceptional service. Our leadership team, including third-generation owners Kevin and Robert Lord Jr., remains actively involved in every project. We serve diverse sectors including healthcare, education, government, and manufacturing, with 80% of our business coming from repeat clients. Our commitment extends beyond projects to ethical partnerships, employee safety, and community development. This enduring philosophy has sustained our growth and reputation for over five decades.
Services
General Contracting
Construction Management
Design-Build Services
Historic Preservation
Industrial Construction
Institutional Construction
Office Renovations
Sustainable Building
Project Management
Safety Services
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of construction experience with third-generation leadership involvement
- Our in-house team self-performs 12+ critical construction trades for complete project control
- We maintain LEED-certified sustainable building expertise and practices
- Our collaborative approach has earned 80% repeat client business
- We have financial strength to handle projects from thousands to tens of millions
Associations and certifications
- LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design)
What people say
Exceptional work
Completed on schedule
Under budget results
Supremely professional team
Minimized operational impact
Services
Design-Build Services
Our Design-Build delivery method combines programming, design, and construction under one contract. With 45+ years of experience, we provide single-source responsibility, value engineering, and guaranteed pricing. This collaborative approach ensures projects balance functionality, aesthetics, budget, and schedule while maintaining LEED-certified sustainable practices.
Construction Management
We offer comprehensive Construction Management services coordinating architects, subcontractors, and owners throughout project phases. Our team provides early cost estimation, design input, and schedule control while maintaining transparency. This method ensures alignment with client goals across healthcare, education, and commercial sectors through proven risk management techniques.
General Contracting
Our General Contracting services follow the Design/Bid/Build model with competitive pricing from trusted subcontractors. We manage projects from foundation to completion with financial capacity for contracts ranging from $10,000 to $50M+. Our bonding strength and 95% on-time completion rate make us Vermont's preferred bidder for complex institutional projects.
Historic Preservation
Specializing in historic building restoration, we combine modern construction techniques with period-appropriate materials. Our team has completed over 20 landmark preservation projects including university buildings and government facilities. We maintain original architectural integrity while updating structures for modern functionality and energy efficiency standards.
Sustainable Green Building
We implement cutting-edge technologies for energy-efficient buildings that exceed LEED certification requirements. Our sustainable practices include solar integration, advanced insulation systems, and recycled material usage. These solutions reduce operational costs by 30%+ while maintaining aesthetic appeal and structural longevity across commercial and institutional projects.
People
E. Frank Wall
Founder
E. Frank Wall co-founded the company in 1970 and established its reputation for integrity and quality construction. His leadership laid the foundation for the firm's collaborative approach and commitment to excellence in Vermont's construction industry.
Robert Lord Sr.
President 1983-1994
Robert Lord Sr. served as President from 1983-1994, expanding the company's capabilities in Construction Management and Design-Build services. His leadership helped establish E.F. Wall as a regional leader in commercial construction projects across Vermont.
Kevin Lord
Co-Owner
Kevin Lord, second-generation owner, oversees project administration and management. With 30+ years of experience, he ensures operational excellence and maintains the company's founding principles while driving innovation in construction methodologies and client service.
Robert Lord Jr.
Co-Owner
Robert Lord Jr., second-generation owner, manages staffing and project execution. Having joined in the 1970s, he brings deep institutional knowledge and hands-on leadership to maintain E.F. Wall's reputation for quality and reliability.
Marcel Metayer
Supervisor
Marcel Metayer serves as senior project supervisor with 25+ years of experience managing complex institutional projects. His expertise in construction scheduling and quality control ensures timely delivery of high-performance buildings across Vermont's healthcare and education sectors.
Questions
What construction services do you offer in Vermont?
We provide General Contracting, Construction Management, and Design-Build services across Vermont and Western New Hampshire, specializing in institutional, commercial, and industrial projects.
How long has E.F. Wall been in business?
We've served Vermont since 1970, making us one of the state's most experienced construction firms with over 50 years of continuous operation.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, our financial strength and bonding capacity support projects from $10,000 to $50M+ with 95% on-time completion across healthcare, education, and government sectors.
Are your projects LEED certified?
We have multiple LEED-certified projects and specialize in sustainable building practices that reduce energy costs while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic value.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our 65+ skilled tradespeople with 10-hour OSHA training perform 12+ critical construction trades in-house, ensuring quality control from foundation to final finishes.
