Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction in Knoxville
Whitson Construction is a family-owned commercial contractor founded on the principle of doing exactly what we commit to doing. With over three decades of experience, we specialize in delivering complex construction projects for healthcare, religious, commercial, and industrial clients across East Tennessee. Our approach emphasizes meticulous phasing, strategic planning, and consistent communication to ensure seamless execution.While we may not be the most visible name in the industry, our clients consistently return due to our unwavering attention to detail, transparent financial practices, and genuine commitment to treating every project as if it were our own. This philosophy has allowed us to build lasting partnerships with organizations that rely on their physical spaces to fulfill critical missions.
Services
New Construction
Renovation
Design-Build
Value-Engineering
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in commercial construction.
- Our team prioritizes integrity and honesty in every project.
- We handle all project phases from preconstruction to completion.
- We maintain transparent and consistent communication throughout.
- We specialize in complex projects requiring careful phasing and planning.
What people say
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Communication
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Top notch service
Services
New Construction
We deliver custom new construction solutions for commercial, healthcare, and industrial facilities. Our process ensures precise execution from groundbreaking to occupancy, with dedicated project managers maintaining schedule adherence and quality standards. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating regulatory requirements and integrating functional design elements tailored to their operational needs.
Renovation
Our renovation services transform existing spaces while minimizing operational disruption. We specialize in phased construction for occupied facilities, maintaining safety and accessibility throughout the process. With experience in healthcare and religious institutions, we balance historical preservation with modern functionality to meet evolving client requirements.
Design-Build
Our design-build approach streamlines construction by combining architectural design and contracting under one team. This method reduces project timelines and costs while maintaining design integrity. Clients receive coordinated solutions where technical feasibility and budget considerations are addressed simultaneously throughout the development process.
Value-Engineering
We implement value-engineering strategies to maximize project efficiency without compromising quality. Our team analyzes material selections, construction methods, and design elements to identify cost-effective alternatives that maintain functional requirements. This approach ensures clients achieve their project goals within budget constraints while maintaining structural integrity.
People
H. Stephen Whitson
President & CEO
With over 30 years in commercial construction, Stephen leads Whitson Construction's strategic vision. He ensures every project maintains our founding principles of integrity, technical excellence, and client-focused execution across healthcare, religious, and industrial sectors.
Jeff Wilkins
Vice President, Senior Project Manager
Jeff oversees complex project execution with 25+ years of construction management experience. He specializes in coordinating multi-phase builds for occupied facilities, ensuring minimal disruption while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls for healthcare and commercial clients.
Ocean Carlson
Business Development
Ocean connects clients with tailored construction solutions, leveraging 15 years of industry knowledge. He focuses on understanding client missions to align project strategies with organizational goals, particularly for religious institutions and nonprofit organizations seeking facility improvements.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, religious, commercial, and industrial construction projects across East Tennessee.
How long has Whitson Construction been in business?
Our team has over 30 years of combined experience delivering construction solutions in the Knoxville area.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Knoxville, Oak Ridge, and surrounding East Tennessee communities.
How do you handle communication during construction projects?
We maintain daily updates and transparent reporting through designated project managers to ensure clients remain informed throughout every project phase.
What sets your construction services apart?
Our client-focused approach combines technical expertise with integrity, treating every project as if it were our own while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
