Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Services in Central New Jersey
De Sapio Construction has been a family-owned and operated business since 1947, specializing in commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects. Our hands-on management approach ensures experienced craftsmen and quality materials meet client needs across all phases of construction, from site planning to maintenance. With over 77 years of experience in Central New Jersey, we offer competitive proposals through in-house excavation, concrete, masonry, and carpentry services. Bonded and pre-qualified with the State of New Jersey for projects up to $22 million, we serve Hunterdon, Mercer, Somerset, and Warren counties. Our expertise includes historic restoration, design-build solutions, and property management, reflecting our commitment to quality craftsmanship and affordability.As NJ SDA Certified Contractors and Category 5 Small Business Enterprise approved, we combine generational expertise with modern construction practices. Our teams 100+ combined years of experience ensure reliable execution of municipal buildings, schools, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects. We maintain a focus on client satisfaction through transparent communication and adherence to project timelines and budgets. Our legacy of trust and excellence continues through third-generation leadership dedicated to community development.
Services
General Construction
Construction Management
Design Build
Property Management
Site Development
Turn Key Construction
Ballistic Barriers
Building Maintenance
Real Estate Leasing
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We offer 77+ years of combined construction experience in Central New Jersey
- Our in-house teams handle excavation through finish carpentry for competitive pricing
- Bonded and pre-qualified for $22 million state projects
- Third-generation leadership maintains hands-on project oversight
- Specialized in historic restoration and modern industrial construction
Associations and certifications
- NJ SDA Certified Contractor
- Small Business Enterprise Category 5
Services
General Construction
De Sapio Construction delivers comprehensive general contracting services for commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. Our in-house teams handle excavation, concrete work, masonry, and carpentry to ensure quality control and competitive pricing. With state certification for projects up to $22 million, we execute new constructions and major renovations across Central New Jersey, maintaining hands-on oversight from foundation to finish.
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction management services coordinating all phases from site selection through final inspections. Our certified managers ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining budgetary control and timelines. With decades of local experience, we streamline approval processes and coordinate specialized subcontractors when required, maintaining our signature quality standards across municipal, educational, and industrial projects.
Design Build
Our design-build services combine architectural vision with construction expertise for efficient project delivery. This approach reduces timelines by overlapping design and construction phases while maintaining cost predictability. Particularly effective for industrial facilities and commercial spaces, our integrated process ensures functional designs that meet specific operational requirements while adhering to strict building codes and accessibility standards in Central New Jersey.
Property Management
We offer comprehensive property management services including preventive maintenance, tenant coordination, and facility upgrades. Our team handles day-to-day operations for commercial, industrial, and residential properties across Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Services include snow removal, parking lot maintenance, and emergency repairs, ensuring optimal property condition and tenant satisfaction through our responsive, locally-based management approach.
Historic Restoration
Specializing in historic preservation, we restore architecturally significant structures while maintaining original character. Our expertise includes rehabilitation of 20th-century buildings like the Olde Theatre Center and Ann Reno Barn. Using traditional techniques combined with modern efficiency upgrades, we ensure historical integrity meets contemporary functionality. This service requires specialized craftsmanship and deep understanding of period construction methods, which our experienced team has perfected over decades of local projects.
People
James L. De Sapio
President
With 51 years of construction experience, James De Sapio leads operations as President. A Notre Dame architecture graduate, he oversees project execution from design through completion while maintaining hands-on field involvement. His expertise spans commercial buildings, infrastructure projects, and historic preservation across Central New Jersey.
Anthony De Sapio Jr.
Secretary
Anthony De Sapio Jr. manages corporate operations with 41 years of construction industry experience. He oversees estimating, project management, and field supervision, continuing the family tradition established by his father. His technical expertise and business acumen ensure efficient project delivery and client satisfaction.
Questions
What construction services do you offer in Central New Jersey?
We provide full-service construction including general contracting, design-build solutions, property management, and historic restoration for commercial, industrial, and municipal projects across Hunterdon, Mercer, Somerset, and Warren counties.
How long has De Sapio Construction been in business?
Our family has been active in New Jersey construction since 1947, with the current corporation established in 1993. We combine three generations of local construction expertise with modern building practices.
Are you certified for state-funded projects?
Yes, we're NJ SDA Certified Contractors and pre-qualified by the State of New Jersey for projects up to $22 million, with Category 5 Small Business Enterprise approval.
Do you handle both new construction and renovations?
We specialize in all construction phases from ground-up developments to major renovations and historic restorations, maintaining quality control through our in-house teams for excavation, concrete, and carpentry work.
What property management services do you provide?
We manage commercial, industrial, and residential properties including maintenance coordination, tenant services, snow removal, and facility upgrades across Hunterdon and Warren Counties with responsive local oversight.
Can you handle large industrial construction projects?
Our capabilities include industrial facilities up to $22 million with in-house expertise for warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers. Recent projects include 100,000 SF facilities with specialized loading and utility requirements.
