Business Details
49 Years
experience
Premier Construction Services in New Jersey
Founded in 1977, Donnelly Construction has built a 45-year reputation for excellence in construction services. Our client-centric approach combines innovation, integrity, and performance across preconstruction, construction, renovation, and development projects. With in-house expertise spanning budgeting, value engineering, and project management, we deliver cost-efficient solutions for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Our three divisionsGeneral Contracting, Energy, and Facilities Servicesprovide comprehensive resources, including over 100 employees with decades of collective experience.We maintain financial strength with a 95th percentile Dun & Bradstreet credit score, ensuring reliable execution of complex projects. Our merit shop model enables self-performance of critical trades through 60 skilled field workers, preventing schedule delays. Through continuous process improvement and adherence to core values like safety and craftsmanship, we exceed client expectations while maintaining sustainable growth even during economic downturns.
Services
Preconstruction
Construction
Renovation
Development
Project Management
EV Charging
Energy Efficiency
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 45+ years of continuous operation with proven construction expertise
- Integrated in-house resources including 100+ experienced professionals
- Value engineering services to optimize project budgets
- 95th percentile Dun & Bradstreet credit score for financial reliability
- Self-performing critical trades through 60 skilled field workers
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Smoothest delivery
Professional team
Value engineering
Outstanding workmanship
Services
Preconstruction
Our systematic preconstruction approach maximizes value through budgeting, estimating, value engineering, and constructability reviews. We conduct comprehensive scope analysis and risk assessments to establish realistic schedules and budgets. Our team provides material selection guidance and delivery method recommendations, ensuring projects start with clear parameters and minimized cost risks.
Construction
We deliver full-scale construction management with integrated coordination of architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Our experienced teams execute complex projects across commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors while maintaining strict quality control. Through proactive issue resolution and workflow optimization, we ensure timely completion without compromising safety or craftsmanship standards.
Renovation
Our renovation services transform existing spaces into modern, functional environments through strategic planning and phased execution. We specialize in minimizing operational disruption during upgrades while enhancing building functionality. Our process includes goal assessment, design development, and precise implementation to deliver spaces that support organizational growth and evolving needs.
Development
As a premier New Jersey developer, we manage commercial real estate projects from concept to completion. Our expertise spans retail, medical facilities, and mixed-use developments with comprehensive lifecycle management. We handle site selection, regulatory compliance, and construction coordination to deliver tailored properties that meet market demands and client objectives.
EV Charging
Our EV charging solutions combine infrastructure planning with turnkey installation services for commercial properties. We conduct site assessments and utility coordination to implement compliant charging stations. Through strategic partnerships with energy providers, we help businesses meet sustainability goals while preparing for future electrification requirements.
People
Rod Donnelly
Founder and CEO
With over 45 years in general contracting, Rod established Donnelly Construction's culture of excellence and expanded its capabilities through Donnelly Energy and Facilities Services. He maintains industry leadership through continuous innovation and strategic growth initiatives.
Chris Powers
President
A 40-year construction veteran, Chris oversees operations and business development. He ensures quality delivery across projects while mentoring executives to build long-term client relationships through his deep project management expertise.
Shahzad Khan
Chief Operations Officer
LEED AP-certified leader with engineering expertise, Shahzad manages estimating, project management, and procurement. His analytical approach delivers value engineering solutions and cost optimization for complex construction projects across multiple sectors.
Drew Struss
Chief Financial Officer
With 35+ years in finance, Drew manages accounting, budgeting, and tax compliance for Donnelly's three divisions. He oversees cash flow management and financial forecasting across the company's interconnected business entities.
Chris Donnelly
Vice President of Business Development
12-year construction industry veteran responsible for new business growth. He leverages experience in safety, project management, and real estate development to position Donnelly as a top regional general contractor through strategic marketing initiatives.
Questions
What construction services does Donnelly offer?
We provide preconstruction planning, construction management, renovation, commercial development, EV charging infrastructure, and energy efficiency solutions across New Jersey and surrounding states.
How long has Donnelly Construction been in business?
We've delivered construction services since 1977, maintaining continuous operation through economic cycles with our financial stability and conservative fiscal management.
What industries do you serve?
Our experience spans country clubs, schools, corporate offices, retail, medical facilities, restaurants, and hotels with specialized knowledge in each sector's construction requirements.
Do you handle complex renovation projects?
Yes, we specialize in transforming existing facilities while minimizing operational disruption through phased execution and strategic planning tailored to organizational growth needs.
What makes Donnelly different from other contractors?
Our integrated approach combines in-house expertise, financial strength with 95th percentile credit rating, and 60+ skilled field workers enabling self-performance of critical trades.
Are you licensed in multiple states?
We operate through four regional offices in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Florida, with capabilities to serve clients across the Northeast and Southeast regions.
