Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Heavy Highway Construction Services in Philadelphia
Since 1981, James J Anderson Construction has established itself as a trusted heavy highway contractor serving Philadelphia and surrounding areas. We began as a small milling contractor and have grown into a full-service civil construction firm capable of handling complex infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans concrete paving, structural work, drainage systems, and foundation piling, supported by advanced GPS technology for precision engineering. Safety remains our top priority, maintained through a dedicated environmental health and safety department that conducts regular audits and provides OSHA-approved training.We take pride in our long-standing partnerships with state transportation departments and private clients, delivering over $500 million in combined project value through landmark initiatives like the GR3 and GR4 interstate reconstructions. Our commitment to quality extends to emergency equipment rentals and specialized ADA-compliant ramp installations across the region.
Services
Concrete Paving
Structures
Excavation
Drainage
Piling
Foundations
ADA Ramp Construction
Equipment Rentals
Asphalt Paving
Concrete Patching
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of Pennsylvania construction expertise
- Our team utilizes advanced GPS grade control technology
- We maintain a full-time environmental health and safety department
- Our company holds multiple industry safety council memberships
- We offer 24/7 equipment rentals for emergency response needs
Associations and certifications
- ISNetworld
- Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council
- National Safety Council
- National Contractors Insurance 'Risk Control Award of Excellence'
- American Red Cross
Services
Concrete Paving
Our concrete paving division utilizes state-of-the-art GPS grade control technology for precision work ranging from interstate highways to airport aprons. We specialize in slipform paving techniques for curbs, gutters, and large-scale infrastructure projects. Our experienced team ensures accurate elevation control and material consistency across all paving applications.
Structures
We construct complex heavy highway structures including elevated viaducts and bridge systems. Our expertise is demonstrated through major projects like GR3 and GR4 that required building approximately 1.5 miles of elevated roadway structures. We handle all aspects of structural concrete placement and reinforcement.
Drainage
Our drainage solutions include installation of ductile iron pipe and reinforced concrete pipe systems. We design and implement comprehensive water management systems for highway projects, ensuring proper runoff control and infrastructure longevity through precision grading and material selection.
Equipment Rentals
We offer emergency equipment rentals from our extensive fleet of construction machinery. This service provides temporary access to specialized equipment for urgent response situations or supplemental needs during large-scale projects across Pennsylvania's construction industry.
ADA Ramp Construction
Our ADA-compliant ramp installations meet federal accessibility standards for public spaces. We specialize in constructing safe, code-compliant pedestrian pathways throughout Philadelphia and surrounding areas, incorporating textured surfaces and appropriate slope gradients for universal accessibility.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in heavy highway infrastructure including roads, bridges, drainage systems, and airport runways across Pennsylvania.
Are you equipped for large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, with over $500 million in completed projects including major interstate reconstructions like GR3 and GR4.
Do you offer emergency construction services?
We provide 24/7 equipment rentals for emergency response and maintain rapid deployment capabilities for critical infrastructure needs.
How do you ensure worksite safety?
Our full-time safety department conducts audits, provides OSHA training, and maintains American Red Cross certifications for all construction teams.
Can you handle specialized paving requirements?
Our GPS-guided paving systems ensure precision for both standard roadways and complex airport apron installations.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Pennsylvania with primary focus areas including Philadelphia, Bucks County, and surrounding regions.
