Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Design Build Partner in Massachusetts
For over 35 years, Dacon Corporation has specialized in transforming buildings into strategic assets that drive business success. Our design-build methodology combines architectural innovation with construction expertise to create spaces that enhance productivity, foster growth, and reflect core brand values. With a focus on collaboration and transparency, we deliver tailored solutions across healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and commercial sectors. Our Guaranteed Maximum Pricing model ensures cost predictability while maintaining uncompromising quality.Backed by decades of experience and a team of certified professionals, we prioritize client partnerships to achieve optimal outcomes. Our commitment to sustainable practices and technical excellence has established us as a trusted leader in the construction industry. We serve clients throughout Massachusetts and beyond, offering personalized service and proven expertise in complex project delivery.
Services
Design Build Construction
Healthcare Facilities
Life Science Spaces
Manufacturing Plants
Office Renovations
Cold Storage Facilities
Distribution Centers
Special Projects
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of design-build expertise across multiple industries
- Guaranteed Maximum Pricing model ensures cost predictability
- Integrated architecture and construction teams for seamless delivery
- Proven track record with complex healthcare and manufacturing facilities
- Sustainability-focused solutions that reduce long-term operational costs
Services
Design Build Construction
Our design-build methodology combines architectural design and construction management under one contract. This approach streamlines decision-making, reduces project timelines by 30-50%, and ensures cost transparency through early budget establishment. Clients benefit from unified accountability and seamless coordination between design and construction teams.
Healthcare Facilities
We create specialized healthcare environments including hospitals, clinics, and research labs. Our expertise includes compliance with HIPAA regulations, infection control protocols, and medical equipment integration. Projects incorporate flexible layouts for future technology upgrades while maintaining strict safety standards for patient care environments.
Manufacturing Plants
Our manufacturing facility solutions include production floor layouts, material handling systems, and process-driven space planning. We implement lean construction principles to optimize workflow efficiency while meeting OSHA safety requirements. Projects incorporate durable materials and scalable infrastructure for future production capacity expansion.
Cold Storage Facilities
We design and construct temperature-controlled storage facilities with advanced insulation systems, refrigeration equipment integration, and energy-efficient HVAC solutions. Our facilities maintain precise temperature zones for food safety compliance while optimizing energy consumption through smart building technologies and thermal envelope construction.
Office Renovations
Our office renovation services transform existing spaces into modern, functional work environments. We specialize in adaptive reuse projects that balance aesthetic upgrades with infrastructure improvements, incorporating flexible workspaces, technology integration, and sustainable materials to enhance employee productivity and brand identity.
People
Kevin Quinn
President / CEO
With over 25 years in construction leadership, Kevin Quinn directs Dacon Corporation's strategic vision while maintaining hands-on project oversight. He champions the company's design-build philosophy, emphasizing client collaboration and innovative solutions for complex construction challenges across multiple industries.
Armand Souliere
Vice President / COO
Licensed Professional Engineer Armand Souliere manages daily operations and technical execution. His expertise in structural systems and construction methodologies ensures rigorous quality control across all projects, from healthcare facilities to industrial complexes, while mentoring emerging engineering talent.
Daryl Carter
Director of Architecture
As AIA-certified lead designer, Daryl Carter bridges architectural vision with functional requirements. He specializes in creating spaces that align with clients' operational goals, particularly in healthcare and commercial sectors, while maintaining strict adherence to building codes and sustainability standards.
John Bradshaw
Director of Project Management
John Bradshaw oversees project execution from concept to completion. With PMP certification and 20+ years in construction management, he ensures timely delivery through risk mitigation strategies, resource optimization, and implementation of lean construction practices across diverse facility types.
Ken Hyszczak
Director of Design
Leading the design team, Ken Hyszczak integrates aesthetic vision with technical requirements. His background in architectural technology informs solutions that balance creative expression with functional performance, particularly in complex healthcare and industrial projects requiring specialized spatial planning.
Questions
What is design-build construction?
Design-build is a streamlined approach where one entity handles both design and construction, ensuring better coordination, faster delivery, and single-point accountability for your project.
How does your Guaranteed Maximum Pricing work?
Our GMP model locks in your maximum project cost early, including contingencies, to eliminate budget surprises while maintaining quality standards and transparency throughout construction.
Which industries do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, cold storage, and commercial sectors, delivering facilities that meet specialized regulatory requirements and operational needs.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our integrated teams use BIM technology, implement rigorous quality control protocols, and maintain continuous client communication to ensure every detail meets specifications and industry standards.
Can you handle complex renovation projects?
Yes, we specialize in occupied facility renovations with phased construction plans that maintain operations continuity while upgrading critical infrastructure and systems.
