Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Apex, NC
Racanelli Construction, with offices in Apex, North Carolina and Melville, New York, is a third-generation construction company with over six decades of experience. Our expertise spans general construction, design/build, pre-engineered buildings, and construction management across diverse sectors including Retail, Corporate, Educational, Hospitality, Industrial, Municipal, Healthcare, and Multi-family Residential. We prioritize quality, integrity, and client satisfaction, delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and sustainability.Our team combines industry-specific expertise with a proactive approach to pre-construction planning, ensuring cost containment and adherence to schedules. Recognized as a regional leader, we offer end-to-end services from concept to completion, supported by LEED-certified professionals and a proven track record in complex projects.
Services
General Contracting
Design/Build
Construction Management
Pre-Engineered Buildings
LEED Services
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Third-generation construction expertise since 1965 with nationwide project experience.
- OSHA-certified team maintaining safety standards exceeding industry averages.
- LEED-certified professionals for sustainable and environmentally friendly construction.
- Full-service design/build capabilities with guaranteed maximum pricing.
- Proven track record in complex projects across 10+ industry sectors.
Associations and certifications
- OSHA
- LEED Accredited Professionals
Services
General Contracting
Racanelli provides comprehensive general contracting services, managing all aspects of construction projects from bidding to completion. Our team ensures quality control, cost efficiency, and timely delivery through competitive subcontractor coordination and proven project execution strategies.
Design/Build
Our integrated design/build methodology combines in-house expertise with external architects to deliver cohesive projects. This approach streamlines decision-making, establishes guaranteed maximum pricing, and ensures alignment between design intent and construction execution for commercial and industrial clients.
Construction Management
As construction managers, we guide clients through every project phase from feasibility studies to municipal approvals. Our services include budget preparation, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and performance against guaranteed maximum pricing to ensure project success.
Pre-Engineered Buildings
Leveraging 20+ years of experience with Ceco Building Systems, we deliver customized pre-engineered metal buildings tailored to clients' functional needs. Solutions include energy-efficient structures for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and municipal applications with integrated design/build capabilities.
LEED Services
Our LEED-certified professionals specialize in sustainable construction practices aligned with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards. We provide expert guidance on material selection, energy efficiency, and certification processes to achieve environmentally responsible building outcomes.
People
Edward Dreyer
President
Licensed general contractor in North and South Carolina with a Construction Management degree. Oversees business strategy, profitability, and growth initiatives for Racanelli's Southeast operations while maintaining strong municipal relationships.
Scott Drebitko
Vice President
Licensed contractor in three states with civil engineering expertise. Manages project execution across scheduling, quality control, and client satisfaction metrics while maintaining multi-state regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Nick Racanelli
Vice President
30-year industry veteran with executive leadership experience. Directs strategic operations for both NC and NY divisions, leveraging field-to-executive expertise in project estimating, client relations, and construction management.
Peter Muzzillo
Project Manager
Certified construction manager with OSHA-30 credentials. Manages full project lifecycles from budgeting to execution, coordinating with architects and subcontractors to deliver complex commercial projects on time and within scope.
Scott Wood
Superintendent
36-year construction veteran with 26 years as superintendent. Oversees safety, scheduling, and quality control across diverse project types including retail, healthcare, and public safety facilities while maintaining OSHA-30 compliance.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide general contracting, design/build, construction management, pre-engineered buildings, and LEED-certified green building services across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
Which areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include North Carolina and New York, with project experience across multiple states through regional partnerships and office locations.
How do you ensure construction safety?
We maintain OSHA-certified teams, conduct regular site inspections, and provide ongoing safety training to exceed industry standards and minimize workplace risks.
What is your design/build process?
Our integrated process combines in-house expertise with client collaboration to establish guaranteed pricing, streamline approvals, and deliver cohesive projects from concept to completion.
Do you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our LEED-accredited professionals manage sustainable construction projects, guiding clients through certification requirements and eco-friendly building practices.
