Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Veteran-Owned Construction Solutions for Federal Agencies
Founded in 1999 by Marine Corps Veterans Malcolm Gibson and Sean P. Harmon, ESA South combines decades of construction expertise with operational excellence to deliver high-quality design-build solutions. Our team specializes in federal, military, healthcare, and disaster relief projects, leveraging over 25 years of experience to execute complex assignments globally. With 200+ completed projects and a bonding capacity of $400M, we prioritize client satisfaction through innovative methodologies and a workforce trained in specialized certifications like Healthcare Construction and ICRA compliance.Our veteran-led culture emphasizes sustainable growth, strategic partnerships, and rapid response capabilities, including deploying disaster relief teams within 24 hours. We maintain rigorous quality control standards while expanding our U.S. footprint through new offices and collaborative relationships.
Services
Design-Build Construction
Disaster Relief
Healthcare Construction
Temporary Housing
Federal Projects
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned firm with 25+ years of federal construction expertise
- Completed 200+ projects with $400M bonding capacity
- Specialized healthcare construction certifications for patient safety
- Disaster response teams deploy within 24 hours nationwide
- Professional engineers and architecture partnerships for design-build excellence
Associations and certifications
- SDVOSB
Services
Disaster Relief
ESA South provides rapid disaster recovery services including blue roof installation, debris management, and structural repairs. Our teams deploy within 24 hours to address hurricane damage, flooding, and other emergencies. With experience in 15+ disaster missions and $50M+ project capacity, we maintain compliance with federal regulations while ensuring swift restoration of critical infrastructure.
Healthcare Construction
We specialize in constructing code-compliant healthcare environments requiring infection control, life safety planning, and air quality management. Our teams hold ASHE certifications and have modernized facilities serving 3.4M+ veterans. Projects include clinics, laboratories, and behavioral health units with strict adherence to JCAHO and VA standards through design-build methodologies.
Design-Build Construction
Our in-house engineers collaborate with vetted architecture firms to deliver full-cycle construction solutions. This approach streamlines project timelines while maintaining quality control through constructability reviews. We manage contracts ranging from $30M to $100M for federal agencies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and client specifications across military, healthcare, and technology sectors.
Temporary Housing
We deploy ADA-compliant modular housing units for veteran transitional programs. These 8'x20' containerized homes include kitchenettes, climate control, and safety features with 30-day installation timelines. Our turnkey approach covers logistics, code compliance, and infrastructure setup to support homelessness intervention initiatives for government agencies.
Federal Projects
As a verified SDVOSB, we execute large-scale federal assignments with bonding capacity up to $400M aggregate. Our portfolio includes VA medical center modernizations, Army base electrical upgrades, and disaster recovery contracts for USACE. We maintain strict adherence to FAR compliance and quality control protocols across all government partnerships.
People
Malcolm Gibson
Vice Chairman Emeritus
Co-founder with 30+ years in construction, previously leading EnviroSafe Air. Served as CEO during ESA South's formative years, establishing its construction industry reputation through strategic leadership and operational excellence in federal projects.
Sean P. Harmon
President/CEO
Co-founder and operational leader who transitioned ESA South from local firm to federal contractor. Oversees strategic growth initiatives and maintains veteran-focused business practices. Directs executive leadership team in expanding nationwide service capabilities while ensuring core values remain intact.
Jim Baker
COO
Manages day-to-day operations with focus on process optimization. Implements growth strategies across departments while maintaining quality standards. Coordinates regional managers to ensure efficient execution of concurrent large-scale projects nationwide.
David Sharp
CFO
Financial strategist overseeing budget management for $50M+ projects. Ensures fiscal compliance with government contracts and maintains bonding capacity. Directs accounting teams in financial reporting and risk management for nationwide operations.
Craig Olson
VP Operations
Leads operations teams with emphasis on project execution excellence. Coordinates logistics for disaster response deployments and healthcare construction timelines. Implements safety protocols across all field operations while mentoring regional management staff.
Questions
What construction services does ESA South specialize in?
We focus on federal, military, healthcare facilities, disaster relief, and design-build projects with expertise in code-compliant temporary housing solutions.
How quickly can ESA South respond to disasters?
Our teams deploy within 24 hours to provide blue roof installation, debris management, and emergency repairs for hurricane, flood, or structural damage scenarios.
Are you a veteran-owned business?
Yes, we're a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 1999 by Marine Corps Veterans with ongoing federal contracting expertise.
What healthcare construction certifications do you hold?
Our teams maintain American Society of Healthcare Engineering certifications and strict compliance with infection control, life safety, and VA medical construction standards.
What project sizes do you handle?
We manage contracts from $30M to $100M+ with $400M aggregate bonding capacity for federal agencies, military installations, and healthcare institutions.
How do you ensure construction quality?
We implement rigorous quality control through in-house engineers, constructability reviews, and partnerships with experienced architecture firms for all project phases.
