Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Structural & Industrial Concrete Contractors in Birmingham, AL
Founded in 1989, Ard Contracting has established itself as a leader in structural and industrial concrete construction across the Southeast. Our team brings decades of combined experience, specializing in delivering high-quality projects from preconstruction to completion. With expertise in both structural concrete and industrial applications, we serve diverse sectors including steel mills, light manufacturing, and commercial building construction. Our commitment to safety, quality, and value drives every project, supported by a workforce averaging nearly 20 years of industry experience. We self-perform critical aspects of concrete work, ensuring precision and efficiency from excavation to post-tensioning installation.Recognized by Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama with the 2018 Cornerstone Award, our reputation reflects our dedication to excellence. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, we maintain strong local market knowledge while serving regional needs. Our mission prioritizes client satisfaction through transparent communication and adherence to rigorous safety standards. With over 30 years of experience in concrete construction and two decades focused on wireless telecom projects, we combine technical expertise with innovative solutions. Our partnerships with industry leaders and focus on workforce development ensure we consistently meet evolving client demands.
Services
Structural Concrete
Industrial Concrete
Wireless Telecom Construction
Concrete Construction
Turn-Key Concrete Contracting
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized concrete construction experience
- Our team averages nearly 20 years of industrial project expertise
- We self-perform critical concrete operations for greater control
- We maintain rigorous safety standards across all project phases
- Our regional market knowledge ensures efficient local execution
Services
Structural Concrete
Ard Contracting delivers comprehensive structural concrete solutions for commercial and institutional projects. Our capabilities include high-rise construction, formwork engineering, and post-tensioning installation. We handle projects from foundation excavation to final finishing, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with industry standards.
Industrial Concrete
Specializing in industrial applications, we provide concrete construction for steel mills, manufacturing facilities, and warehouses. Our expertise covers heavy-duty flooring systems, equipment foundations, and specialized concrete formulations. We address unique industrial requirements while maintaining strict safety and operational standards.
Wireless Telecom Construction
With two decades of experience, we construct concrete infrastructure for wireless communication facilities. Our services include tower foundations, equipment shelters, and site preparation. We understand the technical demands of telecom projects and deliver solutions that support reliable network infrastructure.
People
Garry Ard
Founder
Civil engineering graduate from Auburn University with 10 years of international construction experience before founding Ard Contracting in 1989. Recipient of the 2018 Cornerstone Award for industry leadership.
Jimmy Ard
Partner
Joined the company in 1991 after six years in commercial construction. Auburn University civil engineering graduate with extensive expertise in industrial concrete projects and operational management.
Jett Hawk
Director of Business Development
Leads business growth initiatives and client relations. Focuses on expanding market reach while maintaining the company's commitment to quality and safety standards in concrete construction services.
Questions
What concrete construction services do you offer?
We specialize in structural concrete for commercial buildings, industrial concrete for manufacturing facilities, and wireless telecom infrastructure projects.
How long have you been in business?
Ard Contracting has delivered concrete solutions since 1989, with our founders bringing decades of prior industry experience.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in the Southeastern United States, with project experience across multiple states.
Can you handle complex concrete projects?
Yes, we self-perform critical operations including excavation, formwork, and post-tensioning for complete project control.
How do you ensure project safety?
We maintain rigorous safety protocols across all projects, with regular training and compliance monitoring for all personnel.
