Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Commercial Construction Services in Texas
Founded in 1979, Jamail & Smith Construction has built a reputation as a trusted commercial construction partner with over four decades of experience. Our team specializes in delivering high-quality construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of government, education, healthcare, religious facilities, and commercial clients. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to exact specifications. With expertise in renovation, disaster recovery, emergency response, and preconstruction services, we serve as an extension of our clients' teams across Texas.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our proven processes, extensive subcontractor network, and a focus on resolving complex construction challenges efficiently. Headquartered in Houston with offices in Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas, we combine local market knowledge with nationwide capabilities to meet diverse project demands.
Services
Renovation
Maintenance & Repair
Disaster Recovery
Emergency Response
Preconstruction Services
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in commercial construction across Texas
- Our team specializes in emergency response and disaster recovery solutions
- We maintain a proven process for completing projects on schedule and within budget
- Our extensive subcontractor network supports diverse construction needs
- We serve as an extension of client teams with collaborative problem-solving
Services
Renovation
Jamail & Smith Construction transforms existing spaces to enhance functionality and aesthetics. Our process begins with identifying client goals, developing detailed scopes of work, and creating project proposals. We conduct preconstruction meetings to align all stakeholders before executing renovations that improve building performance and user experience.
Maintenance & Repair
We provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and exterior building systems. Our team specializes in corrective and preventative maintenance, addressing deferred maintenance initiatives while preserving building quality standards through our pre-qualified subcontractor network.
Disaster Recovery
Our disaster recovery services include pre-storm preparation, water extraction, debris removal, and rebuilding. With experience responding to hurricanes, floods, and winter storms, we help clients restore operations quickly after catastrophic events affecting their facilities and communities.
Emergency Response
We offer immediate response to urgent construction issues like burst pipes, HVAC failures, and roof collapses. Our team rapidly assesses damage, prepares repair scopes, and provides continuous updates to minimize operational disruptions for building occupants.
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction services help clients transform conceptual ideas into actionable construction plans. We provide value engineering solutions to optimize budgets while maintaining quality standards, supporting private construction clients from initial planning through project completion since the 1980s.
People
Jim Jamail
Founder
Jim Jamail founded the company in 1979 after starting his construction career working with his father. He developed the company's client-focused approach through decades of hands-on experience managing complex construction projects across Texas.
Greg Smith
Partner
Greg Smith joined Jamail Construction in 2005 with extensive construction management experience from his naval service and work with Brown & Root. He brought expertise in job order contracting that helped establish the company as Texas' premier JOC firm.
Devin Prior
Operations Manager
Devin Prior has served as Operations Manager since 2005, supporting all company operations. He has held multiple roles across the organization, developing comprehensive knowledge of the company's construction processes and service offerings.
Jennifer Trahan
Vice President of Finance and Accounting
Jennifer Trahan oversees all financial operations for Jamail & Smith Construction. She manages accounting functions and office operations, ensuring financial stability and administrative efficiency across the company's multiple Texas locations.
Don Barron
Key Team Member
Don Barron joined Jamail Construction during the Motorola contract period. His leadership contributed to the company's growth through successful execution of complex construction projects, helping establish long-term client relationships in the technology sector.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Jamail & Smith handle?
We specialize in commercial construction including renovation, maintenance & repair, disaster recovery, emergency response, and preconstruction services for government, education, healthcare, religious facilities, and commercial clients.
How quickly can Jamail & Smith respond to construction emergencies?
Our emergency response team is available 24/7 and can dispatch immediately to assess damage and begin repairs, with experience resolving urgent issues like burst pipes, HVAC failures, and storm damage.
What areas does Jamail & Smith serve?
We operate throughout Texas with offices in Houston (headquarters), Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas, serving clients across the state for both local and regional construction projects.
How does Jamail & Smith handle large-scale disaster recovery?
We use a proven process including pre-storm preparation, water extraction, debris removal, and rebuilding. Our team has responded to major events like Hurricane Harvey, Katrina, and Winter Storm Uri across Texas.
What makes Jamail & Smith different from other construction firms?
We combine over 40 years of Texas construction experience with a client-focused approach, serving as an extension of client teams while maintaining a proven track record of completing projects on schedule and within budget.
Can Jamail & Smith assist with preconstruction planning?
Yes, our preconstruction services help transform conceptual ideas into actionable plans, including value engineering solutions to optimize budgets while maintaining quality standards for private construction clients.
