Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Construction Services in Garner, NC
Founded in 1983 by Rick Gilchrist, our company has built a reputation as a dependable partner in commercial construction. We specialize in pre-fabricated structural load-bearing cold-formed steel for mid-rise projects across hospitality, higher education student housing, and multi-family residential markets. Based near Raleigh, North Carolina, we serve an eight-state mid-Atlantic region with expertise in design assistance, value engineering, and accelerated scheduling. Our team of estimators, engineers, and project managers delivers quality projects on time through a commitment to safety and innovation. Holding general contracting licenses in four states, we maintain a bonded status that underscores our reliability.With over four decades of experience, we combine industry knowledge with cutting-edge methodologies to meet evolving construction demands. Our safety program, recognized with multiple state and federal awards, reflects our zero-incident philosophy through rigorous training and field inspections. As a full-service specialty subcontractor, we handle large structural projects while maintaining the personalized service that earned our initial reputation. Our clients benefit from our deep regional expertise and unwavering focus on quality execution.
Services
Estimating Services
Design-Assist
Metal Stud Framing
Wall Panel Fabrication
Safety Compliance
Project Scheduling
Value Engineering
Subcontractor Management
Composite Decking
Thermal Barrier Systems
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized cold-formed steel construction experience
- Award-winning safety program with federal and state recognitions
- Full-service subcontractor with multi-state licensing capabilities
- Proven expertise in mid-rise hospitality and student housing markets
- Proprietary TSN StiffWall System for enhanced structural performance
Services
Metal Stud Framing
Our load-bearing light steel panelized walls provide structural integrity for mid-rise commercial buildings. The CFMF walls integrate sound and thermal barriers while maintaining code compliance. Our proprietary TSN StiffWall System enhances structural performance through innovative connection technology.
Wall Panel Fabrication
We utilize pre-fabricated cold-formed steel construction methods to accelerate project timelines. Our panelization process ensures precision manufacturing that reduces field labor requirements while maintaining strict quality control standards for structural components.
Safety Compliance
Our comprehensive safety program includes OSHA-certified training, jobsite inspections, and compliance audits. With over 30 years of safety director experience, we implement fall protection, equipment certification, and injury prevention systems that have earned multiple state and federal safety awards.
Design-Assist
We provide single-point-of-contact design assistance covering budget analysis, value engineering, and code compliance. Our team collaborates on structural solutions that optimize cost efficiency while maintaining engineering integrity throughout the construction process.
Composite Decking
Our composite bar joist and decking systems integrate with steel framing for structural efficiency. The pour stop technology and K-Series joist solutions enable faster installation while meeting load-bearing requirements for commercial buildings.
People
Rick Gilchrist
Founder
Founder with 40+ years of construction industry experience. Established RGC in 1983 as a framing contractor that evolved into a specialty steel construction firm. Recognized for pioneering cold-formed steel applications in mid-rise construction.
Questions
What construction markets does RGC specialize in?
We focus on mid-rise hospitality, higher education student housing, and multi-family residential projects across the mid-Atlantic region.
What safety certifications does RGC hold?
Our safety director is OSHA Outreach Authorized with 30+ years experience. We maintain a comprehensive safety program with fall protection, equipment certification, and compliance training.
What states are you licensed to work in?
We hold general contracting licenses in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia with primary service area covering eight mid-Atlantic states.
What proprietary construction systems do you offer?
We developed the TSN StiffWall System for enhanced structural performance and utilize pre-fabricated panelization methods to improve construction efficiency and quality control.
How does your design-assist service work?
Our design-assist team provides budget analysis, value engineering, and code compliance support from project inception through construction, ensuring cost-effective structural solutions.
