Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted General Contracting Services in Wilmington, DE
Founded in 1942, O'connell Tim & Sons has established itself as a premier general contracting and construction management firm. Our legacy of excellence spans decades, during which we've delivered high-quality projects across diverse sectors. Our team of skilled mechanics, carpenters, and project superintendents combines technical expertise with decades of hands-on experience to execute complex construction challenges. We maintain rigorous standards in cost control, scheduling, safety, and contractual compliance while fostering partnerships with trusted subcontractors.Our capabilities extend to design-build solutions that minimize risk and construction timelines while maintaining uncompromising quality. Notable achievements include the Longwood Gardens Children's Garden, a 3,700-square-foot architectural marvel demonstrating our creative ingenuity and craftsmanship. We remain committed to advancing our founder's vision of excellence through innovation and dedicated service.
Services
General Contractor
Construction Management
Design-Build
Millwork
Crane Services
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of combined construction experience
- Our team includes certified project superintendents and skilled tradespeople
- We provide vertically integrated services including in-house millwork
- We maintain rigorous quality control and safety standards
- We have completed landmark projects like Longwood Gardens Children's Garden
Services
General Contractor
As a full-service general contractor, we manage all aspects of construction projects from initial planning through final execution. Our team coordinates with specialized subcontractors while maintaining direct oversight of critical components. We deliver commercial, residential, and institutional projects with proven quality control systems and comprehensive risk management strategies.
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide clients with expert oversight of project timelines, budgets, and quality standards. We implement systematic cost control measures while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and contractual obligations. Our experienced superintendents maintain continuous site supervision to guarantee project success.
Design-Build
We offer complete design-build solutions that streamline project delivery by combining architectural design and construction under one contract. This approach reduces costs, minimizes risk, and accelerates timelines while maintaining design integrity and construction quality through unified project responsibility.
Millwork
Our in-house millwork division creates custom wood components using domestic and imported hardwoods. We produce architectural elements, cabinetry, and specialty woodwork with precision craftsmanship. Our facilities support both traditional and modern wood fabrication techniques for commercial and residential applications.
Crane Services
We operate two mobile cranes for material handling and equipment placement on construction sites. Our certified operators provide safe, efficient lifting solutions for heavy components. We also offer crane rental services with operator support for specialized project requirements.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide general contracting, construction management, design-build solutions, custom millwork production, and crane services for commercial, residential, and institutional projects.
How long have you been in business?
Tim O'Connell & Sons has been operating since 1942, maintaining a legacy of excellence in construction services for over 80 years.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in commercial, residential, ecclesiastical, and custom concrete projects including landmark developments like the Longwood Gardens Children's Garden.
Do you offer design services?
Yes, our design-build capability integrates architectural design with construction services to deliver comprehensive project solutions under one contract.
