Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Columbus
Jay-Car Construction was founded in 1967 by Carlos and Jay Joslin, a father-and-son team who launched the company with their first projects including the Kroger Grocery warehouse in Columbus, Ohio. Over five decades, we have grown into a multi-million-dollar general contracting firm serving clients across Ohio and beyond. Our fourth-generation family leadership ensures personalized service, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business. We specialize in commercial and industrial construction, offering pre-construction planning, design consultation, and budgeting expertise. Our in-house concrete and steel services, combined with a dedicated safety culture, ensure project quality and client satisfaction.We self-erect steel buildings using skilled ironworkers and maintain a machine shop for custom fabrication. Our safety-first approach complies with OSHA standards and includes comprehensive employee training. We provide warranties and insurance protection to ensure client confidence beyond project completion. Our team works closely with architects and clients to deliver move-in-ready buildings on time. With decades of experience converting warehouses to manufacturing spaces and renovating offices, we manage projects of all sizes with meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Pre-Construction
Commercial Renovations
Turn-Key Building
Concrete Services
Steel Services
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of construction expertise in Ohio
- Fourth-generation family leadership ensures personalized service
- In-house concrete crews handle projects of all sizes
- Certified welders and ironworkers for steel fabrication
- OSHA-compliant safety programs protect clients and workers
Services
Pre-Construction
Our pre-construction services include design consultation, budget development, and field evaluations. We collaborate with architects to refine project concepts and ensure financial feasibility. Our team provides detailed cost analysis for projects of all scales, helping clients make informed decisions before breaking ground.
Turn-Key Building
We deliver fully functional buildings ready for immediate occupancy. Our turn-key solutions include site preparation, structural construction, and interior finishing. Partnering with Butler Manufacturing, we specialize in pre-engineered steel buildings while maintaining strict timelines and quality standards throughout the construction process.
Commercial Renovations
We transform existing commercial spaces through comprehensive renovations and reconfigurations. Our expertise includes converting warehouses to manufacturing facilities and upgrading offices, restaurants, and medical spaces. We manage all aspects of the renovation process to minimize disruption and meet evolving business needs.
Concrete Services
Our in-house concrete crews handle installations, restorations, and replacements for commercial and residential projects. We specialize in driveways, sidewalks, industrial flooring, and structural elements. Our capabilities extend to complex commercial applications like machine bases, exterior aprons, and dolly pads.
Steel Services
We offer complete steel construction services including building erection and custom fabrication. Our machine shop produces specialized components while our certified welders handle structural modifications. We work with post-frame and steel materials to create durable, code-compliant structures for diverse applications.
People
Nick Joslin
President
Nick Joslin leads Jay-Car Construction as fourth-generation leadership, bringing decades of industry experience. He oversees strategic operations and client relations while maintaining family commitment to quality and service excellence in every project.
David Joslin
Vice-President
David Joslin manages day-to-day operations as Vice-President, leveraging his construction expertise to ensure project efficiency. As part of the fourth-generation Joslin family, he maintains hands-on involvement in project execution and team development.
Mike Gordon
Treasurer
Mike Gordon oversees financial operations at Jay-Car Construction, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparent client billing. With extensive experience in construction finance, he provides expert guidance on project budgets and financial planning.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide pre-construction planning, turn-key buildings, commercial renovations, concrete work, and steel fabrication services for commercial and industrial clients.
Do you work outside Ohio?
While primarily serving Ohio, we occasionally take on interstate projects that align with our expertise in commercial and industrial construction.
Are you OSHA certified?
We maintain OSHA-compliant safety programs and provide regular training to ensure safe working conditions for all our projects.
Can you handle building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in commercial renovations including warehouse conversions, office upgrades, and restaurant remodels with minimal business disruption.
Do you offer financing options?
We recommend discussing financing directly with our financial department, who can provide details about available payment arrangements and project budgeting.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our quality assurance includes in-house inspections, material testing, and comprehensive warranties that demonstrate our confidence in workmanship.
