PIONEERING. HONORABLE. PROFESSIONAL.
Our Story
Your commercial construction partner, proudly serving the greater Charlottesville region and Central Virginia.
Built on a commitment to excellence, the Lee Building Company was founded in 1939 by Bob and Bobby Lee. Today, five generations later, our success can be measured by the enduring quality of our work and the confidence our clients place in us. As award-winning, recognized leaders in the building industry, we provide sound management, high standards of craftsmanship, on-schedule production, and within-budget performance – all accomplished within a culture of reliability and responsibility to the client.
We believe every project is a self-portrait of the people who built it. We autograph our work with diligent effort, determination, pride and excellence. We are committed to realizing our clients vision with the highest level of construction services in Central Virginia in a culture of continuous improvement that strives for excellence through our founding values –
Pioneering. Honorable. Professional.
OUR STORY
Your general contracting partner for commercial construction projects, proudly serving the greater Charlottesville region.
The Lee Construction Group, Inc. traces its roots back to back to 1939, evolving from a highly skilled father and son team, Bob and Bobby Lee, who built and restored fine and historic homes across Central Virginia under the name R. E. Lee & Son, Inc., to a group of independent businesses engaged in the commercial building construction industry. Our businesses provide the full life cycle of building services.
We believe every project is a self-portrait of the people who built it. We autograph our work with diligent effort, determination, pride and excellence. We are committed to realizing our clients vision with the highest level of construction services in Central Virginia in a culture of continuous improvement that strives for excellence through our founding values –
Pioneering. Honorable. Professional.
Preconstruction
General Contracting
Construction Management
Design-Build
Value Engineering
1939
Our people
> 1600
Over 90%
> 3 Million
Pioneering
> 100
Safety for Life
A Complete Approach to Building Success
Built on Trust
Since 1939, thousands of clients have entrusted us with their vision.
From small renovations to ground-up state-of-the-art buildings, each project is personal to us. As a 4th generation family-owned company, our clients partner with us because we have the warmth and attention of a small contractor, along with the expertise and technology of a large contractor. We are the perfect size for your project.
90% of our clients are repeat clients because we build lasting relationships through transparency, accountability, and clear communication.
A Standard of Integrity
We do what we say we’ll do.
Our commitment to ethical practices, accurate reporting, and responsible cost management ensures no surprises, just results. We approach each project with sincerity, treating clients, architects, and all other trade partners as equal members of our team. A stronger team always makes for a better outcome.
Through meticulous value engineering, constructability reviews, and our extensive budgetary services, we strive to maximize your budget, while minimizing your headaches.
Building Smarter
We leverage cutting-edge technology to provide accuracy and precision.
From BIM coordination and clash detection to robotic layout, 3D site scanning, and digital footprint modeling, our VDC Department uses innovation to enhance accuracy, accelerate schedules, and improve overall build quality.
By combining hands-on expertise with forward-thinking technology, we create smarter workflows and deliver predictable, high-performance results. We are always looking for more efficient and accurate ways to build.
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Recent Work
Lee Building Company’s footprint extends throughout Charlottesville and most of Virginia. From historic renovations to new institutional facilities, we handle it all. Check out some of our recent projects, or visit our Project Gallery to view the vast amount of jobs we have completed over the years.
Penny Work Center for the Arts & New Athletics Center
Penny Work Center for the Arts & New Athletics Center
OUR TEAM
Pioneering. Honorable. Professional.
Our community of building professionals – in the field and in the office – live these values every day. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we invite you to discover your path at one of our companies. From our search process to onboarding to training and mentorship, we partner with you to build your career. Our unique culture supports your development, while challenging you to find the leader within. We welcome a conversation about what comes next.
Our story is still being written. We would love to see how you can be apart of our story and how we can be apart of your story.
We'd love to hear from you!
Location
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Our Hours
Monday – Friday
Contact Us
434.973.1321
ourstory@lee-cg.com