Clayco is a comprehensive real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build, and construction firm founded in 1984, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. With over 35 years of experience, Clayco has established a reputation for delivering high-quality, turnkey solutions for various commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential projects across North America. The company integrates all facets of the building process, allowing for innovation and efficiency in project management, cost containment, and jobsite safety.
In 2023, Clayco reported revenues exceeding $5.8 billion and employs more than 3,500 professionals, making it one of the largest privately-owned firms in its sector. Their unique approach benefits from a collaborative model that involves diverse teams of experts working together to ensure that every project meets or exceeds the owner's expectations.
Clayco emphasizes its commitment to sustainability, quality, safety, and inclusion, acknowledging the importance of building responsibly and with purpose. Their Clayco Safe program prioritizes workplace safety, while initiatives like Clayco Rising foster diversity and inclusion within the industry.
Over the years, the company has expanded its services through subsidiaries such as Lamar Johnson Collaborative for architecture and Concrete Strategies for concrete contracting, allowing it to manage every phase of construction effectively. Clayco's innovative practices have continuously improved the design-build experience, reinforcing its recognition as a top contractor by Engineering News Record year after year.
In total, Clayco has successfully completed over 600 projects, totaling 276 million square feet of new construction and 118 million square feet of renovation, solidifying its role as an industry leader in providing transformative building solutions.
