People first

    At Roncelli, one of the biggest measures of our success is the culture we’ve created within the company. It’s a culture that puts people before profits. Our employees are family, which is why many of them have been with us for so long.

    Large-firm capabilities, small-firm service

    There are very few things we cannot build. When a challenge arises, our leadership takes action. That’s what sets us apart from our competitors. We put clients first, budget accurately, schedule efficiently, control quality and leverage cutting-edge technology to reduce costs, as well as any national builder. Our leadership is always available and will promptly head to the project site when needed.

    We’re different because we care

    Roncelli takes great pride in serving the middle markets. We’re as talented as larger construction firms at a fraction of the price. To us, you’re not just a number. We care about people, your business and your bottom line—that’s what makes us different.

    A history of building excellence

    Roncelli has been building for over half a century, which means if you select us as a construction partner, you can be confident we’ll be around to finish the job. Skip Roncelli laid the foundation for an honest, efficient and client-first construction firm in 1966, and his son, Gary Roncelli, has grown the company to be nationally ranked.

    1966

    In 1966, Raymond "Skip" Roncelli, John Patrico and Nick Ritz founded Roncelli Trenching in a small building on Metropolitan Parkway, located in Sterling Heights, Mich. Skip relocated the business two lots east as the business flourished. This would become the location of the new headquarters in 1987, where it remains to this day.

    1966
    1969
    In 1969, Skip Roncelli worked hard to build his business and mentor his eldest son, Gary, to lead the company. Skip taught Gary skill, dedication and integrity with a unique boots-on-the-ground style.
    1969
    1980
    Changing the name to reflect the business growth, the firm became Roncelli, Inc., in 1980. Over the next four years, a strong construction industry would evolve. As a result, Roncelli moved into the construction services industry, becoming a construction manager and building for the big three automotive companies and the manufacturing sector.
    1980
    1989
    Upon the passing of Skip Roncelli in 1989, Gary Roncelli was named president. Along with Tom Wickersham, the treasurer, the firm would expand its client base to the commercial and institutional market sectors providing services to Home Depot, National Amusements, Northwest Airlines and Huntington Bank.
    1989
    1995
    Roncelli became one of Metro Detroit's largest general contractors, ranking at number eight by Crain's Detroit Business. Roncelli would continue to garner this designation year after year.
    1995
    2006
    Roncelli celebrated its 40th anniversary and headquarter expansion. The firm tripled in size in a matter of seven years and was faced with severe housing demands. Its solution was a 25,000 square-foot, two-story expansion that quadrupled its office area.
    2006
    2008
    After serving two decades at Roncelli, Tom Wickersham was named president. To date, Tom is the first person outside of the Roncelli family to lead the company.
    2008
    2009
    Roncelli expanded its footprint outside of the United States and into Canada and Mexico, where the firm oversaw large construction projects for two global automotive manufacturers.
    2009
    2016
    In 2016, Roncelli celebrated its 50th anniversary by announcing an office in Detroit, Mich., and becoming certified as a Detroit-Based Business. The certification reflected the firm's commitment to the revitalization efforts that were taking place in Detroit.
    2016
    2020
    In step with growth and continuing the family legacy, son of Gary Roncelli, Gino Roncelli, is named vice president of Roncelli. Gino's passion for innovation, technology and company culture is planned to lead the firm's expansion into the next decade and beyond.
    2020
    2021
    Roncelli celebrates 55 years of service. The firm remains committed to raising construction standards by providing clients professional and reliable construction services and a diverse and experienced team, trade partners included.
    2021

    Our mission sets us apart

    Our mission is simple – deliver excellent construction, at a fair value, and complete every project on time and on budget, each time, every time. Excellence in all that we do is our commitment to every owner, design professional, employee, trade partner and our community. We are dedicated to building excellence.

    Built on enduring values

    Roncelli believes that a shared value system has helped build a culture that sets us apart. These values guide our team members’ decisions in all areas of business.

    Safety

    It’s our most important core value, and our industry-leading safety ratings prove it. All accidents are preventable, and to make sure they are, we plan, train, audit, engage and empower our team members to adhere to and enforce our high safety standards.

    Family

    We treat clients, co-workers and trade partners like family. We are ethical, equitable and treat others with respect. In the work we perform and the decisions that we make, we strive to make our own families proud.

    Integrity

    We own our decisions, bring challenges to light, are honest and stand responsible for our actions. We never compromise quality. Integrity is why owners choose us as their construction partner – and consistently choose us again and again.

    Adapability

    Every owner and every project is different. We don’t cut corners by providing cookie-cutter solutions. We adapt to challenges, leverage technology, think outside the box and customize options to meet our clients’ unique needs.

    Community

    The communities in which we work support us, so we support them. We invest in the areas where we work and live, as well as those of our clients. We don’t just donate; we roll up our sleeves to be a force for good.

    Leadership matters

    Our diverse leadership team is composed of the most talented builders in the industry. We have expert project managers, superintendents, engineers, virtual designers, tradesmen and everyone in between. Experience matters, and we’ve got it.

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    Culture makes a difference

    We’ve worked hard to create a client-first culture centered around safety, diversity, talent, quality, efficiency and caring.
    OUR AWARD-WINNING, VALUE-DRIVEN & CLIENT-FIRST CULTURE IS WHY THE BEST BUILDERS CHOOSE TO WORK WITH US AND WHY OUR CLIENTS KEEP COMING BACK.
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    Diversity builds better buildings

    Diversity of people, thoughts and perspectives fosters creativity and innovation and improves outcomes. We hire diversely and partner diversely.

    We partner with MBE, WBE, SBE, DBE, SDVO, LGBTQ, and Hub Zone Businesses.

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