About Us

About Us

Founded in 1963, Associated Builders, Inc. (ABI) is a full-service general contractor serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area.  Our extensive experience includes strong self-performing capabilities in the rough and finish carpentry trades.

ABI specializes in the new construction and restoration of high-profile arts and cultural institutions, such as national museums and houses of worship.  Additionally, our experience includes an extensive portfolio of government projects.

The foundation of our success is built on long-term relationships.  We deliver excellent performance for our customers by gaining a deep understanding of the project requirements and tailoring a personalized client experience.  All of our clients are repeat customers, and many have worked with ABI for decades.

We also partner with the area’s premier specialty subcontractors and suppliers striving to maintain on-going, mutually beneficial partnerships.  A five-time nominee, ABI is proud to have been recognized by the American Subcontractor Association of Metro Washington (ASAWM) as Outstanding General Contractor on multiple occasions.  

ABI is signatory to the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters and the Baltimore/Washington Construction & Public Employees Laborers’ District Council, LiUNA and Local Union 11.  We are also a long-standing member of the Associated General Contractors of America and the Washington Building Congress.

We also partner with the area’s premier specialty subcontractors and suppliers striving to maintain on-going, mutually beneficial partnerships.  A five-time nominee, ABI is proud to have been recognized by the American Subcontractor Association of Metro Washington (ASAWM) as Outstanding General Contractor on multiple occasions.  

ABI is signatory to the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters and the Baltimore/Washington Construction & Public Employees Laborers’ District Council, LiUNA and Local Union 11.  We are also a long-standing member of the Associated General Contractors of America.

Our Philosophy

ABI has a business model which focuses on a reputation for quality, fairness, and honesty.  We believe that if we perform excellent work, our work will speak for itself.  We specialize in working with high-profile, specialized environments that require a personal approach.  For these reasons, we have a very specific market focus, which is largely concentrated on national museums and cultural projects where our expertise and experience can add value for our customers.  

Additionally, long-term, mutually beneficial relationships are an important part of the way we conduct business. Just as we pride ourselves on working with a large percentage of repeat subcontractors who share the same values as ABI, we also work hard to offer the same stability and partnerships for our clients.  ABI has a trusted track record of being called upon to perform in extremely sensitive environments.  The type of work we perform requires our precision, care and awareness of the surroundings in which we work.   These traits are at the core of what we do. 

Our Culture

At Associated Builders, meeting our clients’ expectations is is at the heart of all that we do.  To deliver on top-level, reliable service, we are committed to:

    • Teamwork and building long-lasting relationships

    • Adhering to meticulous quality and safety standards

    • Maintaining an acute awareness and active care for the sensitive environments in which we are working

Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining our reputation for excellence.  Everyone on the ABI team, including our President, our Project Managers, our Superintendents, and our Support team takes a hands-on role with each of our projects to ensure that all project needs are met.  

Our Culture

At Associated Builders, meeting our clients’ expectations is is at the heart of all that we do.  To deliver on top-level, reliable service, we are committed to:

    • Teamwork and building long-lasting relationships

    • Adhering to meticulous quality and safety standards

    • Maintaining an acute awareness and active care for the sensitive environments in which we are working

Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining our reputation for excellence.  Everyone on the ABI team, including our President, our Project Managers, our Superintendents, and our Support team takes a hands-on role with each of our projects to ensure that all project needs are met.  

Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining our reputation for excellence.

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 ABI specializes in construction projects of all types in the arts and cultural institution market sector. Our projects span some of our nation’s most prestigious museums, art galleries, government projects and houses of worship.