About Us

About Us

Hemmis Construction
Welcome to Hemmis Construction

Family-Owned. Relationship-Driven. Built to Last.

As a family-owned and operated general contracting and construction management firm, Hemmis Construction is built on relationships, not transactions. For decades, we’ve earned the trust of clients across the Mid-Atlantic through our unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship, timely delivery, and hands-on service.

Our experience spans a wide range of industries—including commercial, hospitality, medical, retail, and multi-family development. Whether managing a large-scale project or a specialized build, we bring the same focus to detail, teamwork, and accountability that has defined our reputation since day one.

Who We Are

Over 20 Years of Building Relationships and Results

Since 2003, Hemmis Construction has earned a reputation for integrity, craftsmanship, and service. From our early beginnings as P.G. Harris Construction Co. to our continued growth today, we remain committed to delivering projects that stand the test of time—and relationships that last even longer.

Ready to build with a trusted partner? Contact Hemmis Construction today.
Our Testimonials

What They Are Saying

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Matt Hemmis and the Hemmis Construction team exemplifies the meaning of professional and thoughtful general contractor from my perspective as an apartment developer. Their leadership, communication, hands-on or "owner mentality" approach, methodical budgeting, problem solving skills and quality control are some examples of best-in-class service. Overall, they are a very refreshing group of seasoned individuals who make for an incredible team approach.
Steven Walker
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Hemmis Construction has been an outstanding partner to Kalyan Hospitality, consistently delivering excellence and precision across multiple projects. To date, Hemmis has successfully completed four new-build construction projects with us — each executed with top-notch quality and attention to detail.These completed projects include three hotels — Candlewood Suites Chester, Inn at Blackstone, and TownePlace Suites Colonial Heights — as well as Altitude 2.0…
Nick Patel
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I have had the pleasure of working with Matt Hemmis and Hemmis Construction for over four years across multiple large-scale and complex projects. Throughout this time, Matt and his team have consistently demonstrated the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and craftsmanship.Our first major collaboration was The Inn at Blackstone, a complete renovation of a historic women’s college originally built in 1920. Hemmis transformed the property into a stunning 113-room boutique…
Raj Patel

How We Work

A culture built on teamwork, accountability, and appreciation.

  • At Hemmis Construction, we believe the best teams build the best projects.
  • Our culture is defined by teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to doing what’s right—not what’s easy.
  • We support one another, welcome new team members, and operate with a “One Team. One Goal.” mentality.
  • We show up with a high-performance attitude, respect for our partners, and a drive to solve problems with clarity and professionalism.
  • This is strong, client-safe, and aligns perfectly with their internal culture vision.
OUR CORE VALUES

The foundation of every project we build.

Integrity

Integrity

We act with honesty and transparency, making decisions based on what’s right for our clients and our team.

Service

Service

We lead with gratitude—serving our clients, partners, and colleagues with respect, communication, and professionalism.

Quality

Quality

We take pride in every detail and hold ourselves accountable for delivering excellence on every project.

OUR APPROACH

Relationships First

Client-centered. Partnership-driven. Built on trust.

Everything we build starts with people. We prioritize long-term relationships with our clients, trade partners, and design professionals. That’s why over 90% of our projects come from repeat clients and referrals. For us, exceptional service is the strongest tool we have—and the foundation of every successful project.

Team Hemmis

Meet Your Team

Matt Hemmis

President

Austin Sybert

Project Manager

Zack Eslich

Assistant Project Manager

Taylor Dickerson

Project Manager

Trent Akins

Project Manager

Virginia Williams

Assistant Project Manager

Justin Short

Project Manager

Jake Stevenson

Estimator

Daniela Maksic

Assistant Project Manager

Brett Thomas

Director of Business Development

Cameron Hudson

Project Engineer
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Involved in the Communities We Serve

We believe leadership extends beyond the jobsite.
Our team actively participates in local events, industry organizations, and community service initiatives throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

We’re committed to building with integrity, transparency, and collaboration.

At Hemmis Construction, we believe the best results come from working as one team—doing what’s right, delivering exceptional quality, and earning trust on every project.

Our Story