Commercial General Contracting
Building Your Vision with Expertise and Integrity
McNelly’s experienced general contracting team is equipped to handle commercial projects of any scale, from retail build-outs to industrial complexes. With expertise in retail, medical, commercial, and industrial sectors, we manage the entire process from design to delivery, ensuring high-quality results and adherence to your budget.
Why Choose McNelly?
- Comprehensive Project Management: Every detail handled, from permits to post-construction.
- In-House Resources: Our team includes electricians, plumbers, and engineering partners, offering seamless service integration.
- Value Engineering: We identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Pre-Construction Services
- Design & Budget Consultation
- Site Assessments and Feasibility Studies
- Value Engineering to Maximize Cost Efficiency
- Initial Scheduling and Permit Acquisition
Construction & Project Management
- Full-Service Project Coordination
- On-Site Supervision and Quality Control
- Real-Time Progress Tracking
- Safety & Compliance Monitoring
Post-Construction Support
- Warranty and Maintenance Services
- Reliable Post‑Construction Maintenance
- Final Walkthrough and Project Closeout Documentation
We provide turnkey buildout services, taking full responsibility for every aspect of the construction project from conception to completion. This includes initial planning, design coordination, permitting, construction, and final delivery, providing clients with a hassle-free and seamless experience. With in-house electricians and plumbers, McNelly maintains greater control over quality, scheduling, and costs for these critical components of construction projects. A construction manager enforces the budget, schedule, and is single point of contact for meetings & updates. McNelly serves as liaison between customer and local government jurisdiction (permits, inspections, final walkthrough). Remote customers can see progress photos, videos and budget details via online tools.
Our General Contracting Services:
- Demolition & Construction Services
- Vanilla Box Preparation
- Tenant Improvements & Remodels
- Retail Space Construction
- Commercial Construction
- Industrial Construction
- Office Parks & Complexes
- Restaurant Construction
- Commercial Property Improvements
- Utility Service Upgrades
- Construction Management
- Existing Condition Inspections
- Lease Deal Budget Pricing
- Design
- Value Engineering
- Project Management:
- Buildouts
- Tenant Renewal
- Make Ready Work
- Renovations
- LED Upgrades
- Cost Control
- Scheduling and Schedule Enforcement
- Quality Control
- Bid Leveling
- Permit Acquisition and Compliance
- Inspection Scheduling and Documentation
- Certificate of Occupancy Acquisition
- Closeout Documentation
- Warranty Repairs
Let’s bring your project to life with McNelly’s proven expertise.
Contact us today to discuss your construction needs.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What types of commercial construction projects does McNelly Services handle?
McNelly Services handles a wide range of commercial construction projects, including tenant build-outs, renovations, remodeling, facility improvements, additions and other capital improvement projects. Our team works with property managers, building owners and businesses throughout Chicagoland.
Can McNelly Services manage a commercial construction project from start to finish?
Yes. McNelly can coordinate commercial construction projects from pre-construction planning through construction, project management and closeout. Having one experienced team coordinate the project can simplify communication, scheduling and oversight for owners and property managers.
Does McNelly Services handle permits and inspections for commercial construction projects?
McNelly can assist with permitting, municipal coordination and required inspections as part of the construction process. Requirements vary by municipality and project, so our team works with the appropriate local authorities based on the specific scope of work.
Does McNelly Services perform commercial tenant build-outs?
Yes. McNelly provides commercial tenant build-out services for new and existing spaces. Depending on the project, work may involve demolition, walls and finishes, plumbing, electrical, lighting and other improvements needed to prepare the space for its intended use.
How can McNelly Services help control costs on a commercial construction project?
Careful planning, scheduling, value engineering and coordination between trades can help identify potential issues before they become expensive problems. McNelly also has in-house capabilities across multiple trades, helping streamline coordination on projects involving several types of work.
Can property managers monitor construction projects when they are not on site?
McNelly provides project communication and progress information that helps clients stay informed even when they cannot regularly visit the jobsite. This is particularly useful for property managers and owners responsible for multiple commercial locations.
Here When You Need Us Most
When the unexpected happens, call McNelly. From late-night repairs to urgent safety concerns, our expert team and fully equipped fleet are always on standby to provide fast solutions, protecting your property and keeping operations on track.