H. J. Russell & Company

About H. J. Russell & Company

Since being established in 1952, H. J. Russell & Company has grown to be one of the largest African-American-owned construction services businesses in the United States. Initially founded by Herman J. Russell as a general contracting company, through the years, Mr. Russell expanded the firm to include other areas such as real estate development, property management, as well as program management. Today, with a project portfolio spanning more than half a century, we have established extensive experience in building and renovating airports, entertainment venues, sports facilities, cultural, retail, office, higher education, multi-family residential, and institutional facilities. Learn more about our multiple disciplines below. Construction The Construction division has extensive experience in building and renovating projects in diverse market segments including: high-profile office, parking decks, public assembly, retail, multi-family residential, student housing, institutional, educational, and sports facilities. Program Management Our Program Management services span across a magnitude of industries, including libraries, transportation, sports and entertainment, utilities, healthcare, and government capital programs. As program managers, or “owner’s representatives,” we develop the plan and road map to successfully deliver projects that meet our client’s expectations with a focus on quality, budget, and schedule. Property Management Over the last 30 years, Russell has established itself as a leader in affordable housing management and has a proven successful track record in the management of conventional, tax credit and high-end multifamily communities. Development The development team of Russell, Russell New Urban Development®, has over 20 years of financing and development experience with multiple conventional and government funding programs.