For this family business, doing right by our work is a matter of principle.
Whatever your relationship to a property – whether you are a developer, caretaker, investor, or owner/resident – you need a construction partner capable of realizing its considerable potential. We have built our business to be just such a partner.
There’s a right way to do things. And for Boston’s significant properties, construction without compromise creates lasting value. Our achievements in adaptive reuse and revitalization reflect our skill, experience, and devotion to careful, principled management: Jobs done right.
Why J.L. Dunn?
Builders first and foremost, we excel at the hardest jobs and rise to tough occasions.
Masters of new construction and revitalizing historic properties
J.L. Dunn recognizes and preserves what’s special about historic properties to accomplish renovations like no other. We give significant and historic properties new, contemporary life, imparting them – and their owners – with the best-in-class, built for the long-haul building systems they deserve.
Featured Projects
Masters of new construction and revitalizing historic properties
People
Laura White
President
Timothy White
General Manager
Liam White
Business Operations Manager
Michael Sabin
Director of Finance
Jessica White
Contracts Manager
Alex Kimmelmann
Executive Superintendent
Tom Mojo
Project Manager
Justin Reynolds
Superintendent
Patrick Duffy
Assistant Project Manager
Carol Webb
Bookkeeper
Josh Reynolds
Carpenter Foreman
Guilmar Ortiz
Carpenter
David McDonald
Carpenter Foreman
Tyler Weeks
Superintendent
Approach
Construction without compromise:
What it means for your project.
To realize your vision for a property we apply the following formula to every project:
- Attention to detail: The chaos of a bungled permit or confusion over a minor detail can cost you resources that are better used elsewhere. Our experienced project managers help apply every dollar invested into what matters most—an on-time and on-budget balance sheet, with the superior finish our clients have come to expect.
- Talent and quality at every turn: Our appreciation for the properties we serve shows in the subcontractors we bring, the meticulousness of our planning, the materials and techniques we choose, and the solutions we recommend.
- Principled partnership: Our work must be correct and true – including beneath the surface. Transparency, empathy, and responsibility are essential to work that’s done without compromise.
Laura White
President
Laura is founder and president of J.L. Dunn & Company. Laura originally founded JLD with the mission of providing clients with the same level of management services and professionalism expected from larger CM firms without the burden of the extensive overhead costs. After many successful commercial and residential projects, Laura has led the growth of JLD while maintaining the character of a family-owned construction company that values all of its clients, design partners, and subcontractor relationships.
Timothy White
General Manager
With 30+ years of experience, Tim is recognized as a leader in the industry when it comes to delivering successful construction projects. He has a hands-on leadership style and is actively involved in project acquisition, permitting, estimating, pre-construction, and project execution. Tim is a builder by trade who started working in the roofing and carpentry trades after college. He has the unique ability to communicate equally as effectively with both high-level executives as well as the experienced trades people on a jobsite.
Tim was the President & Founder of T.R. White Company which he originally started with only a single van and grew to over $100m in revenue. Prior to joining J.L. Dunn, Tim spent five years as a Vice President and SBU Manager at Suffolk Construction.
Liam White
Business Operations Manager
As Business Operations Manager, Liam oversees all project management, field operations, corporate functions and strategy. Liam has a wide range of project experience across multiple disciplines and his client service mindset has led to the development of many trusted relationships with repeat clients.
Liam is a second-generation builder who grew up on jobsites while spending his summers working as a laborer. Liam graduated from the Farmer School of Business at Miami University with a concentration in Supply Chain and Operations Management. As part of his post graduate studies, Liam received a professional certification in Commercial Real Estate Studies from Boston University.
Unrestricted Construction Supervisors License
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)
Federal Transportation Worker Credential (TWIC)
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
Michael Sabin
Director of Finance
As Director of Finance, Mike oversees accounting and finance functions, and serves as a strategic partner to the continued growth and development of the organization.
Mike graduated from the D’Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University with a concentration in Finance and Investments, and brings over 10 years of experience in the Construction Industry in both Project Accounting and Corporate Finance disciplines.
Jessica White
Contracts Manager
In her role as Contracts Manager, Jessica is responsible for the creation, negotiation, and administration of all prime and subcontracts. Additionally, Jessica handles JLD’s financial controls, reporting, and insurance compliance.
Alex Kimmelmann
Executive Superintendent
As Executive Superintendent, Alex is responsible for overseeing all project operations, safety, and JLD’s self-performing crews. Alex started his career as a carpenter and he enjoys working with our clients and design partners to proactively and creatively solve challenges.
Unrestricted Construction Supervisors License
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)
Hoisting License
Tom Mojo
Project Manager
Tom started his career with J.L. Dunn as a summer intern. After graduating from Roger Williams with a BS in Construction Management, Tom re-joined JLD to continue his professional career. Today, Tom is a Project Manager with a broad range of experience in commercial and residential projects.
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)
Justin Reynolds
Superintendent
Justin started with J.L. Dunn as a carpenter who quickly worked his way up to Foreman and then to his current position of Superintendent. Justin utilizes the skills and mindset from his years of carpentry experience to effectively solve problems and communicate with trade partners, architects, and clients.
Unrestricted Construction Supervisors License
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)
Patrick Duffy
Assistant Project Manager
Patrick graduated from UMass Amherst with a double major in Legal Studies and Natural Resource Conversation. Prior to joining JLD, Patrick worked in estimating and project management for a Millwork fabricator.
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)
Carol Webb
Bookkeeper
Anyone who has worked in the construction industry understands and appreciates the value of reliable bookkeeping. Carol is this invaluable member of our team whose attention to detail ensures all costs, invoices, and payments are tracked accurately and in compliance with project requirements.
Josh Reynolds
Carpenter Foreman
Josh is a talented carpenter foreman with experience in LGMF, Drywall, Taping, Masonry, Concrete and Wood Framing. Everyone at JLD appreciates Josh’s thoughtfulness and positive attitude.
Guilmar Ortiz
Carpenter
Guilmar is a talented carpenter with experience in LGMF, Drywall, Taping, Masonry, Concrete, and Wood Framing. Everyone at JLD appreciates Guilmar’s positive attitude and contagious smile.
David McDonald
Carpenter Foreman
Dave is a talented carpenter foreman with experience in LGMF, Drywall, Taping, Masonry, Concrete and Wood Framing. Everyone at JLD appreciates Dave’s work ethic and ‘can-do’ attitude.
Tyler Weeks
Superintendent
Tyler graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a BS in Building Science and Technology. Prior to joining JLD, Tyler worked for a construction management firm where he gained valuable experience working on large scale developments.
Unrestricted Construction Supervisors License
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager (FPPM)