Our Values

Leon Williams Contractors recognizes that the key to our success is the relationships we establish with our clients. This goes far beyond the worksite. It’s about the way we listen and really home in on what the client expects and demands.

QUALITY

We are committed to the best quality and craftsmanship.
We believe in creating win-win partnerships with our clients. We will ensure there is a clear understanding of their goals and motivations so all our actions can be aligned to the maximum extent possible.
We will use value engineering to maximize our client’s investment

RELIABILITY

We will always deliver on our commitments and responsibilities in order to achieve the goals of our clients.
We will build our relationships on a foundation of loyalty, fairness, and open communication that will produce and amplify fantastic results over time.
We will always tell the truth. If we tell you that we’ll be on the jobsite, call you back, send you a quote, or fix a problem, we will.

SATISFACTION

If we ever fall short of client expectations, we will make it right. No excuses. No delays.
We will give our clients the advice and information they need to make informed construction decisions that will align with their project goals and budget.
We will find mutually beneficial solutions for achieving goals.

Our History

Leon Williams Contractors, LLC, is a design-build construction specialist serving the East Tennessee area from our home town of Maryville. We are value-engineering experts with a proven ability to simplify the building process, wisely balancing the demands of cost, time, and quality, to meet the needs of our wide range of clients.

From office renovations to building restaurants and higher-education dining facilities to meeting the facility needs of our communities of faith, LWC has a 30-plus-year history as an East Tennessee design-build construction expert.

Today, we carry out the commitment of our founder, Leon Williams, to always provide the highest quality and value to our clients. We’ve earned a reputation for attentive on-site management, reliable communication, a commitment to quality, and high ethical standards

WHO WE ARE

JIMMY HAWKINS – President

Hawkins began working part-time at LWC during his junior year at the University of Tennessee. His hard work and dedication led him to a path of leadership in the company — promoted to partner in 2011, senior partner in 2014, and president of LWC in 2016. His years of experience and expertise in accurate cost estimating and detailed project management help our clients achieve success.

He graduated magna cum laude from UTK with a BS in civil engineering. He is also involved in his community and church.

PAUL CRONIN

Cronin joined Leon Williams Contractors in 2012 and has more than 14 years of commercial construction experience, ranging from historical building preservation to restaurant and multi-tenant residential construction. A graduate of Tennessee Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, he has served many roles with the company, including onsite project supervision, estimating and project management.

JORDAN BLANKENSHIP

Blankenship joined Leon Williams Contractors in 2013. His responsibilities include project supervision, on-site management, estimating, and overall construction management. He graduated from East Tennessee State University with a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering.

DOUG IRVING

Irving joined Leon Williams Contractors as a construction superintendent in early 2017. He has experience building automotive retail stores throughout the U.S. as well as multiple restaurants. A veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Irving continues his studies of construction engineering technology. He brings his training and experience to the table for the benefit of the Leon Williams team and clients.

LEON WILLIAMS – Founder

Williams has been involved in the construction industry since 1964. He has a long family history in the field, working with his father and uncle, before establishing the business that grew into Leon Williams Contractors in 1986. As founder and owner, his dedication to quality and customer service continues to guide our company each day.

During his career, Williams has participated in technical and professional courses of study relative to masonry construction, mechanical construction, and building design. He is a past president of the Associated Builders and Contractors Greater Tennessee Chapter and has served on the board of the Blount County Chamber of Commerce.

OUR SERVICES

As an experienced general contractor and design-build firm, Leon Williams Contractors helps our clients get more done in less time and receive more value for less cost. Let us help you develop a clear, concise scope of work and budget, so you can approach the financing phrase of your project with confidence. Our project management and consultation services effectively manage construction costs and deadlines.

DESIGN BUILD

The design/build construction project model offers simple but powerful advantages to our clients:

Reduced project delivery time
Fewer changes and claims
Single point of responsibility
Real teamwork

PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONSULTATION AND SITE ASSESSMENT

At Leon Williams Contractors, we believe in getting involved early. Before the first plan is drawn up, we can help find and evaluate property options for your new facility, negotiate with property owners, and assess and identify on-site construction issues that could place the budget and schedule at risk.

VALUE ENGINEERING

Renovating or construction of a facility requires a significant effort in time and money. Leon Williams Contractors wants to protect your investment and maximize its value.

Leon Williams can give you the advice and information you need to make informed construction decisions that will align with your project goals and budget. We’ll provide an honest evaluation of the value, quality and life expectancy of every building alternative or solution we recommend.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT LEON WILLIAMS

“It is the privilege of TIS Insurance Services and Merchants Surety to provide surety bonds on behalf of Leon Williams Contractors, LLC. We consider the company to be among our most valued surety accounts. In our opinion, the company is properly equipped, capably staffed, well financed and has demonstrated outstanding performances through the years. We are confident the company can successfully complete whatever project they choose to undertake.”

CHARLES C. MARTINTIS Insurance Services

“Together we built the best looking building/facility in Blount County, the new Blount County Eye Center, and we couldn’t be happier with the result! I’m so thankful for all of your hard work throughout the process. Jimmy was a master of helping us come up with concepts and plans that were feasible and within our budget. Paul, project superintendent, did a phenomenal job of keeping the job on track. No matter the time of day, you guys were there to listen and help bring this together. We dreamed it and you guys built it. Pretty amazing. Couldn’t ask to work with a better group of guys. Thank you again.”

DR. WILLIAM TANTUMBlount County Eye Center

“Working with Leon and his team is a real joy! He will bend over backwards to help you in every way he can. It does not matter how large or small the project you have he is always been there for our Bank and makes sure the job is done according to code.”

SHELIA PRICECommercial Bank

“Leon and Jimmy are truly great construction professionals! They have their clients best interests at heart on each project. I would recommend them to anyone in need of a builder.”

STACY COX, AIAStudio Four Design

“Jimmy Hawkins and the team from Leon Williams helped create a miracle for our family and The Restoration House during the recent [Extreme Makeover Home Edition] build. We’ve heard incredible stories of how all the project leads worked hand in hand not matter what the cost. It’s amazing to witness competitors join together for a common cause. We are just in awe of it all. Thank you so much.”

DANIEL WATSONThe Restoration House

“I wanted to take a moment and thank you for all the work your staff put in on our project on Louisville Road in developing Green Meadow Plaza. But more importantly I want you to know we appreciate all the extra attention you put into the project during construction and after completion that I would consider up and above what our contract called for. Our finished development has exceeded our expectations, thanks again for all your work.”

BILLY LOOPEPremier Properties