After 20 years, Leon Williams Contractors, LLC has a new leader taking the reins. Jimmy Hawkins, who began serving as president of the design-build contractor in 2016, has been officially announced as the owner of Leon Williams Contractors, LLC.

“It’s an honor to follow in the footsteps of such a great and respected leader,” said Hawkins. “Everyone loves Leon, and he is a staple in this community. My goal is to continue building on the success that we have achieved over the years and be a construction partner that the community turns to when they need a high-quality project completed.”

After a 55-year career in construction, including 20 years at Leon Williams Contractors, Leon Williams retired at the end of 2022. Over the past 10 years, leadership has gradually transitioned over to Hawkins.

“Leon and his late wife, Margaret, selected me in 2005 and spent years instilling in me the culture and values that have brought Leon Williams Contractors success over the past 21 years,” Hawkins said. “While Leon may not be present in the business, his tradition of building high-quality projects will continue. The next generation of Leon Williams Contractors is poised for success.”

Hawkins’s experience with Leon Williams Contractors began while he was still attending the University of Tennessee, where he graduated magna cum laude with a BS in civil engineering. During his junior year, he began working part-time at the company. His hard work and dedication led him to the path of leadership in the company as he was promoted to partner in 2011.

In 2014, Hawkins was promoted to senior partner before being named president of Leon Williams Contractors in 2016.

Leon Williams Contractors, LLC helps clients get more done in less time while receiving more value for less cost. As the Maryville commercial construction leader, the team uses a combination of value engineering and the design-build delivery method to ensure projects stay on time and on budget.

If you are ready to partner with a trusted contractor, give Hawkins and our team of experts a call at (865) 982-1734 or contact us online.