Worcester Business Journal

wbjournal.com | May 4, 2026 | Worcester Business Journal 29 S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N | Business Profiles 2026 L auring Construction has been a part of the business community in Worcester since its founding in 1948 by Raymond Lauring. In 1984, Raymond's sons, Mark, John, and Jim, took the lead. Under their supervision, the company flourished and in 2023 the third generation – Dan, Mike, and Chris Lauring – were added as owners. Today, Lauring is an award-winning general contracting firm that maintains its family-owned and operated roots in Worcester County, and focuses on commercial proj- ects, including educational, religious, institutional, and hospitality work. Among its team of project managers is a robust crew of self-perform experts overseeing multiple trades in-house, including rough and finish carpen- try, excavation and earthwork, and concrete finish- ing. is provides Lauring customers with distinct advantages in cost, quality, and schedule control by utilizing their own crews on every job. In an era where fewer contractors keep these specialized trades on the payroll, Lauring stands apart. e company's depth of knowledge enables it to better plan for jobs, more efficiently approach and complete projects, and effortlessly adapt to any changes that might occur throughout the construction process. anks to its extensive track record, Lauring regularly partners with Central Massachusetts' most recognized businesses and institutions on marquee projects. Its depth of experience and self-perform capabilities ensure that Lauring projects mobilize quickly and can provide stability in an economic environment that is rapidly evolving from one day to the next. Clients and project partners routinely choose to work with the Lauring team time and again for this commitment to daily involvement in the work and delivering a finished project with the utmost transparency. "Lauring Construction has consistently exceeded expectations in terms of the quality of their work and their ability to work as a design team member," said Jordan O'Connor, Principal, Jordan O'Connor & As- sociates. "ey have our highest recommendation." Building Worcester County's Most Celebrated Projects With the ability to work within confined, occupied spaces for fit-out clients, and manage large-scale new construction and renovations within every commercial segment, Lauring has overseen some of the region's most recognized projects. Recent work includes 446 Main Street, where the Lauring team renovated three floors in the iconic Glass Tower for tenants Bowditch & Dewey and Berkshire Blanket; restaurant projects for Niche Hospitality Group, including renovations at Bocado; the relocation and fit-out of Mezcal; and, most recently, Vivienne, a new coastal Mediterranean restaurant, located at the base of the Glass Tower. e company is also oversee- ing the reconstruction of the First Congregational Church of Spencer following damage from a light- ning strike, showcasing the range of abilities Lauring has in managing complex projects. Lauring possesses the rare combination of agil- ity and experience that goes hand-in-hand with multi-generational ownership. An experienced bench of industry talent from project management to self-perform trades delivers a level of quality and follow-through rarely seen in the industry today. With deep personal and professional connections to Worcester County, its team is committed to the high- est quality and standards in commercial construc- tion and stands ready to serve clients across Central Massachusetts and the Metrowest region. n Lauring Construction Delivers Control, Crasmanship, and Continuity Street Address: 23 Brigham Road, Worcester, MA 01609 Phone Number: 508-755-0754 Website: https://lauringconstruction.com/ Product or Service Description: Family owned and operated since 1948, Lauring Construction has provided general contracting and construction management services to a diverse range of clients across Worcester County. A commitment to quality and cramanship has resulted in many repeat clients. Number of Employees: 30 Head of Company: John P. Lauring, President Year Founded: 1948 L-R: Chris, Jim, Mike, John, Dan Lauring PHOTO / EDD COTE Nichols College, Fells Student Center Vivienne Coastal Mediterranean Restaurant PHOTO /TROY PONTBRIAND OF NICHE HOSPITALITY

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