Charleston construction company announces $13M HQ expansion

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Frampton Construction, a full-service construction firm, is growing its regional headquarters with an expansion in Charleston County.

The $12.9 million investment will create 69 new jobs, according to a news release.

Wanting to remain in Ladson but needing more space, Frampton Construction purchased land and built a 40,000-square-foot facility which is located at 9705 Highway 78, Suite 105, in Ladson, the release stated. The company also has offices in Charlotte and Tampa.

“Our decision to build our new office in Charleston County is a testament to our commitment to our people,” Frampton Construction President and CEO Chad Frampton said in the release. “They are the heart and soul of Frampton Construction and drive every choice we make. For nearly three decades, Frampton Construction has proudly called Charleston home, and our new office is a reflection of our deep roots and enduring dedication to our people and our community.”

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Founded in 1993, Frampton Construction offers planning and design support as well as preconstruction and construction services for the commercial, industrial and manufacturing market sectors, according to the release. The company is enlarging its manufacturing business unit and expanding the support staff dedicated to growing and developing Frampton team members.

“Frampton Construction’s announcement demonstrates how the company’s dedication to thorough planning and innovative design doesn't just shape buildings; it shapes the very fabric of our community,” Charleston County Council Chairman Herbert Ravenel Sass III said in the release.