Shoemaker Construction Co. has served the Philadelphia construction market since 1944 and has spent the last 72 years cultivating a reputation for superior construction management services throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. In 2003, they joined The Butz Family of Companies, becoming a part of one of the largest construction management firms headquartered in Pennsylvania. They are consistently ranked among the nation’s Top 400 General Contractors by Engineering News Report and have managed an average of approximately $552 million-worth of construction over the last three years.

At Shoemaker, success begins with its people. By combining the best technical resources with the most experienced personnel in the region, Shoemaker has built a tradition of quality work delivered on time and within budget. Project teams work with owners to identify program needs and then seek to exceed their expectations.

In keeping with The Butz Family of Companies mission, Shoemaker seeks to provide superior project delivery in an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication in all business relationships; building on a tradition of excellence with an unwavering commitment to quality and continuous improvement; performing with integrity, honesty, reliability, and enthusiasm; ensuring growth opportunities for employees; and continuing a commitment to the communities they serve.

Shoemaker has significant experience in a wide variety of markets, including: Apartments and multi-family residential; Higher education and K-12; Parking garages; Municipal facilities; Retail (new and renovation); Theaters, stadiums, museums; Hotel and Conference; Hospitals/health care facilities; Corporate Offices; Historic Renovations and Retirement communities.

Some of their clients include PREIT, Macerich, Amtrak, Philadelphia Housing Authority, LEAP Academy, Drexel University, Villanova University, Tower Bridge Associates and Temple University.  

Maura Hesdon is the General Manager for Shoemaker. She also serves as Chair of the GBCA Construction Leadership Council (CLC) and as a member of the GBCA Membership and Government Affairs Committees.