About us

Established in 1973, Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is a commercial mason contractor and general construction services provider recognized for its culture and emphasis on quality of work, efficiency, and safety on our job sites. Headquartered in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, our work spans across the Southern New England region, providing masonry services to the public and private sector. Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is a Certified Major Contractor in the State of Connecticut.

Who We are

Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. (RDC) specializes in commercial mason contracting services for municipalities, private contractors, and other various clients. Our founder, Ronnie DeMeo, established a culture predicated on craftsmanship with careful consideration for safety and efficiency. Our experienced leadership team gives us a competitive advantage by leveraging our relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to go beyond expectations and completing projects in a timely fashion. 

RDC recognizes that our people drive the business. As our most critical resource, we are firmly committed to the safety of our employees. We value our employees not only as employees, but also as human beings critical to the success of their families, the local community, and the company. Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Certifications & Affiliations

• Licensed Major Contractor in the state of Connecticut (Lic.#MCO.0902447)

• Members of Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA)

• Level III Certified Members of Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA)

• Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) certified installers of STO and Dryvit Products

• Members of EIFS Industry Members Assocation (EIMA)

our work

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

KILWINS

MASONRY SERVICES

The Team

Charles Fendt | CEO

Charles Fendt is the CEO of Ronnie DeMeo Construction. He began his career as a laborer for RDC in 1985 and has held various positions throughout the company. Under Ronnie’s apprenticeship, Charles was appointed CEO of the company in 2006. He is responsible for overseeing all field operations and managing relationships with clients and vendors.

Dan Parker Sr. | Vice President

Dan Parker is the Vice President of Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Dan joined RDC’s team in 2004, bringing over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. He is responsible for field coordination, assistance with estimating, contract negotiation, and managing office personnel.

Cristy DeMeo | COO

Cristy DeMeo is the Chief Operating Officer for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. She has been with RDC since the company’s inception in 1973. In her current role, she is responsible for company financial reporting, company certifications, contract compliance, oversight of accounts payable/receivable, administrative supervising, and overall strategy.

Karen Blake | Manager, Accounts Payable & Receivable

Karen Blake is the Manager of accounts payable and receivable at Ronnie DeMeo Construction. She has been with RDC since 2018. In her current role, she is responsible for job billings, requisitions, and vendor payables.

Chris Kohl | Senior Project Manager & Chief Estimator

Chris Kohl is a Senior Project Manager & Chief Estimator for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Chris has over 30 years of industry experience and started with RDC in 2017. He is responsible for overseeing project management and estimating while increasing yearly volume of commercial construction projects. He specializes in cost budget analysis and real estate development.

Jeff Osak | Senior Project Manager

Jeff Osak is a Project Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Upon graduating from Central Connecticut State University, Jeff started with RDC in 2016 as an associate project manager. He is responsible for project completion, material delivery, coordinating with construction managers and superintendents, and submittal processing.

• ABAA Level III Certified

Dan Parker II | Senior Project Manager

Dan Parker II is a Project Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Dan graduated from the American International College in 2016. He started with RDC in 2014 and plays a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of a construction project, from its inception to completion. He is also involved with sales and negotiations.

James Mazzarella | Superintendent

Jim is a Superintendent for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Jim has over 40 years of experience in all construction fields. He owned his own Construction Company for 30 years before starting with RDC in 2022. His responsibilities as a Superintendent are to oversee all aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

James Mazzarella II | Project Manager

James is a Project Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. James is a graduate of CCSU with a Degree in Construction Management. He started with RDC in 2022 and is responsible for job mobilization, project completion, coordinating with construction managers and superintendents.

Johnny Finocchiaro | General Foreman & Safety Officer

Johnny is a General Foreman and Safety Officer for Ronnie DeMeo Construction.

Meghan Hutton | Human Resources Manager

Meghan is the Human Resources Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Meghan graduated from the University of Connecticut with a master's in human resource management in the Spring of 2023. She is responsible for all HR functions, including payroll and certified job reporting.

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