H. J. Russell & Company is one of the largest African‑American‑owned real‑estate and construction businesses in the United States. The firm was founded by Herman “H. J.” Russell in 1952 as a plastering business and evolved into a vertically integrated service provider specializing in construction and program management.
H. J. Russell & Company operates from Atlanta, Dallas, and the Boston area, with active regional teams across Florida. Atlanta serves as the headquarters, coordinating construction, program management, development, and property management with a strong focus on safety, supplier inclusion, and community impact. Our Dallas hub expands delivery across Texas for aviation, higher education, healthcare, and municipal programs, while the Boston team anchors New England work in high-rise, hospitality, and aviation. In Florida, we staff projects with mobile leadership and on-site teams to support universities, municipalities, and private owners.
At H. J. Russell & Company, S.P.A.C.E. is built around your outcomes. Safety protects people and operations; Passion drives momentum; Accountability ensures clear commitments and follow-through; Collaboration aligns our teams with yours to solve issues early; Excellence delivers disciplined planning, quality, and reliable schedules. The result is a predictable, high-value project experience.
To continue as a profitable enterprise that:
Our vision is to be a catalyst for community and economic mpowerment through our superior work in the real estate and construction industries.
Your project deserves experienced leaders who listen first and act with confidence. Our executive team brings market insight, hands-on oversight, and a commitment to measurable results. See the people who keep work moving and your goals on track.
H. J. Russell & Company partners closely with its sister company, Concessions International (CI), one of the nation’s largest Black-owned airport food and beverage operators. Founded in 1979, CI runs nearly 40 locations across eight U.S. airports for more than 30 national, regional, and proprietary brands, employs about 1,100 people, and generates approximately $120 million in annual revenue.
