CELEBRATING 30 YEARS!

Building Tomorrow, Together.

Uniting Vision, Innovation, and Expertise in Every Joint Venture

R.J. Leeper Joint Venture Partnership Portfolio

From cutting-edge healthcare facilities to educational landmarks and critical infrastructure, each of our projects are a testament to the synergy of minds, the resilience of partnerships, and the pursuit of excellence. Explore the stories behind these ventures, each contributing to achievements that have shaped our communities and left an indelible mark on the built environment of the Charlotte region.

The Pearl CLT

A joint venture between R.J. Leeper Construction and Whiting-Turner Construction.

Developed in collaboration between Atrium Health, Wake Forest School of Medicine and Wexford Science & Technology, The Pearl represents a cutting-edge, multi-phased, mixed-use development which broke ground in 2023. This transformative project encompasses office, lab, retail, and residential spaces, including affordable housing. Anchored by Charlotte’s first four-year medical school, the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte, The Pearl exemplifies a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions and fostering inclusivity within our community.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Expansion

A joint venture between R.J. Leeper Construction, Holder Construction and Edison Foard Construction.

Our partnership at Charlotte Douglas International Airport encompasses the construction of the Central Energy Plant and Terminal Lobby Expansion. The Central Energy Plant, initiated in January 2020, supports the new terminal with essential utilities. The Terminal Lobby Expansion includes additional security lanes, ticketing, baggage claim areas, and an 8-lane elevated roadway canopy, enhancing the airport's functionality and aesthetics.

Charlotte Convention Center Renovation

A joint venture between R.J. Leeper Construction, Holder Construction and Edison Foard Construction.

This renovation project aims to add 125,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, connecting seamlessly with the Stonewall Light Rail stop through a pedestrian bridge. The project also includes a captivating new art installation on the bridge, enhancing the convention center's offerings and connectivity.

Central Piedmont Community College Parr Center

A joint venture between R.J. Leeper Construction and Rodgers Construction.

The 183,000 sq. ft. Parr Center is a cutting-edge facility which stands as the largest in the college's 59-year history. The Center includes the Hagemeyer Library, a Student Union, Academic Success Center, and a 450-seat theater, the Parr Center redefines student spaces. With its modern amenities, including a maker space, podcasting rooms, art gallery, and outdoor terraces, it transforms the student experience. Named after benefactors Wilton L. and Mary W. Parr, the center serves as Central Piedmont's new front door, symbolizing a commitment to academic and professional excellence.

Charlotte Mecklenburg School Capital Improvements Plan

A joint venture between R.J. Leeper Construction, LeChase Construction and Jacobs Construction.

Since 1996, R.J. Leeper Construction has played a pivotal role in program management for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). Collaborating seamlessly with LeChase Construction and Jacobs Construction, our joint venture has been at the forefront of overseeing substantial school bonds, reflecting our dedication to educational excellence.

Over the years, we've steered the successful implementation of key bonds, including the 2007 bond ($516 million), the 2013 bond ($301 million), and the 2017 bond ($922 million).

In November 2023, a record $2.5 billion bond referendum was approved, marking a significant step forward for CMS. The renovation of Billingsville and Sedgefield elementary schools, as well as Marie G. Davis, is expected to be complete by August 2025. These schools will reopen as Montessori magnet schools, replacing the older and smaller Chantilly, Park Road, and J.T. Williams buildings. This substantial investment underlines our unwavering dedication to shaping the educational landscape for CMS.

For the management of these projects, CMS has once again chosen LeChase, Jacobs, and Leeper as project managers—a testament to our longstanding and trusted partnership with the district.