Choate Construction

I am committed to making your next construction project as simple as possible. I’ll get the ball rolling and find you the best team available for your project.

Having been in the biz for over 30 years, I know all the ins and outs of preconstruction and construction operations. I started out in the design arena and later moved into project management in the field, so I know every aspect of running construction projects from design to closeout. 

I understand that the decision to build something, whether large or small, is a big one. My objective is to help you bring your vision to life. 

I want to help you reach your goals; so if you want to talk shop, send me a direct message.


Market Sectors: Adaptive Reuse, Athletic, Automotive, Biomedical / Laboratory, Church/Religious, Computer / Data Center, Corporate, Government / Federal, High-Rise, Historic Renovation, Hospital / Healthcare, Hospitality / Restaurant, Institutional, Interior Construction, Manufacturing / Industrial, Mixed Use, Motorsports, Multi-Housing, Parking Structures, Resorts / Amenity Centers, Retail, Senior Living, and Student Housing 

Mike began his career as a co-op student from The University of Cincinnati with Turner Construction in Mike’s hometown of Cincinnati. Years of quick advancement and impressive skills both in the field and office earned him positions at prestigious construction firms as well as accolades such as the Turner Territory Employee of the Year and Project Manager of the Year by the American Subcontractors Association.

Leadership roles include leading both individual offices and regional branches for other prominent contractors, until Mike began his role as Division Manager of the Choate Construction Company Charleston office. After three years in Charleston Mike returned to Atlanta as the Chief Operating Officer to lead the Georgia operations. With the conversion of Choate to an ESOP in late 2016, Mike has assumed the role of Chief Administrative Officer with an eye to the future in terms of organizational development and the development of the talent that resides within Choate.

Mike is active with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors, The Rotary Club of Roswell, Roswell Inc.’s Economic Development Council, Life University’s Board of Visitors, and is a board member of North Fulton Community Charities and the Roswell Convention and Visitors Board.

William Millard Choate is the Chairman & CEO of Choate Construction Company, one of the largest commercial building contractors in the Southeastern United States. With over three decades of contracting experience, Millard is responsible for the direction of all operations of the firm including marketing, preconstruction, and construction operations. Millard also takes an active role in negotiating and issuing contracts, financial management, and development of construction procedures and policies.

Millard founded Choate Construction in 1989 after first serving as a project manager with a Kentucky contractor and then moving forward to serve for 12 years as the officer of an Atlanta general contractor. A native of Nashville, TN, he is a graduate of Father Ryan High School and Vanderbilt University, where he received a Bachelors of Arts in Economics and Business.

Active in several organizations, Millard serves as a Director on the Board of Fidelity Bank, is an active member of the Business Executives for National Security (BENS), serves on various Chambers of Commerce, and is a member of the Atlanta Rotary. He has been chosen as an Entrepreneur of the Year, sponsored by Ernst & Young, Inc. Magazine, and Merrill Lynch and the Volunteer of the Year by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

BIO

Leading the preconstruction effort in Savannah, Andrew excels in providing early, proactive involvement to ensure preconstruction efforts are thorough and thoughtful.

Q&A

If you could close your eyes and be anywhere on earth when they opened, where would you be?

Anywhere between Panama City Beach and Destin. That is my happy place.

What are the best and worst things about getting older?

Worst = balding, dad bod, bills. Best = My wife and I watching our kids grow.

If you could tell one person "Thank You" for helping you become the person you are today, who would it be and what did they do?

My Dad. He has always taught me that if I wanted to be successful in life, it would take hard work and dedication in everything I do. I have always followed that philosophy.

What is your hidden talent?

Mimicking. When I tell a story or recount a conversation, I get into the character of the person whose words I’m using. Not only are there voice inflections, but the person’s expressions or gestures come with it.

What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation?

Clemson football…especially in the last 4 years. 55-4 Baby! Two Natty’s and 4 Playoff appearances. I could go on, but I’m limited to 30 words. Go Tigers!

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Talk less, listen more. Talk less, pray more. Talk less, think more. Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. (Proverbs 17:28)

Mark develops strong relationships and actively pursues new business in the Savannah market.

Q&A

What hobby would you get into if time and money weren’t an issue?

If time and money weren’t an issue I’d learn to fly a Gulfstream G650.

What are the best and worst things about getting older?

The best thing about getting older is I’m wiser, the worst thing about getting older is I’m wiser.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

“You can quit if you want, and no one will care. But you will know the rest of your life.” John Collins, Ironman