Choate Construction Co.

As President & CEO, Matt is responsible for the development of Choate Construction’s long-term vision, strategy, and direction. His passion to advance Choate’s mission and reputation in the industry leads us to provide the highest level of service to our clients while providing rewarding careers for our employee-owners.

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.

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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.

Supporting our clients and project teams from a project’s infancy onward, Heath leads the preconstruction effort for the Nashville team, ensuring accurate and meaningful involvement from the very start.

With nearly 30 years at Choate, Ben has managed a wide variety of projects and teams. As Division Manager, he establishes and oversees the execution of Atlanta’s short- and long-term business strategies.

Benefiting from his many years in Project Management, Brian oversees the project teams of Atlanta’s Interior Construction division.

Craig Cartrett brings a long history of business leadership and construction experience to the Choate team. Passion, integrity, and professionalism in every project he undertakes is his hallmark.

Capitalizing on 25+ years in project management, Croswell oversees the project teams of Atlanta’s Base Building division.

Leading the Charlotte office, John’s primary goals are to maintain Choate’s stellar reputation and client relationships, promote Charlotte’s infamous work hard/play hard culture, and develop short- and long-term business strategy.

Seth’s depth of knowledge from preconstruction to closeout, as well as his humble, servant leadership style ensure the Raleigh project teams he oversees excel.

Known for creatively optimizing project cost and schedule, Todd leads multiple project teams focusing on building renovations, interior construction, and multi-phased pursuits.

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 

With a focus on interior construction, Daniela cultivates relationships with both prospective and existing Choate clients and business partners.

Leading the efforts of Choate’s marketing team, Emily inspires growth with creativity and enthusiasm through marketing strategy, brand management, and innovative initiatives.

Quinn’s goal is to build lasting relationships with new and existing clients, delivering Choate’s solutions-based and client-focused approach in the Charleston area.

Dave champions strategic geographic growth for Choate with a focus on procuring and managing nationwide project pursuits. He will also aid Choate’s senior staff in managing large, complex projects where his vast experience can be leveraged across a broader spectrum within Choate. Dave’s industry experience includes many varied types of construction projects such as corporate facilities, office, higher education, healthcare, laboratory/life sciences, high tech research/development & data center, multi-family, assisted living, parking decks, and commercial/retail.

Dave began his career in the construction business in the 1980’s where he worked summers in the equipment yard, jobsites, and in the office as an intern for a large general contractor in the Chicago area. Dave earned his Bachelors of Building Construction from the University of Florida and has worked for large contractors in Charlotte, North Carolina and Chicago, Illinois. Dave and his family moved to Raleigh in 1994, where he has enjoyed an active role in the Triangle region’s construction industry ever since.

Within the industry, Dave is an active member of the Associated General Contractors and a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors’ Triangle Council. In the greater Triangle business community, he is a Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors member and a Cary Chamber of Commerce member. He also supports Habitat for Humanity, the Susan G. Komen’s NC Triangle affiliate, and the Fight for 1 in 9 Foundation.

Partnering with owners and developers to provide strategic direction and oversight, Richard leads the business development, preconstruction and operations for senior living projects at Choate.

Working proactively to minimize risk and maximize collaboration, Shawn manages ongoing legal projects and supports smart contract agreements, compliance, and dispute resolution.

Leading Choate’s VirtualWorks department, Todd spearheads the understanding and utilization of today’s most advanced technological VDC and BIM tools in the AEC industry.