rand* construction today announced the opening of its Charlotte, NC office, marking the firm’s eighth location nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., rand* also has offices in Atlanta, Austin, Dallas, Denver, Houston and Salt Lake City. This expansion reflects its continued strategy of disciplined growth in high-performing, sustainable markets.

Founded in 1989, rand* construction is a woman founded, majority women-owned premier general contractor. Specializing in high end commercial interiors and building renovations, rand* has an annual revenue of over $640 million. As a woman-owned business, rand* brings differentiated leadership to the Charlotte construction market, reflecting its long-standing commitment to diversity in leadership within the industry.

“This expansion represents our long-term commitment to our clients and partners and sustained investment in national growth,” said Linda Rabbitt, Founder and Executive Chairman at rand*. “Our Charlotte team reflects the same people-first culture and collaborative mindset that define rand* across every market we serve.”

The new Charlotte office will be led by Anne Goodson, Director. With more than 23 years of experience in commercial construction, Goodson has built her career at both national and regional general contractors, progressing from Project Engineer to Project Executive and Director of Project Management. Her background spans complex, diverse projects and building high-performing teams, positioning her to guide rand*’s growth in the Charlotte market.

“Charlotte is a dynamic market that aligns directly with our expertise, including high-end commercial interiors, capital investment, restaurant and retail,” said Tim Schmidt, Executive Vice President and Partner at rand*. “This expansion is a strategic investment in a market that reflects the clients and sectors we know best.”

“Our growth into Charlotte reflects who we’ve been for 36 years,” said Matt Dausch, Executive Vice President and Partner at rand*. “We invest in strong markets, empower experienced leaders, and build interiors with precision and accountability. We’re excited to contribute to Charlotte’s continued momentum.”

rand* is actively building its Charlotte team and welcomes conversations with experienced construction professionals interested in joining a people-first organization.