Why Wright-Ryan

Our Mission

BUILD LASTING PLACES, LASTING RELATIONSHIPS, AND LASTING IMPACT.

At Wright-Ryan, we believe in building with purpose. As an employee-owned company, we are driven by a shared commitment to create meaningful spaces that serve people and strengthen the communities where we live and work.

Transparency

We believe the foundation of every successful project is trust, and trust is built through transparency. At Wright-Ryan, we keep our clients informed at every stage with clear communication, honest budgeting, and full visibility into our process. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment where expectations are aligned, decisions are informed, and there are no surprises, just results.

Social Responsibility

Headquartered in the heart of Portland, Maine, a vibrant and culturally rich city, Wright-Ryan is deeply invested in the well-being of our community and environment. We actively support local organizations, events, and initiatives, and we believe in giving back to the neighborhoods that have shaped who we are. Through volunteerism, partnerships, and environmental stewardship, we work to make a lasting, positive impact.

Sustainability

At Wright-Ryan, we’re continually pushing the envelope to deliver high-performance buildings that benefit both our clients and our communities. Whether it’s LEED, Passive House, the Living Building Challenge, or any level in between, we believe sustainable design is attainable at any price point and always worth the investment. Our team brings deep expertise and practical strategies to help clients achieve meaningful, lasting results.

A Leader with a History of ‘Firsts’

Cranberry Ridge, Freeport, ME

First LEED Platinum home in the Northeast

Modern residential complex with colorful facades and landscaped green area.

Village Centre Apartments, Brewer, ME

The largest PHIUS building in New England and the second largest in North America at the time of completion in September 2016.

Modern red and gray commercial building on a sunny day at 72 Oak Street.

Oak Street Lofts, Portland, ME

Maine’s first affordable multi-family building to achieve LEED Platinum.

Modern building by Wright-Ryan with people chatting, showcasing expert craftsmanship and inviting design.

Bowdoin Park Row Apts, Brunswick, ME

Bowdoin College’s first Passive House (PHIUS) Certified project.

Here’s What Our Clients Are Saying

“Throughout the project, the Wright-Ryan team was responsive to our needs and the needs of the adjacent neighborhood. They developed creative solutions to unique problems associated with renovating and expanding the historic 1888 ornate brick building.”

– Kendra Amaral, Kittery Town Manager
Rice Public Library, Kittery, ME
“As members of the ownership team, we have appreciated the incredible responsiveness of WR at all levels, and have heard comments from numerous subcontractors across trades that in their careers they have seldom, if ever, encountered a more respectful and collaborative work environment.”

– Lucas St. Clair, Elliotsville Foundation
Tekαkαpimək Contact Station, Patten, ME
“The project was completed within the time frame projected. I strongly recommend Wright-Ryan as one of the leaders in medical space development and construction in our community.”

– Michael Bedecs, DO
1945 Congress St, Portland, ME
“The architect’s vision for an entirely natural appearance led WR to develop a rigorously tested and completely unique fabrication process, as no commercial product could meet both our engineering and aesthetic requirements. That is but one example of how, as CM, Wright-Ryan has gone above and beyond.”

– Lucas St. Clair, Elliotsville Foundation
Tekαkαpimək Contact Station, Patten, ME
“From the get-go, Wright-Ryan impressed us with their steadfast dedication to schedule, cost control, and quality. They have not only met our expectations but surpassed them, delivering top-notch results within budget and on time.”

– Tim Ryan, Ashmead White Executive Director of Athletics at Bowdoin College
Bowdoin Athletic Facilities, Brunswick, ME
“What’s so wonderful about the Wright-Ryan team is their engagement really early on in the process. Wright-Ryan is a part of the team in making sure that we’re are doing our absolute best!”

– Jesse Carroll, Jesse Carroll Architects
“The thing I love about Wright-Ryan is that we draw our designs on paper, and they bring it to life. When we really collaborate together, that’s where the magic happens.”

– Heidi Lachapelle, Heidi Lachapelle Interiors
“Wright-Ryan doesn’t just build projects; they build relationships with the teams they’re serving that are built on a foundation of exceptional communication. Our new facilities have quickly become sources of pride for our entire campus community.”

– Tim Ryan, Ashmead White Executive Director of Athletics at Bowdoin College
Bowdoin Athletic Facilities, Brunswick, ME
“Our ongoing partnership with Wright-Ryan has been a vital part of our success over the span of many years. We have been lucky to be involved in so many incredible projects that bring together the “best of the best” in Building Maine’s Great Spaces.”

– Travis Barton, Morningstar Stone and Tile
“WR has managed timing and complex logistics in a remote environment while mustering materials and labor during a worldwide pandemic and in the face of daunting supply chain and skilled worker shortages.”

– Lucas St. Clair, Elliotsville Foundation
Tekαkαpimək Contact Station, Patten, ME
“Wright-Ryan is not only a tenant, but a trusted partner. We look forward to continuing our partnership with them for years to come.”

– Vin Veroneau, J.B. Brown & Sons