About

D. Wilson Construction was started by Darrell Wilson in 1957 in South Texas. Darrell had the vision of building his own business by bringing personal attention to each project and giving every client his personal commitment.

The company’s beginnings were humble with Darrell, wife Sally and brother Gerald operating out of the living room of their 5th and Laurel family home in McAllen. The business began by remodeling a few Main Street buildings in downtown McAllen along with new construction of several residences in the area. It wasn’t long before the family’s reputation for high quality work, client satisfaction and community service spread in the area and the commercial business took off.

D. Wilson Construction boasts a rich portfolio of early projects, including the iconic McAllen City Hall on 15th Street and the renovation of the historic Casa de Palmas Hotel (La Posada), founded in 1918. Serving both public and private sector clients across South Texas, Wilson Construction has become the go-to choice for constructing schools, hospitals, offices, places of worship, and commercial spaces. These projects have left a lasting impact on the local landscape, with landmarks like the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle National Shrine, drawing in over a million visitors annually, continuing to shape and serve the community.

For decades, D. Wilson Construction has been a trusted partner in shaping the educational landscape across South and Central Texas. Our portfolio spans a wide range of educational projects, including K-12 schools, community colleges, and university facilities. We have built a reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure that meets the evolving needs of students, educators, and communities. This long-standing experience has positioned us as a leader in educational construction, committed to supporting academic success through innovative and functional facilities.

In 2005, D. Wilson Construction transitioned to an employee-owned company, solidifying its commitment to its employees and ensuring a bright future for the business. This move allowed employees to have a stake in the company's success, fostering a culture of dedication, innovation, and teamwork. The transition to employee ownership has been instrumental in maintaining the company's high standards of quality and client satisfaction, as every employee is personally invested in the success of each project.

In response to the increasing demand for top-tier builders across South Texas, D. Wilson Construction Company expanded its operations in January 2010 by opening a regional office in Bexar County. This strategic move facilitated the completion of projects not only in greater Bexar County but also in rural areas of South and Central Texas.

The San Antonio Regional Office has forged partnerships with numerous local clients, including San Antonio ISD, Northside ISD, SCUC ISD, IDEA Public Schools, Somerset ISD, Fredericksburg ISD, Lockhart ISD, Stockdale ISD, City of Schertz, City of Boerne, City of New Braunfels and the City of San Antonio.

With decades of dedicated service to clients across South and Central Texas, D. Wilson Construction has consistently grown, achieving key milestones in both revenue and employee ownership. Since 2014, the company has consistently increased its annual revenue, reaching new milestones while expanding its team of employee-owners. Today, D. Wilson continues to innovate and grow, driven by a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and building lasting relationships with clients and communities.

D. Wilson's unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality commercial projects has earned it recognition as one of the Top 100 Construction Companies by ENR Texas & Louisiana Construction magazine since 2005. This year, we're proud to announce our ranking at 59th place on the prestigious list.