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Ryan Gootee General Contractors
Ryan Gootee General Contractors proves that construction can be an awesome experience for everyone involved. Founded in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina by Ryan Gootee, Michael DeGruy, and David Barbier, RGGC has grown into one of the Greater New Orleans region’s premier general contractors—with over 420 projects, $550 million in completed work, and two National AGC Build America Awards.
What sets RGGC apart isn't our portfolio, it's our approach. Guided by core values of doing the right thing, being fair to everyone, and building lifelong relationships, the company delivers concierge-level service while treating every project team like family. The founding partners remain actively engaged, ensuring accountability at the highest level.
Deeply committed to the New Orleans community through 500+ annual volunteer hours, RGGC builds more than structures—they build trust, partnerships, and a better construction experience for clients, employees, trade partners, and communities alike.
What sets RGGC apart isn't our portfolio, it's our approach. Guided by core values of doing the right thing, being fair to everyone, and building lifelong relationships, the company delivers concierge-level service while treating every project team like family. The founding partners remain actively engaged, ensuring accountability at the highest level.
Deeply committed to the New Orleans community through 500+ annual volunteer hours, RGGC builds more than structures—they build trust, partnerships, and a better construction experience for clients, employees, trade partners, and communities alike.
Mission
We prove construction can be an awesome experience for everyone.
Our mission statement shapes every interaction, decision, and project deliverable. It's about redefining what people expect from a construction process. In an industry with
Our mission statement shapes every interaction, decision, and project deliverable. It's about redefining what people expect from a construction process. In an industry with
Additional Culture Details
The health and well being of our team drive our company culture and continues to contribute to our success. We provide a fun, dynamic, and supportive environment for all of our team members, clients, and partners.
Values
- DO the Right Thing




