About us

Established in 1973, Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is a commercial mason contractor and general construction services provider recognized for its culture and emphasis on quality of work, efficiency, and safety on our job sites. Headquartered in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, our work spans across the Southern New England region, providing masonry services to the public and private sector. Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is a Certified Major Contractor in the State of Connecticut.

Who We are

Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. (RDC) specializes in commercial mason contracting services for municipalities, private contractors, and other various clients. Our founder, Ronnie DeMeo, established a culture predicated on craftsmanship with careful consideration for safety and efficiency. Our experienced leadership team gives us a competitive advantage by leveraging our relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to go beyond expectations and completing projects in a timely fashion. 

RDC recognizes that our people drive the business. As our most critical resource, we are firmly committed to the safety of our employees. We value our employees not only as employees, but also as human beings critical to the success of their families, the local community, and the company. Ronnie DeMeo Construction, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Certifications & Affiliations

• Licensed Major Contractor in the state of Connecticut (Lic.#MCO.0902447)

• Members of Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA)

• Level III Certified Members of Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA)

• Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) certified installers of STO and Dryvit Products

• Members of EIFS Industry Members Assocation (EIMA)

our work

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

KILWINS

MASONRY SERVICES

The Team

Charles Fendt | CEO

Charles Fendt is the CEO of Ronnie DeMeo Construction. He began his career as a laborer for RDC in 1985 and has held various positions throughout the company. Under Ronnie’s apprenticeship, Charles was appointed CEO of the company in 2006. He is responsible for overseeing all field operations and managing relationships with clients and vendors.

Dan Parker Sr. | Vice President

Dan Parker is the Vice President of Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Dan joined RDC’s team in 2004, bringing over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. He is responsible for field coordination, assistance with estimating, contract negotiation, and managing office personnel.

Cristy DeMeo | COO

Cristy DeMeo is the Chief Operating Officer for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. She has been with RDC since the company’s inception in 1973. In her current role, she is responsible for company financial reporting, company certifications, contract compliance, oversight of accounts payable/receivable, administrative supervising, and overall strategy.

Alice Viel | Controller

Alice is the Controller for Ronnie DeMeo Construction.

Chris Kohl | Senior Project Manager & Chief Estimator

Chris Kohl is a Senior Project Manager & Chief Estimator for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Chris has over 30 years of industry experience and started with RDC in 2017. He is responsible for overseeing project management and estimating while increasing yearly volume of commercial construction projects. He specializes in cost budget analysis and real estate development.

James Mazzarella | Superintendent

Jim is a Superintendent for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Jim has over 40 years of experience in all construction fields. He owned his own Construction Company for 30 years before starting with RDC in 2022. His responsibilities as a Superintendent are to oversee all aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

James Mazzarella II | Project Manager

James is a Project Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. James is a graduate of CCSU with a Degree in Construction Management. He started with RDC in 2022 and is responsible for job mobilization, project completion, coordinating with construction managers and superintendents.

Carmine Zegarelli | Project Manager

Carmine is a Project Manager for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Carmine is a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University with a Bachelors in Business Administration and a concentration in Project Management. Carmine’s construction experience comes from his years as a member of Carpenters Local 326 before joining RDC in 2024. He is responsible for job mobilization, project completion, schedule management, and job coordination with construction managers and superintendents.

Johnny Finocchiaro | Field Supervisor

Johnny is a Field Supervisor for Ronnie DeMeo Construction.

Ricky Montalvo | Manager, Payroll & Accounts Payable

Ricky is the Manager of Payroll and Accounts Payable for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. Ricky graduated from Western New England University with a Bachelor’s in Finance and Master's in Business Administration. He is responsible for all Payroll functions, certified job reporting, and vendor payables.

Anna Gaffney | Accounts Receivable Manager

Anna is the Manager of Accounts Receivables for Ronnie DeMeo Construction. She is responsible for job billings and requisitions.

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