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Building Excellence With a Personal Commitment.

Since its founding in 1996, Massey Construction Corp. has been a cornerstone of the North Shore, delivering exceptional construction services with a dedication to quality, integrity and client satisfaction. As a locally owned and operated business, we understand the character and needs of communities from Boston to the North Shore.

While MCC was founded by Michael Massey, our family's commitment to craftsmanship in Swampscott reaches back much further. In 1931 Michael's grandparents, John and Gertrude Massey, established Massey Plumbing & Heating Co. It quickly became a trusted name across the North Shore and is widely considered the oldest continuously operating business in Swampscott. Michael's brother Rick runs it today, and the two companies still work together when a project is the right fit. The roots go back further still: in the 1870s, Gertrude's family, the Casagrandes, cut stone in the Gloucester quarries.

Before founding MCC, Michael built an extensive background in estimating and project management at large general contractors, supervising and estimating major projects across the Boston market and helping one firm establish its public sector presence. He founded MCC in 1996 and immediately secured DCAMM certification to bid public work.

From day one he instilled meticulous attention to detail, on-time delivery and exceptional workmanship. That standard continues today with Michael working alongside his sons, Justin and Trevor, approaching every project with the same care as if it were our own.

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Justin, Michael and Trevor Massey
Four Generations

Nearly a century of the Massey name in the trades.

We believe successful projects are built on trust and collaboration. As a growing family business we offer personalized service, guiding clients through every step with a keen focus on detail, and we're dedicated to the growth and vibrancy of the North Shore and beyond.

1931

It started with plumbing and heating

John and Gertrude Massey open Massey Plumbing & Heating Co. in Swampscott. Their son Dick carries it on, and his sons Michael, Jeff, Rick and Pete grow up in the business.

1986

A career in commercial construction

Michael graduates from Boston College and works his way from purchasing manager to project manager and estimator at Boston general contractors.

1996

Massey Construction Corp.

Michael founds MCC and immediately earns DCAMM certification to bid public projects.

2015

The next generation on site

Justin joins full time as a project superintendent after Bentley University and a year in commercial lending. He grew up on MCC job sites.

2018

Two brothers in the business

Trevor joins full time after Boston College, and Justin moves into project management.

Today

A family business, run by a team

Justin leads the firm as President with Michael beside him. Alexander Corcoran directs preconstruction; Christian Gingle, Morgan Sawyer and John Gallagher manage projects; Trevor Massey, Jeff Massey, Richard Hanrahan and Gino Faia run the field.

Let's Build Something
Great Together.

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