History - EW Howell Construction Group

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Founded in 1891, EW Howell is a well established General Construction and Construction Management firm. With offices in Manhattan and on Long Island, we provide construction services throughout the region to a diversity of clients including retail, education, government, cultural and healthcare organizations.

Established first as a builder of fine homes, EW Howell quickly earned a reputation among those with influence, both in Manhattan and on Long Island, constructing elegant Gold Coast estates, many of which still stand today, for clients including the Guggenheim, Pratt, and Hutton families.

In the decades that followed, EW Howell grew and evolved with the changing times, becoming an integral part of the commercial construction industry. Now, we stand as one of the most prominent New York construction firms.

Central to EW Howell’s longstanding success is our dedication to every stage of the construction process. From initial planning to ribbon cutting, we maintain a constant flow of communication so that ideas are shared, challenges are surmounted, and fresh concepts are born.

1891

EW Howell Co. was founded on Long Island in Babylon, New York. The family owned company began as a builder of large estate homes throughout the Long Island region.

1938

EW Howell moved from high end residential to commercial construction and opened its first New York City office.

1967

EW Howell became a corporation in the State of New York; involvement of the Howell family remained until 1985.

1989

Obayashi acquired EW Howell.

1997

Howard Rowland became the President of EW Howell.

2010

Howard Rowland acquired minority share as Managing Partner.

2016

EW Howell Construction Group rebranding.