
Chicago, Illinois
Building Chicago since 1978
We have been a trusted and innovative partner building in Chicagoland for 45 years, and we’re just getting started.

What makes us unique in Chicago
Construction in the Midwest is thriving, and the greater Chicagoland area is at the center of this growth. Gilbane is a city builder currently engaged in projects with a diverse group of clients whose building needs include everything from high-rise developments and hospital construction to public schools, libraries, and life sciences projects.
Gilbane is embedded in the Chicago community. We live here; we work here; we build here. We are creating economic opportunities and forging meaningful relationships – one hospital, one school, and one community-based project at a time. Learn more about our team’s passion for building the future of Chicago here.
Our Work
Featured Projects in Chicago
Gilbane has deep expertise building public, private, and residential projects, including state-of-the-art scientific facilities, 21st-century education facilities, and notable high-rise developments contributing to the Chicago skyline. Across our entire portfolio, we aspire to a stronger, more equitable, more resilient Chicago, which means building more than buildings. Check out some of our recent projects:
Building More Than Buildings
Our business allows us to strengthen the communities around us by building schools, hospitals, and other infrastructure. We’re also deeply committed to giving back through volunteerism, corporate giving, and meaningful partnerships. Our team members contribute to the overall quality of life in our communities through active involvement in many charitable, educational, and local organizations. We encourage and support every team member to care and to become involved, with the ultimate goal of building stronger communities throughout the world. Our passion for helping others is the cornerstone of our Building More Than Buildings philosophy.

World-Class People Building Remarkable Communities
Gilbane is proud of our dynamic and diverse team, which serves as the driving force behind creativity and innovation in Chicago and beyond. Led by Vice President and Business Leader Karrie Kratz, Gilbane Chicago is powered by a majority-women senior leadership team. We are redefining what it means and what it looks like to be a leader in building, construction, and development.
With more than 600 professionals across the Midwest region and 280+ in Chicago specifically, we work with talented engineers, creative designers, skilled tradespeople, and much more on the wide array of projects we undertake. On our team and through our partnerships, diversity fuels our progress and drives enduring change. We reflect the communities we serve, which is evident in our approach and our results.


James Arends
Vice President, Sr. Director of Business Development
“From Gilbane Cares to your safety program, and the innovative construction approach, Gilbane has stood out. They disclose issues up front when they arise, always with several solutions to get back on track. They seamlessly kept the project moving and the client informed throughout COVID-19. They are collaborative and are always looking for ways to add value or save time on the project. In a university setting where every dollar is scrutinized, the efforts they put forth on a daily basis are greatly appreciated.”
Colette Porter
Former Assistant Vice President
Illinois Tech

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