John Harper, Sr. founded Harper Builders Supply in Williamston, SC

Doug Harper joins the company, later promoted to President in 1986

Harper moves from Williamston and opens an office in Greenville, SC, where John Harper, Jr. serves his last year as President

Harper leads as a top retail contractor in the Southeast throughout the 1980s and 1990s

Harper celebrates its 50th anniversary in our downtown Greenville office, serving the region as a leader in office, education, retail, municipal, healthcare, and industrial construction

Bryan Royal founds the Environmental Systems Division, focused on improving infrastructure for local municipalities

David Wise becomes President of Harper

Harper opens an office in Spartanburg, SC

HarperXS is established to meet the demands of our clients who require construction services for smaller and time-sensitive projects

The Harper Corporation Rebrands to Harper General Contractors

The Construction Technology Department is established, focused on applying technology to our projects to enhance efficiency, productivity, safety, and quality

Harper expands regionally, opening offices Charlotte and Asheville, NC, as well as creating a headquarters for the Environmental Systems Division in Greenville, SC

Harper opens an office in Conway, SC, focused on supporting municipalities and Environmental Systems’ clients

HarperXS opens a divisional office in Greenville, SC, and expands our Coastal operations with a new office in Charleston, SC

Harper General Contractors celebrates 75 years, marking a significant milestone in our company’s history. Thank you to all the teammates, partners, clients, and friends who helped get us here