Who is Rutherford Contracting?

Who is Rutherford Contracting?

50 years of general contracting excellence

Historic Rutherford Logo
1971

R.J. Rutherford Contracting Services Limited, operating from Rutherford House in North York and a Markham construction yard, provided essential maintenance services for schools, churches, and other organizations. Their focus included landscaping, grass cutting, and snow plowing, ensuring safe and attractive properties year-round.

1973

Rutherford Contracting expanded its service offerings in 1973 with the strategic acquisition of its first piece of equipment, laying the groundwork for future growth in construction.

1979
As Rutherford Contracting's operations grew, the company relocated its office to a charming coach house on the St. Joseph Morrow Park property, marking a new chapter of expansion.
1989
Upon Dick's retirement, R.J. Rutherford Contracting Services Limited transitioned to employee ownership, rebranding as Rutherford Contracting Ltd. and embarking on a new era of growth and collaboration.
1990
Rutherford Contracting consolidated its operations by relocating both the office and construction yard to Cardico Drive in Gormley, further establishing its presence in the region.
2011
Rutherford Contracting moved its headquarters to a spacious new office at 224 Earl Stewart Drive, Aurora, positioning itself for further growth and expansion.
2016
In 2016, Rutherford Contracting achieved the COR® certification, a testament to our unwavering commitment to safety excellence and adherence to rigorous national health and safety standards.
2021

RCL celebrated 50 years in business.

2024

RCL opens its Kingston office, specializing in facilities management work to service Eastern Ontario.

The Rutherford Edge

Our people are our greatest strength. The Rutherford Contracting QA team is a skilled and dedicated group, committed to excellence in their work.

Quality assurance is our foundation. From the earliest stages of planning, we collaborate with our construction teams to ensure a rigorous, proactive approach to every challenge. Our goal is to guarantee the success of your project.

At Rutherford Contracting, we get the job done right. We’re involved from start to finish, dedicated to minimizing errors and eliminating the need for costly rework.

Quality is the core of our commitment. Our decades of experience and multidisciplinary approach ensure we deliver on our promises, ensuring your project fulfills its potential.