A Trusted Leader in Industrial & Commercial Construction Services

Company overview

Built on Skill. Driven by Quality.

SMC has thrived on tackling difficult projects and we’ve built a reputation for on-time, on-budget project completions. We have adapted to make optimal use of our highly qualified manpower and our years of construction experience and institutional knowledge. While SMC has grown over the years, we’ve retained our work ethic and commitment to quality craftsmanship and safe work practices. These are our core values.

Having the capacity to self-perform all major construction trades, we solidify our ability to maintain the frontlines of the current construction market and employ confidence as the industry continues to evolve. Our competitive advantage remains our highly trained workforce, solid financial strength, and hundreds of years of combined construction experience within our management staff.

Leading the way in safety and quality for our customers, we believe our biggest asset is our people. On average, SMC employs 175 employees who are specialized in their fields and committed to meeting and maintaining the highest standard of workmanship and safety.

Code Stamps

  • NBBI “R” Stamp, Boiler Repair
  • ASME “S” Stamp for Power Boilers

Quality Control

  • Manager – Doug McDougal / CEO
  • Authorized Inspection Agency – Hartford Steam Boiler

SMC is licensed by the State of Maine: 

  • natural gas installations and conversions
  • Master Electrical License

The History of SMC

1977


Sullivan and Merritt Inc were established by Mr. Peter Sullivan and Mr. John Merritt as an industrial general contractor providing quality construction services to the paper making industry and the power industry in the Northeast United States.

1995


Sullivan and Merritt, Inc. forms Electrical Division.

2006


Sullivan and Merritt Inc. was purchased by two project managers of the company, and Sullivan and Merritt Constructors, Inc. were established. Jon Lee and Lance Leavitt began to grow SMC into a well-known company that has a strong presence in the fields of power generation, process piping, instrumentation, boiler work, including general contractor and paper industry construction services.

2008


July: Sullivan and Merritt Constructors complete largest project to date, $15 million sawmill expansion

August: Sullivan and Merritt Corporation awarded first overseas contract, a large pipe fabrication project for a company in Abu Dhabi.

2024


Lucas Vanadestine and Douglas McDougal purchased the company which established Sullivan and Merritt Corporation.  They are proud to be following in the footsteps of a 49-year-old tradition with a renewed vision of growth and vitality.  Together, Lucas and Doug have a focused vision on supporting the current industrial and commercial markets that have been the backbone of success throughout the years but also look to the bright future of Industry in Maine and New England.