Ricci Construction, LLC

Ricci Construction, LLC is a full-service construction company in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, serving commercial, municipal, industrial, healthcare, biotechnology, and fire/police safety complexes across New England. With a foundation built on quality and customer service since 1935, the company offers general contracting, construction management, design-build services, and in-house engineering and design. Their project portfolio includes notable works such as the Jackson Fire Station, Saint James Place Apartments, and the Flight House Fitness facility. The firm has over 90 years of experience in the region and maintains a strong reputation for delivering projects on time and on budget.

Ricci Construction operates as a family-owned business, now led by third-generation member John E. Ricci, P.E., and emphasizes long-term relationships with skilled craftsmen and trusted subcontractors. The company’s approach centers on proactive planning, cost-effective engineering, and sustainable building practices, including the integration of geothermal heating and cooling systems and solar technologies in select projects. Their focus on energy-efficient, thermally efficient buildings reflects a longstanding commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in construction.

The business is located on River Road in Portsmouth, approximately 0.1 miles from the Spaulding Turnpike and just under a mile from the Piscataqua River. It sits near Bloody Point, a prominent cape, and is bordered by Pickering Brook to the west and Trickys Cove to the east, with Woodbury Avenue running nearby. The proximity to major regional infrastructure and natural features underscores its strategic location within the city’s industrial and commercial corridors.

Though the company holds a 3.70 rating with no publicly listed score strengths, its decades-long presence and consistent work on high-profile municipal and specialized projects reflect a deep-rooted reliability and expertise. Ricci Construction remains a trusted name in Portsmouth and the broader New England region, known for its enduring commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and client-focused delivery.