your site development partner
Johnson & Lesley Construction Company is a grading and site work contractor in Columbia, South Carolina. We specialize in heavy civil construction for commercial contractors, private developers, as well as federal, state, and local governments. We hold an unlimited license in South Carolina for grading, water and sewer, asphalt, concrete paving, and bridges. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with our clients based on a foundation of trust, performance, and quality work. We are proud to have met that goal for over two decades by demanding excellence of ourselves and our people.
WHAT WE DO
Below are the kinds of services we provide for general contractors on a wide range of project types for commercial, governmental, and educational institutions. Click on the buttons to get more specific information about our site work services.
FEATURED PROJECTS
Villages at Congaree Pointe
Location: Atlas Road | Columbia SC
Project Type: Multi-Family Complex
Description:
The Villages at Congaree Pointe project involved comprehensive civil site development to support a large-scale residential community. Work included site clearing, mass grading, and preparation of building pads and roadway subgrades to establish proper drainage and long-term stability. The project also included coordination and preparation for underground utilities and stormwater management systems, including retention pond construction, along with grading for future curb and gutter installation. This project highlights a well-planned, infrastructure-focused approach to residential development, laying the groundwork for a safe, functional, and sustainable community. Dirt: 33,000+ Cubic Yards Storm: 2900+ Linear Feet Paving: 18,000+ Square Yards Demolition: No demolition work was needed for this site.
The One at Columbia
Location: Percival Road | Columbia SC
Project Type: Multi-Family Complex
Description:
The Percival Road Multi-Family Development involved full-site preparation and infrastructure installation for a multi-family residential complex. Our scope of work included land clearing, mass grading, and fine grading to establish proper site elevations and drainage. We installed underground stormwater and sanitary sewer systems, along with associated underground utilities, and constructed a retention pond in accordance with engineered plans. Additional work included curb and gutter installation, asphalt paving for internal roads and parking areas, and shoulder expansion improvements along Percival Road. Dirt: 60,000+ Cubic Yards Storm: 5900+ Linear Feet Paving: 30,000+ Square Yards Demolition: No demolition work was needed on site.
COMPANY LEADERSHIP
Owners Duncan Johnson and Robert Lesley formed Johnson & Lesley Construction Company, Inc. in 2001. The collective attitude of our team is one of striving for excellence in every project we complete, from the initial planning to the final invoice.
