James Nolan Construction is a multi-faceted construction firm that specializes in the historic preservation and architectural conservation of historic structures. 

2024 will be will James' 29th year in construction. His primary focus has been architectural conservation and historic preservation. This focus has led to a diverse knowledge of interdisciplinary trades. James Nolan Construction has the capacity to perform many project related tasks in house. James worked primarily in Charleston SC and Savannah Georgia prior to relocating to Austin Texas in 2010. 

James graduated from the College of Charleston with degrees in history.  It was this appreciation of history that led him to the conservation and preservation of historic structures. And it was this appreciation in historic architecture to spend time in Europe working and learning about proper design and traditional building techniques and methods. 

James brought this focus to Austin and has worked on several Texas state and National landmarks. Several of James' projects have won preservation Austin awards. Most notably, The Dedrick-Hamilton House for the Austin African American Cultural Heritage facility and the pergola at Wooldridge Square Park. In addition to historic preservation, James Nolan Construction also works on a variety of construction projects including the renovation of personal residences, bars and restaurants.

James Nolan Construction is as comfortable properly preserving a 200 year old structure as we are building a contemporary designed home from the ground up. 

James has taken his experience and knowledge of historic preservation and construction and begun providing consultations for large and small scale projects.