About

Since its founding in 1959, D.F. Pray has been delivering construction services with pride throughout New England and beyond. We are a single-source contractor equipped with skilled professionals and expertise to oversee intricate projects from initial design and planning stages through to construction and final project delivery.

Big enough to get the job done, small enough to care. ®

Our Beginning

Bonded by their experiences in the U.S. Navy during World War II, C. Edward Pray, George Foltz, and Charles Dermody, were motivated by the belief that everyone should have the freedom and opportunity to succeed and achieve a better life. With this American dream in mind, they established D.F. Pray in Seekonk, Massachusetts in 1959 to create employment opportunities within their community

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Continuing a Family Tradition

In 1982 Scott W. Pray, the son of C. Edward Pray, joined the company and in 1987 Scott assumed the role of President. 66 years later, the company continues to operate as a family-owned business, with Zachary Pray and Kathryn Pray, members of the third generation, actively involved in shaping the strategic direction of D.F. Pray.

With 86 industry professionals and four locations within New England, we still uphold our guiding core principle: delivering services efficiently, while ensuring personalized care.

Big Enough to Get the Job Done, Small Enough to Care®

Impacting & Supporting Our Communities

Originating in 1997 as a charity golf tournament in memory of Ron Carr, an esteemed member of the D.F. Pray family and a valued friend, The Pray Family Foundation has evolved significantly. Our mission is dedicated to funding research aimed at eradicating Leukemia and Lymphoma, Neuroblastoma, and Pancreatic Cancer, as well as supporting research initiatives with Southcoast Health and various philanthropic activities within our operational communities.

Our unwavering commitment is reflected in our ongoing efforts to raise funds to support cancer research.

What Our Clients Say

“From their executive team to their on-site superintendent and craftsmen, D.F. Pray is professional, committed and attentive to details at every level. Though the timeline and budget were impacted by Covid, they did an exceptional job in shepherding the project through the challenges, and we recommend them without reservation.”

Kara Anderson, Senior Project Manager, Director of Preservation

AHF Boston | Charles River Speedway

“The successful transformation of the Charles River Speedway is a result of the diligence, efficiency, and adaptability of D.F. Pray General Contractors. This dynamic project is a testament to the power of teamwork, and we are grateful our team included D.F. Pray.”

Jason Jewhurst, AIA , Partner & Principal

Bruner/Cott Architects | Charles River Speedway

“D.F. Pray’s dedication, hard work and commitment to the various projects that we have completed together is both impressive and beyond expectation. Working with D.F. Pray has been a wonderful experience.”

Mark E. Conley, P.E., VP of Construction & Development

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