National General Contractor • Custom Smart Home Builder • Real Estate Developer
Headquarters: New York City / Westchester, NYÂ
Satellite Offices: Beverly Hills (Los Angeles), Metro Atlanta, Dallas–Fort Worth, Greenwich (CT), Bergen County (NJ), The Hamptons (NY)Â

Mr. Daniel Salem Dawkins II — Master Builder (26 Years)
Chairman & CEO, Dawkins Development Group Inc.
Recognized for delivering high‑end custom residential and commercial projects, government contracting, and large‑scale land development. DDG is a reliable, innovation‑driven builder expanding nationwide.
Our National Promise
Exclusive Builder for Solar, Energy‑Efficient, Smart Homes
Dawkins Development Group Inc. is the exclusive construction partner for DDG Smart Homes—our parent brand’s flagship line of solar, energy‑efficient, technology‑integrated residences. Through this strategic partnership, we are the only builder authorized to deliver DDG Smart Homes™ systems, including proprietary fire‑resistant assemblies and smart fire‑safety technology.
National General Contractor & Developer:
We serve high‑net‑worth clients, family offices, funds, and institutional investors.
Investor Partnerships:
We co‑develop new construction and land development projects across our core states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia, Texas, and California.
Insurance Restoration Leader:
Preferred partner for fire, water, smoke, tree, and storm damage—from emergency response to complete rebuilds.


Core Capabilities
Custom Smart Homes (Ground‑Up):
Net‑zero ready, solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, whole‑home automation, resilient envelopes, and DDG Smart Fire Safety integration.
High‑End Residential Remodeling:
Whole‑home renovations, luxury kitchens, spa baths, additions, and estate upgrades.
Commercial & Mixed‑Use Construction:
Office, medical, hospitality, boutique retail, and TI/build‑outs; structural and non‑structural metal framing.
Multifamily & Subdivisions:
Infill spot builds, subdivisions, apartment rehabs, and new mid‑rise wood/steel construction.
Foundations → Finish Carpentry:
Excavation, foundations, framing, MEP coordination, drywall/finishes, millwork, closeout & commissioning.
Insurance Restoration & Rebuilds:
Fire/water/smoke/tree/storm claims; Xactimate‑driven scopes; adjuster liaison; code‑plus reconstruction.
Roofs (Residential/Commercial):
Architectural shingle, standing‑seam metal, membrane/flat.
Outdoor Living:
Pools, decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, site lighting, and hardscapes.
Markets We Serve (Primary)
Additional satellite coverage available nationwide by request for select private clients, family offices, lenders, and funds.
Design
Build
Construction
Why Owners, Investors & Institutions Choose DDG
- Exclusive DDG Smart Homes™ Integration: Only DDG builds our solar, energy‑efficient, smart product line—direct partnership with the parent company ensures best‑in‑class technology and supply.
- Resilience at the Core: Fire‑resistant construction, non‑combustible exterior packages, ember‑resistant vents, defensible‑space planning, backup power, and water‑conserving systems.
- Proven Delivery: 26‑year construction track record; licensed/insured; city & federal contracting experience.
- Investor‑Grade Execution: Project LLC structures, transparent reporting, lender‑ready schedules, critical‑path management, and ROI‑driven value engineering.
- One Team, Door‑to‑Door: Pre‑con, estimating, permitting, build, commissioning, warranty—single point of accountability.
Government & Insurance
Local/State/Federal Contracting: Compliance with procurement, prevailing wage, and safety requirements.
Insurance Restoration: Fire, water, smoke, and storm—scoped accurately, executed quickly, rebuilt better

Featured Service Lines (Detail)

Custom Smart Homes
- Solar arrays, battery storage, advanced insulation assemblies, high‑performance windows, air‑sealing, ERV/HRV.
- DDG Smart Fire Safety integrated detection/suppression, early‑warning, and remote monitoring.
- Integrated controls: lighting, HVAC, shades, access, cameras, leak/fire detection, energy dashboards.
High‑End Remodeling & Additions
- Estate‑grade kitchens/baths, specialty stone, bespoke millwork, gallery lighting, wine rooms, wellness/spa suites.
- Seamless additions and structural reconfigurations with architect/engineer coordination.


Commercial, Medical & Mixed‑Use
- Clinics, dental/med‑spa, professional office, restaurant & lounge renovations, boutique hospitality, and retail TI.
- Core/shell upgrades, MEP coordination, life‑safety systems, ADA and code compliance.
Multifamily & Land Development
- Infill lots, spot builds, small‑tract subdivisions, value‑add multifamily rehabs, new ground‑up communities.
- Entitlements, site planning, horizontal & vertical integration for speed to market.


How We Partner With Investors & Lenders
Co‑Development:
DDG partners on land acquisition, entitlement, and vertical build.
Project LLCs:
Clear waterfall distributions; investor capital returned prior to profit splits.
Lender Ready:
Detailed budgets/schedules, draw management, inspections, lien waivers, and risk controls.
Geographies:
Actively building in NY, NJ, CT, GA, TX, CA; selective national assignments welcomed.
Recognition & Credentials
- Licensed General Contractor in multiple jurisdictions (NYC DOB, CA, GA, NJ, CT, TX registrations as applicable).
- MWBE certification history; safety‑first culture; insured and bondable (project‑specific).
- Builders’ platform tools for scheduling, selections, and transparent client updates.

Private Clients, Family Offices, Funds & Lenders:
Let’s build the next generation of luxury, resilient, smart real estate.
Testimonials
Joseph Franco
Home Owner | August 2017
Dan has been doing work for our company for many years, we are very happy with his work and professionalism and will continue using him for all our future jobs.
Mike Riccardo
Home Owner | June 2011
I originally hired Dan to simply remove the shelving, furniture and molding around the perimeter of my basement to prepare for waterproofing. When the waterproofing was completed and I Dan came back to replace the items he had removed, he asked what my plans were for the basement and suggested that with a nice dry basement, why not put tiles on the floor and repaint the paneling to give the basement a totally new and brighter look? Well that was the best decision I made. Dan was quick and careful, cleaned up and 6 years later the basement is as good as ever. I also hired Dan to renovate my bedroom, do my floors and a host of other projects. Reliable , considerate and reasonably priced and he can do anything!
Kathrine Ferranto
Home Owner | April 2016
We hired Daniel to help with a home renovation including knocking down a wall, redoing the kitchen, moving laundry out of the basement, and a few other misc items. We were first impressed that he was the ONLY contractor who took notes and time to give us a thoughtful estimate. This immediately built trust and we felt comfortable that his estimate was most accurate. He also recommended an architect and plumber that we immediately took to and feel confident in hiring for future projects. His choice of quality subcontractors was reassuring. Daniel’s greatest strengths are 1)Trustworthiness. We lived in our home during the reno and he had a key and was in our house almost daily for 4-5 months. We never had issue with him not treating our space with respect. 2)Problem solving. Daniel is not interested in doing it quickly – he wants it to be correct. He is excellent at creative problem solving – sometimes on the spot and sometimes after a night to sleep on it – but he always comes up with the best solution. The project took longer than estimated. Some of this was because we added things. The rest was because he subs out as little as possible and does the majority of the work himself so things take longer. Just plan on that and you’ll be fine. We were pleased to hire local and would be happy to work with Daniel again.
Amy & Parmod Tripathi
Home Owner | April 2017
I have used Dawkins Development Group several times over the years to redo my kitchen, basement, bathroom and new roof. They perform quality work and on time. Daniel is great to work with and explains the entire process in detail and offers design advise and helps select the best materials. I plan to use them for all of my future jobs, and recommend them to others.
Janice Bonneau-Hackney
Home Owner | May 2017
Mr.Dawkins is a very knowledgeable professional whether giving a consultation for a possible work assignment or doing a renovation job that both Dawkins Development and the client agree upon. He is pleasant,trustworthy and easy to talk to giving great suggestions to save the consumer money.
Robert Castaldi
Home Owner | June 2017
Dan Dawkins was instrumental in preparing my sister’s home for sale. On my real estate agent’s recommendation, I enlisted his aid in getting a variety of repairs completed. They included roofing, plumbing and electrical issues as well as some carpentry. He went to great lengths to offer assistance and helped me right up to the settlement date. He was upfront with his pricing, pleasant and offered helpful advice. I would recommend him as a contractor.
Home Owner | June 2017
Dawkins Development Group did a large bathroom renovation in my home. Dan and his crew were professional, respectful, clean & his attention to listening to my specific instructions was a key factor in my decision to hire Dawkins Development Group. They are true craftsman with a high focus on attention to details. I highly recommend Dawkins Development Group.
Nora Brunnett
Home Owner | September 2014
I think Dawkins Development is great. They are fast, reasonably priced and very knowledgeable about a lot of different construction needs. I would refer him for my business and my home.