Built on boots on the ground, structural integrity, and 20+ years of NYC trust.
Green Building Construction LLC is an authoritative New York City licensed general contractor. We reject the prevailing broker model of construction in favor of direct trade mastery, active superintendent oversight, and enduring architectural execution.
20+ YrsNYC Job Site Operations
100%DOB & LPC Clearances
In-HouseMaster Trade Crews
$5MComprehensive Insurance
The Green Building Difference
Direct tradesmanship. No broker markups. Personal accountability.
Too much of New York’s construction industry is dominated by "paper general contractors"—middlemen who win contracts, mark up prices by 30%, and sub out every single trade to transient crews they barely know. When leaks occur, violations emerge, or timelines slip, finger-pointing replaces accountability.
Green Building Construction LLC was founded on the opposite premise: we own our trades. Our masons, waterproofers, flatwork crews, and finish carpenters work directly under our senior superintendents. From Department of Buildings plan filing to final sign-off, you have a single partner standing behind every square foot.
Direct superintendent on site every working morning
Five Borough Reach · Singular FocusManhattan townhouses, Brooklyn brownstones, Queens commercial facilities, and Bronx residential complexes built to last.
Executive Field Leadership
Meet Muhammad Jatoi
Leading every project with direct trade expertise, rigorous code adherence, and unwavering commitment to client trust.
Muhammad Jatoi
Principal & Director of Field Operations20+ Years NYC Field Operations
NYC DOB Licensed Site Safety ManagerEPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm PrincipalLandmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Approved CraftsmanOSHA 30 Construction Safety & Health
"In New York City construction, there is no substitute for having boots on the ground every single morning. We don't sit behind a broker desk; we inspect the mortar mix, verify the flashing seams, and sign off on each milestone personally."
Muhammad Jatoi brings over two decades of dedicated, hands-on general contracting leadership across New York City. Having directly managed complex urban job sites throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, Muhammad champions a rigorous, zero-subcontracting-brokerage philosophy. From historic landmark brownstone restoration and vapor-permeable lime repointing to heavy-duty multi-ply SBS modified bitumen roof replacements and 4,500 PSI DOT concrete clearances, Muhammad maintains daily physical presence on site, ensuring exacting trade tolerances, pristine cleanliness, and milestone delivery.
Our multidisciplinary team unites licensed structural engineers, registered architects, master roofers, and municipal expediting directors under one collaborative roof.
Preconstruction & Structural Systems
Marcus Vance, PE
Director of Preconstruction & Engineering18 Years Engineering
With 18 years of specialized urban structural engineering experience, Marcus leads our preconstruction feasibility studies, value engineering, and Local Law 97 building decarbonization models. He interfaces with structural engineers of record, coordinates MEP rough-ins, and ensures every architectural plan translates flawlessly into code-compliant field execution.
Specialties
Preconstruction Cost ModelingLocal Law 97 Energy Compliance
✓ New York Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Architectural & Interior Alterations
Elena Rostova, RA
Head of Architectural Alterations & Landmarks15 Years Architecture
Elena oversees our luxury interior alterations, residential co-op and condominium renovation agreements, and historic preservation filings. Her meticulous eye for architectural millwork reveals, bookmatched stone templating, and acoustic STC-rated demising partitions bridges design vision with master craft execution.
Senior Superintendent — Building Envelopes22 Years Field Supervision
A third-generation master envelope builder, Dominic directs our exterior trade crews across five boroughs. With extensive experience in multi-ply SBS torch-down, liquid-applied PMMA membranes, and parapet seismic ties, Dominic guarantees that every roof and wall termination withstands extreme coastal freeze-thaw cycles.
Specialties
Commercial SBS Modified Bitumen SystemsCold-Applied Odorless PMMA Waterproofing
Director of Municipal Compliance & Project Controls12 Years NYC Municipal Law
Sophia manages all municipal interfaces, DOB NOW filings, DOT street opening permits, NYC DEP sewer connections, and Landmarks staff approvals. Her proactive compliance tracking eliminates regulatory bottlenecks, expediting sign-offs and dismissals across every municipal department.
Specialties
DOB NOW Permit ManagementDOT Sidewalk Violation Dismissals
✓ NYC Licensed Filing Representative
Municipal Accountability
Licenses, Certifications & Guarantees
NYC DOB Licensed GC
Active general contracting license with certified Site Safety Managers assigned to every active project.
LPC Landmark Certified
Strict historic mortar matching and Dutchman brownstone restoration compliant with NYC Landmarks Commission rules.
EPA Lead-Safe & OSHA 30
Certified containment, HEPA filtration, and strict worker health safety protocols for pre-1978 NYC properties.
