Cullison-Wright Construction

Buildings are not the reason we exist — people are. We build buildings for children, patients, workers, professionals, shoppers, families, and seniors. We build schools, medical centers, industrial buildings, banks, retail spaces, homes and senior living communities. We build buildings that last and leave a legacy — for generations. The Cullison-Wright Construction Corporation’s extensive history in Ocala began before the turn of the century in 1884. A young man named Jerry Burnett and his brother traveled by train from South Carolina to work in the Sunshine State’s booming construction industry. Orlando was their destination, but when the train stopped in Ocala, they noticed the city was severely damaged by the “Great Fire” of 1883. The fire and subsequent rebuilding in non-flammable materials gave Ocala the nickname “Brick City.” The construction savvy of the two men led them to a correct prediction—an abundance of workers needed to rebuild Ocala. Burnett settled in Ocala and raised a family, where his grandson and namesake, Jerry Cullison, started his own construction company, Cullison Builders, in 1962. The company grew rapidly with an excellent reputation. A collaborative effort in building the Skyline Manufacturing Plant in 1969 created an alliance between Cullison Builders and Wright Construction of Elkhart, Indiana. The harmonious working relationship led to the incorporation of Cullison-Wright Construction Corporation in March of 1973. Jerry Cullison purchased all interest in Cullison-Wright Construction Corporation in 1978. He continued to lead the company for 30 successive years before his passing. Cullison-Wright Construction Corporation has enjoyed steady growth in commercial and industrial construction, specializing in senior living communities, medical facilities, banks, churches, office buildings, and pre-engineered metal buildings (Varco-Pruden).