Few companies in the construction industry can claim a history that stretches back nearly a century while still pushing the boundaries of modern technology. Dailey Precast is one of them. Founded in 1927 by William E. Dailey, the business began as a quarry supplying gravel and sand. In 1945, Dailey’s sons Don and William Jr. expanded into ready-mix cast-in-place concrete, then into precast underground products. By 1997, the company had become PCI Certified and shifted its focus toward structural precast.
Today, Dailey Precast focuses largely on structural precast concrete, with the original quarry now serving predominantly for its own operations. In 2004, the company was acquired by Peckham Industries, a move that paved the way for a major expansion completed in 2008.
That expansion was driven by Dailey’s increasing involvement in structural precast. As Director of Preconstruction, Tim Andre explained: “To take on the scale of projects we envisioned, we needed a larger facility.”
In 2015, the company shortened its name from William E. Dailey Precast to Dailey Precast, and at the same time, made a decisive move into digital technology. “Back then, the industry was going heavily into BIM, so we were trying to figure out exactly what was the best system for us to use as a precaster.”
The system they chose revolutionized production. Using lasers to project BIM and 3D model data directly onto beds, the team could visualize each precast piece digitally before it was produced. “Every bed has a computer displaying the 3D model. By the time a piece hits the bed, we already know exactly how it will come together,” says Tim
The system also manages logistics and yard storage, integrating the entire workflow from production to erection. This has reduced conflicts, eliminated errors, and allowed Dailey Precast to take on more challenging projects with confidence. Reflecting on the changes in the industry, Tim Andre highlighted the role of technology: “In 2015, we saw the design, construction, and precast industry changing—projects were becoming much more complex. Architectural firms and construction managers were increasingly using BIM, and the system we use ties BIM and 3D models together for everything we need.”
Technology has been central to Dailey Precast’s success. Since adopting its BIM-based system in 2015, the company has transformed how it plans and delivers projects. “Implementing the system took a year, but it completely changed how we work. Now we virtually erect each project in advance, planning the exact sequence—from the first piece shipped to the last piece set on site,” explains Tim.
Dailey Precast has found a strong foothold in parking structures, which now form the bulk of its projects. “We don’t just build parking garages; we provide structural precast concrete parking solutions—from standard-grade garages to ones with architectural elements that elevate their design,” says Tim.
Dailey Precast’s innovative approach has propelled the company into high-profile projects across the region. A standout example is the Assembly Innovation Park Garage near Boston that earned a PCI Northeast Showcase Award in 2025. From the outside, the building appears to be clad in sleek metal—but beneath the surface, Dailey Precast designed and manufactured a fully integrated structural precast concrete system, demonstrating both technical mastery and creative vision.
Another standout project was the parking structure at the new arena for the New York Islanders hockey team, alongside Belmont Park, one of the United States’ historic Triple Crown racetracks. The job involved integrating the details of the architectural precast from the Arena, a challenge heightened by Dailey Precast’s late entry into the project. “We were late to the table, and we had to take the architectural language that they had on the entire arena and apply it to the structure for the garage. The garage structure is all precast concrete. Every detail, from the different colored thin brick to the cornices, and column capitals, was integrated into the structural precast,” says Tim.
Complicating matters further, the project came at the height of COVID-era supply chain issues. “We had challenges sourcing white cement from our usual vendors and had to secure a new supplier quickly. It was a complex project on a tight timeline—we likely couldn’t have done it without our technology,” Tim notes. Despite the hurdles, he describes the finished project as a testament to the power of our technology and team expertise.”
Dailey Precast pushed the boundaries of innovation with its integration of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT). The company was asked to deliver precast stair cores for a building type usually constructed with cast-in-place methods. “It normally takes 6 to 8 weeks to build a cast-in-place core, but we knew with precast concrete, it could be done much faster,” Tim recalls. “We worked closely with the contractor, owner, and design team to create a precast concrete solution that could handle the entire building’s seismic and wind loads.”
“We worked closely with the contractor, owner, and design team to create a precast concrete solution that could handle the entire building’s seismic and wind loads.”
Rising to the challenge, Dailey Precast’s erected 2 stair cores in just four weeks—cutting two to three months off the construction schedule and saving the client significant costs. The project not only demonstrated the speed and efficiency of precast, but also the company’s ability to deliver innovative, high-stakes solutions that redefine what’s possible in modern construction.
Behind these technical achievements is a company culture shaped by values. In 2020, as parent company Peckham Industries approached its centennial, Peckham Industries surveyed its employees about what made them different from larger corporations. The feedback was distilled into the values framework “Peckham By Your Side”, with SIDE standing for Safety, Integrity, Dedication, and Efficiency.
“There were 16 items that were consistently noted in the survey. We were able to group them into four categories that became the foundation of ‘Peckham By Your Side,’” Tim explains. “Safety includes obligated, communicate, focused, and safety always wins. Integrity means honesty and truth, respect and engagement, transparency and learning, ownership and caring. Dedication reflects humility, loyalty, determination, and mastery. Efficiency covers innovation, measurement, work-life rhythm, and what we call ‘compulsive tinkering.’ As a parent company, Peckham is committed to keeping those family values, and we’re making sure we carry them forward as we grow.”
For Tim, these values are visible every day in the way his team approaches their work. “As a leader, I see how much our people care—not just about doing quality work, but about each other. That caring shows up in the way teams support one another on the job, and in the small things too, like asking, ‘Did you have a good weekend?’ or ‘How’s your family doing?’ At Dailey, dedication isn’t only about building great projects—it’s also about building trust and respect among the talented people who make them possible.”
As Dailey Precast looks ahead to 2025 and beyond, the company intends to keep growing while maintaining its balance between innovation and people. For Tim, the priority is clear: “Our focus is to keep growing while always doing what’s best for our partners—delivering solutions that help them succeed.”
From its beginnings as a family quarry in 1927 to its present role as a leader in structural precast innovation, Dailey Precast’s history reflects both resilience and reinvention. With advanced technology, award-winning projects, and values rooted in family and community, it continues to build not only structures but also trust—piece by piece, project by project.
