POUND-CLARK
GENERAL CONTRACTORS, LLC.
Since 1929

In 1929, brothers Murphey Pound and E.A. Pound started Murphey Pound General Contractors, later restructured as Murphey Pound Construction Company, a partnership of E.A. Pound and William S. Pound in Columbus, Georgia. The Company initially focused its business on small commercial projects and renovations. The Company was later renamed Pound Construction Company and incorporated in 1959. In 1983, W.S. Pound Sr., W.S. Pound, Jr., and John E. Pound purchased The Company from E.A. Pound. In 1999, John Pound purchased The Company and became President. During the 1990's and 2000's, John grew The Company from small commercial projects and renovations, to building movie theatres across the United States for Carmike Cinemas and other clients. In 2023, Mercer Clark joined The Company as a Project Manager learning the business under the leadership of John Pound. Before joining The Company, Mercer graduated from Auburn University with degrees in Construction Management and Finance, and began his construction career with Rabren General Contractors, where he worked as a Project Manager in healthcare and multifamily projects. In 2024, Mercer Clark purchased Pound Construction Company and changed the name to Pound-Clark General Contractors, LLC. Today, Mercer Clark serves as President & CEO.

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Based in Columbus, Georgia, Pound-Clark continues its construction focus in retail, metal buildings, healthcare, multi-family, commercial, and industrial. After nearly 100 years in business and annual revenues of $20 million, Our Success is a result of a strong work ethic, innovation, and a relentless commitment to Our Mission.