RJ O’Connell & Associates

RJ O’Connell & Associates is a civil engineering, land planning, and land surveying firm based in Stoneham that designs and permits land development projects across New England. It works exclusively with private developers, guiding projects from kickoff to completion. Its expertise covers multifamily housing, commercial and mixed-use projects, retail, warehouse and logistics facilities, life sciences buildings, and hospitality, with an emphasis on creating efficient, buildable sites that hold long-term value.

Rich O’Connell founded the firm in March 2004 alongside fellow founding principals Brian Dundon and Brian McCarthy. Each project is assigned a principal who assembles and directly manages the team, and that hands-on involvement is central to the firm’s approach. Its knowledge of local zoning and regulations helps clients through complex approvals, and its portfolio includes Arsenal Yards in Watertown, Lakeway Commons in Shrewsbury, and Nantucket Cottage Hospital.

What to Know

• The firm serves clients in both Massachusetts and Connecticut.
• It incorporates best management practices for sustainability and resilience into site design.
• Another project in its portfolio is The Residences at South Shore in Braintree.
• The founding principals bring a combined 65-plus years of civil engineering experience.