NYC DOE Approved Vendor
Our approval as a New York City Department of Education vendor reflects our established presence and experience within the NYC public school construction market.
NYC DOE Approved Vendor · DSF Preferred Vendor
Built for
New York City Schools
AC Interior Group is a New York City general contractor and construction management firm specializing in school construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
20+Years in NYC Schools
NYC DOEApproved Vendor
DSFPreferred Vendor
SinglePoint of Accountability
20
Years of NYC public school construction
Who We Are
Premier general contracting for educational facilities
With 20 years of experience in the New York City public school construction field, AC Interior Group understands the unique requirements, schedules, logistics, and standards involved in completing construction projects within NYC educational facilities.
Educational construction is different from conventional commercial construction. Schools often require substantial work to be completed within short summer, holiday, or weekend windows — with occupied portions of a building, multiple stakeholders, and firm reopening dates. AC Interior Group has built its operation around these challenges.
- We understand the urgency.
- We understand the logistics.
- And most importantly, we understand New York City schools.
Credentials
NYC DOE Approved. DSF Preferred.
Our experience within the New York City public school system is a major part of who we are.
DSF Preferred Vendor
As a DSF preferred vendor, AC Interior Group understands the procedures, expectations, and demanding schedules associated with public school facility construction.
Our General Contracting Services
A single contractor for the whole scope of work
AC Interior Group manages a wide range of educational facility construction and renovation projects, delivered and coordinated under one contract.
Interior Renovations
Complete renovation and modernization of classrooms, offices, corridors, administrative spaces, libraries, cafeterias, staff areas, and other educational spaces.
Classroom Improvements
Upgrades involving partitions, ceilings, flooring, doors, finishes, fixtures, and the associated building improvements that bring a learning space up to standard.
Carpentry & Architectural Interiors
Metal framing, drywall, ceilings, doors and frames, millwork, architectural finishes, wall protection, blocking, and related interior construction.
Flooring & Finishes
Flooring replacement, resilient flooring, carpet tile, ceramic tile, wall base, painting, coatings, and complete finish packages.
Doors, Frames & Hardware
Door and frame replacement, architectural hardware, specialty openings, glass systems, and access-related building improvements.
MEP Trade Coordination
Management and coordination of qualified, licensed trade contractors for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, power, controls, and associated building systems.
Technology & Facility Upgrades
Coordination of infrastructure for audiovisual systems, data cabling, security systems, access control, cameras, classroom technology, and related facility improvements.
Multi-Trade Renovation Projects
Single-source general contracting and project management for projects involving numerous construction disciplines under one coordinated schedule.
How we work. AC Interior Group operates as a general contractor and construction manager. Our role is leadership, coordination, scheduling, and field management. When a project requires specialty services outside our direct scope, we coordinate with appropriately qualified and licensed specialty contractors as required by the project.
One Contractor
Complete project coordination.
Successful school construction depends on more than individual trades. It requires someone to manage the entire operation.
AC Interior Group serves as the central point of responsibility for the construction process — coordinating subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, schedules, inspections, approvals, field conditions, documentation, and project closeout.
Our project management team maintains constant communication between the field and project stakeholders so decisions can be made quickly and potential problems can be addressed before they affect the schedule.
We understand the importance of:
- Working within strict school construction schedules
- Coordinating with school and facility representatives
- Maintaining proper project documentation
- Managing multiple trades under demanding timelines
- Planning work around occupied buildings and school operations
- Responding quickly to field conditions
- Coordinating inspections, approvals, and closeout requirements
- Delivering spaces that are ready for students and staff on schedule
Our responsibilities typically include:
- 01Preconstruction planning
- 02Scope & constructability review
- 03Budget development
- 04Scheduling and phasing
- 05Subcontractor coordination
- 06Procurement & material tracking
- 07Shop drawing & submittal coordination
- 08Field supervision
- 09Quality control
- 10Site logistics
- 11Inspection coordination
- 12Change management
- 13Punch-list management
- 14Project closeout
- 15Owner turnover
From Preconstruction to Turnover
Three phases. One accountable team.
01Phase
Preconstruction
Strong projects begin before anyone enters the field. We review drawings, specifications, field conditions, logistics, schedules, long-lead materials, and trade requirements to identify potential issues early.
02Phase
Construction
Once construction begins, our project managers and field supervision coordinate trades, deliveries, inspections, documentation, and daily progress — keeping the schedule and the stakeholders aligned.
03Phase
Closeout
As completion approaches, we coordinate punch-list work, final inspections, documentation, owner training when applicable, and project turnover. Our objective is simple: deliver a finished school that is ready when the students and staff return.
Built Around the School Calendar
When the first day of school doesn't move, neither can the completion date.
Many of our projects operate under schedules measured in weeks rather than months. AC Interior Group regularly plans projects around summer recesses, school holidays, weekends, after-hours operations, phased occupancy, and other limited construction windows. We identify long-lead materials early, establish critical-path activities, coordinate trades before mobilization, and continuously track project progress.
Multiple CrewsWhen the scope demands it
Extended ShiftsNights & weekend work
Phased TurnoverSpace-by-space delivery
Experience in Occupied Educational Facilities
Construction inside an active school is a different discipline.
Work areas must be carefully coordinated with school operations, staff, students, deliveries, building access, noise restrictions, and daily facility requirements.
Our team develops project-specific logistics and phasing strategies designed to minimize disruption while allowing construction to progress efficiently. Whether work takes place during the school year or during an accelerated summer program, we maintain a professional, controlled, and organized jobsite.
Safety, compliance & professional oversight
Safety and compliance are fundamental components of every AC Interior Group project. We coordinate work in accordance with applicable project requirements, building regulations, specifications, and site-specific safety procedures. When a project requires specialty services outside our direct scope, we coordinate with appropriately qualified and licensed specialty contractors. Our role remains focused on what we do best: general contracting, construction management, coordination, scheduling, and successful project delivery.
In the Field
Work that has to be finished before the bell rings.
Representative imagery. Project photography to be supplied by AC Interior Group.
Why Schools Choose AC Interior Group
Two decades of anticipating what schools need
For two decades, AC Interior Group has worked in the NYC public school construction field. That experience allows us to anticipate many of the challenges unique to educational facilities before they become problems.
Single-Source Accountability
Instead of managing numerous contractors independently, clients can rely on AC Interior Group to coordinate the complete construction operation.
Schedule-Driven Management
School opening dates, summer schedules, testing periods, and academic calendars create deadlines that must be taken seriously. We plan to them from day one.
Responsive Communication
Construction decisions often need to happen quickly. Our team maintains direct communication with project stakeholders throughout construction.
Multi-Trade Capability
We manage projects involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, and specialty construction trades under one coordinated project plan.
Problem Solving in the Field
Existing buildings rarely match drawings perfectly. Our team identifies field conditions, develops practical solutions, and coordinates resolutions with the project team.
20 Years of Educational Construction
Two decades inside the NYC public school system means fewer surprises, faster decisions, and a contractor who already knows how these projects run.
Serving New York City's Educational Community
Building better educational environments throughout New York City.
For 20 years, AC Interior Group has helped improve educational facilities across the five boroughs. We proudly serve:
- NYC Public Schools & NYC DOE facilities
- Charter, private & independent schools
- Early childhood education facilities
- Educational nonprofits & school networks
- Building owners & facilities departments
- Construction managers, architects & owner's reps
From targeted facility improvements to comprehensive school renovations, we bring the same approach to every project: plan carefully, communicate clearly, execute professionally, finish on time.
Summer School Construction
Make the summer count.
Summer construction leaves little room for delays. We help schools develop realistic renovation programs that prioritize critical-path work, material procurement, trade sequencing, inspections, and final turnover — whether you are renovating several classrooms or completing a building-wide improvement program.
Planning a summer renovation? Start early.
Renovating an Existing School?
Existing buildings present unique challenges.
Hidden conditions, aging infrastructure, occupied spaces, limited access, material lead times, and evolving project requirements can quickly affect a construction schedule. Our extensive experience with existing NYC school buildings allows us to approach these projects with the flexibility and field coordination they require.
We don't simply build from drawings. We manage the realities of construction.
Partner With a Contractor Who Understands NYC Schools
Let's build your next school project.
The building has to be ready. Classrooms have to open. Teachers have to move in. Students have to return. Planning a renovation, expansion, summer project, or facility upgrade? Contact AC Interior Group to discuss your upcoming educational construction project.
-
- Phone
- Add phone number
-
- Email
- info@acinteriorgroup.com
-
- Office
- Add street address
-
- Service Area
- New York City — all five boroughs
Request a Proposal
Tell us about the project and your target window. We will follow up to discuss scope, schedule, and next steps.
Request received
Thank you. A member of the AC Interior Group team will be in touch shortly to discuss your project.