Our History
A visual representation of the history of Ajax Building Company
Founded by J.B. “Block” Smith
Founded in 1958, by the late J.B. “Block” Smith, Ajax has steadily built a reputation as a construction leader in the Southeastern US
2003
Bill Byrne becomes owner of the company
After 11 years of outstanding leadership within the company, the Smith Family invited Bill Byrne to become an owner
2004
Bill Byrne becomes President
2005
Jay Smith becomes Vice President
2018
Ajax joins the STOBG family of builders
2022
Appie Wells becomes Vice President
2023
Ajax celebrates 65 years of construction excellence in the Southeast
Jay Smith becomes President, Bill Byrne becomes CEO