About Us
Heavy civil contractor serving Illinois with hands-on leadership and execution-focused project delivery.
Company Overview
Northwest General Contractors, Inc. provides heavy civil and general contracting services across Illinois, specializing in complex infrastructure projects for public agencies, municipalities, and private developers.
Our core competencies include mass earthwork, underground utilities, stormwater management, and site development. We operate as both prime contractor and subcontractor depending on project requirements and client needs.
The company maintains DBE and MBE certifications with multiple public agencies including Metra, IDOT, and the City of Chicago. We hold all required municipal licenses for general contracting and specialized trades.
Leadership remains actively involved in field operations, estimating, and client communication. This hands-on approach ensures accountability and enables rapid decision making throughout project execution.
Clients
We work with public agencies and private developers. Selected clients include:
Operating Philosophy
Our approach to project delivery is built on four foundational principles.
Safety First
Comprehensive safety protocols and training programs ensure zero-incident job sites. All personnel are OSHA certified with ongoing safety education.
Quality Execution
Rigorous quality control processes and experienced field supervision deliver projects that meet or exceed specifications on every installation.
Risk Management
Proactive identification and mitigation of project risks through detailed planning, contingency protocols, and real-time problem solving.
Schedule Control
Advanced planning and resource management ensure on-time delivery. We maintain realistic schedules and communicate proactively about any changes.
Leadership
Omar Ali
President
Omar Ali founded Northwest General Contractors with a commitment to delivering infrastructure projects through direct involvement and accountability. He maintains active oversight of estimating, project planning, and field operations.
Under his leadership, the company has earned recognition from major public agencies including Metra Prime Contractor of the Year and Metra DBE Contractor of the Year awards.
His approach emphasizes realistic scheduling, proactive communication with clients and engineers, and personal accountability for project outcomes.
Certifications & Licenses
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Discuss your infrastructure project requirements or explore career opportunities with our team.