Nationwide & Turnkey Logistics for railways
About Build-A-Box

Our journey began over 20 years ago...

01 About Build-A-Box

Our Story: Built to Last, Engineered for Any Environment

Our journey began over 20 years ago, rooted in a passion for designing and building indestructible, weatherproof offices buildings and warehouses. It all started when Jerry Hartless (Co-Founder & Managing Partner) was a military contractor in the Middle East. There, shipping containers that once delivered supplies were transformed into Build-A-Box’s first offices, providing essential workspace solutions for warfighters and contractors stationed at remote camps in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Inspired by modular construction innovation, Build-A-Box Co-Founder & CEO Michael McDermott joined forces with Jerry Hartless to redefine modular office solutions. Since then, they have designed, delivered, and installed hundreds of custom office spaces and warehouses across the U.S. and its territories—bringing strength, efficiency, and reliability to industries that demand the best in durability and performance.

From war zones to rail yards, Build-A-Box structures are built to last a lifetime.

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12+ Years

Supporting Transportation Fleets

Proven track record in rail yard infrastructure

150+ Installations

Installations Nationwide

Successfully completed projects across 23 states

50+ years

Lifespan

Built to endure the toughest environments

60+ Satisfied Customers

Recommended by top-tier railway companies

Recommended by top-tier railway companies

100's Custom Projects

Industry Expertise

Proven track record in rail yard infrastructure

150+ Installations

Dedicated Construction Professionals

Bringing your workspace to life

12+ year

Transportation Fleets

Strategically positioned for seamless nationwide delivery

50 States

Nationwide

Recommended by top-tier railway companies

02 Build-A-Box Team

Meet the team

Jerry Hartless

Founder/Co-owner

Michael McDermott

CEO/Co-owner
SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY

Safety is our priority

At Build-A-Box, safety is our top priority. We proudly maintain our E-Rail Safe Certification, ensuring compliance with the highest safety standards in the rail industry. Our team is fully trained and equipped to meet all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, adhering to strict industry regulations at all times.

Whether we’re constructing premium shipping container offices and warehouses in remote rail locations or within the fast-paced environment of inner-city rail yards, our commitment to safety remains unwavering. No matter the project or location, we operate with the utmost professionalism and compliance to keep our employees and rail partners safe.