Dewitt Tilton Group Breaks Ground on Mayflower Plaza Retail Center in Port Wentworth
March 5, 2025
Holding shovels from left to right: Council Member District 4 Shawn Randerwala, Council Member At-Large 1 Thomas Barbee, DTG Principal Chris Tilton, Mayflower Plaza owner Rick Kowalczyk, Council Member District 3 Rufus Bright, Mayor Pro Tem Gabrielle Nelson, City Manager Steve Davis, Listing Agent Morgan Sheffield
(PORT WENTWORTH, Ga.) – The Dewitt Tilton Group, a regional leader in commercial and industrial design-build construction, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of the highly anticipated Mayflower Plaza retail center in Port Wentworth. Chris Tilton, Principal of Dewitt Tilton Group, and Rick Kowalczyk, owner of Mayflower Plaza, officially broke ground on Lot 7 Magellan Blvd. amidst enthusiastic community members and local dignitaries.
The 13,807 sq. ft. retail center promises to bring new businesses, job opportunities, and an enriched shopping experience to the area. The event provided a platform for both Tilton and Kowalczyk to share their vision for the project, emphasizing its anticipated positive impact on the community’s growth and prosperity.
The groundbreaking ceremony underscored the project’s significance as a major investment in Port Wentworth. Attendees heard firsthand about the dedication and vision driving the development, which is expected to create numerous job opportunities during construction and beyond.
“Mayflower Plaza is a testament to our belief in Port Wentworth’s potential,” said Rick Kowalczyk. “We envision this retail center as a place where residents can gather, shop, and enjoy a variety of services. We are dedicated to creating a space that enhances the local experience and contributes to the overall growth of the area.”
The Mayflower Plaza Retail Center is set to become a vital asset for the local community, offering a diverse range of retail and service options. Dewitt Tilton Group and Rick Kowalczyk expressed their gratitude to the community for their support and look forward to the project’s successful completion.
The Dewitt Tilton Group, an award-winning construction company in Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry, specializes in commercial and industrial construction. The principals, Andrew DeWitt and Chris Tilton have over 50 years of combined experience in the local construction industry. The firm manages every aspect of a project from pre-construction to the final walkthrough. Known for using only highly reputable contractors, The Dewitt Tilton Group brings to the table design, engineering and construction capabilities, which guarantees a smooth construction process for each client. The firm is headquartered at 119 Canal St. Suite 106 Pooler, GA 31322. For more information or to contact The Dewitt Tilton Group, please call 912.777.3404 or visitwww.dewitttiltongroup.com.
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