Stuart Olson wants subs to be treated as experts and owners to get value. There is something unique to every construction project. It could be something in the design of the building or location of the site, the materials, the scheduling or budget requirements, or an assortment of other things.
There is nothing boring about the tunnel-boring project that Vegas Tunnel Constructors is working on 600 feet beneath Nevada’s Lake Mead. With more than 75 years of industry experience, S.A. Healy Co. has established a reputation as the go-to contractor for complex tunnel projects, including those mined through mountains, under busy highways and urban high-rises or, most recently, 600 feet below the surface of Nevada’s Lake Mead.
Core Tech maintains a high level of work by fostering strong communication. For Core Tech International Corp., the key to success is its combination of “care, passion, dedication, hard work and cooperation among all our workers, from top management to our construction labor,” President Ho S. Eun says. “We work for a common goal, and we do our best to get there.”
Arch and Godfrey (Cayman) Ltd. tailors its services to its clients’ needs. The construction industry has faced a period of considerable change in recent years. Arch and Godfrey (Cayman) Ltd. has successfully adapted to the shifts within the industry by responding with ease to changing client demands and market imperatives. Based in George Town, Grand Cayman, the firm is one of the largest and most successful general contractors in the Cayman Islands.
Genesis Land Development’s vast services continuously change the face of Calgary. When it comes to the Calgary-area construction market, Genesis Land Development’s services run the gamut. The company develops land for residential communities, builds multi- and single-family homes, as well as owns and develops commercial properties.
Corinthian works for the government because federal acquisition rules give contractors rights. In only 11 years since its founding, Corinthian Contractors Inc. is turning into a pillar of the construction industry in the Washington, D.C., area. “We had a run of about five years at Dulles Airport during their $4 billion capital campaign,” acknowledges Jamie Doll, president and co-owner. “We did about $35 million worth of work over five years for them.”
HS-MDT Home Solutions is building for the middle class in Trinidad and Tobago. Although HS-MDT Home Solutions has been in Trinidad and Tobago only for a short time, the residential community builder has entrenched itself into the community and the industry. The Venezuela-based company came to nearby Trinidad when, according to President Luis Dini, the island’s government was looking to invest in the country by developing housing projects for its people.
Six-year-old Orange County Ironworks is building a solid reputation. By combing technology with professional work ethic and integrity, Orange County Ironworks (OCI) LLC strives to provide clients with the best products and customer service in the industry. The company performs as a structural and miscellaneous steel fabricator and erector, with erecting done by its affiliate company, Gabriel Steel Erectors Inc.
Focus
- W.M. Fares group
- VanMar Constructors Ontario
- Pellow + Associate Architects Inc.
- Groupe Mach Inc.
- Cogir Management Corp.
It’s no secret that customers in all businesses want things to be as simple as possible. Wadih Fares has put that strategy into practice as he has grown W.M. Fares Group into single-source development of real estate throughout Nova Scotia. “Today, we have a one-stop shop for everything to do with design and the construction industry,” Fares says. “You come into our doors with an idea in hand, and we can do all of the services until I give you the key to your vision.”
When VanMar Constructors Ontario Inc. does quality work, the result is not only a satisfied and repeat customer, but also a better work environment for its employees. “[A satisfied client] translates into repeat work with a loyal customers and a better work environment for all members of the team,” Project Director of Ontario Mike Van Hemert says. “That makes [operations here] much more positive.”
A successful retail center design creates an inviting atmosphere without overpowering the many brands that will be competing for consumers’ attention. It is with this strategy in mind that pellow + associates architects inc. approaches its retail projects in Ontario and elsewhere. Whether creating an outdoor lifestyle center to replace an enclosed mall or repositioning a regional enclosed mall, pellow + associates attempts to bring that sensitivity to each location.
Groupe Mach sets itself apart from other real estate firms in Quebec based on its unique vision of urban development, which has led to significant growth for the Montreal-based company. Much of its success can be attributed to its strategic focus to develop, construct and manage projects in areas where it sees a need for developments of a certain caliber. “The development of properties has become the spearhead of the company that emphasizes quality, long-term vision and integrity in every project,” it says.
For Cogir Management Corp., a strong staff is essential for business success. “Nothing is impossible with a competent, honest working team that is in synch with the company philosophy,” it declares. “We expect that all the people working on behalf of Cogir always act with total integrity and in fairness.”
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