Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in North Olmsted, OH
Since 1978, Fortney & Weygandt has established itself as a trusted national general contractor, delivering comprehensive construction solutions to diverse commercial sectors. Our expertise spans General Contracting, Design-Build, and Rollout Program Management, serving industries ranging from restaurants and retail to senior living and medical facilities. With a team averaging 20 years of project management experience per professional, we combine technical proficiency with operational stability to ensure quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction.Our value-driven approach emphasizes transparent communication, cutting-edge technology integration, and single-source accountability across multi-site projects. As an industry leader, we maintain rigorous safety standards while providing value engineering solutions that balance long-term cost efficiency with architectural integrity. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in 44 years of repeat client partnerships and successful project completions nationwide.
Services
General Contracting
Design-Build
Rollout Program Management
Value Engineering
Pre-construction Services
Site Surveys
Acquisition Conversions
Refresh Remodeling
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 44 years of national construction management expertise
- Nationwide subcontractor network with centralized project control
- Dedicated rollout specialists handling multi-site projects
- LEED-certified professionals for sustainable construction solutions
- Value engineering expertise balancing cost efficiency with quality
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
General Contracting
Our General Contracting services combine competitive bidding with nationwide subcontractor coordination to deliver quality construction projects. We manage all phases from budgeting through execution while maintaining strict communication protocols. Our field superintendents utilize advanced technology to ensure timely completion within specified parameters.
Design-Build
This single-source solution combines design and construction under one contract, reducing project timelines and costs. Our team collaborates with architects and engineers to establish budget goals early while maintaining design integrity throughout construction phases.
Rollout Program Management
Specialized management for multi-location projects ensures consistent quality across geographic regions. We handle acquisition conversions, refresh remodels, and facility upgrades with dedicated crews maintaining brand standards while minimizing business disruption.
Value Engineering
Our value engineering process identifies cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality. We analyze material selections and construction methods to achieve long-term savings while preserving architectural intent and functional requirements.
Pre-construction Services
Comprehensive pre-construction planning includes budget development, value engineering, scheduling, and constructability analysis. We provide tenant improvement assessments and feasibility studies to establish realistic project parameters before construction begins.
People
Mitch Lapin
CEO
Mitch Lapin has led Fortney & Weygandt since 2014, driving national growth while maintaining quality standards. With 30 years of construction management experience, he holds degrees in Architectural Engineering and Construction Management.
Bard Fulton
President
Bard Fulton oversees nationwide operations with 22 years of rollout program expertise. A LEED-certified professional, he manages multi-site projects while maintaining strict budget controls and quality assurance protocols.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We provide General Contracting, Design-Build, and Rollout Program Management services for commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and institutional clients nationwide.
How long have you been in business?
Fortney & Weygandt has delivered construction solutions since 1978, with our current leadership team averaging 25+ years of industry experience.
Do you handle multi-location projects?
Yes, our Rollout Program Management specializes in coordinating multi-site construction projects with consistent quality across geographic regions.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine single-source accountability with nationwide subcontractor networks and value engineering expertise to optimize project outcomes while maintaining design integrity.
Are you LEED-certified?
Yes, our President Bard Fulton holds LEED certification, and we incorporate sustainable construction practices in appropriate projects.
