Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Smart Construction Solutions
Hewlett Spencer has established itself as a leader in smart construction solutions, specializing in government and educational facility projects. Our design-build approach prioritizes cost efficiency, transparency, and risk mitigation for taxpayers and public officials. With decades of combined experience, our team delivers guaranteed on-time completion through a proprietary SmartBid process and value engineering. We focus on constructing high-quality schools, jails, and administrative buildings while maintaining a hands-on approach that ensures meticulous attention to detail. Our proven track record includes over 150 major projects with documented cost savings exceeding $50 million for clients.By shifting risk from government entities to our team, we provide peace of mind alongside our construction services. Our collaborative methodology integrates architects, engineers, and builders from project inception to eliminate communication gaps that cause delays. As a Tennessee-based firm, we leverage local expertise to create state-of-the-art facilities that meet both current needs and future growth requirements. Our commitment to open public bidding ensures ethical practices and maximum value for public funds. From initial site selection to final construction, Hewlett Spencer remains singularly accountable for project outcomes.
Services
Design-Build Construction
Government Building Construction
School Construction
Value Engineering
Site Selection Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We guarantee on-time project delivery through our SmartBid process
- Our controlled hard bidding ensures complete budget reliability
- We shift all financial risk from government to our team
- Proven track record of 150+ major projects with $50M+ in savings
- Single point of accountability for all construction phases
Services
Design-Build Construction
Our design-build methodology combines architectural, engineering, and construction services under one contract. This approach eliminates communication gaps between disciplines, reduces project timelines by up to 30%, and ensures cost predictability. Clients benefit from single-source accountability throughout the entire construction process.
Government Building Construction
Specializing in public infrastructure projects including courthouses, administrative centers, and municipal facilities. Our team understands government procurement requirements and delivers facilities that balance functionality with taxpayer value. We maintain strict compliance with public bidding regulations and budgetary constraints.
School Construction
Comprehensive K-12 and university building solutions from site selection through final construction. We create modern learning environments that accommodate current needs while planning for future expansion. Our process ensures minimal disruption to ongoing educational operations during construction phases.
Value Engineering
Systematic analysis of project requirements to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. Our team evaluates materials, construction methods, and design elements to maximize budget efficiency while maintaining structural integrity and functional requirements.
Site Selection Services
Comprehensive evaluation of potential construction sites considering zoning regulations, infrastructure costs, and long-term operational efficiency. We analyze hundreds of variables to identify locations that minimize total project costs while meeting functional requirements and community needs.
People
Steve Hewlett
President and CEO
Nashville native with 50+ years construction industry experience. Former Tennessee Public Service Commissioner. Founded Hewlett Spencer in 1996. Leads development team with expertise in commercial, residential, and institutional construction projects across Tennessee.
Jamie Spencer
Development Executive
Over 25 years managing $600M+ in construction projects. Specializes in K-12 facility planning and site analysis. Directly responsible for 30+ school construction and renovation projects across Tennessee. Provides strategic oversight for all development initiatives.
Ron Bargatze
Business Development Director
Tennessee education expert with 40+ years in academic institutions. Former coach and sports analyst. Leverages extensive educational network to connect school systems with construction solutions. Manages client relations and community engagement for school projects.
Questions
What makes your construction process different from competitors?
Our SmartBid process guarantees fixed pricing and timelines while shifting all financial risk to our company. We integrate architects, engineers, and builders from day one to eliminate communication gaps.
How do you ensure taxpayer money is saved?
Through value engineering and competitive bidding, we've delivered $50M+ in savings across 150+ projects. Our transparent process eliminates change orders and unexpected cost overruns.
Can you handle complex school construction projects?
We specialize in K-12 facilities with expertise in phased construction that maintains ongoing school operations. Our team has completed 6 new schools and 25+ renovations statewide.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Nashville, we operate statewide with particular focus on Middle and East Tennessee. Our team has completed projects in over 20 Tennessee counties.
How do you handle project delays?
Our process includes contingency planning and proactive risk management. We guarantee on-time delivery through contractual commitments and experienced project scheduling.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects ranging from $5M classroom additions to $35M comprehensive high schools. Our smallest project was a $1.2M renovation while largest was a $29.5M middle school complex.
