Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Construction Management in Houston
Founded in 2005, Rice & Gardner Consultants has established itself as a trusted leader in construction project management and commissioning. Our Houston-based team combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to personalized service, delivering tailored solutions for new construction, renovation, and retrofitting projects. With expertise spanning K-12 education, healthcare, commercial buildings, and municipal projects, we act as an extension of our clients' teams to ensure projects remain on time, within budget, and aligned with their vision.Recognized five times on the Houston Business Journal's Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies list, our multidisciplinary staff of architects, engineers, and project managers brings technical excellence and ethical standards to every engagement. We prioritize community impact through partnerships with local school districts, HUBs, and MWBEs while maintaining technical proficiency in facility assessments, sustainability initiatives, and LEED certification processes.
Services
Program Management
Construction Administration
Facility Assessment
Sustainability Consulting
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of experience in construction project management
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals and licensed architects
- We provide personalized service for projects of all sizes
- We maintain 98% client retention through transparent communication
- We specialize in K-12 education and municipal infrastructure projects
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Excellent communication
Knowledgeable team
On schedule
Cost-effective solutions
Technical expertise
Services
Program Management
Our program management service provides comprehensive oversight for construction projects from inception to completion. We act as your dedicated representative, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication while maintaining technical excellence. Our team ensures compliance with specifications through rigorous quality control and documentation processes.
Facility Assessment
We conduct thorough facility assessments to identify maintenance needs and improvement opportunities. Our engineers evaluate building systems, environmental conditions, and structural integrity to develop actionable repair or upgrade plans. This service helps property owners make informed capital investment decisions.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration service ensures project specifications are followed during implementation. We monitor contractor performance, review submittals, and conduct site inspections to verify compliance with design documents and budget requirements throughout the construction process.
Sustainability Consulting
We help clients achieve sustainability goals through energy-efficient design strategies and LEED certification guidance. Our consultants provide lifecycle assessments, recommend eco-friendly materials, and implement systems for reducing environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-accredited professionals guide projects through the certification process for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. We coordinate documentation, verify compliance with sustainability criteria, and implement performance monitoring systems to achieve desired certification levels.
People
Jim Rice
President
LEED AP BD+C accredited President with extensive project management experience. Active in community outreach through Fort Bend Cares and educational initiatives. Holds advanced management credentials from Rice University.
Ron Keller
Vice President
30+ year architectural professional specializing in bond planning and program management. Licensed architect with expertise in educational and medical facility design. LEED AP certified with AIA and NCARB affiliations.
Jorge Huerta
Senior Project Manager
18-year project management veteran with expertise in public-private partnerships and infrastructure management. Provides strategic guidance for multi-project programs while maintaining focus on budget and schedule adherence.
Questions
What construction management services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle program management, facility assessments, construction administration, and LEED-certified sustainability solutions for commercial, educational, and municipal projects.
Do you work with out-of-state clients?
While based in Houston, we serve clients throughout Texas and have completed projects in multiple states including Louisiana and California.
How do you ensure project timelines and budgets?
Our team uses proven project management methodologies, regular progress reporting, and proactive risk mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget adherence.
Are you LEED certification experts?
Yes, our LEED-accredited professionals have successfully completed multiple LEED-certified projects across various building types and certification levels.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in K-12 education, healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, municipal projects, and places of worship with tailored solutions for each sector.
