Business Details
40 Years
experience
Commercial Construction & Design-Build Solutions
Founded in 1986 by Fred Forest, Rich Bianco, and Frank Giudice, our company was built on principles of honesty and trust. We combine decades of hands-on experience in carpentry, drywall contracting, and construction management to deliver comprehensive solutions. Our expertise spans commercial construction, budgeting, plan design, building engineering, and value engineering with full project ownership. We specialize in eliminating middlemen through design-build solutions that prioritize client needs while reducing costs. Our team of construction management experts oversees every phase of projects, from initial design discussions to final execution, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets.With over 35 years of experience, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining our headquarters in Elmhurst, Illinois. Our commitment to repeat business and customer satisfaction drives our focus on quality craftsmanship and efficient project delivery. We coordinate closely with subcontractors to ensure proper equipment installation and precise execution of all construction phases. Our proven track record includes landmark projects like Old Second Bank renovations, Schaumburg Library Teen Place, and multiple religious and educational facility constructions. This enduring dedication to excellence has established us as a trusted partner for complex commercial construction needs.
Services
Commercial Construction
Design-Build Services
Project Management
Value Engineering
Building Engineering
Budget Management
Site Development
Renovation Projects
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of commercial construction experience
- Our design-build solutions eliminate middlemen and reduce costs
- We provide nationwide project execution capabilities
- Our team includes certified construction management experts
- We guarantee strict adherence to project deadlines and budgets
Services
Commercial Construction
We execute full-scale commercial construction projects from concept to completion. Our team handles financial institutions, office buildings, retail spaces, and educational facilities with precision engineering and budget oversight. Clients benefit from our 35+ years of experience managing complex projects while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Design-Build Services
Our design-build approach eliminates middlemen by combining architectural design with construction management. This streamlined process reduces costs while ensuring cohesive project execution. Clients receive unified responsibility for both design and construction phases, accelerating timelines without compromising quality standards.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management covering budgeting, scheduling, and quality control. Our certified managers coordinate all phases from initial planning to final inspections. Clients receive regular progress updates and guaranteed adherence to agreed timelines and financial parameters.
Value Engineering
Our value engineering services identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing quality. We analyze materials, methods, and designs to optimize project economics. Clients benefit from reduced expenses while maintaining structural integrity and functional requirements through our expert analysis.
Renovation Projects
We specialize in commercial renovations for churches, schools, and retail spaces. Our team handles structural modifications, interior updates, and system upgrades. Clients receive tailored solutions that preserve existing assets while modernizing facilities to meet current standards and functional needs.
People
Frank Giudice
President
As co-founder and President, Frank Giudice oversees all operations with 35+ years of construction industry expertise. He ensures project excellence through hands-on leadership and maintains client relationships built on trust and proven results.
Questions
What types of commercial construction projects do you handle?
We manage diverse projects including financial institutions, office buildings, retail spaces, educational facilities, and religious institutions across Illinois and nationwide.
How does your design-build approach benefit clients?
Our integrated method reduces costs by 15-20% through direct coordination between design and construction teams while maintaining single-point accountability for project outcomes.
Can you handle projects outside the Chicago area?
Yes, we execute projects nationwide with the same quality standards as our local work, supported by our experienced team of construction management professionals.
What sets your value engineering services apart?
Our approach identifies cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality through 35+ years of material and method expertise applied to each project's unique requirements.
How do you ensure projects stay on schedule?
We implement strict timeline management with weekly progress tracking and contingency planning to guarantee completion within agreed deadlines.
