Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Construction Contractors in Mandeville, LA
Forster Construction Service has been delivering expert construction management and consulting solutions since 1985. With 48 years of industry experience, our team prioritizes client needs through transparent communication and tailored project execution. Our proven track record includes managing complex commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects across the United States and international markets. We specialize in design-build methodologies, insurance claim assessments, and legal construction consulting, ensuring every project maintains its original vision from inception to completion.Our commitment to quality has earned recognition from the International Concrete Repair Institute for innovative port rehabilitation work in Dominica. By combining decades of technical expertise with hands-on problem-solving, we provide clients with reliable, cost-effective construction solutions that meet evolving industry standards.
Services
Construction Management
Consulting Services
Design-Build Solutions
Insurance Claim Review
Legal Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 48 years of construction industry expertise with proven project delivery
- Client-centric approach prioritizing transparent communication
- Specialized in complex design-build and disaster recovery projects
- Recognized for innovative international infrastructure rehabilitation
- Comprehensive services from feasibility studies to final execution
Associations and certifications
- International Concrete Repair Institute (CRI)
Services
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction management for commercial and infrastructure projects. Our team ensures budget adherence, timeline compliance, and quality control through expert coordination of contractors and stakeholders. With decades of experience managing complex developments like the $9 million Waterfront Village project, we deliver results that meet technical specifications while maintaining client vision.
Design-Build Solutions
Our design-build services combine architectural planning with construction execution. This streamlined approach was successfully implemented in the $10.4 million Moog Controls facility project, reducing timelines by 30% compared to traditional methods. Clients benefit from single-point accountability and cost-effective implementation of technical requirements.
Disaster Recovery
Specializing in post-disaster reconstruction, we've completed over 20 hurricane recovery projects including the $10 million Elmwood Tower rebuild. Our team handles structural stabilization, code compliance, and insurance coordination to restore properties to pre-damage condition while incorporating modern safety standards.
International Projects
We execute cross-border construction initiatives like the Dominica port rehabilitation recognized by the International Concrete Repair Institute. Our capabilities include navigating international logistics, coordinating multinational teams, and adapting construction methods to local environmental conditions while maintaining U.S. quality standards.
Legal Consulting
Our construction experts provide litigation support through damage assessments and courtroom testimony. We've contributed to cases involving hurricane damage claims and construction defect disputes, offering technical analysis based on 48 years of industry experience to support legal proceedings with factual, defensible evidence.
People
Michael J. Forster
Managing Member
With 48 years in construction, Michael Forster has managed over $500 million in projects including the Marriott Hotel and IBM Office Building. He founded Forster Construction Service in 1985 after advancing through key roles at The John W. Cowper Co. Inc.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We specialize in construction management, design-build solutions, disaster recovery, international infrastructure projects, and legal consulting services.
How long has your company been in business?
Forster Construction Services has operated since 1985, with our founder having 48 years of industry experience.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, we've completed projects in Dominica including port rehabilitation recognized by the International Concrete Repair Institute.
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 storm damage assessment and reconstruction services for commercial and residential properties.
Can you assist with insurance claims?
Yes, we offer insurance damage cost estimates and claim review services for property loss situations.
