Business Details
47 Years
experience
Expert Construction Management in New York City
Founded in 1979, B R Fries has established itself as a premier construction management and design/build firm headquartered in New York City. Our expertise spans new building construction, interior renovations, facade restorations, and historic adaptive reuse projects across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. With decades of experience, we deliver award-winning results through a commitment to technical precision, innovative problem-solving, and quality craftsmanship. Our seasoned management team maintains close client relationships, serving as trusted advisors to major corporations, healthcare institutions, universities, and national retailers. We consistently achieve on-time, within-budget completions for complex projects ranging from cutting-edge laboratories to luxury retail spaces.Client satisfaction remains paramount, evidenced by our 85% repeat client rate. Our reputation for excellence has been built through unwavering integrity and a proven approach to construction challenges. We prioritize clear communication and collaborative partnerships to ensure project success. Our track record includes transformative work for Kmart, Magazine Publishers of America, and numerous high-profile commercial clients. As industry leaders, we continue to set standards for reliability and innovation in construction services.
Services
Construction Management
General Contracting
Design/Build Services
Interior Renovations
Historic Restoration
Retail Construction
Healthcare Facilities
Academic Buildings
Data Center Builds
Faade Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience in NYC commercial construction
- Our team includes certified construction professionals with industry expertise
- We guarantee on-time, within-budget project completion
- 85% of our clients return for repeat projects
- We provide innovative solutions for complex construction challenges
What people say
On time completion
Creative solutions
Quality craftsmanship
Repeat clients
Trusted advisors
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide comprehensive oversight from project inception to completion. We coordinate all aspects of construction while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls. Clients benefit from our proven methodologies and industry relationships that ensure seamless execution for commercial and institutional projects.
Design/Build Services
We offer full design/build solutions that streamline the construction process through single-source responsibility. This approach combines architectural design with construction expertise to deliver cost-effective, innovative solutions for retail spaces, healthcare facilities, and corporate offices while maintaining quality standards.
Interior Renovations
Specializing in interior renovations, we transform existing spaces into functional, modern environments. Our team handles everything from office reconfigurations to retail store remodels, ensuring minimal disruption to operations while achieving aesthetic and practical improvements for commercial clients.
Historic Restoration
Our historic restoration expertise preserves architectural integrity while meeting modern requirements. We specialize in facade and lobby restorations that maintain original character while incorporating contemporary functionality for landmark buildings and heritage properties across the Northeast.
Retail Construction
We deliver retail construction solutions from luxury boutiques to large-scale commercial developments. Our experience includes fast-track projects for national chains like Kmart, ensuring brand consistency and operational readiness while maintaining strict deadlines for commercial retail environments.
People
Barry Fries
Principal
With decades of leadership in commercial construction, Barry Fries oversees strategic operations at B R Fries. His expertise in complex project delivery and client relationship management has driven the company's growth and industry reputation since 1979.
Fiona Schumann
Project Accountant
Fiona Schumann manages financial aspects of construction projects with precision and transparency. Her background in commercial accounting ensures accurate budget tracking and financial reporting for clients across multiple sectors.
Allan Kleinman
Account Executive
As Account Executive, Allan Kleinman serves as primary client liaison for major corporate accounts. His understanding of construction processes and client needs ensures effective communication and successful project outcomes for Fortune 500 companies.
Steve Scofield
Director of Operations
Steve Scofield oversees daily operations and project execution. With extensive field experience, he ensures adherence to quality standards and timely delivery across all construction projects in the company's portfolio.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We specialize in construction management, design/build services, interior renovations, historic restorations, and retail construction projects across the Northeast.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut with commercial construction expertise.
How do you handle project timelines?
We guarantee on-time completion through rigorous scheduling, experienced project management, and proactive risk mitigation strategies developed over 40 years of experience.
What industries do you work with?
We serve corporations, healthcare providers, educational institutions, national retailers, and data center operators with specialized construction solutions.
Do you handle emergency construction projects?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we can accommodate urgent timelines through our fast-track project delivery methods when required.
What makes your firm different?
Our 85% repeat client rate reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovative problem-solving, and proven construction methodologies that deliver results.
