Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
Since 1991, Solomon Builders has been driven by a mission to prioritize people over profits while delivering exceptional construction solutions across Middle Tennessee. Our expertise spans corporate centers, churches, zoos, and more, with a focus on creating lasting impacts in the lives of employees, clients, and communities. Founded on principles of servant leadership, we integrate spiritual, emotional, and professional growth into every project. With decades of collective experience, our leadership teamNancy Osman, Paul Jones, Steve Hannon, and Jake Birkoferensures every endeavor aligns with our core values of integrity, generosity, and excellence.We pride ourselves on fostering trust through transparency, innovative problem-solving, and a commitment to building relationships that extend beyond construction. Our legacy includes partnerships with institutions like the Nashville Zoo and Christ Presbyterian Academy, where our attention to detail and client-centric approach have consistently exceeded expectations. Recognized for navigating complex projects during challenging times, we remain dedicated to enhancing Middle Tennessees landscape while upholding our founding vision of service and community impact.
Services
Pre-Construction
New Construction
Tenant Improvements
Adaptive Re-Use
Self-Perform
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Weve served Middle Tennessee for over 30 years with institutional-quality construction.
- Our servant leadership model prioritizes client needs and community impact.
- Diverse portfolio includes complex projects for zoos, schools, and corporate clients.
- Leadership team brings combined decades of commercial construction expertise.
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality results during challenging timelines and budgets.
What people say
Valuable partner
Proactive approach
Exceptional commitment
Top-notch quality
Team atmosphere
Services
Pre-Construction
Our pre-construction services include budgeting, scheduling, and design coordination to ensure project success. We collaborate with clients to align goals with practical solutions, leveraging 35+ years of expertise to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks. This phase establishes a clear roadmap for seamless execution.
New Construction
We deliver custom new construction solutions for commercial, institutional, and mixed-use developments. Our team manages every phase from groundbreaking to completion, ensuring quality craftsmanship and adherence to client specifications. Recent projects include corporate headquarters and educational facilities across Middle Tennessee.
Tenant Improvements
Specializing in tenant improvements, we transform existing spaces into functional environments tailored to business needs. Our process includes layout optimization, code compliance, and material selection, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
Adaptive Re-Use
We repurpose historic or underutilized structures into modern spaces while preserving architectural integrity. This service includes structural assessments, code upgrades, and sustainable design elements, creating value-added solutions for clients seeking to reimagine existing assets.
Self-Perform
Our self-perform capabilities include concrete, masonry, and carpentry work, allowing greater control over quality and timelines. By handling key trades internally, we reduce costs and ensure consistency across projects, from foundational work to finishing details.
People
Nancy Osman
CEO | Partner
Nancy leads Solomon Builders with a focus on mission-driven growth, continuing her late husband Ty's legacy. She emphasizes people-centric leadership while expanding the company's impact in Nashville through three decades of experience.
Paul Jones
President | Partner
Paul oversees operations with 25+ years in commercial construction, prioritizing client relationships and long-term community impact. He joined Solomon in 2016 after a decade at a major firm, bringing strategic leadership to complex projects.
Steve Hannon
Operations Manager | Partner
Steve manages day-to-day operations with 35 years of experience in large-scale projects. He joined Solomon in 2005, overseeing preconstruction and execution phases to ensure quality delivery across New Construction and Tenant Improvement teams.
Jake Birkofer
Project Executive | Partner
Jake leads high-profile projects with expertise in complex builds. Since joining in 2017, he has combined technical skill with relationship-building, delivering results for clients while mentoring team members in Solomon's servant leadership culture.
Questions
What construction services does Solomon Builders offer?
We provide pre-construction planning, new construction, tenant improvements, adaptive reuse, and self-perform services for commercial clients.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Middle Tennessee, including Nashville and surrounding communities.
What values guide your company?
Our core values include servant leadership, integrity, generosity, and a commitment to building relationships and communities.
How do you handle complex projects?
We use collaborative problem-solving, transparent communication, and innovative strategies to deliver high-quality results on time and budget.
