The De Anza Redevelopment transformed the former De Anza Hotel, a Route 66 landmark in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill District, into a modern, multi-use property that pays homage to the building’s rich history. The site now features an apartment complex styled to resemble the original motel, an iconic...
The coronavirus outbreak and its subsequent market shock have private and public Owners alike scrambling to figure out the impact on their projects. Some have chosen to push ahead with design and construction, while others have paused to adjust to changing revenue projections. While the...
Hands-on learning will play an expanding role in preparing tomorrow’s students for high-demand careers. By breaking away from the traditional classroom experience, purpose-built training facilities nurture skills and habits that translate to modern workplaces. These facilities make up a growing...
Through times of crisis, the old proverb eventually proves true: “this too shall pass.” Human instinct can lead us to wait out the bad times, then continue business as usual afterward. The COVID-19 outbreak and resulting public health emergency will put this preference to the test. Some firms...
HB Project Manager Charles Rolison recently took the time to discuss his career and work habits. A native of Honolulu City, Hawaii, Charles shared how his early construction experiences continue to shape who he is today. Q: Charles, can you tell us about your background in construction? A:...
This week HB Construction earned recognition for family-friendly culture and work policies. The distinction, given by Family Friendly New Mexico, recognizes companies that implement family and employee-friendly policies relating to benefits, economic support, and community investment. After...
James Porter recently earned promotion to HB’s Chief Estimator role. His background in commercial construction includes field labor, project management, and estimating. He took the time to discuss his interests—inside and outside of work—and what advice he would give to someone considering an...
For many firms, the end of the year is a time of intensive planning. Goals are set, budgets are finalized, and schedules are outlined. Yet there’s one aspect of planning many companies overlook: the opportunity to take a clear-eyed, comprehensive look at what happened over the previous year....
In our latest employee spotlight, Front Desk Administrator Pennie Pate shared her passion for inspiring young women across the world and why building relationships in the workplace is important to her.
Before Brian Rodriguez started his career in construction, you could find him defying gravity and studying the unknowns of the universe. He shares his approach to project management and the more earthbound challenges he works on today. What is something people may not know about you? During my...