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Company What does a commercial general contractor do?
A commercial general contractor manages a construction project from start to finish and is the single point of accountability to the owner for getting it built on time, on budget, and to spec. That means coordinating subcontractors, managing the schedule and budget, and overseeing quality and safety on site. Fulcrum Construction is a commercial general contractor operating nationwide.
Company What does Fulcrum Construction do?
Fulcrum Construction is an operator-led commercial general contractor focused on retail construction, industrial and distribution projects, and multi-location rollout and refresh programs.
Company How long has Fulcrum Construction been in business?
Fulcrum Construction was founded in Atlanta in 2003 by CEO and Founder Mike Arasin. Since then, the company has grown into a national commercial general contractor with five regional offices and more than two decades of experience building projects across the country.
Company Is Fulcrum Construction a national or a regional contractor?
Fulcrum Construction operates as a national commercial general contractor in the United States. Built on a combined national and regional execution model, it has offices across the country. Each office is run by a hands-on principal with experience building projects, rather than a distant corporate office or a sales team.
Company Where does Fulcrum Construction have offices?
Fulcrum Construction has regional offices in:
- Atlanta, GA
- Los Angeles, CA
- San Antonio, TX
- Portland, OR
- Philadelphia, PA
As a national general contractor, we ensure that our regional offices work in close coordination, sharing client knowledge and experience so that your projects can be seamlessly handled across multiple regions.
Company How many projects has Fulcrum Construction completed?
Fulcrum Construction has completed more than 3,000 projects across the United States.
Company What percentage of Fulcrum Construction's work is repeat business?
As an established commercial construction company, a large majority of Fulcrum Construction's project volume — roughly 90% — comes from repeat clients.
Repeat business is central to Fulcrum's model. We are built to serve established retailers, developers, and corporate clients with ongoing construction needs, not one-off projects for smaller operators.
Many of our client relationships span years, multiple markets, and dozens or even hundreds of projects. Our goal is to become a long-term construction partner that understands a client's standards, priorities, and way of working, then delivers consistently as their program grows.
Company What is the size and reach of Fulcrum Construction?
Fulcrum has more than 120 employees operating from five regional offices in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Portland, San Antonio, and Philadelphia. We complete more than 100 projects annually and maintain established subcontractor relationships across the markets we serve.
Our growth has been deliberate. We open offices where client demand supports a permanent local presence and are planning additional offices in growing markets.
Company What makes Fulcrum different from other national general contractors?
Fulcrum combines the resources and geographic reach of a national contractor with the direct involvement and accountability of a regional builder. Each office is led by experienced principals who remain actively involved in operations, client relationships, and project execution.
We intentionally occupy the space between very large corporate contractors, where clients can become one of hundreds of accounts, and smaller local contractors that may not have the resources or geographic reach to support sophisticated multi-market clients. Our model gives clients national capabilities without losing direct access to the people responsible for delivering their work.
Company How does Fulcrum decide which projects to pursue?
Fulcrum is selective about the projects we pursue. We focus on opportunities where our experience, people, geographic coverage, and operating model give us a clear ability to perform well.
That often means working with established retailers, developers, construction managers, and other sophisticated clients who value communication, accountability, schedule control, and long-term relationships. We are not trying to be the contractor for every project. We want to be the right contractor for the clients and projects we take on.
Company What does "playing to win" mean for Fulcrum Construction?
Fulcrum owns the project, process, and schedule, and takes full responsibility for delivering a successful outcome for the customer, the company, and our employees. That's what playing to win means: we keep our word, take care of our clients and team, and win for everyone involved.
Company Who leads Fulcrum Construction?
Fulcrum Construction is led by Founder & CEO Mike Arasin and CFO Mark Eastin, along with three regional presidents — Aaron Eveland (West Coast), Cal Patterson (East Coast), and Samuel Joyner (Texas) — and vice presidents running each individual office.
Visit our Leadership page to meet our team.
Company Are Fulcrum's regional leaders involved in day-to-day project work?
Yes. Fulcrum Construction's regional presidents and vice presidents stay hands-on with the projects, clients, and teams in their offices throughout the life of each project.
Company Who do I contact about a project in a specific region?
The right contact depends on your project's location. Contact us and your message will be routed automatically to the right region upon filling out and submitting a brief form. We want to make it easy for you to do business with us!
You can also check out our Regional Offices Overview page to see if a particular office handles your location.
Company Who leads a Fulcrum project?
Every Fulcrum project is overseen by a Project Executive who is a principal of the local office, so ownership is involved in every project and clients always have direct access to senior leadership. Visit the How We Work page to learn more.
How We Work What types of clients does Fulcrum work with?
Fulcrum's clients include retailers, developers and construction managers, with architects, subcontractors, and vendors as regular partners on every project.
How We Work Does Fulcrum only work with large national retail brands?
Fulcrum focuses on long-term relationships with major retailers and developers. It's selective about which projects it takes on, choosing work where it can perform at a high level rather than pursuing every opportunity.
How We Work Does Fulcrum build long-term relationships with clients rather than one-off projects?
Long-term relationships are central to how Fulcrum operates. About 90% of Fulcrum's work comes from clients who have worked with the company before, often across multiple sites and several years.
How We Work Does Fulcrum work with architects, construction managers, and vendors?
Yes. Architects and construction managers are regular collaborators on Fulcrum projects, working alongside Fulcrum from planning through completion.
Fulcrum brings owners, architects, and vendors together starting with a kickoff meeting that aligns the whole team on project goals, then keeps that alignment through regular project updates and direct communication as work progresses.
You can learn more about how we work with subs and vendors on the Subcontractors page.
How We Work What is the difference between a general contractor and a construction manager?
A general contractor typically holds a single contract with the project owner and is responsible for delivering the finished project, managing subcontractors, budget, and schedule within an established scope. A construction manager is often brought on earlier, during design, to advise the owner and coordinate the project on the owner's behalf.
Fulcrum Construction works as general contractor, taking on that direct responsibility for delivering your project from preconstruction through closeout.
How We Work How early should we bring Fulcrum into a project?
The sooner, the better. Bringing Fulcrum Construction in early gives us more opportunity to provide meaningful input on cost, constructability, schedule, phasing, and procurement before key decisions are locked in. Early involvement helps identify potential issues sooner, evaluate options, and set the project up for a smoother construction process.
How We Work What can clients expect from Fulcrum during preconstruction?
Clients can expect a hands-on, practical approach from Fulcrum Construction focused on making informed decisions before construction begins. Many of our projects are negotiated, which allows us to get involved well before permits are issued and work alongside the owner and design team on budgeting, constructability, scheduling, phasing, and value engineering.
Early involvement also allows us to identify long-lead items, develop procurement strategies, and place orders when necessary to protect the schedule. In our experience, negotiated projects run more smoothly because the team has time to address potential issues and make key decisions before construction starts.
On hard-bid projects with a quick start, we use the bidding period to thoroughly qualify and vet subcontractors, not just their pricing, but their experience, capacity, and ability to perform the work. That helps ensure we have the right project team in place from day one.
In either approach, the goal is the same: fewer surprises, better planning, and a clear path into construction.
How We Work What is Fulcrum's approach to running a construction project?
Fulcrum Construction owns the project, process, and schedule, and takes full responsibility for delivering a successful outcome. We set realistic expectations and consistently work to exceed them, communicating clearly and often so clients always know where their project stands.
How We Work How does Fulcrum staff each project?
We staff each project by matching the right people to the client, the project, and the workload.
Whenever possible, we keep Project Managers and Superintendents working with the same clients and project types. That continuity builds deep knowledge of the client's standards, processes, and expectations, and creates a shorthand with Owner representatives that makes each successive project run more efficiently.
When one of our offices is working with a client for the first time, we bring in experience from across Fulcrum. PMs and Superintendents from offices that already know the client share lessons learned, standards, and best practices, and often partner directly with the new team to make the transition as seamless as possible.
We also match Superintendents to projects based on their individual strengths and experience. And every project is overseen by a Project Executive who is a principal of the local office. That means ownership is involved in every project, and our clients always have direct access to senior leadership when they need it.
How We Work Where does Fulcrum work, and how do you manage projects outside your home markets?
Fulcrum Construction works across the country, including well beyond our home markets. Because our Superintendents regularly travel, they are accustomed to working with new building officials, inspectors, subcontractors, and local requirements from project to project.
Our teams know the importance of getting aligned early. Before construction begins, we meet with key stakeholders and local officials to understand expectations, permitting requirements, inspection procedures, and any jurisdiction-specific issues.
From there, we stay proactive through regular communication, coordination meetings, three-week look-ahead schedules, and ongoing planning to keep the project moving smoothly.
How We Work Does Fulcrum build schedules it can actually meet?
No project is perfect, and construction always involves change. Fulcrum Construction works to do its best on every schedule and communicates openly when things shift, rather than setting unrealistic expectations from the start.
How We Work How does Fulcrum keep the project team aligned?
We believe the best projects come from clear communication, early coordination, and a team that works toward the same goal. Fulcrum works closely with owners, architects, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors to identify issues early, make decisions quickly, and keep the project moving.
Our approach is practical and collaborative. We respect each team member's role, communicate directly, and focus on solving problems instead of assigning blame. When questions or challenges come up, we bring the right people together, work through the options, and keep everyone aligned on cost, schedule, quality, and the client's priorities.
How We Work How does Fulcrum handle change orders?
Whether a change order comes from the client or from something Fulcrum Construction identifies in the field, we're nimble, adaptable, and resourceful in addressing it. We communicate directly and openly about what's changing and why, so you always know exactly where things stand.
Safety What is Fulcrum Construction's approach to jobsite safety?
Fulcrum Construction treats its commercial construction safety program as critical and inherent to how it works day to day, and not as a box-checking exercise.
Safety is a shared commitment across our project and field teams, with leadership reinforcing the culture through active involvement and follow-through. Subcontractors are prequalified before they start. Performance is checked through field observations, toolbox talks, and inspections, with lessons learned carried into future work.
At Fulcrum Construction, a safe job is a well-run job.
Safety Are Fulcrum Construction's superintendents and project managers safety certified?
Yes. All superintendents and project managers are OSHA 30, CPR and first aid trained.
Safety How often does Fulcrum Construction conduct safety inspections?
Fulcrum Construction conducts weekly safety inspections and toolbox talks, reinforced by ongoing site safety monitoring, site-specific safety planning, and third-party safety inspections throughout the project.
Safety Does Fulcrum Construction use third-party safety audits?
Yes. Fulcrum uses third-party safety inspections as an additional layer of oversight alongside our internal safety inspections and field safety practices.
Safety Does Fulcrum Construction prequalify subcontractors for safety?
Yes. Safety record is one of the things checked as part of Fulcrum Construction's subcontractor prequalification process, along with financial statements, certificate of insurance, bonding capacity, active state contractor license, and project references.
Once prequalified, subcontractors are expected to work within Fulcrum's safety standards and coordinate with Fulcrum's teams throughout the project.
Safety How does Fulcrum handle safety in open stores or constrained sites?
Fulcrum evaluates the specific conditions of each project and develops site-specific logistics and safety plans to protect workers, customers, staff, and the public.
Depending on the project, this may include protected pedestrian paths or temporary tunnels, barricades, signage, controlled work zones, and coordination of disruptive work around active operations.
Subcontractors How do I become a Fulcrum Construction subcontractor, and how do I get on the bid list?
The process of becoming a Fulcrum Construction subcontractor begins by filling out this form. Your information is routed to the Fulcrum Construction office closest to your location, and their team will guide you through the prequalification process.
Once prequalified, you're added to Fulcrum Construction's approved subcontractor pool / bid list, and become eligible for invitations to bid on projects that match your trade, region, and capacity.
Subcontractors What does Fulcrum Construction look for in a subcontractor?
Fulcrum Construction prequalifies subcontractors the way most established general contractors do: reviewing safety record, financial stability and bonding capacity, current licensing and insurance, and past project performance and references.
Subcontractors What do I need to prequalify as a Fulcrum Construction subcontractor, and is there a form?
Yes, a prequalification form is part of the process. Fulcrum Construction typically requests current financial statements, a certificate of insurance, bonding capacity documentation, an active state contractor license, safety record, and project references. Exact requirements can vary by trade and region.
Subcontractors Does Fulcrum Construction vet subcontractors financially?
Yes. Fulcrum Construction verifies each subcontractor's financial stability to protect project continuity and our clients. We follow industry-standard practices such as requesting an AIA A305 Contractor's Qualification Statement.
Subcontractors What safety standards must Fulcrum Construction subcontractors meet?
In the prequalification process, subcontractors must show that they maintain an active safety program, keep crews current on required training (such as OSHA 30), and provide their crew with the right PPE for the job.
Once hired and onsite, subcontractors are expected to work within Fulcrum Construction's safety standards and coordinate closely with project teams to identify and address potential risks. Learn more about our no-nonsense approach at our Safety page.
Subcontractors Does Fulcrum Construction work with the same subcontractors repeatedly?
Yes. Fulcrum Construction continues working with subcontractors who perform well, and those relationships often span years and multiple projects. You can view many of our trusted subcontractor partners on this page. If you are interested in becoming a subcontractor that works with Fulcrum, submit an inquiry here.
Markets What markets does Fulcrum Construction specialize in?
Fulcrum Construction specializes in three core markets:
Retail Construction - Including ground up, remodels, and tenant improvements for national & regional retailers and developers.
Industrial & Distribution - Including ground-up, design/build, and tenant improvements for distribution centers, logistics, and light manufacturing.
Rollouts, Refreshes, and Programs - Including multi-location programs delivered nationally or regionally with consistent management and tactical execution.
Markets How much experience does Fulcrum have in retail construction?
Retail has been a core part of Fulcrum's business since the company was founded in 2003. We have completed thousands of projects for national retailers, including ground-up stores, tenant improvements, open-store remodels, relocations, refreshes, rollouts, and multi-location programs.
Our experience ranges from individual flagship and large-format projects to programs involving dozens or hundreds of locations across multiple states. We also build the distribution, warehouse, and logistics facilities that support retail operations.
Markets Does Fulcrum Construction build retail stores?
Yes. Retail construction is one of our core markets. The firm handles ground-up construction, tenant improvements, and remodels for national and regional retailers and developers, from single stores to multi-site programs.
Markets What retail brands has Fulcrum Construction worked with?
Fulcrum has worked with major retail brands including Dick's, Sephora, PGA Tour Superstore, Target, QuikTrip, and Walgreens, completing hundreds of projects with these clients over many years.
Visit our Who We Work With page to see the full range of retail, industrial, and developer partners we've built with.
Markets What is tenant improvement (TI) construction?
Tenant improvement construction refers to the interior build-out of a leased retail space to fit a specific tenant's needs. TI work typically includes flooring, walls, ceilings, lighting, fixtures, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Tenant improvement construction is common in shopping centers, malls, and multi-tenant retail buildings where the base building already exists. Fulcrum has extensive experience with TI in both closed and open store environments.
Markets What is a vanilla shell or white box in construction?
A vanilla shell, also called a white box, is a retail space finished to a basic, unbranded condition, typically with drywall, a concrete or unfinished floor, and rough mechanical and electrical connections in place. It gives a tenant a clean, blank starting point for their own build-out. And yes, we can build these for you.
Markets Can Fulcrum Construction build in occupied, operating retail stores?
Yes. Open-store remodels are one of Fulcrum's specialties. Many retail projects must be completed while stores remain open, so work is sequenced carefully and coordinated with ownership and tenants.
It's a priority for Fulcrum to maintain safe, controlled jobsites with a strong emphasis on the safety of customers, employees, pedestrians, and vehicles. We keep the store shoppable and well-lit throughout construction.
Check out our Safety page to learn more about how we promote safe jobsites.
Markets Does Fulcrum handle both single stores and multi-location retail programs?
Yes. Fulcrum builds individual retail stores as well as larger programs across many locations. For multi-site rollouts and refreshes, visit our Rollouts, Refreshes & Programs page.
Markets How long does a typical retail build take?
Retail construction timelines vary based on project scope, store size, and whether the store remains open during construction. For a more specific answer to this question, Contact Us to talk about your project.
Markets Does Fulcrum build industrial and distribution facilities?
Yes. Industrial and distribution construction is one of Fulcrum Construction's three core markets, alongside Retail and Rollouts, Refreshes, and Programs.
Markets What types of industrial projects does Fulcrum Construction handle?
Fulcrum builds distribution centers, warehouses, and light manufacturing facilities for developers and end users. The work includes tilt-up construction, tenant improvements (including in occupied buildings), and remodels, supported by preconstruction, value engineering, and design/build services.
Markets Does Fulcrum Construction have experience with large-scale distribution centers?
Fulcrum's sweet spot is distribution centers under 1,000,000 square feet, typically 100,000 to 500,000 square feet, along with smaller industrial tenant improvements. Large industrial-only GCs chase only the biggest jobs, which leaves this size range to contractors like Fulcrum.
By the request of our clients, we have been actively engaged in industrial work for over a decade, growing from tenant improvements and remodels to a small ground-up project and building from there. Fulcrum only takes on industrial work that fits its current staff capability.
Markets Which regions does Fulcrum Construction serve for industrial projects?
Fulcrum's industrial and distribution work is supported by five regional offices in:
Each office knows its local market, and Fulcrum's subcontractor base includes specialists in industrial work. If you're not sure which office covers your location, visit our Regional Offices Overview page to find your local team, or Contact Us and we'll set you up with the right people and office.
Markets What is design-build construction?
Design-build is a project delivery method in which one team holds a single contract with the owner for both the design and the construction of a project. Owners choose it to meet schedule, cost, and quality goals with a single point of responsibility. Many of Fulcrum's industrial and distribution projects are delivered design/build.
Markets What is tilt-up construction?
Tilt-up construction is a building method in which large concrete wall panels are cast on the job site, often on the building's floor slab, and then lifted into position with a crane. Also called tilt-wall, it is common for distribution centers, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities. Fulcrum often builds new industrial & distribution projects using tilt-up construction.
Markets How long does a typical distribution center build take?
Distribution center construction timelines vary based on project scope, building size, and whether the building remains occupied during construction. For a more specific answer to this question, Contact Us to talk about your project.
Markets What is a rollout or refresh program in construction?
A rollout or refresh program is a single construction program that delivers the same scope of work to many locations. The scope can be a store remodel, brand update, or fixture installation.
Rollouts deliver a new design, prototype, or upgrade to each site
Refreshes update existing stores
Programs can be local, regional, or nationwide
The scope is defined once and repeated site by site, so the design and quality stay consistent at every location. Each site brings its own conditions, including local codes, landlord requirements, and utility conditions, so every location gets its own plan within the program.
Markets Who builds retail rollouts nationwide?
Retail rollouts are built by commercial general contractors that combine a national footprint with multi-location program experience like Fulcrum Construction. We're a national commercial general contractor with five regional offices in:
Each office has an experienced team and established subcontractor relationships built through years of repeat business, so every region has people who know the local codes, permitting, and trades. Shared knowledge between the offices allows retailers to rely on one contractor to run programs consistently across multiple regions or nationally.
Markets Does Fulcrum manage multi-location rollout programs?
Yes. Rollouts, refreshes, and programs are one of Fulcrum's three core markets, along with Retail and Industrial & Distribution. We've completed programs involving dozens or hundreds of locations across multiple states, at local, regional, and national scale.
Markets How does Fulcrum coordinate construction across many locations at once?
Every Fulcrum office has the capability to run programs. Our regional offices share client knowledge. When an office works with a client for the first time, Project Managers and Superintendents from offices that already know the client share standards, lessons learned, and best practices, and often partner directly with the new team.
Before work begins on a multi-location program, every team member is brought up to speed, so quality and pace stay consistent from the first site to the last.
Markets Can Fulcrum execute rollouts in occupied or operating locations?
Yes. Fulcrum has extensive experience working in open-store environments. Planning starts with the client's operations, including store hours, customer and employee access, deliveries, security requirements, life-safety systems, noise restrictions, and any work that must happen off-hours.
The work is then phased, construction areas are kept separate from occupied areas, and shutdowns and inspections are coordinated in advance. Look-ahead schedules keep everyone aligned, and Superintendents stay in close contact with store or facility leadership so upcoming work is understood before it happens.
Cleanliness, safety, access, and minimal disruption are part of the daily plan.
Markets Does Fulcrum have the ability to self-perform any work?
Yes. On smaller projects Fulcrum can perform demolition, framing, drywall, painting, flooring and fixtures.
Markets How do I choose a general contractor for a multi-site program?
Evaluate a general contractor for a multi-site program on these five points:
Comparable references – Ask for rollouts of similar scope and geography, and ask who ran them.
Coverage and licensing in each market – Ask which of your regions the contractor already works in and how it handles local codes, permitting, and subcontractors.
One point of accountability – A single contract and clear ownership of the schedule give you one team to call about every location.
Consistency at every site – Ask how the contractor interprets and repeats your standards, and whether the same team stays with your program.
A plan for schedule, change, and reporting – Ask how mid-program changes are handled and how progress is reported across all locations.
Fulcrum Construction meets each of these points. We have extensive experience running multi-site programs both nationally and regionally, with five coordinated regional offices across the US.
We own the project, process, and schedule. A principal of your local office oversees every job as Project Executive, so you always have direct access to senior leadership. Whenever possible, the same Project Managers and Superintendents stay with you from project to project. They already know your standards, making each new site run more efficiently.
You get customized weekly project updates and monthly check-ins with a Project Executive. When scope or schedule changes, we tell you what's changing and why, so you always know where things stand.
Contact Us to discuss your program and how we can execute it for you.
Markets How long does a typical rollout or refresh program take?
Rollout and refresh program timelines vary based on program scope, the number of locations, and whether the stores remain open during construction. For a more specific answer to this question, Contact Us to talk about your program.
Regional Offices Where are Fulcrum's regional offices located?
Fulcrum has regional offices in:
Regional Offices Are Fulcrum's regional offices part of a larger national company?
Yes. Founded in 2003, Fulcrum Construction is a nationwide commercial general contractor with five regional offices nationwide.
Accounting, HR, and IT functions are centralized through the Atlanta home office, providing company-wide consistency and support that allows each regional office to remain focused on its local market and projects.
The five regional offices provide local expertise from coast to coast. Each office is an owner-operated general contractor with real local building experience.
The principals live in their regions & know the trade partners, market conditions, and business processes. Shared tribal knowledge between offices allows retailers and developers to rely on one contractor to run programs consistently across multiple markets.
Regional Offices Why does Fulcrum operate through regional offices instead of managing everything from one central location?
Construction is inherently local. Building codes, licensing requirements, permitting processes, subcontractor practices, and even the way individual trades divide their scopes can vary significantly from one region to another. What is standard for a concrete, drywall or painting subcontractor in one market may be handled very differently somewhere else.
Fulcrum's regional offices combine the resources and experience of a national contractor with teams that are established in the markets where they work. They understand the local requirements, know the subcontractor base and, just as importantly, understand how work is actually bought and built in that region.
That local knowledge helps us develop more complete budgets, identify scope gaps early, select the right trade partners and avoid costly surprises in the field. We are not learning the local market on your project, because we already know it.
Regional Offices Are Fulcrum's regional offices led by principals?
Yes. Regional leaders are directly involved in building projects, on-site and off. That means direct communication with experienced professionals who answer questions, handle issues, deliver results, and stay accountable for outcomes.
Learn more about Fulcrum's Leadership team.
Regional Offices What types of projects does each regional office handle?
Fulcrum Construction's regional offices handle all three of Fulcrum's core markets:
- Retail projects
- Industrial & Distribution projects
- Rollouts, Refreshes, & Programs across multiple locations
Regional Offices Does Fulcrum's regional structure affect subcontractor relationships or pricing?
Yes. Subcontractor markets are highly relationship-driven, and many subs are understandably cautious when an out-of-town contractor enters their market.
Local subcontractors may not know whether that contractor pays promptly, manages projects fairly, understands local conditions, or will provide opportunities beyond a single job. That kind of uncertainty can affect whether they bid, how aggressively they price the work, and where they commit their best people and resources.
That's why Fulcrum's regional offices have established subcontractor relationships built through years of repeat business. Our local subcontracting partners know Fulcrum's regional office teams and how they operate, which helps us not only attract stronger participation, but also obtain more competitive and complete bids.
Most importantly, subcontractors know that Fulcrum Construction intends to keep working in their region, which helps us build project teams that are invested in performing well on your current project, and on the next one, too.
Learn more on our Subcontractors page.
Regional Offices What areas does Fulcrum Construction's Atlanta office cover?
The Atlanta office builds projects across:
- Georgia
- Alabama
- Florida
- Mississippi
- North Carolina
- Tennessee
- South Carolina
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Arkansas
- Indiana
- Illinois
- Kansas
- Louisiana
- Kentucky
- Missouri
- Ohio
Operating out of Atlanta, it brings direct regional experience and local relationships to projects throughout the Southeast and beyond.
Regional Offices Who leads Fulcrum Construction's Atlanta office?
Fulcrum's Atlanta office is led by Cal Patterson, President – East Coast, who also oversees the Philadelphia office. Cal has been with Fulcrum since 2011, working his way up over 15-plus years with the firm to guide the company's growth from the flagship Atlanta office.
Executive Vice President Mike Maira, who's been with Fulcrum since 2013, brings deep knowledge of construction and operational experience to every project. He is great at finding ways to solve seemingly unsolvable problems, and has the full respect of all the field employees.
Tyler Pike serves as Vice President – Atlanta, who started in the field as a Superintendent and now leverages 18-plus years of building experience to lead the office's large-scale projects.
Regional Offices What areas does Fulcrum Construction's Los Angeles office cover?
The Los Angeles office runs projects across California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. Operating out of Long Beach, it brings direct regional experience and local relationships to projects throughout the West.
Regional Offices Who leads Fulcrum Construction's Los Angeles office?
Fulcrum's Los Angeles office is led by Aaron Eveland, President – West Coast, who also oversees the Portland office and brings over 25 years of construction experience to the role.
Julie Loo serves as Vice President – Los Angeles, drawing on more than 20 years of experience in commercial, retail, and industrial construction to manage the office's project portfolio and client relationships.
EVP Willy Rosner partnered with Aaron to open Fulcrum's Los Angeles office in 2012. As EVP, he’s focused on creating a supportive environment where employees & clients thrive.
Regional Offices What areas does Fulcrum Construction's San Antonio office cover?
The San Antonio office runs projects across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado. Operating out of historic San Antonio, it brings direct regional experience and local relationships to projects throughout the West.
Regional Offices Who leads Fulcrum Construction's San Antonio office?
Fulcrum's San Antonio office is led by Samuel Joyner, President – Texas, who's been with Fulcrum since 2006. Working his way up to President of the Texas office location, he's now focused on expanding the firm's presence in Dallas, Houston, and The Valley.
Regional Offices What areas does Fulcrum Construction's Portland office cover?
The Portland office runs projects across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming. It brings direct regional experience and local relationships to projects throughout the PNW.
Regional Offices Who leads Fulcrum Construction's Portland office?
Fulcrum's Portland office is led by Aaron Eveland, President – West Coast. With 25+ years experience, Aaron oversees projects in the Portland & Los Angeles offices. Born in Longview, WA, his early career was spent in the Portland market.
Eric Kneeland serves as Vice President – Portland, drawing on over 25 years of construction experience in various roles, which allows him to understand projects from multiple angles.
Regional Offices What areas does Fulcrum Construction's Philadelphia office cover?
The Philadelphia office runs projects across the Northeast, up & down the I-95 corridor, including:
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
- Delaware
- Washington DC
- New York
- Connecticut
- Rhode Island
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- Vermont
Operating out of Medford, NJ, it brings direct regional experience and local relationships to projects throughout the Northeast.
Regional Offices Who leads Fulcrum Construction's Philadelphia office?
Fulcrum's Philadelphia office is led by Cal Patterson, President – East Coast, who also oversees the flagship Atlanta office. Cal has been with Fulcrum since 2011, working his way up over 15-plus years with the firm to guide the company's growth along the Eastern Seaboard.
Jesse Vodges serves as Vice President – Philadelphia, drawing on more than 20 years of construction experience, including the last 12+ at Fulcrum, to oversee projects while expanding Fulcrum's footprint in and beyond Philly.
Careers What roles does Fulcrum Construction hire for?
Fulcrum hires for field and office positions that support commercial construction projects nationwide. Common roles include:
- Superintendents
- Project Managers
- Estimators
- Project Engineers
- Project Administrators
- Accountants
Hiring needs vary based on active projects and regional demand. We are always interested in experienced commercial construction professionals.
Careers Does Fulcrum Construction hire traveling superintendents?
Yes. Those positions are labeled as "traveling commercial construction superintendent" on job boards and in our careers portal.
Careers Do positions require travel?
Fulcrum Construction operates nationwide. Some field-based roles require travel depending on project assignments.
Travel expectations vary by role. Project managers and superintendents assigned to multi-market programs should expect mobility. Office-based roles are typically location-specific.
Travel requirements are discussed during the hiring process so that expectations are clear.
Careers What experience or qualifications are required to work at Fulcrum Construction?
Requirements vary by role.
For most project management and superintendent positions, experience in commercial construction is expected. Retail construction experience is a plus but not always required.
Certifications such as OSHA 30 are required for certain field roles.
We value experience that shows professionalism, communication skills, and the ability to take ownership of work.
Careers How does Fulcrum Construction support opportunities for a diverse workforce?
Fulcrum supports employment opportunities for a diverse workforce across the country. We are committed to equality in hiring, advancement, and opportunity. Performance, professionalism, and contribution determine growth here.
Building a stronger and more inclusive workforce strengthens our company and benefits the construction industry long-term. It’s reflected in how we recruit, develop, and retain our team.
Careers What benefits and compensation are offered to employees?
Compensation varies by role and level of responsibility. Fulcrum Construction offers competitive pay aligned with experience and position type.
Benefits may include:
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off
Performance-based incentives where applicable
Details are provided during the hiring process, and may vary between salaried and hourly roles.
Careers What does career growth look like at Fulcrum?
Fulcrum Construction continues to expand nationwide. Growth creates new roles and leadership opportunities across the company.
Advancement is based on performance, professionalism, and contribution. Team members who demonstrate accountability and consistent results are given increased responsibility over time.
We promote from within whenever possible, and support long-term career development.
Careers How do I apply for a job at Fulcrum Construction?
The application process is straightforward:
Candidates can view and apply for open positions here: VIEW OPENINGS & APPLY or by clicking the button with the same text on the Careers or Contact pages.
If you don't find a position that suits you at this time, you can REGISTER INTEREST and you will be contacted if a job that fits opens up.
Qualified applicants are contacted for an initial conversation.
Most roles will have additional interviews with the team after the initial conversation, which can be a video or in-person interview. We aim to communicate clearly throughout the process.
Hiring timelines vary based on position and project needs.
Careers What makes working for Fulcrum different from working for other construction companies?
Fulcrum Construction was built on a philosophy of doing the work right, taking ownership of outcomes, delivering successful projects, and enjoying the process.
We operate with clear standards. We communicate honestly. We take responsibility for our work. We play to win for the customer, for the company, and for our employees.
Our goal is simple: eliminate contractor chaos and deliver commercial construction projects that succeed for everyone involved.
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