Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Commercial Construction Services in North Carolina
Holden Building is a premier commercial general contractor with an unlimited building license, specializing in educational, industrial, office, and retail construction. Since 2001, we have delivered high-quality projects on time and within budget, leveraging over 60 years of combined construction management experience across our team. Our approach prioritizes client collaboration through flexible contract options like Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) agreements, ensuring transparency and cost control. With offices in Greensboro and Charlotte, North Carolina, we serve clients across North and South Carolina and Virginia, maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and a commitment to excellence. Our team, led by President Wilbur Holden, has completed landmark projects for clients like the North Carolina National Guard, Liberty Property Trust, and International House of Pancakes.We emphasize safety, attention to detail, and rapid response times for estimates, distinguishing ourselves in competitive commercial real estate markets. Our long list of satisfied clients, including Fortune 500 companies and local institutions, attests to our reliability and expertise. We specialize in design-build solutions, commercial upfits, and renovations, with a track record of complex projects like school additions and community facilities. Our dedication to quality has earned recognition from architects, government agencies, and business leaders who value our responsiveness and integrity. Whether constructing new facilities or renovating existing spaces, we remain focused on transforming client visions into reality through professional execution and proven methodologies.
Services
Commercial Construction
Design-Build Projects
Renovation Services
Guaranteed Maximum Price Contracts
Project Management
Commercial Upfits
New Building Construction
Government Facility Projects
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of commercial construction experience with NC, SC, and VA licenses
- Our GMP contracts provide cost certainty for large-scale construction projects
- Proven track record with government agencies including the NC National Guard
- Dedicated project managers with rapid estimate turnaround times
- Established partnerships with quality-focused subcontractors across three states
What people say
Completed on time
True professionals
Excellent attention to detail
High quality spaces
Quick estimates
Services
Commercial Construction
We deliver full-scale commercial construction projects for educational institutions, industrial facilities, office buildings, and retail spaces. Our team manages every phase from initial planning to final execution, ensuring compliance with all building codes and specifications. With an unlimited general contractor license, we handle projects of any complexity across multiple states.
Design-Build Projects
Our design-build approach streamlines construction by combining design and building phases under one contract. This method reduces project timelines while maintaining quality control through coordinated planning and execution by our experienced team of architects and contractors.
Guaranteed Maximum Price Contracts
We offer GMP contracts that protect clients from cost overruns while maintaining construction quality. This approach provides budget certainty for large commercial projects through transparent cost tracking and regular financial reporting throughout the construction process.
Government Facility Construction
We specialize in constructing and renovating government facilities including military installations, community centers, and public schools. Our team meets strict federal requirements while delivering projects on time and within budget for agencies like the National Guard and local municipalities.
Commercial Renovations
We transform existing commercial spaces through strategic renovations that enhance functionality and aesthetics. Our process includes detailed planning, material selection, and phased construction to minimize business disruption while achieving modern, code-compliant results.
People
Wilbur Holden
President
Licensed general contractor since 1998 with over 20 years of commercial construction experience. Founded Holden Building in 2001 after previous industry experience, leading major projects across multiple states while maintaining strong client relationships.
Dan Holden
Project Manager & Vice President
Manages complex construction projects with focus on budget control and timeline adherence. Brings extensive field experience to client projects, coordinating teams to deliver quality commercial spaces that meet specific business requirements.
Timothy Hight
Project Manager & Vice President
Oversees project execution from planning through completion, ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction. Recognized for professional approach and attention to detail in delivering commercial construction projects on time and within budget.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Holden Building Company specialize in?
We specialize in commercial construction for educational facilities, industrial buildings, office spaces, and retail locations, including design-build projects and renovations.
Which states do you provide construction services in?
We operate across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia with licensed teams in all service areas.
What contract options are available for construction projects?
We offer traditional lump sum contracts and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) agreements for cost predictability.
How does Holden Building Company handle project timelines and budgets?
Our proven methodologies ensure projects are completed on schedule while maintaining strict budget controls through regular financial tracking.
What experience does your team have with government construction projects?
We've successfully completed multiple projects for the North Carolina National Guard and local municipalities since 2001.
How quickly can you provide cost estimates for new projects?
Our team typically delivers detailed cost estimates within 3-5 business days after receiving project specifications.
