Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Brookfield, WI
Creative Constructors was founded in 1999 by Mike LaBonte and John Schauer as a construction management and prime contracting firm serving commercial, retail, multi-family housing, and public sectors. After Mike's passing in 2010, Brian Labonte assumed full leadership, continuing his father's vision to establish the company as an industry leader through client-focused partnerships. Our success stems from identifying client needs and tailoring project approaches to minimize costs while maximizing construction value. With a Milwaukee School of Engineering degree in Construction Management and decades of hands-on experience, I lead a team committed to integrity, proactive decision-making, and industry excellence. We maintain active participation in the Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee while continuously expanding our expertise through project analysis and professional development.Our approach emphasizes internal/external production efficiency, quality craftsmanship, and cost-effective resource management, ensuring client satisfaction throughout every project phase. From feasibility studies to final commissioning, we deliver comprehensive services including design evaluation, budget management, safety compliance, and green design implementation. Our track record demonstrates consistent delivery of tangible and intangible returns on investment for clients ranging from national coffee chains to municipal projects. With over 25 years of industry experience and a focus on core values, we remain dedicated to raising construction standards while maintaining transparent communication and ethical business practices.
Services
Planning
Design
Construction
Renovations
Project Management
Feasibility Studies
Value Engineering
Tenant Improvement
Green Design
Historic Reuse
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of construction industry experience since 1999
- Our team provides client-focused project approaches tailored to specific needs
- We implement proven safety compliance and quality assurance protocols
- Our process includes transparent budget management and cost optimization strategies
- We maintain active industry affiliations for continuous professional development
What people say
Fabulous to work with
Clean job
Absolute pleasure
Professionals of finest quality
Extreme privilege to work with
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide comprehensive oversight from project inception to completion. We coordinate all phases including feasibility analysis, budget development, contractor selection, and quality control. Our team ensures strict adherence to timelines and specifications while maintaining transparent communication with all stakeholders. With proven expertise in both public and private sector projects, we deliver cost-effective solutions that maximize value while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
Design Consulting
We offer expert design consulting services that bridge architectural vision with practical execution. Our team evaluates site conditions, develops optimal configurations, and provides input on sustainable design elements. We collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure constructability while maintaining budget parameters. Our design phase services include value engineering, permit acquisition assistance, and comprehensive documentation to ensure seamless transition to construction.
Tenant Improvement
Our tenant improvement solutions focus on transforming commercial spaces to meet specific business needs. We manage the complete process from initial planning through final inspections, coordinating with architects and subcontractors to deliver functional, code-compliant environments. Our services include space planning, material selection, budget management, and schedule coordination. We specialize in minimizing business disruption while ensuring timely completion of retail, office, and hospitality sector projects.
Historic Reuse
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through expert historic and adaptive reuse projects. Our team combines traditional construction techniques with modern requirements to transform aging structures into functional spaces. Services include historical research, code compliance planning, and material preservation strategies. We maintain strict adherence to preservation standards while implementing contemporary systems for energy efficiency and operational effectiveness in both public and private sector projects.
Value Engineering
Our value engineering process identifies cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or functionality. We analyze construction methods, materials, and design elements to develop more efficient alternatives that maintain project integrity. This service includes comprehensive budget analysis, alternative material evaluation, and lifecycle cost assessment. Our goal is to deliver maximum construction value through innovative solutions that reduce expenses while enhancing long-term performance and maintainability.
People
Brian Labonte
President
Brian Labonte leads Creative Constructors with over 25 years of construction industry experience. A Milwaukee School of Engineering graduate, he combines technical expertise with practical knowledge to deliver client-focused solutions. He maintains active involvement in the Associated General Contractors while continuously improving processes through project analysis and team development. His leadership emphasizes integrity, proactive decision-making, and construction excellence.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Creative Constructors handle?
We specialize in commercial, retail, multi-family housing, and public sector projects including new construction, renovations, and historic adaptive reuse.
How does your construction management process work?
Our process includes feasibility studies, budget development, contractor selection, quality control, and comprehensive project oversight from planning through completion.
What makes your company different from other contractors?
We combine 25+ years of experience with client-focused approaches, emphasizing cost optimization, safety compliance, and transparent communication throughout every project phase.
Do you handle both design and construction phases?
Yes, we provide integrated services covering feasibility studies, design consulting, construction management, and final commissioning of facilities.
