Business Details
Commercial Construction Experts in Saint Louis
Bush Construction was founded to revolutionize the commercial general construction process by integrating design, development, and construction under one roof. Our vertically integrated model delivers faster service, consistency, and cost savings. We prioritize client-centric transparency, guiding projects from inception to completion with exceptional expertise. Our team embraces adaptability, resilience, and ethical decision-making, fostering collaboration and humbly confident communication. Decades of experience in complex transactions enable us to transform challenges into opportunities, creating sustainable developments for diverse clients. Our integrated approach eliminates inefficiencies, ensuring seamless coordination between departments and saving clients time and money.We offer flexible project delivery methods, including design-build and construction management, tailored to meet unique client needs. Our award-winning design team provides urban planning, architecture, and interior design services, licensed across multiple states. With a focus on community partnerships and financial sustainability, we deliver multi-family, mixed-use, and stand-alone developments that align with client visions. From preconstruction planning to execution, our commitment to excellence ensures projects meet budgetary and timeline goals while exceeding expectations.
Services
Design-Build
Construction Management
Development Consulting
Preconstruction Services
Multi-Family Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer integrated design-build solutions for seamless project execution.
- Our team holds architectural licenses in multiple states for regulatory expertise.
- We specialize in complex project delivery methods including CMa and CMc.
- Our vertically integrated model eliminates multi-firm coordination inefficiencies.
- Decades of experience in tax credit programs for affordable housing developments.
What people say
Professional team
Timely delivery
Exceeded expectations
Transparent communication
Tailored solutions
Services
Design-Build
Our Design-Build service combines architecture and construction under one contract, accelerating project timelines through overlapping design and construction phases. Experienced teams ensure cost certainty and minimize change orders while maintaining quality standards. Clients receive a single point of responsibility from concept to completion, with budget control and collaborative problem-solving throughout the process.
Development Consulting
We provide comprehensive development consulting covering site acquisition, financing strategies, and regulatory approvals. Expertise includes tax credit programs, incentive sourcing, and financial modeling for mixed-use and multi-family projects. Our team coordinates with government entities to structure community-benefiting developments while maintaining profitability and sustainability.
Preconstruction Services
Our Preconstruction Services establish project feasibility through detailed cost estimating, scheduling, and value engineering. We collaborate with clients to define scope requirements, assemble qualified subcontractor teams, and develop risk mitigation strategies. This phase ensures alignment with budgetary goals and identifies potential challenges before construction begins.
Construction Management
We offer both Agent and Constructor delivery methods for Construction Management. Our team coordinates trade contractors, enforces quality control, and manages project timelines. Services include bid evaluation, contract administration, and on-site supervision to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
Multi-Family Development
Specializing in multi-family developments, we deliver residential communities that balance market demands with community needs. Services include site selection, entitlement processing, and construction management. Our experience with tax credit programs enables affordable housing solutions while maintaining investment returns for clients.
People
Mike Bush
CEO
With decades of construction industry leadership, Mike Bush drives strategic vision and operational excellence. His commitment to innovation and client satisfaction shapes Bush Construction's culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Michael Johnson
President
Michael Johnson oversees daily operations, focusing on resource optimization and client relationship management. He ensures alignment with company values while driving growth across multiple service lines.
Sarah Gibson
Director of Design
Licensed architect Sarah Gibson leads award-winning design teams, delivering innovative solutions for healthcare, commercial, and community projects. Her expertise spans historic preservation and sustainable design practices.
Brent Crittenden
Director of Development
Brent Crittenden specializes in complex development transactions including tax credit financing and incentive programs. He manages partnerships that create financially viable, community-enhancing real estate projects.
Wayne Gordon
Director of Preconstruction
Wayne Gordon leads preconstruction planning, ensuring accurate cost estimation and schedule development. His technical expertise helps clients avoid common project pitfalls through proactive risk assessment.
Questions
What types of construction services do you offer?
We provide full-service commercial construction including design-build, construction management, preconstruction planning, and multi-family development across the Midwest.
How does your integrated approach benefit clients?
Our single-source model eliminates communication gaps between design and construction teams, reducing delays and cost overruns through collaborative problem-solving.
What construction project delivery methods do you use?
We specialize in design-build, construction manager as agent (CMa), and construction manager as constructor (CMc) methods tailored to client needs.
How do you handle complex project financing?
Our team has extensive experience with tax credit programs including historic preservation, new markets, and low-income housing credits to optimize project financing.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily operate in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, and Georgia, with completed projects in healthcare, education, and mixed-use development sectors.
How are project changes managed during construction?
Our proactive communication system identifies potential issues early, with transparent cost and schedule impact analysis before implementing any changes.
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