Women in Construction Week was started in 1998 by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). This year’s theme is “Keys to the Future,” celebrating the strength and knowledge of women in the industry and the vital role they play in shaping the future of construction. One of the women living out that theme… Read More
By any measure, ZOOZ is a restaurateur’s dream. The waterside cocktail garden was conceived as an upscale destination for before or after dinner, with hanging greenery and florals setting the scene while bartenders mix and pour drinks table-side. When it opens in March, ZOOZ will be the second D.C. project for brothers Joseph, Kamal, and… Read More
HBW was perfectly positioned to capitalize on new opportunities in 2023. By continuing to build resources that allow us to excel in key market sectors and keeping our team focused on exceptional client service, HBW saw some notable successes in the marketplace and within our ranks. Growing Market Sectors Although the market for office space… Read More
“Every outreach experience is enjoyable because it feels good to help others. I’m proud to work for HBW, and I think every company should give something back to the local community,” says Phil Scott, HBW CEO. HBW is known for commercial projects and specialized spaces throughout the Washington metropolitan area. However, construction isn’t the only… Read More
Today, our employees are among the 10 million people who work in the construction industry in the U.S. Though construction was hit hard by the pandemic, the industry is once again on a growth trajectory, expected to grow at a robust rate of 4.8% annually for the next decade – offering huge career opportunities in… Read More
Although the majority of businesses have returned to the way things were before, the nature of business has changed. Organizations of all sizes are giving more priority to the employee experience. And that starts with the work environment. If you have commercial office space, now is the time to make an investment so it works… Read More
When complete, Apex Vets will house 24-hour emergency care, multiple specialties, and many purpose-built spaces with state-of-the-art equipment. The project is the vision of Dr. Ben Donati, whose enthusiasm has infected the entire HBW Construction team, inspiring three unique influences on the construction: the owner’s involvement, HBW relationships, and our team’s personal dedication to bringing… Read More
When we were planning for 2023, we forecasted some market changes and did some strategic planning to help HBW succeed. We recognized that although these situations were out of our control, how we reacted would make a difference. At the mid-year point, we’re right where we need to be and confident that HBW has recovered… Read More
Handling emergencies is part of the job, but it’s a largely preventable part. At HBW, we always prefer seeing our customers during preventative maintenance visits rather than on emergency calls. Decades of experience have proven to our Services Division that preventative maintenance can save the day – and your budget. If you’re a property manager… Read More
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 80 percent of workplace accidents are caused by behaviors, and 20 percent are caused by unsafe conditions. Recognizing these dual challenges has shaped the way we hire, train, support, and verify safety on the job. HBW views safety as an all-or-nothing issue – you’re either 100… Read More