Our Services

Construction Services & Design

Gates Hudson Services was established in 1984 as a premier full service construction, capital improvements, preventative maintenance, utility, engineering and facility management services company. We recognize how important it is to choose the right partner to manage your investment. We take pride in the knowledge that we have built an excellent reputation for providing superior service to a wide variety of client projects.

We have performed construction management, capital improvement and utility management projects in excess of $300M in the Washington Metro Area for clients such as Goldman Sachs, Fannie Mae, Bankers Trust, Citigroup, John Hancock, and Prudential as well as a large number of private investors.

Multifamily Construction

Construction Management

Our core business is construction management including full scale renovation (asset re-positioning), capital improvement/facility management projects and design services. Outlined below is a summary of the construction management services we provide:

  • Assess Owner objectives
  • Evaluate current condition of all building and common area components
  • Evaluate ADA, environmental, structural and life health safety conditions
  • Confirm zoning and code compliance requirements
  • Develop/design program recommending preliminary construction program and budget
  • Interior design for multifamily and commercial projects
  • Issue RFPs and perform bid comparison
  • Select, as necessary, architect, engineering and consulting team
  • Finalize scope of work and suggest value engineering solutions
  • Award contracts and subcontractor selection
  • Construction scheduling
  • Project Management - including contract administration, work supervision, requisitions and funding administration
  • Project close-out

Energy Management

Utilities can be the largest expense in an asset manager's budget. Having a Certified Energy Manager on staff is a key advantage in increasingly deregulated energy markets.

Our Customized Energy Management Services Include:

- Purchasing and oversight of utility supply and delivery contracts
- Preparation of utility budgets and variance reports
- Oversight and maintenance of utility databases
- Utility monitoring mechanisms to provide feedback and help control utility expenses
- Utility sub-metering and/or RUBS billing program oversight
- Research, audits and payback analysis related to energy savings and/or conservation programs
- Contracting and oversight of the implementation of conservation programs
- Review of utility billings to insure accuracy, seeking credits related to incorrect billing as necessary

Learn About Gates Hudson's Sustainability Practice

Engineering Services

Gates Hudson Services employs mechanical engineering and specialty technicians who perform mechanical and plumbing services primarily to properties in the Gates Hudson apartment community portfolio as well as Gates Hudson Community Management's association portfolio. Services can be customized to meet specific property needs and include ongoing service and preventative maintenance programs.

These services include:

  • General Maintenance
  • Central Plant/Plumbing Repair
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • 24-Hour Emergency Service
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Service Contracts

Facilities Management

Improving the condition of a property, maintaining optimal performance and increasing the life expectancy of the physical building components are ways in which Gates Hudson Construction Services can aid in enhancing the value of your asset. Outlined below are several standard capital improvements and maintenance program services in which project management and oversight are provided.

Project Management for Capital Improvements:

  • Roof, window and siding replacement
  • Full or partial renovation of common area interiors and amenities
  • Full or modified in-unit renovation programs including kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and mechanical, electric and plumbing systems
  • Full or modified site work including concrete and asphalt improvements, landscaping, waterproofing/drainage, and storm water management
  • Regularly scheduled preventative maintenance programs and ongoing assessments and recommendations for property physical components

Done Well, Done Right

It doesn't take much for something not to be correct, not what you wanted, or worse, unsafe. Gates Hudson's team of Construction Service professionals sweat the small stuff to ensure their work meets or exceeds your expectations.

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