What people say about Burke Construction Group

Exceeding client expectations since 1984, Burke has earned multiple esteemed awards such as the NAIOP General Contracting Firm of the Year and AGC Contractor of the Year.

"Simply put, development is hard.  What makes it easier is that Burke Construction Group thinks like developers.  They are not building from a set of plans alone, they are solving for the risks that make this business complex.  That alone earns our loyalty and respect while distancing them from most every other contractor."

- Jim Stuart

"[Thad Lawrence and the entire project team] navigated multiple challenges: local utility companies, concurrent work by others on campus, and off-site revisions by the city. They maintained a positive attitude throughout the process and were focused on presenting solutions when we encountered problems. They also gracefully handled major changes requested by Nevada State University. Processing changes during construction is always a challenge, but the team kept the schedule on track while minimizing wasted effort. This project (Glenn and Ande Christenson School of Education) was constructed between 2019 through 2021, so most of the work was completed during the pandemic. Despite the sudden labor and supply chain disruptions, this team delivered the building under budget and met the original substantial completion deadline. Given my experience at the Christenson Education Building, I recommend Burke Construction Group as a valuable CMAR partner for future projects."

- Justus Pang, RA

"First and foremost, the best thing about working with Burke is their experience based knowledge and how they communicate that to the user. The team is very responsive, which is essential in our industry. Their quality of work is deeply appreciated. Burke can do everything from A to Z and knows how to avoid the problems that may arise. It is not easy to work through a construction process from start to finish, but Burke has proven to be excellent at this. A great business always starts at the top and Jim is excellent with tenants and users. Kevin is very professional and meticulous. You have to be that way to succeed in this industry, and Burke has."

- Brad Peterson, SIOR

"I have worked with many general contractors in my 30-years as a commercial real estate broker. Some are better than others of course but rarely do you come across a group like Burke Construction. They have a very unique approach to each project that gets my clients very comfortable with the design, pricing, entitlement and construction process. This approach works with my user as well as development clients and their special projects division always brings in the tenant improvement portion on time and under budget. I can’t say enough about their level of expertise!"

- Dan Doherty, SIOR

"Burke Construction is an excellent partner to work with on cost effective tilt-up construction. They are professional with positive attitudes, believe in teamwork and their leadership was invaluable to completing the Credit One Bank project."

- Lenny Chide

"The Burke team had a spirit of cooperation and collaboration when working with us on our project and was committed to meeting our critical completion schedule. The project superintendent created a team environment that actively engaged and solicited participation from all subcontractors, a culture that was essential in building a product that is unparalleled in the market. The project team used the necessary resources to complete the building on time while continuing to maintain our very high quality and execution standards. Overall, the team’s attention to the assembly of finishes was exceptional!"

- Kenneth Crews

"It is refreshing to be able to work with a contractor such as Burke Construction Group. Every member of the Burke team is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for the client. Burke Construction Group continually goes above and beyond to ensure projects are delivered in a professional manner, on time and on budget. I would not hesitate to recommend Burke Construction Group to any client looking to turn a vision into reality."

- Matt F. Burns, AIA

"Our first building in the UNLV Tech Park is a new experience for all of us. It is great to have a contractor who is on the ground, attentive, knowledgeable and always so helpful. The great work of the entire team, from the executives on, has validated that we made the right decision in choosing Burke. It has been a pleasure working with Thad. He is always there when you need him and very responsive. Working with Kevin has also been a delight. He has built an organization that reflects his character and values. Kevin frequently attends the project meetings. This has conveyed to us that our relationship and the success of the project matter to him. That kind of relationship with the owner is very meaningful to us."

- Mark L. Pace

"Primarily as an out of state developer, Gardner Group hired Burke Construction to begin a large development with the a local institution requiring a high level of preconstruction services, construction management and continued coordination. Burke’s commitment to the project has been invaluable with the constant ebbs and flows, starts and stops, while maintaining excellent cost control, schedule commitment and quality assurance. They have been a true partner on the project team!"

- Ryan Bevan

"Burke has been a fantastic partner for us on a number of projects. They have been an excellent resource for our clients and our design team during the conceptual phases of project development with real time constructability and cost feedback. It is also important to us that we partner with contractors who share our firm’s value system in developing long-term relationships with our clients. Burke has been an excellent teaming partner and shown the ability to make long-term beneficial decisions that lead to added value for our shared clients. We have been able to work with Burke in various markets throughout the country and have found that character and quality are, indeed, traits that travel well."

- Eric Roberts, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP

"As an Architect, it is nice to work side by side with a Contractor who has a shared passion for good architecture, undimmed commitment to their clients and skilled and knowledgeable craftsman.  This is what defines Burke Construction Group, LLC.  In this complex world of construction, you can count on Burke Construction to simplify the process and deliver great value to their Clients."

- John Sawdon, AIA, NCARB

"Burke Construction Group has been an incredible partner in helping us during the difficult components of our projects. The Burke team did a great job of communicating with us, our team and consultants as well as was always being proactive in identifying solutions. The team we have worked with is always conscientious and goes out of their way to make sure that they understand our needs, the different aspects of the project and the best approach. Burke has exceeded our expectations in the way they run their business and the team from top to bottom is why we have continued to use them on several projects. Burke Construction Group took the time to understand us as a client, which makes them stand out as a general contractor in our eyes."

- Matt Werner

"The Burke team exceeded all of our incredibly-high expectations – especially given our complex project and aggressive timeline. From the early engagement of all key stakeholders to the collaborative innovation and efficiency through all phases of design, fabrication and construction, our project was delivered on time and under budget. In addition to their safety procedures, they communicated proactively throughout the project, with comprehensive reports and updates. Teamwork is critical to any project - and from our very first meeting, it was clear that Burke was committed to getting everything right. They were uncompromising in their attention to detail and remained focused on quality, safety, budget and timeliness."

- Matt Root

"Urth Caffé in Las Vegas was our first out of state project and it was important to us that we found the right contractor for the job. We were very impressed with Burke and the very strong connection we had with the team, they were the most attentive team, followed up the most and gave us the most information up front. This was one of the fastest build outs of any of our branches and the Burke team worked very hard to stay within budget and schedule. Burke was the driving partner in cutting our budget, and from past experiences that’s rare with a contractor. Overall, we were so impressed with the quality of work from Burke that we hired them for another branch in Southern California. Kade Cole was the superintendent on both projects and has done great work, his tremendous attention to detail and his pride in working with Urth Caffé really makes it feel like we’re all one team. We have a strong relationship with Burke, we love them!"

- Shallom Berkman

"During 2023, Burke Special Projects led our Tennant Improvement project for our 183,000 square foot warehouse / office build out. I found the entire Burke team to be extremely talented and professional in their approach, and they were the driving force to getting our project done on time and on budget. One aspect of Burke that I was particularly impressed by was their clarity in communication and the efficiency of the way they ran meetings. This made my job easier. I would have no qualms in recommending Burke Special Projects for future projects."

- Steven Des Champs
  • "Simply put, development is hard.  What makes it easier is that Burke Construction Group thinks like developers.  They are not building from a set of plans alone, they are solving for the risks that make this business complex.  That alone earns our loyalty and respect while distancing them from most every other contractor."

    - Jim Stuart
  • "[Thad Lawrence and the entire project team] navigated multiple challenges: local utility companies, concurrent work by others on campus, and off-site revisions by the city. They maintained a positive attitude throughout the process and were focused on presenting solutions when we encountered problems. They also gracefully handled major changes requested by Nevada State University. Processing changes during construction is always a challenge, but the team kept the schedule on track while minimizing wasted effort. This project (Glenn and Ande Christenson School of Education) was constructed between 2019 through 2021, so most of the work was completed during the pandemic. Despite the sudden labor and supply chain disruptions, this team delivered the building under budget and met the original substantial completion deadline. Given my experience at the Christenson Education Building, I recommend Burke Construction Group as a valuable CMAR partner for future projects."

    - Justus Pang, RA
  • "First and foremost, the best thing about working with Burke is their experience based knowledge and how they communicate that to the user. The team is very responsive, which is essential in our industry. Their quality of work is deeply appreciated. Burke can do everything from A to Z and knows how to avoid the problems that may arise. It is not easy to work through a construction process from start to finish, but Burke has proven to be excellent at this. A great business always starts at the top and Jim is excellent with tenants and users. Kevin is very professional and meticulous. You have to be that way to succeed in this industry, and Burke has."

    - Brad Peterson, SIOR
  • "I have worked with many general contractors in my 30-years as a commercial real estate broker. Some are better than others of course but rarely do you come across a group like Burke Construction. They have a very unique approach to each project that gets my clients very comfortable with the design, pricing, entitlement and construction process. This approach works with my user as well as development clients and their special projects division always brings in the tenant improvement portion on time and under budget. I can’t say enough about their level of expertise!"

    - Dan Doherty, SIOR
  • "Burke Construction is an excellent partner to work with on cost effective tilt-up construction. They are professional with positive attitudes, believe in teamwork and their leadership was invaluable to completing the Credit One Bank project."

    - Lenny Chide
  • "The Burke team had a spirit of cooperation and collaboration when working with us on our project and was committed to meeting our critical completion schedule. The project superintendent created a team environment that actively engaged and solicited participation from all subcontractors, a culture that was essential in building a product that is unparalleled in the market. The project team used the necessary resources to complete the building on time while continuing to maintain our very high quality and execution standards. Overall, the team’s attention to the assembly of finishes was exceptional!"

    - Kenneth Crews
  • "It is refreshing to be able to work with a contractor such as Burke Construction Group. Every member of the Burke team is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for the client. Burke Construction Group continually goes above and beyond to ensure projects are delivered in a professional manner, on time and on budget. I would not hesitate to recommend Burke Construction Group to any client looking to turn a vision into reality."

    - Matt F. Burns, AIA
  • "Our first building in the UNLV Tech Park is a new experience for all of us. It is great to have a contractor who is on the ground, attentive, knowledgeable and always so helpful. The great work of the entire team, from the executives on, has validated that we made the right decision in choosing Burke. It has been a pleasure working with Thad. He is always there when you need him and very responsive. Working with Kevin has also been a delight. He has built an organization that reflects his character and values. Kevin frequently attends the project meetings. This has conveyed to us that our relationship and the success of the project matter to him. That kind of relationship with the owner is very meaningful to us."

    - Mark L. Pace
  • "Primarily as an out of state developer, Gardner Group hired Burke Construction to begin a large development with the a local institution requiring a high level of preconstruction services, construction management and continued coordination. Burke’s commitment to the project has been invaluable with the constant ebbs and flows, starts and stops, while maintaining excellent cost control, schedule commitment and quality assurance. They have been a true partner on the project team!"

    - Ryan Bevan
  • "Burke has been a fantastic partner for us on a number of projects. They have been an excellent resource for our clients and our design team during the conceptual phases of project development with real time constructability and cost feedback. It is also important to us that we partner with contractors who share our firm’s value system in developing long-term relationships with our clients. Burke has been an excellent teaming partner and shown the ability to make long-term beneficial decisions that lead to added value for our shared clients. We have been able to work with Burke in various markets throughout the country and have found that character and quality are, indeed, traits that travel well."

    - Eric Roberts, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP
  • "As an Architect, it is nice to work side by side with a Contractor who has a shared passion for good architecture, undimmed commitment to their clients and skilled and knowledgeable craftsman.  This is what defines Burke Construction Group, LLC.  In this complex world of construction, you can count on Burke Construction to simplify the process and deliver great value to their Clients."

    - John Sawdon, AIA, NCARB
  • "Burke Construction Group has been an incredible partner in helping us during the difficult components of our projects. The Burke team did a great job of communicating with us, our team and consultants as well as was always being proactive in identifying solutions. The team we have worked with is always conscientious and goes out of their way to make sure that they understand our needs, the different aspects of the project and the best approach. Burke has exceeded our expectations in the way they run their business and the team from top to bottom is why we have continued to use them on several projects. Burke Construction Group took the time to understand us as a client, which makes them stand out as a general contractor in our eyes."

    - Matt Werner
  • "The Burke team exceeded all of our incredibly-high expectations – especially given our complex project and aggressive timeline. From the early engagement of all key stakeholders to the collaborative innovation and efficiency through all phases of design, fabrication and construction, our project was delivered on time and under budget. In addition to their safety procedures, they communicated proactively throughout the project, with comprehensive reports and updates. Teamwork is critical to any project - and from our very first meeting, it was clear that Burke was committed to getting everything right. They were uncompromising in their attention to detail and remained focused on quality, safety, budget and timeliness."

    - Matt Root
  • "Urth Caffé in Las Vegas was our first out of state project and it was important to us that we found the right contractor for the job. We were very impressed with Burke and the very strong connection we had with the team, they were the most attentive team, followed up the most and gave us the most information up front. This was one of the fastest build outs of any of our branches and the Burke team worked very hard to stay within budget and schedule. Burke was the driving partner in cutting our budget, and from past experiences that’s rare with a contractor. Overall, we were so impressed with the quality of work from Burke that we hired them for another branch in Southern California. Kade Cole was the superintendent on both projects and has done great work, his tremendous attention to detail and his pride in working with Urth Caffé really makes it feel like we’re all one team. We have a strong relationship with Burke, we love them!"

    - Shallom Berkman
  • "During 2023, Burke Special Projects led our Tennant Improvement project for our 183,000 square foot warehouse / office build out. I found the entire Burke team to be extremely talented and professional in their approach, and they were the driving force to getting our project done on time and on budget. One aspect of Burke that I was particularly impressed by was their clarity in communication and the efficiency of the way they ran meetings. This made my job easier. I would have no qualms in recommending Burke Special Projects for future projects."

    - Steven Des Champs