RED Awards

RIGHT MAN, RIGHT TIME

Larry Pobuda’s leadership allowed The Opus Group to thrive in chaotic 2020

By STEVE BURKS

It was a year that tested even the strongest companies, and many faltered in 2020 as the world was beset by a global pandemic that affected virtually all parts of life. There were clearly many hardships throughout the country, but 2020 also demonstrated the value of solid, competent leadership and how opportunities can arise out of a chaotic year.

In Phoenix, the pandemic halted the commercial real estate industry for a very short time, and the industry rebounded in a big way to complete some remarkable projects, as shown by the more than 100 project nominations that AZRE Magazine received this year for the annual RED Awards.

“The month of March really caused us to reboot and refocus and think through exactly how we were going to proceed,” says Larry Pobuda, executive vice president for The Opus Group and the man that oversees the Western Region for the firm. “Our mantra became ‘safety, focus, accelerate.’”

Pobuda was the perfect leader during this time of crises. With more than 30 years of commercial real estate experience, Pobuda has been through many up and down cycles, but nothing quite like what his company faced in 2020. For Pobuda, who says he has been the beneficiary of some outstanding mentors during his career, that experience and those advisers helped prepare him for this new challenge.

“I really felt that this was my time to do a lot of mentoring of the younger people on my team,” Pobuda says.

Pobuda joined The Opus Group after working his way up through the commercial real estate world, beginning in the Midwest. He started as a marketing principal for Trammell Crow Company, before moving to United Properties, where he became a senior vice president. From there, Pobuda served as a principal for the Stewart Lawrence Group and then became a senior vice president for Transwestern in their Phoenix office. In 2014, Pobuda joined The Opus Group as a senior vice president; he was promoted to executive vice president in 2018, the role he holds today.

One of the first things Pobuda did at the onset of the pandemic, as everyone went home and began working remotely, was create what he called his “Daily Musings.” These emails would come at the end of the day and feature a project update, a life lesson or just a story that Pobuda would share with his team members who were scattered about and unsure of how long they would be working away from the office.

“When we were first sent home, I thought it was going to be a two-to-three week deal. That’s how naive I was,” Pobuda recalls. “These daily musing became almost a bit of medicine, especially for our young people who looked forward to hearing my perspective on what was going on, either on a deal or a negotiation, or a reminder of something that I had experienced earlier in my life.

“The musings proved to be a nice sharing of stories and provided confidence that we are going to get through this, we are going to get to the other side. They were therapeutic to me — like writing in a journal about what was happening and to recap the events.”

Pobuda’s “Daily Musings” came Monday through Thursday for 10 consecutive weeks during the first few months of the pandemic. On Fridays, Pobuda would gather his team, all 45 associates, for a Zoom meeting that he dubbed the Western Roundup. On these calls, Pobuda and his team would share concerns, successes and stories that kept them connected.

My goal was to keep you informed, keep you connected, add perspective, and at times, add a bit of humor. You all know that I am a fan of Bill George, the former CEO of Medtronic and the author of “Authentic Leadership.” In his book, George describes the importance of finding your “true north” … your authentic voice. Your authentic voice is sometimes upbeat and sometimes somber. It is at times focused and at times irreverent. Most importantly, your authentic voice is intended to be a genuine reflection of exactly how you are feeling. And so, at the end of each day, that's exactly what you got as I arrived home, sat at my kitchen counter, and pounded out my thoughts of the day. — Larry Pobuda

“The Roundup was just to stay in front of each other, keep everyone engaged and allay fears that people were having,” Pobuda says. “Different people experience different things. Some, who were midcareer with young families, remembered the great financial crises from 2008 to 2012, and some of them had endured real change and real hardship. It caused real concerns for a number of members of our team.”

The Opus Group mantra — safety, focus, accelerate — went into effect quickly when it became clear that the pandemic was going to last for a while.

Employee safety was the first and biggest priority, and Pobuda wanted to make sure that his team was working in environments that were safe.

Second, in a time of upheaval in everyone’s daily life, focus was crucial.

“This wasn’t a time to get distracted with speculation and trying to anticipate what was coming,” Pobuda said. “It really was a meaningless exercise in the sense that none of us, even at my age, had lived through a pandemic. Trying to read in the tea leaves what might be coming felt more of a waste of time as opposed to focusing on what was immediately in front of us.

“Through that focus, we knew we had some really good business opportunities that were now facing a whole other set of challenges.”

According to Pobuda, those challenges included land sellers who were unsure of the value of their properties and fluctuating construction prices as the companies maneuvered through their own issues. Pobuda notes that the natural reaction to what was happening was “just wake me up when this is over,” but he knew that wasn’t the best way forward.

“We wanted to adopt the opposite approach, which was ‘let’s accelerate through this. Let’s push; let’s keep making progress through this,’” Pobuda remarks. “We wanted to make sure we were advancing these opportunities, continuing to make good progress and really capitalizing at a time of wild uncertainty.”

The Opus Group thrived during 2020, delivering 1.2 million square feet of industrial space in the Phoenix market, as well as a major multifamily project, Paradise at P83 Apartments in Peoria. Two of the industrial projects, Goodyear Airport Industrial and Longbow Gateway One, are RED Award finalists. Also in 2020, Opus broke ground on an additional pair of major industrial projects, the 720,000-square-foot speculative Fairway 10 development in Goodyear and the 275,000-square-foot Goodyear Airport 85 spec building.

“During the groundbreaking ceremony for the Fairway 10 project, I made the comment that back in April and May (of 2020) when our deal was getting done, there were far more questions than answers, and that’s what we were faced with,” Pobuda reflects. “But that project groundbreaking was the culmination of good people really working together, putting their heads down and making things happen in such a wildly uncertain time.”

Pat Tillman Middle School Rebuild

Valley View Leadership Academy

OWNER: Balsz School District GENERAL CONTRACTOR: McCarthy Building Companies PROJECT MANAGER: McCarthy Building Companies ARCHITECT: DLR Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Pete King Construction; Hawkeye Electric; Procon Professional Concrete; Irontree Construction; Progressive Roofing VALUE: $17.1 million SIZE: 70,000 SF LOCATION: 4309 E. Belleview St., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: May 2019/Oct. 2020

The design and contracting teams worked closely with the school to ensure that disruption was minimized and potential constraints leveraged into incredible opportunities. One such challenge: Because the school was operational during construction, building on a tight footprint presented an opportunity to design the media center on the second floor, which offers incredible views to South Mountain. OWNER: Roosevelt Elementary School District GENERAL CONTRACTOR: CORE Construction ARCHITECT: Orcutt | Winslow SUBCONTRACTORS: Sun Valley Masonry; RKS Plumbing & Mechanical; Pete King Construction Company; LR Cowan Concrete; Amber Steel VALUE: $13,697,360 SIZE: 56,420 SF LOCATION: 8220 S. 7th Ave., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Sept. 2018/Jan. 2020

West Point High School

This high school is the newest addition to Tolleson Union High School District. In addition to classrooms and administrative spaces, this state-of-the-art building includes a two-story innovation center, modern flexible learning spaces, a performing arts center, and an artificial turf football stadium with a running track and grandstands for 4,000 fans. Baseball and softball fields and extensive site improvements were also included in the project. OWNER: Tolleson Union High School District GENERAL CONTRACTOR: CHASSE Building Team ARCHITECT: ADM Group VALUE: $108 million SIZE: 311,000 SF LOCATION: 11620 W. Encanto Blvd., Avondale START/COMPLETION: Aug. 2019/May 2020 McCarthy began construction in May 2019, demolishing five structures and renovating an existing space to house the administration building. It is important that Pat Tillman Middle School be a beacon for its students and its diverse community. Students played an integral role in the campus design, which celebrates this incredible diversity through a large sign in the lobby that exclaims “welcome.” Each letter is made up of smaller words of salutation in the 39 languages spoken by the school’s community.

A Culture Built on Trust.

Arizona State University Health Futures Center

The Health Futures Center is a three-story, ground-up medical learning facility built by DPR Construction for Arizona State University in partnership with Mayo Clinic. This collaborative center offers a new and innovative model for the future of healthcare professionals in which students are taught to treat patients through a whole-health model of mind, body and spirit. OWNER: Arizona State University GENERAL CONTRACTOR: DPR Construction PROJECT MANAGER: DPR Construction ARCHITECTS: DFDG Architecture and CO Architects SUBCONTRATORS: DPR Construction; Cannon and Wendt; Harris Mechanical; Suntec Concrete; Mercatus Lab Vendor VALUE: $80 million SIZE: 150,000 SF LOCATION: 5777 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2019/Oct. 2020

Arizona State University Lantana Hall

This innovative student housing and hub for student collaboration adds to the growing Polytechnic Campus. Lantana Hall has 179 sleeping units and includes shared amenity spaces, a BBQ courtyard area and a multiuse outdoor amphitheater. The project received the highest honor of LEED Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for energy efficiency and sustainable features. OWNER: Arizona State University DEVELOPER: Capstone Development Partners GENERAL CONTRACTOR: CORE Construction ARCHITECT: Shepley Bulfinch SUBCONTRACTORS: Sun Valley Concrete; Hilty’s Electrical Contracting; Pete King Construction Company; JFN Mechanical Contracting; Integrated Structural Concepts LENDER: Harrison Street Real Estate Capital VALUE: $28.7 million SIZE: 113,821 SF LOCATION: 5885 S. Twining, Mesa START/COMPLETION: June 2019/Aug. 2020

The University of Arizona Health Sciences Innovation Building

This nine-story building serves as a cutting-edge platform to build and foster collaborations among interdisciplinary teams of health professionals, students, faculty and researchers in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and public health. Key features include a 1,000-person-capacity forum for special events that can be opened to the outdoors, 13 wet and dry research laboratory spaces, 57 classrooms/instruction halls, and “flipped classrooms” that accommodate 150 students for interactive learning OWNER: University of Arizona GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Kitchell ARCHITECT: CO Architects with Swaim Associates SUBCONTRACTORS: Baker Concrete; ISEC; Schuff Steel; Sun Mechanical; TP Acoustics VALUE: $131 million SIZE: 226,000 SF LOCATION: 1670 E. Drachman St., Tucson START/COMPLETION: June 2016/ May 2019

Banner Ocotillo Medical Center

This state-of-the-art facility provides a much-needed local community boost to in-patient bed demand. The rapid design and construction schedule tell an amazing story of innovation, collaboration, integration and expertise among the project team, SmithGroup, Okland Construction and Banner Health. Additionally, the design excellence executed on this facility echoes the highest quality patient care delivered by Banner Health. OWNER: Banner Health GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Okland Construction PROJECT MANAGER: SmithGroup ARCHITECT: SmithGroup SUBCONTRACTORS: Jensen Hughes; A2O Food Service; PK Associates; Dibble Engineering; Spectrum Irrigation VALUE: $150 million SIZE: 245,000 SF LOCATION: 1405 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2018/Oct. 2020

HonorHealth Sonoran Medical Center

One of the more unique aspects of the project was its Integrated Project Delivery. From the onset of the preconstruction process, HonorHealth, CBRE, Devenney, McCarthy, LSW and key trade partners co-located to create a true “one team” environment. This early integration allowed the team to quickly review many different design ideas and options to ultimately land on the best solution for the owner. The facility offers 70 patient beds, a full diagnostic and treatment suite, and an outpatient surgery center. OWNER: HonorHealth GENERAL CONTRACTOR: McCarthy Building Companies PROJECT MANAGER: McCarthy Building Companies ARCHITECT: Devenney Group SUBCONTRACTORS: WD Manor; Delta Electric; Schuff Steel; AROK; Western Millwork VALUE: $95 million SIZE: 154,000 SF LOCATION: 19829 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2019/July 2020

Mercy Medical Commons II

This project has been a market maker in several ways. Located at a high visibility corner across the street from the 300 bed Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, the development set the highest land comparable in the trade area at the time of site acquisition, and this property is now commanding the highest lease rates for medical office space in the submarket. OWNER: MedProperties Group DEVELOPER: MedProperties Group GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Balfour Beatty PROJECT MANAGER: MedProperties Group ARCHITECT: Ware Malcomb SUBCONTRACTORS: Carlson Glass; Division 3 Structures; Hawkeye Electric; RKS Plumbing; ACE Asphalt BROKERAGE: Colliers International in Arizona SIZE: 62,000 SF LOCATION: 3591 S. Mercy Rd., Gilbert START/COMPLETION: April 2019/ June 2020

Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

The Hilton Canopy Tempe is a cohesive taste of Arizona. The hotel offers touches of the local city scene, the surrounding natural desert and elements of regional history throughout. The exterior facade stands out, while the interior immerses the guest experience into the natural desert, resulting in a blending of both worlds that educates and inspires the hotel’s guests. OWNER: Driftwood Capital GENERAL CONTRACTOR: SUNDT Construction PROJECT MANAGER: SUNDT Construction ARCHITECT: Allen + Philp Partners SUBCONTRACTORS: SUNDT Concrete; TD Industries; Wilson Electric; MKB Construction; Western Millwork VALUE: $65,304,000 SIZE: 172,972 SF LOCATION: 108 E. University Dr., Tempe START/COMPLETION: July 2018/March 2020

Hyatt Place Hyatt House Tempe Downtown

Developed and built by Mortenson and designed by PK Architects, the eight-story hotel provides the more than four million annual Tempe visitors with a new place to stay, gather and enjoy city life within close proximity to sporting venues, retail and dining. Carrying the name of two Hyatt brands, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House, this hotel offers 259 room in two styles: 154 Hyatt Place rooms and 105 Hyatt House rooms. OWNER: Apple Hospitality REIT DEVELOPER: Mortenson MDI GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Mortenson PROJECT MANAGER: Mortenson ARCHITECT: PK Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: Specified Electrical Contractors; Hayes Mechanical; Suntec Concrete; Valiant Products Corporation; Pueblo Mechanical & Controls VALUE: $64.6 million SIZE: 156,611 SF LOCATION: 601 E. 6th St., Tempe START/COMPLETION: Feb. 2019/ Aug. 2020

We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort

The new casino expansion 30 miles east of Phoenix raises the bar for gaming choices in the region. The development, which replaced the Fort McDowell Casino, provides a state-of-the-art gaming experience and expands the amenities offered. The new casino features an elegant entertainment experience, combining natural colors with tribal theming and finishes in a composition that is distinctly modern. OWNER: Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Kitchell PROJECT MANAGER: Fort McDowell Gaming Enterprise ARCHITECT: Thalden Boyd Emery Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: Desert Mountain Tile & Marble; E&K; ISEC; Sun Valley Masonry; Wilson Electric VALUE: $114 million SIZE: 210,000 SF LOCATION: 10438 Wekopa Way, Scottsdale START/COMPLETION: July 2018/Sept. 2020

Amazon Fulfillment Center

The fulfillment center includes 2.3 million square feet of finished floor space with four mezzanines containing products, which are picked by employees, moved along a system of conveyors, and then packaged and prepared for shipping. The fulfillment center also features an elevated processing level and office space. The building is equipped with conveying systems, automatic sorting capabilities and advanced robotics. OWNER: Prologis SUBCONTRACTORS: Suntec Concrete; DEVELOPER: Prologis Shambaugh and Son Fire Protection; Schuff GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Layton Steel; Ricor,; Gaylor Electric Construction SIZE: 2.3 million SF PROJECT MANAGER: Layton LOCATION: 580 S. 143rd Ave., Goodyear Construction START/COMPLETION: Nov. 2019/Nov. 2020 ARCHITECT: HPA Architects

Chandler Airport Commerce Park

Phase one of this project includes three buildings totaling 337,840 square feet. Phase two consists of 201,400 square feet, bringing the total project square footage completed in 2020 to 539,240 square feet. The project offers secure concrete loading courts and high-quality design aesthetics, and the buildings provide a very efficient layout that effortlessly accommodates tenants. OWNER: Ryan Companies US DEVELOPER: Ryan Companies US GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Ryan Companies US PROJECT MANAGER: Ryan Companies US ARCHITECTS: Ware Malcomb, Ryan Companies US, SUBCONTRACTORS: Wilson Electric; West Coast Partitions; Riggs Companies; Olympic Fire Protection; Ace Asphalt BROKERAGE FIRMS: Lee & Associates of Arizona; JLL SIZE: 539,210 SF LOCATION: McQueen Rd. & Queen Creek Rd., Chandler START/COMPLETION: Q2 2019/Q4 2020

Park303 Phase I

Designed at a time of historic demand for West Valley industrial space, Park303 Phase I was one of the first buildings in the Valley to offer two separate — or one single — building footprints. With this in mind, Phase I was developed as two individual buildings comprising 705,531 square feet and 488,995 square feet. OWNER: Lincoln Property Company Contracting; Apache Pipeline. with Goldman Sachs BROKERAGE FIRM: Lincoln Property DEVELOPER: Lincoln Property Company Company VALUE: $120 million GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Willmeng SIZE: 1.25 million SF Construction LOCATION: East side of Loop 303 ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group between Bethany Home Rd. and SUNCONTRACTORS: Hunter Glendale Ave., Litchfield Park Engineering; Suntec Concrete; START/COMPLETION: March 2020/ Reynolds Electric; Scotts Diversified Dec. 2020

PV 303 West II/MLILY

An experienced developer (Merit Partners), an award-winning architect (Butler Design Group) and a four-decades-old general contract leader (StevensLeinweber Construction) combined — in the course of less than ten months — to construct the PV 303/ West II shell building and accomplish a fast-track, 643,798-square-foot tenant improvement. OWNER: First Industrial Realty Trust DEVELOPER: Merit Partners GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Stevens-Leinweber Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Stevens-Leinweber Construction ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Suntec Concrete; Panelized Structures; Olympic West Fire Protection; Gunsight; TCK Air Conditioning and Heating BROKERAGE FIRMS: CBRE and Colliers International in Arizona VALUE: $31,404,000 SIZE: 643,798 SF LOCATION: 3550 N. Cotton Ln., Goodyear START/COMPLETION: March 2020/Dec. 2020

The Hub

A clean, modern aesthetic was the intent for the overall design, which brings a fresh, cutting-edge approach to common tilt panel concrete construction. Each entry is wrapped in storefront glass that conveys natural daylight into the spaces. The facility includes both recessed truck docks and grade-level loading docks. OWNER: Clarius Partners DEVELOPER: Creation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: LGE Design Build PROJECT MANAGER: LGE Design Build ARCHITECT: LGE Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Desert Structure; Suntec Concrete; North Star Pipelines; Arc Steel, Speciality Roofing. BROKERAGE FIRM: JLL VALUE: $59 million SIZE: 793,000 SF LOCATION: 305 S. Bullard Ave., Goodyear START/COMPLETION: Q2 2019/Q2 2020

Goodyear Airport Industrial

The building consists of 36 foot clear height, 100% concrete fully secured truck courts, a full row of excess trailer parking on both sides of the building, 73 dock doors and four drive-in-doors. Architecturally, the structure showcases a unique design with its form liner covering on the front and standard concrete tilt with form liner squares to give an enhanced architectural aesthetic in the back. OWNER: The Opus Group DEVELOPER: Opus Development Company GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Opus Design Build PROJECT MANAGER: Opus Design Build ARCHITECT: Opus Architecture & Engineering BROKERAGE FIRM: CBRE SIZE: 450,619 SF LOCATION: 2250 S. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2020/Dec. 2020

Park Aldea

The Park Aldea buildings are each able to house multiple tenants, if required, while also being big enough to meet the needs of a larger business that requires maximum square footage. The complex sits on more than 30 acres, and each building has a large dockhigh truck court on one side that allows for multiple semitrailers to utilize the area at any given time. OWNER: Trammel Crow Company DEVELOPER: Trammel Crow Company GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Haydon Building Corp PROJECT MANAGER: Haydon Building Corp ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Precision Glass; IKON Steel; Suntec Concrete; Panelized Structures, Inc.; Progressive Roofing VALUE: $17.8 million SIZE: 356,000 SF LOCATION: 10100, 10150, 10200, 10250 W. Montebello Ave., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Sept. 2019/June 2020

VB|143

VB|143 is the first spec industrial development to deploy airborne and contact pathogen mitigation. The technology installed includes a sophisticated filtration system with rooftop mounted office AC air-handling units that mitigates viral and bacterial airborne pathogens. Additionally, UV-based lighting systems eliminate surface contaminants on desktops, cabinets and other surfaces, including washrooms. The same systems integrated in warehouse areas. OWNER: Baker Development Corporation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Layton Construction ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Riggs Contracting; Diversified Roofing Corporation; IKON Steel; Olympic West Fire Protection; Desert Structures BROKERAGE FIRM: JLL VALUE: $15.5 million SIZE: 326,000 SF LOCATION: 215-224 N. 143rd Ave., Goodyear START/COMPLETION: Sept. 2019/April 2020

Laser Components

The project is the home of Laser Component’s Southwest US office, research and production facility. It incorporates complex gas, liquid chemical, electrical and air systems that are critical to the delicate processes of the company’s business. The building greets Nevada Street with a remarkable display of glass, solar-conscious metalwork and a smooth, light application of vertical spans of masonry with contrasting dark punctuation. OWNER: Laser Components GENERAL CONTRACTOR: LGE Design Build PROJECT MANAGER: LGE Design Build ARCHITECT: LGE Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Stoll Masonry,; Milam Glass Co.; Sonora Drywall; TCK Air Conditioning & Heating; Phoenix Commercial Electric VALUE: $5 million SIZE: 21,000 SF LOCATION: 2277 N. Nevada St., Chandler START/COMPLETION: Q1 2019/Q3 2020

Longbow Gateway One

Architecturally, the building is compatible with the Longbow Business Park and Golf Course CC&Rs and design standards. It features thoughtful enhancements, including form liner around the glass entries, Corten steel accents throughout in the form of fencing and other metal features, and an abundance of beautiful desert landscaping. OWNER: The Opus Group DEVELOPER: Opus Development Company GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Okland Construction Company PROJECT MANAGER: Okland Construction Company ARCHITECTS: Opus Architecture & Engineering (core shell) and Ware Malcomb (TI buildout) BROKERAGE FIRMS: JLL; KBC Capital Advisors; CBRE SIZE: 147,435 SF LOCATION: 3115 N. Higley Rd., Mesa START/COMPLETION: March 2018/Nov. 2020

SkyBridge 106 & 107

The project features amenities that attract tenants, including but not limited to air cargo, e-commerce, manufacturing and aviation and defense specialists. Because Lots 106 and 107 are runway-facing or runway-adjacent, development also required above-and-beyond coordination with national and international entities, such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Federal Aviation Administration and Mexico’s Administracion General de Aduana. OWNER: SkyBridge Arizona GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Graycor Construction Company PROJECT MANAGER: Graycor Construction Company ARCHITECT: ADM Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Hilgart Wilson Engineering; SECON; Markade; Hardrock; Sonoran Drywall. BROKERAGE FIRM: CBRE VALUE: $14 million SIZE: 124,288 SF LOCATION: 7852 E. Velocity Way, 6341 S. Downwind Circle, Mesa START/COMPLETION: Oct. 2019/Dec. 2020

7180 Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland presides over a lushly landscaped oasis, offering acres of verdant courtyards, a sparkling water feature at its base and a spectacular rooftop Sky Deck at its apex. Spacious private terraces accentuate the tower’s distinctive architecture on all sides, replete with the newest evolution of the signature Optima vertical landscape system. Between the dramatic backdrop of the desert mountains just beyond the doors and the vibrant plant life providing natural privacy, the boundary between indoors and out is blissfully blurred. OWNER: Optima DEVELOPER: Optima GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Optima ARCHITECT: Optima BROKERAGE FIRM: Optima Realty VALUE: $500 million SIZE: 2.8 million SF LOCATION: 7180 E. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale START/COMPLETION: 2018/Aug. 2020

RendezVous Urban Flats

This noteworthy revitalization project provides desirable rental urban flat units in the heart of Tucson. It is lauded by local Tucsonans for transforming an undeveloped office building site into the RendezVous plaza that merges residential, retail and office uses into a functional pedestrian space. OWNER: 1SC Partners DEVELOPER: Aerie Development GENERAL CONTRACTOR: UEB (Katerra) PROJECT MANAGER: UEB (Katerra) ARCHITECT: DAVIS SUBCONTRACTORS: Ceco Concrete Construction; Mirage Plastering; Interior Logic Group; Glass Unlimited; MDC Studio BROKERAGE FIRM: Aerie Development VALUE: $27 million SIZE: 129,994 SF LOCATION: 20 S. Stone Ave., Tucson START/COMPLETION: June 2018/June 2020

The Premiere at Eastmark

Route 2 Builders brings a muchneeded multifamily element to one of the fastest growing master-planned communities in the Southwest. The project design is completely unique and like nothing that the Phoenix area has ever seen. Owner Andrew Olson designed this place on a bar napkin and then brought it to life. This project has so much life to it and will only continue growing. OWNER: Route 2 Builders DEVELOPER: PCS Development GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Route 2 Builders PROJECT MANAGER: Route 2 Builders ARCHITECT: Route 2 Builders SUBCONTRACTORS: JFN Plumbing; RT Brown Mechanical; RED Concrete; JR McDade; DBR Drywall VALUE: $60 million SIZE: 230,000 SF LOCATION: 9410 E. Ray Rd., Mesa START/COMPLETION: Aug. 2019/Dec. 2020

777 Tower at Novus Innovation Corridor

A highly creative and technologically advanced space, 777 Tower is sure to enhance the experiences of tenants, retailers, visitors, and ASU employees and students alike through its highquality, sustainable aesthetic. As a LEED GOLD-designated project, with plans to also earn the Energy Star certification, the sustainable features reduce power and water consumption, increase occupant comfort and reduce operating costs. OWNER: University Realty DEVELOPER: Ryan Companies US GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Ryan Companies US PROJECT MANAGER: Ryan Companies US ARCHITECT: DAVIS SUBCONTRACTORS: Suntec Concrete; Gen3 Architectural Wall Systems; SunTech Glass; The Berg Group; Specified Electrical Contractors; RKS Plumbing & Mechanical; HACI Mechanical BROKERAGE FIRM: JLL SIZE: 173,000 SF LOCATION: 777 S. Novus Pl., Tempe START/COMPLETION: April 2018/June 2020

Innovation, Discovery, Education, and Arts Campus

Phase one of the development consists of a six-story office building and a separate 1,270-stall free-standing parking garage. The architectural expression of the initial building sets the tone for future development conveying the high-tech character of the technology and biomedical research occurring within. The design team was able to achieve Class A office space with a unique design of ribbon windows mixed with small amounts of curtain wall and metal cladding. OWNER: The Boyer Company DEVELOPER: The Boyer Company GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Okland Construction PROJECT MANAGER: SmithGroup ARCHITECT: SmithGroup SUBCONTRACTORS: PK Associates; Dibble Engineering; Kovach VALUE: $125 million SIZE: 180,000 SF LOCATION: 850 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe START/COMPLETION: Oct. 2015/March 2020

Rio 2100 East

This Class A building features glass curtain wall systems, metal panels and masonry along its exterior facades, and boasts panoramic views of the Valley. Building entries and dynamic two-story entry lobbies showcase stone floors, a glass-railed open central staircase and dramatic lighting. OWNER: The Boyer Company DEVELOPER: The Boyer Company GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Wespac Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Wespac Construction ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Saguaro Steel; Walters and Wolf; Integrated Masonry; Coreslab; Flynn Companies BROKERAGE FIRM: The Boyer Company VALUE: $29,843,157 SIZE: 174,000 SF LOCATION: 58 S. River Dr., Tempe START/COMPLETION: Q3 2018/Q2 2020

Lincoln Union

The project is an adaptive reuse of a vacant warehouse that has been transformed into a creative office space. The original windowless structure was 62,000 square feet, but we utilized the high bay volume of the existing facility to add in a new mezzanine to boost the total square footage to 93,500 square feet. A common tenant concourse was added to the spine of the building, connecting the two floors. OWNER: SmithGroup DEVELOPER: Montana Capital Partners GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Okland Construction PROJECT MANAGER: SmithGroup ARCHITECT: SmithGroup SUBCONTRACTORS: Dibble Engineering; Rouser Concrete; True Metal Solutions; Amber Steel Fabrication BROKERAGE FIRM: CBRE VALUE: $8.4 million SIZE: 93,000 SF LOCATION: 475 E. Lincoln, Phoenix START/COMPLETION: April 2018-Jan. 2020

Chandler Corporate Center Phase II

Chandler Corporate Center II features a large outdoor amenity area; a two-story glass entrance with stone and wood accents; soaring 14-foot ceiling heights with floor-to-ceiling glass; premier finishes; COVID-related enhancements, such as automatic doors at entries and fully touchless restrooms; and a high 6-to-1,000 parking ratio. OWNER: VanTrust Real Estate DEVELOPER: VanTrust Real Estate GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Stevens-Leinweber Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Stevens-Leinweber Construction ARCHITECT: Butler Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: SDC, Inc.; Riggs Companies; Bell Steel; CDS Framing; McKinney Glass BROKERAGE FIRM: Colliers International in Arizona VALUE: $25.6 million SIZE: 118,000 SF LOCATION: 4100 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2020/Sept. 2020

The Collab

The Collab is another exciting addition to the thriving Heritage District in downtown Gilbert and LGE’s ever-growing mixed-use portfolio. The building features three floors of office space totaling 31,282 square feet as well as 9,277 square feet of ground-floor retail space. Its design, colors and materials complement the surrounding Heritage District. OWNER: Creation DEVELOPER: Creation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: LGE Design Build PROJECT MANAGER: LGE Design Build ARCHITECT: LGE Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Riggs Companies; Arc Steel; Milam Glass; Tri-Mega Mechanical; Sonoran Drywall BROKERAGE FIRM: Cushman & Wakefield; OX Urban Properties VALUE: $6.3 million SIZE: 40,559 SF LOCATION: 325 N. Ash St., Gilbert START/COMPLETION: Q1 2019/Q1 2020

Carvana HQ3

Utilizing a Scandinavian palette of clean white with pine accents, the design establishes a unique and welcoming space for Carvana staff to feel at home while at work. Design elements were created by incorporating off-the-shelf components into fully custom builds, such as the floating storefront conference room walls and hidden-pivot pine doors. Existing warehouse space was transformed into high-ceiling open offices, free-standing conference rooms and an indoor basketball court. OWNER: Carvana GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Wespac Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Wespac Construction ARCHITECT: RSP Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: Arizona Hardwood; Castaldi Custom Millwork; Wilson Electric; Sierra Glass; Door Works VALUE: $5,452,620 SIZE: 50,374 SF LOCATION: 1305 W. First St., Tempe START/COMPLETION: April 2019/Jan. 2020

DoorDash

The design aesthetic reflects DoorDash’s brand and culture with a focus on natural materials, such as polished concrete floors in common areas, exposed concrete columns and wood ceiling details that pay homage to the streets and avenues of the Phoenix neighborhoods where Dashers work tirelessly to deliver exceptional food to hungry customers. Portions of the exposed ceilings are visible throughout the space with floating ceiling clouds to help control acoustics. OWNER: DoorDash DEVELOPER: Lincoln Property Services GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Holder Construction ARCHITECT: McCarthy Nordburg SUBCONTRACTORS: Energy Systems Designs; Workplace Resource Denver; Arizona Restaurant Supply; Airpark Signs BROKERAGE FIRM: Cushman and Wakefield VALUE: $7.2 million SIZE: 79,884 SF LOCATION: 1033 W. Roosevelt Way, Tempe START/COMPLETION: May 2019/May 2020

Heard - Novel Coworking

The historic Heard Building was given new life starting in 2018 when Novel Coworking purchased the structure and began a renovation that restored the exterior and interiors to their former glory. The building was re-imagined into an upbeat office space for a co-working strategy that promotes flexibility, mobility and productivity through “SmartSuites” that are tech-enabled for paperless work environments. OWNER: Novel Coworking GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Princeton Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Princeton Construction ARCHITECT: Krause Architecture + Interiors SUBCONTRACTORS: ASEI Engineering; Aspen Construction; Beat Logical Solution Mechanical; Compton Plumbing; Hammerhead Electric & Technology SIZE: 65,346 SF LOCATION: The Heard Building, 112 N. Central Ave., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: May 2019/ April 2020

Eloy City Hall

SmithGroup engaged with the mayor, council, city leadership, staff and members of the community to ensure that the design process was inclusive and the project would reflect the values of all users and constituents. Through a series of workshops and surveys, we gained a better understanding of Eloy. Together, the team created a facility that reflects and honors the city's cultural diversity and history. OWNER: City of Eloy GENERAL CONTRACTOR: CORE Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Abacus Project Management ARCHITECT: SmithGroup SUBCONTRACTORS: Caruso Turley Scott Structural Engineers; EPS Group; Speedie and Associates; The Sextant Group VALUE: $8.5 million SIZE: 17,800 SF LOCATION: 595 C St., Eloy START/COMPLETION: Feb. 2017/ Jan. 2020

Greenfield Water Reclamation Plant Phase III Expansion

This facility can now treat up to 30 million gallons per day of liquids and 38 million gallons per day of solids on an annual average flow basis. The project scope required more than 249,000 cubic yards of excavation and 92,100 cubic yards of backfill. The City of Mesa and Towns of Gilbert and Queen Creek jointly own the treatment plant, while the City of Mesa maintains and operates the plant. OWNER: City of Mesa GENERAL CONTRACTOR: McCarthy Building Companies PROJECT MANAGER: McCarthy Building Companies ARCHITECT: Carollo Engineers SUBCONTRACTORS: Pipeline Video Inspection; Matrix Service; Prime Controls; Harris/Arizona Rebar; Progressive Services VALUE: $170.7 million LOCATION: 4400 S. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert START/COMPLETION: Nov. 2017/Nov. 2020

PHX Sky Train Maintenance Storage Facility

An addition to the existing facility, this new complex includes two light maintenance bays and one medium bay with pits, elevated platforms for the maintenance bays, office space for technician managers, a heavy storage area and a workshop. To support the added fleet, 5,800 lineal feet of additional guidebeam and running surface was installed throughout the yard. OWNER: City of Phoenix DEVELOPER: Bombardier Transportation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: The Weitz Company PROJECT MANAGER: The Weitz Company ARCHITECT: Deutsch Architecture Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Brahma; Suntec Concrete; Wilson Electric; Buesing; Pueblo Mechanical SIZE: 41,748 SF LOCATION: 1111 S. 44th St., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Feb. 2019/Oct. 2020

Arizona State University Hayden Library Reinvention

The main drivers for this project include enhancing campus connectivity by engaging the newly activated ground floor with surrounding campus malls; providing flexible spaces for learning, studying, collaborating, and making; and employing a resource efficient approach to all aspects of design. This meticulous renovation reinvents Hayden Library for the 21st century while honoring the iconic history of the campus landmark. OWNER: Arizona State University GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Holder Construction Company PROJECT MANAGER: Ayers Saint Gross ARCHITECT: Ayers Saint Gross SUBCONTRACTORS: Delta Diversified; TD Industries; Able Steel; Red Cedar; The Berg Group; KT Fabrication VALUE: $90 million SIZE: 252,600 SF LOCATION: 300 E. Orange Mall, Tempe START/COMPLETION: March 2018/March 2020

Portales Corporate Center Amenity Center Expansion and Exterior Renovation

This tenant improvement and renovation includes a new amenity center for corporate center associate use, with a new tenant corridor. The amenity center lunch room socialization space now provides an enlarged kitchen/ meal prep area, a variety of seating options for dining and socialization, and a storage area. The existing exterior corridor received a refresh with new finishes and light fixtures. It is a collaborative space where the tenants host anything from team-building parties to meet-and-greets with prospective clients. OWNER: Forum Capital GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Willmeng Construction ARCHITECT: DAVIS VALUE: $3.5 million SIZE: 3,000 SF LOCATION: 4900 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale START/COMPLETION: June 2019/June 2020

SRP Project Administration Building

Salt River Project’s Project Administration Building has served as a corporate headquarters and operational hub for oiver 60 years. As SRP has grown, prior building additions have added operational square footage but resulted in an inflexible interior layout. The design team developed a strategic vision using high-quality systems, innovative technologies and energy-efficient methods. The addition of high-caliber finishes results in a drastic improvement from the existing spaces. OWNER: Salt River Project

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Mortenson Construction PROJECT MANAGER: Corgan ARCHITECT: Corgan SUBCONTRACTORS: Delta Diversified; HACI Mechanical; IES Commercial; Performance Contracting; Western Millwork; Walters & Wolf SIZE: 440,000 SF LOCATION: 1500 N. Mill Ave., Tempe START/COMPLETION: 2012/2020

H Mart

H Mart purchased a building that was in major disrepair. Formerly an Albertsons and Ultimate Consignment store, it has been renovated into a vibrant space that offers a variety of food, products and experiences. The store features Asian, American and Latin groceries, as well as a bakery, pharmacy, various small shops and an Asian food court. H Mart chose this Mesa location because of its easy access to transit, area development plans and a vibrant Asian community. OWNER: H Mart GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Sigma Contracting PROJECT MANAGER: Sigma Contracting ARCHITECT: CORBeL Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: Universal Piping; Advanced Demolition; Tri-Mega HVAC; State Electric; Melvin Concrete BROKERAGE FIRMS: Eisenberg Company; Cambridge Properties VALUE: $5.1 million SIZE: 63,000 SF LOCATION: 1919 W. Main St., Mesa START/COMPLETION: March 2019/ Jan. 2020

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Terminal Concessions/ O.H.S.O. Brewery

Willmeng Construction and DWL Architects collaborated with Kind Hospitality and the PhoenixMesa Gateway Airport to deliver a 2,145-square-foot tenant improvement for the airport that created a 510-square-foot exterior patio, dining area, bar and kitchen space. O.H.S.O. (Outrageous Home Brewer’s Social Outpost) Brewery is located in the mid-concourse at the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, between Gates 7 and 8. OWNER: Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport/Kind Hospitality GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Willmeng Construction ARCHITECT: DWL Architect + Planners VALUE: $2.1 million SIZE: 15,000 SF LOCATION: 6033 S. Sossaman Rd., Mesa START/COMPLETION: Jan. 2020/ March 2020

The Americano

LGE’s attention to detail and quality shines through on this high-end concept restaurant located in North Scottsdale. The 7,048-squarefoot restaurant houses an open kitchen concept with a wood-fired grill that is used to create a flavorful selection of fine steaks and fish for guests, who enjoy a dining room that features luxurious leather booths or chairs with butcher block tables. OWNER: Creation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: LGE Design Build PROJECT MANAGER: LGE Design Build ARCHITECT: LGE Design Group SUBCONTRACTORS: Reeves Paperhanging; Interior Concepts; Sonora Drywall; Carlson Glass; Pinnacle Plumbing Contractors VALUE: $2 million SIZE: 7,048 SF LOCATION: 17797 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale START/COMPLETION: Q1 2019/Q1 2020

Trail House at Enchantment Resort

Trail House emerged from Gluckman Tang Architects’ vision to heighten the engagement between guests and the remarkable natural setting of Boynton Canyon. Trail House acts as the gathering point for resort guests wgi are interested in active exploration — through hiking or mountain biking — of the nearly 400 miles of trails and red rock vistas that are unique to Sedona. OWNER: Enchantment Group GENERAL CONTRACTOR: PWI Construction ARCHITECT: Gluckman Tang Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: ReCreate Companies; Roofing Southwest; Jarmer Electric; Brightview Landscaping; Concrete Finishing VALUE: $2.5 million SIZE: 4,100 SF LOCATION: 525 Boynton Canyon Rd., Sedona START/COMPLETION: Oct. 2019/July 2020

Acoya Scottsdale at Troon

Acoya Troon offers contemporary interior finishes designed by award-winning Thoma-Holec Design, underground parking and numerous amenities. The garden level includes a music room, salon and spa, theatre and fitness room, while the first floor provides residents with a bistro, a great room, formal and private dining options, art therapy and a library. OWNERSHIP: Cadence Living, Ryan Companies US, Starwood Capital Group DEVELOPER: Ryan Companies US GENERAL CONTRACTORS: Ryan Companies US PROJECT MANAGER: Ryan Companies US ARCHITECT: Ryan A+E SUBCONTRACTORS: Thoma-Holec Design; Red Oak Plumbing; Western Underground; Hilty’s Electrical Contracting; Integrated Masonry; Breinholt Demolition SIZE: 206,614 SF LOCATION: 14055 E. Pinnacle Peak Way, Scottsdale START/COMPLETION: Nov. 2018/Sept. 2020

American Groves Senior Living

The project’s design, inspired by the agrarian nature of Gilbert, provides an inviting and comfortable venue for the operator’s Age in Place concept. The amenity program is strategically located at the cardinal points throughout the project to allow for equitable resident access. Amenities include dining and living rooms, a library, an art studio, a chapel/theater, a physical therapy center, a spa, a salon and lounge areas, among others. OWNER: American Care Concepts GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Layton Construction ARCHITECT: Allen + Philp Partners SUBCONTRACTORS: Bold Framing; Integrity Electric; Design Drywall West; Tekstar; Roofing Southwest VALUE: $23 million SIZE: 107,138 SF LOCATION: 941 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert START/COMPLETION: June 2019/ Dec. 2020

Mirabella at ASU

Mirabella at ASU is the first senior living community of its type in Arizona. It provides a unique environment that encourages alumni, their families and the general public across Arizona to join with the university community and partake in experiences similar to those from their college years. Opportunities are in place for residents and students to learn and grow from communal interaction with one another, facilitating open lines of communication and allowing learning to progress in both directions. OWNER: Pacific Retirement Services DEVELOPER: Mirabella at ASU GENERAL CONTRACTOR: McCarthy Building Companies PROJECT MANAGER: McCarthy Building Companies ARCHITECT: Ankrom Moisan SUBCONTRACTORS: Delta Diversified Electric; E&K of Arizona; KT Fabrication; Imcor Mechanical; Isec VALUE: $167.1 million SIZE: 613,992 SF LOCATION: 65 E. University Dr., Tempe START/COMPLETION: May 2018/ Dec. 2020

Splendido Villas Phase 3

In addition to a variety of amenities, Splendido Villas feature open floor plans and high-end finishes, including stone facades, quartz countertops, custom oak entry doors, KitchenAid appliances and easy-tomaintain tile. Each unit has an individually controlled AC unit and a 24-hour emergency call system to ensure peace of mind for its tenants. Residents can select homes ranging in size from 1,450 square feet to 2,700 square feet. OWNER: Tucson Mather Plaza DEVELOPERS: The Plaza Companies; Mather LifeWays GENERAL CONTRACTOR: W.E. O’Neil Construction Co. of Arizona PROJECT MANAGER: W.E. O’Neil Construction Co. of Arizona ARCHITECT: Solomon Cordwell Buenz & Associates SUBCONTRACTORS: Diversified Interiors of El Paso; Blanco Concrete; R.G. & Sons Plumbing; Millwork by Design; Conway Tile Company. BROKERAGE FIRMS: The Plaza Companies; Mather LifeWays VALUE: $33 million SIZE: 108,620 SF LOCATION: 13500 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley START/COMPLETION: Oct. 2018/Nov. 2020

Catalina Parking Structure

At 10-stories-tall, the 2,005-space Catalina Parking Structure is the tallest parking garage in Arizona. One of several buildings encompassing the Park Central Mall redevelopment in Central Phoenix, the unique public/ private development serves a variety of commercial businesses and healthcare institutions. The most complex aspect of erecting a parking garage of this size is the bracing of the structure during its assembly. The impressive building was topped-out in just 75 days from the commencement of construction. (Photos by Samuel Carl) OWNER: The Plaza Companies DEVELOPER: Holualoa Companies GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Kitchell ARCHITECT: GLHN Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: Coreslab Structures, Hawkeye Electric; Irontree Construction VALUE: $29.6 million SIZE: 551,750 SF (2,005 spaces) LOCATION: 105 W. Catalina Dr., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: May 2019/Sept. 2020

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Heidi’s Village

Heidi’s Village is an animal welfare organization that partners with existing animal shelters and rescue organizations to provide temporary boarding for dogs and cats when their space and resources are limited. Medical intervention, grooming, behavioral modification and wellness services are offered on-site. Its mission is to foster a community where animals are treated with respect, dignity and compassion to decrease the number of animals abandoned and euthanized. OWNER: Virginia B. Jontes Foundation GENERAL CONTRACTOR: CHASSE Building Team PROJECT MANAGER: CHASSE Building Team ARCHITECT: Cawley Architects SUBCONTRACTORS: LR Cowan Concrete; Hobbs Masonry; Cutting Edge Steel; Pete King Construction; A-1 Fire Sprinklers; Foursite; Iconic Design; Caruso Turley Scott Structural Engineers; Mechanical Designs; Hawkins Design Group VALUE: $22 million SIZE: 49,000 SF LOCATION: 600 N. 40th St., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: April 2019/April 2020

Phoenix Suns Verizon 5G Performance Center

This project is the forward-thinking catalyst that is spurring the revitalization of one of Phoenix’s most prominent sites, the northwest corner of 44th Street and Camelback. It is the start of what will soon become a beacon for tourism, retail, restaurants and businesses. The bright future for the surrounding development is enhanced only by the athletes who will call the 5G Performance Center home. OWNER: Suns Legacy Partners DEVELOPER: Suns Legacy Partners GENERAL CONTRACTOR: AECOM / Hunt ARCHITECT: DFDG Architecture SUBCONTRACTORS: Suntec Concrete; Bell Steel; HACI Mechanical; Wilson Electric; Walters & Wolf; Wood Patel & Associates; Henderson Engineers; PK & Associates; ZGF; SmithGroup VALUE: $45 million SIZE: 55,812 SF LOCATION: 5110 N. 44th St., Phoenix START/COMPLETION: Oct. 2019/Nov. 2020