Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Construction Services in Little Rock
East Harding has been a trusted commercial construction partner in Arkansas since 1974, delivering new construction and renovation projects with a focus on client satisfaction. Our approach centers on the 3 Ps: People, Process, and Project, ensuring every team member prioritizes client needs while leveraging industry best practices. With expertise in historic renovations, LEED-certified sustainable design, and a lean operational model, we provide cost-effective solutions through our 'Single Source of Accountability' method, where estimators become project managers for seamless continuity.Backed by Travelers Surety and free of debt or legal disputes, we maintain long-term relationships with public and private sector clients across education, healthcare, corporate, and municipal sectors. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by awards from the Arkansas Preservation Alliance and successful completion of 24 National Register of Historic Places renovations.
Services
Preconstruction Services
Construction Management
General Contracting
Historic Renovations
Sustainability/LEED
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of Arkansas-focused construction expertise.
- Our team delivers 12 USGBC LEED-certified projects with sustainable practices.
- Specialized in historic renovations with 24 National Register of Historic Places projects completed.
- Single Source of Accountability model ensures estimator/project manager continuity.
- Financially secure with zero debt, liens, or legal disputes since 1974.
Associations and certifications
- USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)
What people say
Outstanding partner
Proven themselves
Award-winning quality
Client-focused approach
Financially secure
Services
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction services establish project success through budget analysis, design clarification, and subcontractor collaboration. We provide continuous cost updates during design phases while maintaining weekly communication with architects, engineers, and owners. This phase ensures alignment between client goals and project deliverables before construction begins.
Historic Renovations
Specializing in National Register of Historic Places renovations, we preserve architectural integrity while modernizing infrastructure. Our team has completed 24 historic projects, incorporating original materials and period-accurate details alongside contemporary systems for functionality and compliance.
Sustainability/LEED
We integrate LEED-certified practices into all projects, focusing on energy efficiency, water conservation, and indoor air quality improvements. Our 12 LEED-accredited projects demonstrate expertise in reducing operational costs while maintaining environmental responsibility through material selection and system optimization.
Construction Management
As construction managers, we coordinate subcontractors, manage timelines, and ensure quality control across new builds and renovations. Our lean operational model eliminates redundant management layers, directly passing cost savings to clients while maintaining rigorous project documentation.
General Contracting
We deliver turnkey construction solutions from foundation to finish, managing all trade packages through competitive bidding. Our general contracting includes site supervision, safety compliance, and technology-driven project tracking to guarantee client satisfaction within agreed budgets and schedules.
People
Van Tilbury
Partner, President & CEO
Van Tilbury joined East Harding in 2004, completed a 10-year buyout, and now leads as majority owner and CEO. With decades of Arkansas construction experience, he champions the 3 Ps philosophy and maintains the company's debt-free status while expanding its project portfolio.
Bobby Donaldson
CFO
As CFO, Bobby Donaldson oversees all financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency. He maintains East Harding's debt-free status and manages bonding relationships with Travelers Surety while supporting strategic business growth initiatives.
Shawn Carroll
Partner, Sr. VP-Operations
Shawn Carroll directs daily operations as Senior VP, focusing on project execution and team development. He ensures adherence to safety protocols and quality standards across Arkansas projects while mentoring staff in best practices and client service excellence.
Questions
What construction services do you offer in Arkansas?
We provide preconstruction planning, construction management, general contracting, historic renovations, and LEED-certified sustainable building solutions across Arkansas.
How many historic renovation projects have you completed?
We've completed 24 renovations of buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with multiple Preserve Arkansas awards for preservation excellence.
Are your projects limited to LEED-certified buildings?
While we've built 12 LEED-certified projects, we incorporate sustainable practices into every project regardless of certification requirements to reduce long-term operational costs.
How does your 'Single Source of Accountability' work?
Your estimator becomes your project manager, ensuring continuity from planning through completion with direct cost oversight and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in education (K-12 and higher ed), healthcare, corporate offices, religious institutions, municipal buildings, and hospitality projects across Arkansas.
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Reviews (2)
Kathy Robinson
Dec 12, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
East Harding Construction will treat you like family. I have known many of the employees for years and highly recommend them for your next project. They build quality buildings and will keep you in budget and on time.
East Harding Construction will treat you like family. I have known many of the employees for years and highly recommend them for your next project. They build quality buildings and will keep you in budget and on time.
Dre Akbad Thornton
Jan 12, 2017
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These guys are responsible for many of the really nice building construction in the Little Rock area. From what I understand, they are highly respected.
