A Foundation Built on Relationships.
In November 2000, Jim Fowler, Robert Williamson, and Arne Ericson embarked on a mission to establish NOVO, a commercial construction company based in the Bay Area, with the aim of fostering enduring relationships. Despite modest origins, NOVO has since risen to prominence as one of the most highly regarded contractors in both the Bay Area and Texas.
General Contractor Building in the
Bay Area Since 2000.
The foundation of NOVO is built on relationships. NOVO’s first jobs were from the principal’s relationships that Jim Fowler, Robert Williamson & Arne Ericson had made from past companies. The initial clients didn't care about experience or the size of the company, they knew that these three would deliver projects on time and under budget. These relationships built at inception have been carried throughout the years and built NOVO to what it is today.
Our mission has always been inspired by our vision: to create a mid-size nimble commercial construction company dedicated to providing enhanced customer value. Today, with many loyal repeat clients and a reputation for excellence, we know exactly how to succeed. We deliver projects of superb quality and build rock solid relationships.
NOVO Values
Build Rock Solid Relationships.
At NOVO, we prioritize building lasting relationships over completing projects. Our business is primarily based on repeat clients, and we would rather undertake numerous projects for a single customer than many projects for a large number of customers. This value also extends to our employees, as we believe in nurturing supportive relationships that facilitate growth and career advancement.
Empower Our People.
At NOVO, we compete with larger contractors in the Bay Area but still operate as specialized small business units. Our Project Executives have autonomy to manage their teams, functioning as self-contained units within the company. This enables us to build strong client relationships while upholding the NOVO brand promise. We remain committed to personalized service and fostering connections with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Be Customer Centric.
At NOVO, we prioritize serving our clients and continuously adapting to meet their needs. As a service-oriented company, we are committed to fulfilling our clients' requirements without any hidden agendas. Our flexibility enables us to customize our technology and services to align with our clients' unique needs, and our unwavering dedication to client satisfaction drives our success.
Quick Facts
Date Founded
November 2000
Employees
320
LEED Professionals
40+
Experience Modifier Rate
.55
Office Locations
Menlo Park (HQ)
San Francisco
South San Francisco
Novato
Oakland
Austin
Certifications
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Union Affiliation
Local 22, San Francisco
Local 212, Menlo Park
Local 405, San Jose
Sectors
High Tech & Software
Science & Technology
Finance & Law
Automotive
Food Service
Project Types
Corporate Interiors
Manufacturing Facilities
R&D Labs
Data Centers
Sustainability
Select Clients
Building a rock solid community.
Community initiatives are of the highest priority to NOVO. Our NOVO for Change committee fosters relationships with different organizations throughout the Bay Area and Texas. Giving back to our community makes us whole.