Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Arkansas Commercial Construction & Renovation Services
East Harding has been a trusted name in Arkansas commercial construction since 1974. Founded by Bob East and Tom Harding, our company specializes in new construction, renovations, and historic preservation projects across education, healthcare, religious, corporate, and hospitality sectors. Our client-focused philosophy ensures every project benefits from transparent communication, financial stability, and a proven 'Single Source of Accountability' approach where estimators become project managers.With no debt or legal claims in our history, we maintain strong bonds with Travelers Insurance and leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver over 50 years of continuous service excellence. Our team's expertise in LEED-certified projects and historic renovations, recognized by multiple Preserve Arkansas awards, demonstrates our commitment to sustainable practices and architectural heritage preservation.
Services
Preconstruction Services
Construction Management
General Contracting
Historic Renovations
Sustainability/LEED Projects
Design-Build Services
K-12 School Construction
Healthcare Facility Building
Religious Facility Renovation
Corporate Office Construction
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of Arkansas construction expertise
- Client-focused approach with single accountability
- Award-winning historic renovation specialists
- LEED-certified project experience
- Financially stable with AAA-rated bonding
Associations and certifications
- USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)
Services
Preconstruction Services
Our comprehensive preconstruction services establish project success foundations. We collaborate with clients, architects, and engineers to clarify design goals, ensure constructability, and maintain budget alignment. Weekly team meetings and continuous cost updates guarantee informed decision-making throughout the planning process.
Historic Renovations
Specialized expertise in National Register of Historic Places renovations. We've completed 24 historic projects employing preservation techniques that maintain architectural integrity while modernizing infrastructure. Our work has earned multiple Preserve Arkansas awards for adaptive reuse and restoration excellence.
Sustainability/LEED
We integrate LEED-certified practices into every project. Our team has completed twelve USGBC-certified projects focusing on energy efficiency, water conservation, and improved indoor air quality. Sustainable solutions deliver long-term cost savings and environmental benefits without requiring formal certification.
Construction Management
Our lean management approach combines single-source accountability with competitive subcontractor bidding. Estimators transition to project managers, ensuring cost continuity while maintaining quality control. This model reduces overhead costs while guaranteeing client-focused project execution across Arkansas.
General Contracting
Full-service general contracting for new construction and renovations. We manage all project phases from site preparation to final inspection, maintaining strict documentation and quality control. Our Arkansas-focused operations ensure deep local knowledge and reliable subcontractor networks.
People
Van Tilbury
Partner, President & CEO
Majority owner with 15+ years leading Arkansas construction projects. Completed 10-year buyout in 2019, maintaining company's debt-free status. Focuses on client relationships and operational excellence.
Bobby Donaldson
CFO
Chief financial officer ensuring continued fiscal responsibility. Oversees financial operations with emphasis on maintaining debt-free status and AAA surety bonding. 20+ years of construction industry financial management experience.
Shawn Carroll
Partner, Sr. VP-Operations
Senior operations leader managing day-to-day construction activities. Focuses on project execution standards and subcontractor coordination. Brings extensive experience in Arkansas commercial construction management.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide preconstruction services, construction management, general contracting, historic renovations, and LEED-certified projects across Arkansas.
Do you handle historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in National Register of Historic Places renovations with 24 completed projects and multiple Preserve Arkansas awards.
Are you licensed to work statewide?
We serve all of Arkansas with extensive local knowledge and established subcontractor networks in major metropolitan areas.
Can you manage LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we've completed twelve USGBC LEED-certified projects incorporating sustainable practices into every construction phase.
How long have you been in business?
We've provided construction services since 1974 with continuous ownership transitions maintaining our client-focused approach.
What makes you different from other contractors?
Our 'Single Source of Accountability' model combines estimator continuity with financial stability and Arkansas-focused operations.
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Reviews (2)
Kathy Robinson
Dec 12, 2020
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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.
