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The company’s other residential projects include everything from smaller repair jobs to designing and planning a remodel adding 1,700 square feet to an existing 1,300 square foot home. James feels that being a builder makes him a better designer, because of the insight it gives him into the challenges builders face. “Making the design and build processes more harmonious alleviates the usual tension between the architect and builder, because I know and handle both. This also serves my ultimate goal of achieving high customer satisfaction and happiness with the results.” Networking with other contractors has also yielded new opportunities. “One of the contractors who is a mentor to me is doing a three-unit ADA development in Vallejo,” explains James, “and he contracted with me to revise the architectural drawing to get it permitted.”
Working with others is something that James both enjoys and appreciates. “Working on any project, it’s about the team – not just myself,” he muses, “It’s about having a good relationship with the contractor, the company I am working with, the architect, the state inspector, and even the maintenance crew. Creating camaraderie, mutual respect, taking into account others’ needs and expectations. You never know when someone you’ve worked or interacted with might be a factor in getting you additional work or supporting you in some manner.”
James attributes much of his increasing business success to being “consistent, persistent and resilient.” He has consistently mapped out his educational and business goals and has persistently followed through to achieve them. He has worked hard to cultivate long-term relationships with clients, peers, public agencies, and more established business owners.
Residential patio deck and railing, designed and built by SUPERConstructors, Inc.