Email Us : vincent.weaver@veriusproperty.com
LOUISIANA . TEXAS . FLORIDA
LEADERS IN QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
OUR SERVICES
Residential and Commercial Construction
VPG Construction is committed to being a leader in Quality Construction and Infrastructure. Focused on quality workmanship, attention to detail, and deliverability of our projects, our company provides residential and commercial construction services to both the private and public sectors. VPG Construction’s foundation in architecture and engineering provides our company a significant value add to each customer as we focus on all facets of each project.
Real Estate Development
We offer full services of General Contracting of Real estate development, or property development, that encompassing activities that range from the renovation and re-lease of existing buildings to the purchase of raw land and the sale of developed land or parcels to others. We can coordinate all of these activities, converting ideas from paper to real property.
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As a company, VPG Construction specializes in general contracting services but in its roots it was founded in real estate development. The principal owners of the company have completed over $15,000,000 in real estate development investments within the last five years with over $15,000,000 in the pipeline for 2016. This positions our company uniquely to partner with our development clients on both real estate construction and investment.
Construction
Management
VPG Construction offers Construction Project Management (CPM) services which encompass planning, coordination, and control of a project from beginning to completion. Our company’s CPM Model is aimed at meeting a client's requirement in order to produce a functionally and financially viable project. Specifically, we focus our construction management services in the residential, commercial, higher educational, heavy civil, industrial, and environmental fields.
Disaster
Recovery
Disaster Response Proven to Lower Reconstruction Costs and Get You Back on Your Feet
When a disaster like a flood, hurricane, tornado or fire strikes, you need a disaster response company that can help you navigate the logistics and emergency response actions needed to secure your Home and get your back on your feet quickly.
VPG Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in property loss and capable of handling a range of projects, from the simplest repair or renovation to the most complex, multi-phase rebuild. Cotton's turnkey services provide a seamless transition from mitigation to complete recovery and Cotton’s involvement from the onset allows reconstruction efforts to move forward without delay.
VPG Construction is committed to exceeding the expectations of our clients and their stakeholders by restoring business operations through the highest quality workmanship, at a fair, competitive price and completing every project on budget and on schedule.
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A seamless transition from mitigation and recovery operations to repair and rebuild
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Faster project completion and reinstatement of business operations
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Less stress for the client, due to working with a single contractor
100% Complete Satisfaction
VPG Construction assures you 100% complete satisfaction with our work, including a one-year warranty. If you have further questions regarding our capabilities, please give us a call at 504-249-5266 or visit our "Contact Us" page.
ABOUT US
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VPG Construction is committed to building a better way. Founded in 2011, VPG Enterprises has expanded its client services to include general contracting services. We are intensely focused on becoming one of the top construction companies in the region and forging an identity as one of New Orleans premier construction companies.
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VPG Construction’s skillset and services are built for clients with complex needs, intense regulatory environments and high standards for quality and safety. We take pride in the emphasis we place on our customer’s experience during the construction process, our investment in ongoing innovation, and our deep commitment to the communities in which we operate.
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Through a diverse and empowered team of professionals, we serve a broad range of commercial construction clients from small, non-profit organizations to global Fortune 100 corporations. Our industry focuses include but are not limited to:
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Residential
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Healthcare
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Life Sciences
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Corporate
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Urban / Community
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Higher Education
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Industrial
VPG Construction is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. Geographically we cover: Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. If you are interested in partnering with VPG, visit our Contact Us page to learn more.
2011
Year Established
25
Projects Completed
15
Contractors Appointed
7
Awards Won
Executive Leadership
Vincent Weaver
CEO, President
Vincent Weaver is the contributing shareholder of VPG Construction Company and was named President and CEO in 2015. Under his leadership the commercial construction firm will be looking to established itself as one of the leading companies of its kind in the Greater New Orleans region. VPG Construction is projected to grow its construction capacity by 15-25% per year and doubled their sales in 2017. Weaver’s success and attention is focused on building a strong executive team, developing a solid strategic partnership and paying close attention to the customer overall experience with community knowledge.
Weaver develops and maintains effective relationships with all project stakeholders including owners, architects, subcontractors and city-wide leaders. He has a knowledge and experience in various construction sectors including city-wide healthcare, aviation, federal, institutional, retail, residential, sole source commerical and higher education.
Vincent Weaver demostrates knowledge of project timeline, project management, owner awareness and cost control. He is an developing expert in higher educational, residential and commerical construction and facilities operations and leading major construction organizations with a thorough knowledge of estimating, purchasing, accounting, cost engineering, self-performance trade work and field supervision.
Weaver is an exceptional leader and project manager in all, but not including the public, institutional and private sector. He has been personally responsible for delivery of projects ranging from $500,000 to 75 million. Weaver is also VPG Executive lead for teaming projects with past experience leading projects totaling upwards of $89,000,000.
Vincent Weaver has more than 7 years of Facilities management, , including Architectural and Project Management scheduling and design. He has served as a Facilities Leader of a variety of Higher Educational diverse institutions including Historical Black Colleges and Universities. Weaver believes in empowering individuals to perform at their best. He has a personal passion for supporting the growth and development of women and minorities in business.
He is an active community leader and most recently served as an ambassador for mentoring minority students in engineering in the District of Columbia. He is an active member of the ASHE (American Society of Healthcare Engineers) Certification. Has recently been nominated for the Georgia Trust Award as the Project Manager for a Historic Preservation renovation in Fort Valley, Georgia.
Vincent Weaver attended Tuskegee University with a degree in Architecture. He has a master’s in Architecture from Hampton University and completed a study abroad in Urban Design in Panama City, Panama.
VPG Construction offers construction management, general contracting, housekeeping, small trade, property management and design build services. The company portfolio spans the industry and is driven by a diverse and empowered team of professionals who strive to create and serve the community members and leaders that's resides.
Michael Merideth received his bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Tuskegee University graduating with honors and the highest GPA in his class. In 2010, along with Andre Lewis, Michael co-founded the real estate development company Verius Property Group based out of New Orleans, LA where his primary role has been strategic planning, asset management, and investor relations. Since the company’s inception, Michael has help expand the company to over $5,300,000 in current assets, secured $3,620,000 in private capital, and propelled the company to one of the top Special Needs Housing providers in the state of Louisiana.
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As Chief Executive Officer of VPG Enterprises, Michael has made tremendous strides in expanding VPG’s commercial platform as well. Within the last two years the company has completed over $4,420,000 in commercial development that in includes luxury condos in Manhattan (NY) and New Orleans (LA), as well as large multi-family rehabs in the Greater New Orleans Region. These achievements have gained recognition from several publications as Michael was recognized as a “Top Forty under 40” business professional by The Gambit and the recipient of The Millennial Award for Real Estate given out by the Social Renaissance.
Michael Merideth
CFO, Partner
Andre Lewis graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tuskegee University. In 2010, Andre co-founded the real estate development company Verius Property Group where his primary role has been acquisitions, project management, and financial planning. During his tenure as COO, Andre played an integral part in the expansion of the company into VPG Enterprise offering real estate development and now construction/property management services.
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Andre is currently the lead on over $2,000,000 in purchase/rehab projects currently underway for VPG Enterprise and will be in charge of operations for the $15,000,000 in projects in the cue for the company in 2016 and is currently working on a strategic plan to expand the real estate portfolio to 500 housing units.
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Andre has won numerous awards and accolades from his business success, most recently the Social Renaissance award for being the top real estate professional in the Greater New Orleans Region and The Gambit “Top Forty under 40” .
Andre Lewis
COO, Partner
Executive Leadership
Michael Merideth
Michael Merideth received his bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Tuskegee University graduating with honors and the highest GPA in his class. In 2010, along with Andre Lewis, Michael co-founded the real estate development company Verius Property Group based out of New Orleans, LA where his primary role has been strategic planning, asset management, and investor relations. Since the company’s inception, Michael has help expand the company to over $5,300,000 in current assets, secured $3,620,000 in private capital, and propelled the company to one of the top Special Needs Housing providers in the state of Louisiana.
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As Chief Executive Officer of VPG Enterprises, Michael has made tremendous strides in expanding VPG’s commercial platform as well. Within the last two years the company has completed over $4,420,000 in commercial development that in includes luxury condos in Manhattan (NY) and New Orleans (LA), as well as large multi-family rehabs in the Greater New Orleans Region. These achievements have gained recognition from several publications as Michael was recognized as a “Top Forty under 40” business professional by The Gambit and the recipient of The Millennial Award for Real Estate given out by the Social Renaissance.
CEO
Andre Lewis
Andre Lewis graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tuskegee University. In 2010, Andre co-founded the real estate development company Verius Property Group where his primary role has been acquisitions, project management, and financial planning. During his tenure as COO, Andre played an integral part in the expansion of the company into VPG Enterprise offering real estate development and now construction/property management services.
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Andre is currently the lead on over $2,000,000 in purchase/rehab projects currently underway for VPG Enterprise and will be in charge of operations for the $15,000,000 in projects in the cue for the company in 2016 and is currently working on a strategic plan to expand the real estate portfolio to 500 housing units.
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Andre has won numerous awards and accolades from his business success, most recently the Social Renaissance award for being the top real estate professional in the Greater New Orleans Region and The Gambit “Top Forty under 40” .
COO
Vincent Weaver
Vincent Weaver is the contributing shareholder of VPG Construction Company and was named President and CEO in 2015. Under his leadership the commercial construction firm will be looking to established itself as one of the leading companies of its kind in the Greater New Orleans region. VPG Construction is projected to grow its construction capacity by 15-25% per year and doubled their sales in 2017. Weaver’s success and attention is focused on building a strong executive team, developing a solid strategic partnership and paying close attention to the customer overall experience with community knowledge.
Weaver develops and maintains effective relationships with all project stakeholders including owners, architects, subcontractors and city-wide leaders. He has a knowledge and experience in various construction sectors including city-wide healthcare, aviation, federal, institutional, retail, residential, sole source commerical and higher education.
Vincent Weaver demostrates knowledge of project timeline, project management, owner awareness and cost control. He is an developing expert in higher educational, residential and commerical construction and facilities operations and leading major construction organizations with a thorough knowledge of estimating, purchasing, accounting, cost engineering, self-performance trade work and field supervision.
Weaver is an exceptional leader and project manager in all, but not including the public, institutional and private sector. He has been personally responsible for delivery of projects ranging from $500,000 to 75 million. Weaver is also VPG Executive lead for teaming projects with past experience leading projects totaling upwards of $89,000,000.
Vincent Weaver has more than 7 years of Facilities management, , including Architectural and Project Management scheduling and design. He has served as a Facilities Leader of a variety of Higher Educational diverse institutions including Historical Black Colleges and Universities. Weaver believes in empowering individuals to perform at their best. He has a personal passion for supporting the growth and development of women and minorities in business.
He is an active community leader and most recently served as an ambassador for mentoring minority students in engineering in the District of Columbia. He is an active member of the ASHE (American Society of Healthcare Engineers) Certification. Has recently been nominated for the Georgia Trust Award as the Project Manager for a Historic Preservation renovation in Fort Valley, Georgia.
Vincent Weaver attended Tuskegee University with a degree in Architecture. He has a master’s in Architecture from Hampton University and completed a study abroad in Urban Design in Panama City, Panama.
VPG Construction offers construction management, general contracting, housekeeping, small trade, property management and design build services. The company portfolio spans the industry and is driven by a diverse and empowered team of professionals who strive to create and serve the community members and leaders that's resides.
President
CAJUN FIRE BREWERY
New Orleans East
Brewery and Tap House
$680,000 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: Pre-Construction
Role: Project Manager/
General Contractor
PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY HOUSING
New Orleans Metro
3 New Construction Homes
$594,000 Project Cost
6 Month Timeline
Status: Pre-Construction
Role: General Contractor
Past Projects
LE TRIANON DEVELOPMENT
French Quarter New Orleans
CHATEAU DE HONNEURDEVELOPMENT
​French Quarter New Orleans
2 Total Units
$963,331 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
$1,400,000 Market Value
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer
Project Manager
3 Total Units
$1,363,725 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
​$1,800,000 Market Value
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer
Project Manager
WOODBRIDGE APARTMENTS
Harvey, LA
26 Total Units
$1,126,856 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
$1,300,000 Market Value
Status: 96% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
WOODCREST APARTMENTS
Gretna, LA
31 Total Units
$855,000 Project Cost
8 Month Timeline
$1,200,000 Market Value
Status: 100% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
PROJECTS
Current Projects
37HUNDRED DEVELOPMENT
Mid City New Orleans
20 Total Units
​$7,978,885 Project Cost
18 Month Timeline
Status: Pre-Development
Role: Developer
ADAMS PORTFOLIO
Greater New Orleans Metro
124 Total Units
$4,750,000 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: Under Construction
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY HOUSING
New Orleans Metro
3 New Construction Homes
$594,000 Project Cost
6 Month Timeline
Status: Pre-Construction
Role: General Contractor
Past Projects
LE TRIANON DEVELOPMENT
French Quarter New Orleans
3 Total Units
$1,363,725 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer Project Manager
CHATEAU DE HONNEUR DEVELOPMENT
​French Quarter New Orleans
2 Total Units
$963,331 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer Project Manager
WOODBRIDGE APARTMENTS
Harvey, LA
26 Total Units
$1,126,856 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: 96% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
WOODCREST APARTMENTS
Gretna, LA
31 Total Units
$855,000 Project Cost
8 Month Timeline
Status: 100% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
PROJECTS
Current Projects
37HUNDRED DEVELOPMENT
Mid City New Orleans
20 Total Units
​$7,978,885 Project Cost
18 Month Timeline
Status: Completed
Role: Developer/General Contractor
CITY VIEW LOFTS
Dallas, TX
39 Residential Units
$10,166,865 Project Cost
18 Month Timeline
Status: Pre-Development
Role: Developer/
Construction Manager
ADAMS PORTFOLIO
Greater New Orleans Metro
124 Total Units
$4,750,000 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: Completed
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
Past Projects
LE TRIANON DEVELOPMENT
French Quarter New Orleans
3 Total Units
$1,363,725 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer Project Manager
CHATEAU DE HONNEUR DEVELOPMENT
​French Quarter New Orleans
2 Total Units
$963,331 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: SOLD OUT
Role: Developer Project Manager
WOODBRIDGE APARTMENTS
Harvey, LA
26 Total Units
$1,126,856 Project Cost
12 Month Timeline
Status: 96% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
WOODCREST APARTMENTS
Gretna, LA
31 Total Units
$855,000 Project Cost
8 Month Timeline
Status: 100% Occupancy
Role: Developer ,General
Contractor , Asset Manager
Single Family Home Portfolio
2726 Prytania St
Garden District New Orleans
155 Millaudon
Uptown New Orleans
4614 BaudinSt
Mid City New Orleans
258 W 117th
Manhattan, NY
FEDERAL PROJECTS
BARKSDALE AFB - CLAIBORNE RANGE: FUEL TANK INSTALLATION
Owner
Department of the Air Force
2nd Contracting Squadron
Barksdale AFB
Point of Contact
Marla J. Poirier
Contract #
FA4608-l 7-P-0062
Contract Start – Completion
October 2017–
Project Costs
$57,355.51
Firm’s Responsibility
Prime Contractor
Project Manager
LA AIR NATIONAL GUARD: REPLACE HVAC B1 & B6
Owner
LA Air National Guard
Hammond LA
Point of Contact
Crystal Bonin
Owner
LA Air National Guard
Hammond LA
Point of Contact
Crystal Bonin
Contract #
W912NR-17-C-0003
Contract Start – Completion
October 2017–
Contract #
W912NR-17-C-0003
Contract Start – Completion
October 2017–
Project Costs
$189,661.98
Firm’s Responsibility
Prime Contractor
Project Manager
Project Costs
$189,661.98
Firm’s Responsibility
Prime Contractor
Project Manager
Owner
Ouachita Job Corps Center
Point of Contact
Brian McCabe
Contract #
1282A718C00278
Contract Start – Completion
May 2018–
Project Costs
$345,000.00
Firm’s Responsibility
Prime Contractor
Project Manager
At our company’s core, our mission is to simply serve you. Our company has its roots in real estate development and as such, VPG Construction understands firsthand the needs and expectations of our clients. VPG Construction has also sought out top tier talent to ensure the deliverability of each project. Mr. Vincent Weaver (President, VPG Construction) has served as project manager for over $175,000,000 in projects throughout the nation over the last 10 years and will be heavily involved in all projects from inception to completion. We also allow our clients access to our in-house reporting system called PROJECT SCOPE. This allows clients a daily, visual reporting tool to track progress of each project.
Bonding: $5 million for a single project and $10 million aggregate.
Insurance: General Liability: $5 million/$5 million ~ Professional Liability: $2 million/$1 million ~ Workers Comp: $1 million
Capacity: Our projects range from under $100,000 to as large as $6.5 million.
DUNS # 093057223
CAGE Code – 7JJ88
NAICS Codes: 236220, 236115, 236116, 236117, 236118, 23731 0, 238110, 238190, 238310, 238320 38330, 238340, 238350, 238390, 238910, 531120 '
OUACHITA JOB CORPS : SEAWALL REPLACEMENT
SUBCONTRACTOR & SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
We form long-term business relationships with MBE/WBE/DBE businesses. We help them strengthen their business experience and capabilities. VPG Construction has successfully developed and implemented Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) plans that exceeded targeted levels of participation by minority and woman-owned firms. Key elements of our approach include:
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Outreach to capable MBE/WBE/DBE’s through telephone campaigns and advertising construction projects.
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Training and assisting firms to complete our subcontractor/supplier prequalification process.
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Tracking and assisting targeted HUB firms through the bidding process to maximize their likelihood of success.
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Requirements
VPG Construction requires that before we can contract with you, we must have a W-9 form and a certificate of insurance on file that names us as “additional insured” and has at least the following limits:
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General Liability: $1,000,000
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Automotive Liability: $1,000,000
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Workers Compensation: $1,000,000/$1,000,000
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Umbrella: $5,000,000
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Once you are an approved Subcontractor for VPG Construction, the following items must be on file and current before we can process your application for payment:
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Signed Subcontract Agreement.
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A notarized Lien Waiver if the amount is $500.00 or more.
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A notarized 2nd or 3rd Tier Lien Waiver to suppliers for any amount.
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All invoices must be submitted on “Subcontractor’s Application for Payment” form, notarized and received in our office by the 25th of the month. If the 25th falls on a holiday or a weekend, applications for payment must be received before the holiday or weekend. Applications received after the 25th of the month will not be processed for payment until the 25th of the following month. Faxed copies will not be accepted.
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Sample Forms:
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CONTACT US
Inquiries
For any inquiries, questions or commendations, please call: 504-265-9918 or fill out the following form
Corporate Office
2439 Manhattan Blvd, Suite 500
Harvey, Louisiana 70058
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vincent.weaver@veriusproperty.com
Office: 504-291-6001
Fax: 866-813-6713
Dallas Office
1212 E Arapaho Road , Suite 260
Richardson, Texas 75081
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Employment
To apply for a job with VPG Constuction, please send a cover letter together with your C.V. to: mmerideth@veriusproperty.com