--- title: Our Experience description: Experienced commercial construction leadership across lab facilities, hospitality, retail buildouts, and large-scale federal projects. --- [Skip to content](https://www.bgcalex.com/our-experience#main-content) ![Editable Text Styles (Fonts & Colors)-1](https://www.bgcalex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Editable%20Text%20Styles%20(Fonts%20%26%20Colors)-1.png?width=674&height=319&name=Editable%20Text%20Styles%20(Fonts%20%26%20Colors)-1.png) - [Home](https://www.bgcalex.com) - Our Services Show submenu for Our Services - [Commercial Real Estate Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/commercial-realtors-services) - [Commercial Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/commercial-owners-developers) - [Homeowner Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/homeowners-services) - [Our Experience](https://www.bgcalex.com/our-experience) - [Contact Us](https://www.bgcalex.com/contact-bluegrass-builders-llc) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://www.bgcalex.com) - Our Services Show submenu for Our Services - [Commercial Real Estate Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/commercial-realtors-services) - [Commercial Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/commercial-owners-developers) - [Homeowner Services](https://www.bgcalex.com/homeowners-services) - [Our Experience](https://www.bgcalex.com/our-experience) - [Contact Us](https://www.bgcalex.com/contact-bluegrass-builders-llc) - [Contact us](https://www.bgcalex.com/contact-bluegrass-builders-llc) [Contact us](https://www.bgcalex.com/contact-bluegrass-builders-llc?hsLang=en) ## Our Experience ## Built on Field Leadership Bluegrass Builders is led by Greg Laughlin, a seasoned Project Superintendent with decades of commercial construction experience across complex, high-performance environments. Greg’s background spans ground-up development, large-scale hospitality projects, retail tenant improvements, and technically demanding laboratory facilities. His leadership has consistently delivered projects where schedule, safety, and precision were non-negotiable. #### Mission-Critical Laboratory & Technical Facilities **UCSD Clinical Laboratories – Alexandria Real Estate Equities** $11.9M | 76,000 SF Greg led construction of a state-of-the-art clinical testing and diagnostic laboratory facility featuring: - Complex overhead coordination using BIM modeling - Specialized piping systems for laboratory gases, de-ionized water, and chemical waste - HEPA filtration and integral wall exhaust systems - Advanced fume hood installations - New electrical infrastructure including a 350 kV emergency diesel generator system Projects of this caliber demand exact coordination between trades, strict environmental controls, and disciplined execution. These environments leave no room for oversight gaps. --- #### Large-Scale Hospitality Development **Hilton Homewood Suites & Marriott Courtyard** $39.8M | San Diego Harbor Greg oversaw the simultaneous ground-up construction of two major hotel developments on a shared 7-acre waterfront site. Scope included: - Installation of 150 deep foundation piles 30 feet below sea level - Major street and utility infrastructure improvements - Maintaining public safety with an active waterfront walkway - 347 total guest rooms across multiple structures - 15,000 SF conference center - Full-service restaurant and bar - Fitness centers, pool, and hospitality amenities Coordinating multi-structure builds on constrained sites requires sequencing discipline, schedule control, and proactive issue resolution. Greg worked directly with ownership teams to ensure FF&E installation aligned with strict opening deadlines. --- #### National Retail Tenant Improvements **Serena & Lilly** Palm Beach, FL | Tampa Bay, FL | Winnetka, IL $2.5M Greg supervised high-end retail buildouts with a focus on: - Interpreting plans and specifications - Coordinating subcontractors - Ensuring OSHA compliance - Maintaining communication between field teams and corporate headquarters Retail projects demand precision, brand consistency, and strict schedule performance. Greg delivered projects that reflected ownership expectations down to the final detail. --- #### Federal & Large-Scale Commercial Projects **RQ Construction, LLC** $120M Portfolio Oversight Greg managed daily operations across large-scale commercial and federal projects, ensuring: - Alignment with RFPs and contract documents - Strict safety compliance - On-time and on-budget delivery - Coordination of subcontractors and site personnel These environments required disciplined adherence to documentation, schedule accountability, and performance under scrutiny. --- #### Education & Certifications - BA, Construction Management – California State University, Chico - Minor in English - OSHA 30 Hour Certified - OSHA 10 Hour Certified - OSHA Scaffold Erect/Inspect Certified - OSHA Forklift Certified - CPR Certified [Request a Consultation](https://www.bgcalex.com/contact-bluegrass-builders-llc?hsLang=en) [![Editable Text Styles (Fonts & Colors)-1](https://www.bgcalex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Editable%20Text%20Styles%20(Fonts%20%26%20Colors)-1.png?width=250&height=118&name=Editable%20Text%20Styles%20(Fonts%20%26%20Colors)-1.png "Editable Text Styles (Fonts & Colors)-1")](https://www.bluegrassbuilderslllc.com) Bluegrass Construction Advisory Lexington (BGCA Lex) operates on one standard: manage it well, build it right, stand behind it. 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