Our Commitments

HGC was founded on a simple set of principles upheld by a firm belief system. Nearly 100 years later, we’re still leading by example and staying true to the commitments that help us build stronger environments, partnerships and communities.

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Safety

Nothing is more important than the personal safety and well-being of our teams and clients

We believe safety is the responsibility of all our employees, from our executive team to our individual craftforce. We enforce a zero-tolerance safety policy, meaning we never compromise the safety of our people or our project sites — no exceptions.

Our outstanding safety record stems from a rigorous safety program specifically designed to control risks associated with construction operations across both the planning and execution phases of work. This commitment to safety has earned us the coveted Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) certification, which we’ve held since 2008. This national designation is awarded only to those companies demonstrating excellence in safety and health and a commitment to employee protection beyond OSHA’s standard requirements. In addition, all HGC employees complete 30 hours of OSHA training.


Quality

 “Doing it right” is rooted in our history and a fundamental part of our culture today

 

Our founder Richard J. Huseman often said: “Do the job right, and if it’s not done right, then do it again.” This commitment to uncompromising quality goes hand in hand with putting the customer first. We are driven by a responsibility to our clients and our community to build the best possible environments where people can thrive. Through decades of experience, we have perfected time-tested processes and innovations that prioritize partnership and transparency and ensure we exceed the expectations of everyone we work with.

HGC Construction was an outstanding partner for our recent office refresh. From initial planning and budgeting through final punch list and completion, they communicated clearly with us every step of the way, they creatively tackled the unexpected challenges that come with any renovation project, and they did it all with a clear vision to deliver all our team was hoping to see.

Betsy Neyer

President and COO,
School Outfitters

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Community

We believe every contribution has the power to transform our community

A spirit of giving is ingrained in our culture. We donate not only funds and resources, but also our time and expertise to help build up the communities where we live and work. We are proud to be headquartered on Stanton Avenue in Cincinnati’s historic Walnut Hills neighborhood. And while every year we host Christmas on Stanton, where we invite local families to gather in our courtyard for gifts, hot cocoa and photos with Santa, our impact extends beyond our neighborhood community.

I have been coming to Christmas on Stanton for 20 years as the son of a long-time employee. Now as an adult, working at HGC, I’m able to appreciate the camaraderie and joy it brings to the neighborhood and employees alike.

Kevin G.

Senior Project Manager

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Sustainability

We believe building for the future makes the world a better place

Sustainability was a core tenet of our business long before it was best practice. When Richard J. Huseman founded his construction company in 1931, he routinely saved materials leftover from one project to use on the next. This helped control costs for both his company and his clients, a welcome benefit during the Great Depression. Today, this green approach continues to be a crucial element to building environments that will best serve generations for years to come.

Our in-house LEED-certified experts develop creative solutions to achieve sustainability goals while meeting client budgets. Our expertise spans a variety of markets, from commercial and residential buildings to schools and zoos.

We’ve led more than 100 projects that have received LEED certification or other industry recognitions.

A no-waste approach reflects our roots. Our heritage and Midwestern values established a solid foundation for the green revolution. We have built on that foundation. We have acquired strong technical training and on-the-job experience in green construction. In this revolutionary time, that — and honest hard work — has been the catalyst for HGC’s success.

Mike Huseman

CEO, Huseman Group

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Inclusion

Our company is built on a foundation of respect and the belief that everyone here brings something uniquely valuable to the table

Led by our Diversity and Awareness Committee, we strive to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace culture that values and celebrates the unique perspectives, backgrounds and contributions of all employees. From celebrating events like Construction Inclusion Week, when we host a luncheon for all our minority- and women-owned business partners, and Women in Construction Week, to holding Community Outreach events for our projects, we work hard to attract and retain a diverse workforce and foster inclusive environments that celebrate new perspectives and different ways of thinking. Our support of The Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council (OMSDC) helps to further foster relationships with minority owned businesses.

We have been firm in working with felons to reduce crime rates in our city and to show them there is hope and a second chance in life with a little hard work and dedication. HGC has truly played an extremely important role in helping us help our men back into the workforce, families and communities.

Seron Brooks

Founder and CEO

Sudden Change, LLC

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