Delivering Unparalleled Expertise in Project Development
With over two decades of dedicated service in Atlanta's dynamic construction landscape, Vandermeer Management stands as your trusted partner for success.
The Vandermeer Difference
Vandermeer Management elevates your commercial construction project with a deep understanding and a commitment to excellence. We appoint a team of expert design and construction professionals with diverse backgrounds and skillsets to ensure your project's success. Our approach begins with a meticulously planned schedule, breaking down the complex process into clear, manageable milestones.
Upon selection, we customize our management approach to align with your preferences— offering complete involvement or engagement solely for critical tasks, based on your needs. Every project is treated as if the budget and the building itself were our own, underscoring our unwavering dedication to cost-effectiveness and uncompromising quality.
Our Mission
We manage our clients' commercial construction projects with the same level of care and dedication as if they were our own, allowing them to concentrate on their core business activities.
Our Services
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Each project kicks off with a discovery session with our client, where we dig deep to understand their program needs and budget considerations. Once we have a clear picture, we gather a team of design and construction professionals to set the stage for the project, including the program, schedule, and budget.
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Tailored to each client's unique needs, Vandermeer Management offers a range of flexible approaches. We diligently oversee a series of design and budget evolutions to bring their vision to life, or we can collaborate on an efficient fast-track design, bid, and build strategy. Throughout this process, we expertly manage permitting and material procurement concurrently with the finalization of the design.
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In the realm of daily construction management, Vandermeer Management plays a pivotal role as the owner's trusted representative. Our multifaceted approach encompasses oversight of design, construction, technology integration, and furniture requirements for the project.
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At Vandermeer Management, we offer an extensive suite of close-out services, encompassing owner training on new equipment, meticulous record document turnover, comprehensive contract finalization, and financial closure. Though this administrative process may appear daunting, it plays a pivotal role in guaranteeing the success of the project.
Company Leadership
Owner, Bert van der Meer oversees the company with 20 years of experience in the construction industry and the management of projects ranging from small commercial restorations to Atlanta's Mercedes Benz stadium. After graduating from the University of Florida's Rinker School of Construction Management, Bert joined Holder Construction where he managed multi-million-dollar projects throughout the Southeast region of the United States. In 2019 Bert came home to Atlanta to help develop Trident Construction Group where he facilitated over 100% company growth.
Throughout Bert’s career he continued to recognize a common theme with successful construction projects: excellent owner representation. It was this appreciation that led to the formation of Vandermeer Management where Bert continues to pursue his passion for building by leading projects on behalf of his clients.
Bert van der Meer
Luke Norris
Director
Luke’s extensive experience in the construction industry, logistics and the military demonstrate his keen attention to detail and eye towards improving efficiencies, which enabled him to successfully complete jobs in a timely manner and within budget. His ability to build successful teams and supervise staff lends itself to excellent coordination with clients, contractors and field staff alike. Luke’s effective communication with clients and external stakeholders underscores his capacity to build and maintain valuable relationships in a professional setting.
Otto Johnson
Owner of Palmer Development Group
Retained for Management of Park Place on Peachtree Project
With over 15 years industry experience, Otto has successfully delivered projects for blue-chip corporations, real estate investors, educational institutions, and governmental agencies.
Otto’s career experience includes owners’ representation positions with Cushman & Wakefield, Yamaha Motor Corporation, the College Football Hall of Fame, Kennesaw State University, and Georgia World Congress Center Authority.
Otto’s knowledge and experience includes strategic planning and budgeting; oversight and management of third-party vendors such as architects, engineers, and contractors; diligent monitoring and managing of processes and timelines; and obtaining approvals and ensuring compliance with thorough reporting and documentation.
Experience
Market: Cultural & Religious
This project encompasses the renovation of two connected buildings referred to as the Education Building and Sanctuary Building and surrounding site of approximately 3 acres located at 1994 Clairmont Road, Decatur, Georgia. The exterior improvements include a new Porte Cochere and parking lot.
Architect: Lord Aeck Sargent
General Contractor: Metro Green
Clairmont Presbyterian Church
Complex Waterproofing | Maintained Occupied Facilities | Complex Exterior Site Improvements
This project encompasses the renovation of two connected buildings referred to as the Education Building and Sanctuary Building and surrounding site of approximately 3 acres located at 1994 Clairmont Road, Decatur, Georgia. The exterior improvements include a new Porte Cochere and parking lot.
Architect: HGOR, SDA (Smith Dalia), WJE (Weiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.), and Harrison Design
General Contractor: Gay Construction Company
Park Place on Peachtree Condominium
Associate, Inc.
Our latest project was for an Undisclosed Data Center Developer via our client: Verity Commercial. Vandermeer Management provided design management, zoning and permit procurement services for an undisclosed developer in Douglasville, GA. The development included two, three story data centers, totaling over 800,000 SF of core and shell space.