Design-forward expansion honors and strengthens the campus’s 130-year history through expert craftsmanship and careful preservation-minded planning

Jordan Foster Construction has completed the expansion of the historic Green Pastures estate at 811 W. Live Oak Street in South Austin, delivering a new 63-key boutique hotel, 417-person event center, and cottage that augments the landmark property, while preserving its historic character, mature landscape, and long-standing community use. The project adds modern infrastructure to the seven-acre site and marks a key milestone in the estate’s continued evolution.

The Inn at Green Pastures — Photo by La Corsha Hospitality Group

As a Texas-based construction firm with a local Austin-led expert team experienced in delivering complex, luxury hospitality projects, Jordan Foster Construction approached the expansion with a focus on integrating new development into the property’s existing character. The additions to the historic campus, including the three-story luxury lodging, event space and amenities, and cottage, were designed to sit seamlessly alongside Mattie’s, the 130-year-old Victorian farmhouse that anchors the estate’s architectural heritage, without diminishing its historic presence. Construction was carefully planned and executed in a densely vegetated environment, with limited site access for machinery, and a continuously active campus where restaurant operations, events, and daily public use continued throughout the project.

Jordan Foster Construction’s expertise and adaptability ensured the success and completion of the new structures that enhance the campus’ long-term functionality, while preserving the history that makes Green Pastures a defining part of Austin’s architectural landscape.

“It’s especially meaningful for our team of Austin-based experts to contribute to such an iconic project within the community,” said Jack Means, Senior Project Manager at Jordan Foster Construction. “The site presented challenges you don’t see on a typical job, but that’s exactly where our team thrives. A property like this demands precision, respect, and thoughtful craftsmanship, and our team took immense pride in ensuring every decision and detail supported the integrity of the estate and its long-term vision,” said Means.

The Inn at Green Pastures — Photo by La Corsha Hospitality Group

Green Pastures has been a fixture of Austin’s cultural and architectural landscape since the late 1800s. Originally built as a family farmhouse in 1895, the property evolved over the decades into a gathering place, a symbol of local values, and one of the region’s most recognizable heritage sites. The expansion honors that legacy by purposefully integrating new construction into the estate’s historic architecture, ensuring it continues to serve the community while adapting to Austin’s ongoing growth.

Executing an expansion of this scale on a historic site required a high level of engineering judgment, planning, and environmental sensitivity. Early in the project, Jordan Foster Construction identified that the existing street utilities, particularly the sanitary and storm systems, were substantially higher than documented, making them incompatible with the city’s updated building codes, requiring the team to lead a complete redesign and replacement of the storm sewer, extending nearly a quarter mile beyond the property. This improvement not only enabled the Green Pastures expansion but also strengthened infrastructure for the surrounding neighborhood, providing long-term community benefits. Jordan Foster Construction’s ability to manage this unexpected challenge, while maintaining alignment with safety standards and project goals, reflects the expertise required on a site of this historical significance.

The completion of the new development reflects the long-standing partnership between Jordan Foster Construction and the property’s ownership group, who have spent nearly a decade planning phased improvements to the Green Pastures campus. With this milestone now in place, planning is underway for future phases, including a forthcoming spa and an additional lodging component expected to begin development in 2026.

The Inn at Green Pastures — Photo by La Corsha Hospitality Group

About Jordan Foster Construction

Jordan Foster Construction is a Texas-based construction firm with more than 50 years of experience delivering civil infrastructure, commercial, and multifamily projects across the state. The company’s commercial portfolio includes millions of square feet of completed office, retail, industrial, and warehouse space, as well as the construction of over 22,000 parking garage spaces and more than 30,000 hospitality units. Jordan Foster’s infrastructure work spans extensive TxDOT, federal, and public-sector projects, including the placement of millions of yards of concrete and the installation of elevated concrete decks for highways, bridges, and airfields. In the multifamily sector, the firm has delivered over 80,000 apartment units, 22 HUD communities, and more than 10,000 student housing beds.  Across all divisions, Jordan Foster Construction is recognized as one of the nation’s safest construction companies, known for its technical expertise, self-performance capabilities, and commitment to safety, accountability, and long-term community impact. 

An integrated facility designed by RVK Architects provides a holistic space for veteran health and wellness.

Endeavors proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new  Health & Wellness Center in El Paso, a first-of-its-kind Health & Wellness Center built by Jordan Foster Construction and designed by RVK Architects. The new center expands Endeavors’ mission of promoting the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of Veterans, military service members, first responders and their families through compassionate, community-based care.

A Mission Realized Through Design and Craftsmanship

Building on the success of Endeavors’ San Antonio Health & Wellness Center, the El Paso facility was designed to reflect the region’s distinctive architectural and cultural identity. The 42,000-square-foot building reflects the Bhutanese architectural style, an homage to the University of Texas at El Paso’s iconic campus design and the community of El Paso. This approach required precise craftsmanship, intricate façade detailing, and extensive coordination between the RVK Architects and Jordan Foster Construction.

“The El Paso Wellness Center stands as a symbol of collaboration and purpose,” said Ash Kamath, Vice President of Jordan Foster Construction. “Endeavors, RVK, and our team worked hand-in-hand to create a space that supports healing, reflects the local community, and advances wellness for Veterans, military service members, first responders and their families.”

“With our roots in El Paso and a 40-plus year presence in San Antonio, this project represents more than construction; it represents connection,” said Roy Raines, President of Jordan Foster Construction’s Building Group. “Endeavors’ investment in El Paso builds a powerful link between the two communities, united in their commitment to caring for our nation’s heroes and their families.”

Spaces That Heal and Connect

Inside, the facility combines medical, behavioral health, fitness, and community engagement spaces under one roof, providing El Pasoans with access to integrated wellness services. A Skyfold partition system allows the community room to convert into multiple areas or open into one expansive space, supporting flexibility for programs and events.

Designed for Sustainability and Accessibility

Sustainability was a priority throughout design and construction. Deep roof overhangs, strategic shading, and the use of native desert landscaping minimize heat gain, improve comfort, and reduce long-term energy use. Every exterior and interior pathway was designed to ensure full accessibility, reinforcing Endeavors’ commitment to inclusion and care for all.

Celebrating El Paso’s Culture and Spirit

The interior celebrates El Paso’s unique sense of place through custom art and material selection. Highlights include living moss walls shaped like mountain peaks and a backlit resin art installation inspired by El Paso’s “Star on the Mountain.” In the main lobby, Jordan Foster’s in-house signage team created a custom relief mural depicting the Franklin Mountains—a handcrafted expression of local pride and craftsmanship.

A Shared Vision for Service

From early site selection through final construction, collaboration among Endeavors, RVK, and Jordan Foster Construction was guided by shared values of integrity, teamwork, and compassion. Together, the partners delivered a facility that will serve as a model for future health & wellness centers, a place of connection, care, and hope for those who have served our country.

“This center represents more than a project, it represents the heart of a community,” said Chip Fulghum, CEO of Endeavors. “With RVK and Jordan Foster Construction, we built a space where people can find connection, healing, and hope, and where our faith-driven promise to serve is lived out every day.”

This structured roadmap empowers employees to see what’s possible, access training and mentorship, and advance with confidence. In an industry where career progression has often been unclear, this program redefines growth in construction—offering not just projects to complete, but careers to build.

The Career Pathway ensures succession planning is intentional. With defined tracks, personalized training plans, and open communication, JFC equips today’s employees to become tomorrow’s leaders. Beyond technical skills, the program fosters the behavioral, relational, and leadership capabilities that will carry the company forward. As employees feel valued and supported, they see their growth as inseparable from Jordan Foster’s success.

Leading the program is Training and Development Manager Valerie Cortez, who serves as both architect and guide. She connects employees with the resources, mentors, and opportunities they need—bridging potential with possibility. Valerie brings more than a decade of experience in education, leadership, and business ownership, blending her ability to design learning that sticks with her entrepreneurial drive to build sustainable systems and inspire growth.

By empowering employees with clarity, training, and support, Jordan Foster is shaping a stronger company and a brighter future—one where every role, whether in the field or office, has the potential to grow into leadership.

Project Success Highlights Advanced Value Engineering, Craftsmanship, and Safety Excellence 

At a Glance:

• Jordan Foster Construction earned the ABC South Texas Eagle Award for its work on the Mariposa Medical Office Building, a four-story, 110,000-square-foot healthcare facility in Westover Hills.
• The team overcame significant site constraints on a tight 0.75-acre footprint and successfully navigated 62 added scope-driven days, yet still delivered the project on schedule and to exceptional quality standards.
• Through innovative planning, extensive value engineering that reduced a $2M projected overage to just $53,946, and strong partner collaboration, Jordan Foster delivered a facility that elevates San Antonio’s growing medical corridor.

SAN ANTONIO (November 24, 2025) — Jordan Foster Construction has announced the honor of receiving the Eagle Award at the 33rd Annual Excellence in Construction Awards, the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) South Texas Chapter’s highest recognition. 

The Excellence in Construction program celebrates the region’s most outstanding construction achievements, highlighting exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and project delivery. Jordan Foster received the top distinction for its work on the Mariposa Medical Office Building, a four-story, 110,000-square-foot healthcare facility located in Westover Hills, one of San Antonio’s fastest-growing healthcare corridors. 

The award recognizes Jordan Foster Construction’s exceptional performance in technical execution, coordination, and client value. The project required unusually high precision due to its tight 0.75-acre footprint. To navigate these constraints, the construction team implemented extensive planning strategies, including shared site logistics with Methodist Hospital, weekly superintendent meetings, and detailed scheduling reviews—to maintain safe, efficient, and organized operations.

The firm also led an intensive value engineering effort when late-stage design selections produced a projected budget overage exceeding $2 million. Through careful evaluation of materials, system modifications, and long-term performance considerations, Jordan Foster successfully reduced the overage to nearly $54,000 while maintaining aesthetic and functional objectives.

Jordan Foster’s commitment to craftsmanship was reflected in its comprehensive quality assurance approach, which included full-scale mock-ups, first-install inspections, and weekly trade partner meetings. These measures ensured architectural consistency across complex features, including the granite monumental stair, multi-story curtain wall systems, custom millwork, curved interior finishes, and specialized acoustic treatments.

Throughout construction, the team resolved multiple challenges, including rerouting the sprinkler system to preserve ceiling heights and tenant flexibility, resequencing workflows to accommodate delayed material selections, and maintaining operational continuity amid overlapping access, power, and delivery needs with the neighboring general contractor. These proactive decisions protected the building’s performance and upheld architectural integrity.

“This award is a testament to the dedication and problem-solving mentality our teams bring to every project,” said Roy Raines, President of Jordan Foster Construction’s Building Group. “The Mariposa Medical Office Building presented unique challenges, but our team met them with the highest level of craftsmanship, coordination, and integrity. We are honored to partner with outstanding clients, architects, and trade professionals who share our commitment to excellence, and this recognition reflects not only the quality of the finished building, but the collaboration and hard work that made it possible,” said Raines.

The completed Mariposa Medical Office Building is a pivotal addition to San Antonio’s growing medical corridor. It solidifies Jordan Foster Construction’s position as a regional leader in complex healthcare and commercial construction. The ABC Eagle Award underscores the firm’s dedication to advanced project management, technical excellence, and providing maximum value to clients, qualities that continue to shape the built environment across Texas.

To learn more about Jordan Foster Construction’s core values and portfolio, visit their website at www.jordanfosterconstruction.com.

About Jordan Foster Construction

Jordan Foster Construction is a Texas-based construction firm with more than 50 years of experience delivering civil infrastructure, commercial, and multifamily projects across the state. The company’s commercial portfolio includes millions of square feet of completed office, retail, industrial, and warehouse space, as well as complex urban and adaptive reuse projects that breathe new life into existing structures. Jordan Foster’s infrastructure work spans extensive TxDOT, federal, and public-sector projects, including the placement of millions of yards of concrete and the installation of elevated concrete decks for highways, bridges, and airfields. In the multifamily sector, the firm has delivered over 80,000 apartment units, 22 HUD communities, and more than 10,000 student housing beds. Across all divisions, Jordan Foster Construction is recognized as one of the nation’s safest construction companies, known for its technical expertise, self-performance capabilities, and commitment to safety, accountability, and long-term community impact.

Kerrville, TX – As Kerr County continues its long recovery from devastating floods along the Guadalupe River, the construction industry has demonstrated the power of partnership and community. Several of Jordan Foster Construction’s trusted partners, including White Cap, Diverse Construction Group, and Hytera, quickly mobilized to provide resources, manpower, and hope to those impacted.

White Cap responded immediately, donating thousands of dollars’ worth of cleaning and PPE supplies that Jordan Foster team members delivered to Camp CAMP in Kerrville. These supplies were critical to the early cleanup efforts. “At White Cap, we truly value our community partnerships. We stand strong together to support the recovery efforts for the people of Texas,” said Rye Dugosh, National Sales Manager for White Cap.

Diverse Construction Group deepened their support by joining the response efforts on the ground. Their team joined forces with Texas State Representative Josie Garcia in cleanup operations and supported search and rescue efforts. “This recovery is about neighbors helping neighbors,” said Dario Hernandez, Owner of Diverse Construction. “With the support of partners like Hytera, Family Powersports, Jordan Foster, The Tow Pros, Aqua Eye, and so many others, we were able to respond faster and more effectively.”

Hytera contributed to the collaborative effort by equipping Diverse Construction with radios, ensuring clear communication during critical search and rescue missions. “Moments like these remind us that our industry is at its best when we come together,” said Ryan Ousley, Sales Engineer at Hytera.

Jordan Foster employees also played a role, organizing a companywide donation drive to replace camp supplies lost in the flood. Camp CAMP received new toys, activity materials, learning resources, and electronics, small but powerful tools in restoring a sense of normalcy for children and families.

“The outpouring of support from our community has been deeply moving. At CAMP, we serve children and adults with disabilities, and every program we offer helps provide joy, independence, and new experiences for our campers, as well as much-needed respite for their parents and caregivers,” said  Susan Osborne, CEO of Camp CAMP, “The generosity of the team at Jordan Foster Construction, coming together to purchase so many items from our Amazon Wish List, ensures we can continue creating inclusive, year-round programming.

Together, these contributions demonstrated how collective action can help work toward turning tragedy into resilience. Kerr County continues its road to recovery, and the construction industry will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder in that effort.

“At Jordan Foster, we believe in Building Texas Together,” said Roy Raines, Jordan Foster Construction Building Group President. “It’s the strength of all of us together to step forward and make a difference in times like these.”

El Paso, TX – Schneider Electric, a global leader in electrical components, digital automation, and energy management, is advancing a major expansion of its El Paso manufacturing campus. Jordan Foster Construction has been the general contractor and trusted partner throughout the master planning and design phases, collaborating closely with Schneider Electric and Plexxar Investments to modernize and expand the company’s electrical equipment facilities, ensuring they align with Schneider Electric’s growing operational needs.

Since first partnering with Schneider Electric in 2020—and completing the company’s most recent building in 2022—Jordan Foster Construction has built a strong, collaborative relationship. For this expansion, the team took a proactive approach, thoroughly evaluating current manufacturing operations to understand space requirements and workflows. This insight has guided the reconstruction of efficient, purpose-built manufacturing spaces tailored to Schneider Electric’s production processes. The project adds a sixth building to the campus, addressing the need for increased manufacturing capacity and accommodating updated equipment critical to the company’s continued growth.

Jordan Foster Construction’s involvement extends beyond traditional construction, with the Building Group providing design and constructability reviews to ensure the new facility incorporates the latest manufacturing capabilities. This strategic partnership supports Schneider Electric’s adoption of innovative building approaches that enhance efficiency and long-term adaptability. A notable example is the work of Jordan Foster Construction’s in-house Infrastructure Group, which accelerated the schedule and reduced on-site congestion by prefabricating retaining wall frames off-site. These components are being built off-site and delivered for rapid installation, minimizing disruption and keeping the project on track.

This collaboration between Schneider Electric, Plexxar Investments, and Jordan Foster Construction is laying the groundwork for the next phase of growth at the El Paso campus, positioning Schneider Electric as a global leader in its field and ensuring it remains competitive and ready to meet future market demands.

El Paso, TX – El Paso Electric (EPE) has selected Jordan Foster Construction’s Commercial and Infrastructure divisions to expand their Eastside Operations Center (EOC) Facility. This partnership showcases a shared commitment to meeting the growing energy demands of the Eastlake Boulevard area, driven by recent residential, retail, and industrial development and growth.

Ash Kamath, Vice President of Commercial Division at Jordan Foster, said, “Jordan Foster Construction has partnered with El Paso Electric to build an expansion to their existing facility to align with their goals of long-term reliability and operational security of our region’s energy supply.”

The EOC Facility Expansion is a significant milestone in EPE’s efforts to deliver reliable electricity. This critical upgrade will strengthen EPE’s power grid by reducing voltage from high-capacity transmission lines, ensuring efficient power distribution to meet the energy needs of residents and businesses. The expansion will enhance energy delivery to critical areas, enabling EPE to maintain safe, reliable, and innovative energy operations that adapt to the community’s evolving needs. This investment marks a proactive step towards enhancing the reliability and resilience of the company’s energy systems.

As the lead general contractor, Jordan Foster’s commercial division oversees the EOC plans and designs in partnership with design teams, prioritizing time management and budget considerations, particularly in the face of rising costs. On the infrastructure side, the skilled internal concrete team is building a strong foundation that enhances both functionality and durability—improving the site through essential civil improvements, including dirt work, grading, pond upgrades and the construction of robust concrete structure walls for tilt-ups.

Jordan Foster Construction draws inspiration from EPE’s mission, which embodies a commitment to creating a brighter, more sustainable future for its service region. Their dedication to investing in high-quality, impactful infrastructures align perfectly with a shared vision for lasting community development. Together, with a shared sense of purpose, we are forging a path toward resilience, innovation, and well-being. As a community-connected construction company, Jordan Foster Construction seizes the opportunity to partner in these transformative efforts, ensuring that our work today lays the groundwork for a better tomorrow.

El Paso, TX – Leaders from El Paso County, Huitt Zollars Architects, and Jordan Foster Construction gathered to sign the final beam in the Fabens Airport Hangar, marking the completion of three hangar buildings.

“The beam signing is a testament to the collaborative spirit and shared vision of all those involved in this important project for our region,” said John Goodrich, President of the Infrastructure Division at Jordan Foster. The increase in air traffic that the hangar provides to and through El Paso County will benefit the local agricultural community and serve as a significant tool for economic development.

This project exemplifies the powerful synergy between the two divisions of Jordan Foster Construction, all driven by a shared vision: to transform the site with innovative vertical and horizontal designs. The commercial division has successfully constructed three state-of-the-art hangars, each covering 100 square feet, while the infrastructure division is committed to developing a robust concrete taxiway and a reliable asphalt access road. Additionally, they are not only integrating essential utility services but also upgrading the outdated sewage system with a modern 8-inch sanitary sewer line, ensuring a sustainable and efficient future for the site.

“The Fabens Hangar project is more than a space to house aircraft—it stands as a testament of our commitment to technological innovation, educational opportunity, and meaningful community engagement in the field of aerospace engineering.” said Ash Kamath, Vice President of Commercial Division at Jordan Foster. This partnership addresses not only our current requirements but also strategically positions the site for future growth, with potential for additional hangars and enhanced interior facilities. The interior design of the hangars will feature educational spaces, including classrooms, developed in collaboration with community partners such as the University of Texas at El Paso’s aerospace program. This initiative not only fosters workforce development but also deepens our commitment to the community, creating a lasting impact for all involved.