Halford Busby

Halford Busby HB is a professional commercial construction cost estimation analysis, scheduling and project management firm.

HB is a professional construction management firm that provides consulting services to A&E industry, owners, bankers, lawyers and insurance industry.

Across Texas, projects are continuing to move from planning into reality—and we’re excited to be collaborating with team...
05/26/2026

Across Texas, projects are continuing to move from planning into reality—and we’re excited to be collaborating with teams helping shape that growth through cost insight and coordination.

In Dallas, Texas, the Exall Recreation Center, designed by Kirksey Architecture, progressing through schematic design. The approximately 23,800 SF facility is being shaped through community-focused planning centered on wellness, accessibility, indoor-outdoor connectivity, and flexible gathering spaces for recreation and programming. Features such as shaded courtyards, natural light, and outdoor gathering spaces are helping shape the project vision as it continues to evolve.

As construction cost consultants, we’re working alongside the design team throughout the early planning process to provide pricing guidance, evaluate priorities, and help inform key decisions as the project develops.

In San Antonio, the SAT Terminal C Parking Garage for the City of San Antonio and the San Antonio Airport System, led by project manager Garver, is in the final stages of Construction Documents. The approximately $117 million project supports a larger terminal expansion program totaling approximately 1.37 million GSF and includes a 7-story parking structure designed to support Terminal C operations, associated ground transportation functions, and future-ready infrastructure. The facility will also provide direct pedestrian connectivity to the terminal as part of the broader airport development effort.

We’re proud to support both project teams through cost expertise that informs thoughtful planning and decision-making across complex scopes, contributing to projects that will serve communities across Texas for years to come.

Project Flashback | University of Houston Innovation Hub 🎓Transforming the University of Houston Main Campus in Houston,...
05/19/2026

Project Flashback | University of Houston Innovation Hub 🎓

Transforming the University of Houston Main Campus in Houston, Texas, the former Technology Annex is being replaced by the new 81,500 SF Innovation Hub — a major step forward in the campus’s academic and research infrastructure. Designed by Page (now part of Stantec), the facility is positioned along the Arts Walk and will support collaboration, entrepreneurship, research, and applied learning.

The program brings together classrooms, labs, and flexible collaboration spaces within a connected academic environment focused on innovation and interdisciplinary exchange.

Halford Busby Construction Consultants provided cost estimating services from 2023–2024, supporting programming through design development with continuous cost modeling and validation as the project evolved.

We are proud to have supported a project contributing to the next generation of academic and research spaces at the University of Houston.

Are you an architect, engineer, owner, or municipality planning your next project? Give us a call at 281-920-1100 to see how we can support your team with reliable, data-driven cost insight.

Explore more of our experience at https://halfordbusby.com/

Learn more about this project at https://www.pagethink.com/projects/innovation-hub

📷 Page (now part of Stantec)

Industry Insight | AI and the Evolving Role of Construction EstimatingAI is becoming an increasingly influential factor ...
05/15/2026

Industry Insight | AI and the Evolving Role of Construction Estimating

AI is becoming an increasingly influential factor in construction estimating and preconstruction workflows across the A/E/C industry.

A recent Estimating Edge article by David Chapman highlights how AI tools are improving efficiency in areas such as quantity takeoffs, data analysis, and conceptual estimating.

While these technologies continue to evolve, reliable project budgeting still depends on experience, market awareness, and sound judgment — particularly during early design and planning phases.

Escalation, schedule pressure, and budget constraints continue to intensify. Early cost clarity remains critical.

Where do you see the balance between AI-driven tools and professional judgment in early-stage cost planning?

Read the full article: https://www.estimatingedge.com/the-rise-of-ai-in-construction-estimating/

One of the leading questions for contractors right now is what AI in construction estimating is going to look like. In this article, we'll review the direction of commercial bidding.

As Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) takes place in Houston, the industry’s focus on delivery, cost certainty, and ex...
05/05/2026

As Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) takes place in Houston, the industry’s focus on delivery, cost certainty, and ex*****on risk has never been more relevant.

Our newest LinkedIn post is live—highlighting how early-stage cost insight is necessary to drive better outcomes across complex energy and industrial projects.

Read it here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:ugcPost:7457517139357409283/

As Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) takes place in Houston, the industry’s focus on delivery, cost certainty, and ex*****on risk has never been more relevant. This article explores how today’s volatile energy and construction environment is reshaping early-stage decision-making—and why cos...

Project Flashback | Texas A&M University Equine Initiative, Phase II 🐎Located in College Station, Texas, this 258,000 SF...
04/14/2026

Project Flashback | Texas A&M University Equine Initiative, Phase II 🐎

Located in College Station, Texas, this 258,000 SF multi-structure equine facility — designed by Kirksey Architecture — was developed as part of Texas A&M’s Equine Initiative, with substantial completion achieved in 2018. The complex supported the university’s mission to advance equine research, education, and outreach, bringing together specialized facilities including nutrition labs, veterinary areas, barns, arenas, and support spaces into a unified campus environment.

Halford Busby Construction Consultants provided cost estimating services during the Schematic and Design phases for this highly specialized facility.

Proud to contribute to a project that supported innovation in equine science and education.

Thoughtful cost planning starts early. Call 281-920-1100 to learn how we can support your next project with reliable cost insight.

Explore more of our work at https://halfordbusby.com/

📷 Kirksey Architecture

To everyone who has played a part in our journey, we're grateful. Wishing you a wonderful Easter weekend!As our office w...
04/02/2026

To everyone who has played a part in our journey, we're grateful. Wishing you a wonderful Easter weekend!

As our office will be closed tomorrow, for urgent matters please email [email protected] or [email protected]

We’re excited to be part of Houston’s continued growth.In Tomball, Texas—right here in our own community—that momentum i...
04/01/2026

We’re excited to be part of Houston’s continued growth.

In Tomball, Texas—right here in our own community—that momentum is taking shape through projects that reflect the strength and character of the community.

The redevelopment of the First Baptist Tomball campus into Tomball Legacy Square is a key example—transforming a historic site into a future hub for arts, culture, and connection in collaboration with Studio RED Architects.

While not pictured here, a new intermediate school for Tomball ISD—approximately 130,000 square feet and designed to support over 1,200 students and 100+ faculty—is underway in collaboration with Huckabee, with completion anticipated in 2028.

We’re grateful to be part of the teams behind these projects, supporting a shared commitment to thoughtful planning, community impact, and long-term value through cost insight and expertise.

Connect with our team at 281-920-1100 or explore our work at halfordbusby.com.

Planning a project? Let’s make sure it starts off right.At Halford Busby Construction Consultants, we help clients stay ...
03/25/2026

Planning a project? Let’s make sure it starts off right.

At Halford Busby Construction Consultants, we help clients stay on time, on budget, and ahead of potential issues with expert cost estimating, scheduling, and consulting services.

With over 100 years of combined experience, our team is ready to support your project from day one.

📞 Call us today at 281-920-1100 to see how we can help with your next project.

Project Flashback | Spring Branch Memorial High School Additions & Renovations 🏫This 161,000 SF award-winning project in...
03/23/2026

Project Flashback | Spring Branch Memorial High School Additions & Renovations 🏫

This 161,000 SF award-winning project in Hedwig Village, Texas — recipient of the 2023 A4LE Project of Distinction Award — led by Stantec, transformed an active campus through strategic additions and renovations designed to enhance functionality, flexibility, and the overall student experience. Halford Busby Construction Consultants provided cost estimating services from Pre-Design through 50% Construction.

Proud to contribute to a project that elevates the learning environment for students and faculty for Spring Branch ISD.

Early cost insight makes a difference. Reach out at 281-920-1100 to see how we can bring clarity and confidence to your next project.

📷Richard Gremillion Photography

Explore more of our work at https://halfordbusby.com/

03/14/2026

Project Flashback | ADNOC Corporate Headquarters

Some projects stay relevant because the thinking behind them holds up.

The ADNOC Headquarters is a 1.9-million-square-foot, 75-story tower on Abu Dhabi’s Corniche and the global headquarters for one of the UAE’s most influential energy companies. Delivered to a LEED Gold standard, the project combined high-performance workplaces with significant technical complexity across nearly every floor.

Recognized with honors including CTBUH Awards of Excellence, an Architizer A+ Jury Award, a Middle East Architect Award, and an AIA Maryland Design Excellence Honor Award, the tower reflects the architectural collaboration of HOK and Page.

During 2012–2013, Halford Busby provided pre-construction cost consulting associated with the fit-out, supporting tender-stage documentation and early cost planning. The experience reinforced a core principle we still apply today: clarity early is essential on complex, high-rise projects.

To learn more about our trusted cost consulting, visit www.halfordbusby.com

Renderings courtesy of Page. Renderings represent design intent at the time of pre-construction.

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