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Powerbuilt Construction Inc.
Licensed Commercial Contractor for the Twin Cities MetroPowerbuilt Construction

Family-owned · Ham Lake Local

Licensed Commercial Contractor for the Twin Cities Metro

Full-scope commercial construction managed from initial design through final occupancy, under MN License #BC533891.

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Commercial Construction We've Managed Since 1995

Powerbuilt Construction has been managing commercial projects across the Twin Cities metro since 1995, under MN General Contractor License #BC533891. That's not a marketing claim, it's a verifiable record that spans restaurants, credit unions, school districts, federal facilities, and industrial operations. If your business needs a new facility built from the ground up, or an existing space redesigned to fit how you actually work, we manage every phase in-house, from initial design through final occupancy. Call Bob directly at (763) 331-2247 to talk through your project.

Commercial work is different from residential, and contractors who blur that line tend to miss what matters. Permitting timelines, occupancy classifications, ADA compliance, and contractor coordination all carry consequences that don't exist on a kitchen remodel. We've completed restaurant build-outs, professional office space remodeling, and industrial remodeling projects across the metro, and we've worn every hat on those jobs. Cost on a commercial project depends on occupancy type, square footage, existing conditions, finish requirements, and how much structural work the scope demands. Every job is different, so contact Powerbuilt Construction for an accurate estimate.

Our Track Record

Commercial Clients Across Every Sector

Over three decades, we've built and remodeled for clients ranging from fast-food chains to federal government facilities.

01

Restaurants and Food Service

Sarpinos Pizzaria (Champlin), Mansettis Pizza (St. Francis), Olive Garden (Bloomington and White Bear Lake), Subway (St. Louis Park), Ichebans Japanese Restaurant (Minneapolis), La Casitas Mexican Restaurant (Fridley). Full build-outs and interior redesigns.

02

Institutional and Government

Osseo School District (Osseo, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center), Maple Lake High School, General Services Administration at the Warren Burger Building in St. Paul. Projects where code compliance and project management aren't optional.

03

Retail and Auto

Discount Tire (Maplewood), RADCO Truck Accessories (Blaine), Danca Wyatt Auto Sales (Blaine), Electric Forklift (Ham Lake). Facility upgrades and ground-up construction for operations that can't afford downtime.

04

Financial and Professional

Superior Choice Federal Credit Union (Hermantown, MN and Superior, WI), American Family Insurance (New Brighton and Blaine), J.K. Property Management (Fridley and New Brighton), Efterfield Properties LLC (Minneapolis, Fridley, and Columbia Heights).

05

Religious and Community

Geeta Ashram Temple (Brooklyn Park), American Legion (Wayzata and Spring Lake Park). These projects demand sensitivity to how the space functions for the community, not just how it looks when construction ends.

06

Multi-Family and Development

Belle Meadows Townhomes (Belle Plaine), Kapak Corporation (St. Louis Park), The Greenwich Group (Eden Prairie and St. Paul), Minneapolis Impound. Development-scale work managed with the same accountability as a single-tenant build-out.

Our Process

What Full-Scope Management Actually Means

We don't hand off phases to whoever's cheapest that week. Every stage of your commercial project runs through the same team and the same license.

  1. 01

    Design and Pre-Construction

    We work with you from the first conversation through drawings, permits, and subcontractor selection. No surprises at the bid stage because we've already walked the site and asked the hard questions.

  2. 02

    Construction and Coordination

    Powerbuilt manages every trade on the job, whether that's framing, mechanical rough-in, finish carpentry, or exterior work. You deal with one contractor, not six separate companies with six separate schedules.

  3. 03

    Final Inspection and Occupancy

    We don't walk off the job at substantial completion. We carry the project through final inspections, punch list, and certificate of occupancy, because that's what on time and in budget actually means in commercial work.

Our Standard

Reputation Maintained Project by Project

financial and professional work, professional service in Ham Lake, MN
Our reputation is everything. That's not a phrase we put on a brochure, it's how the business actually runs. We make sure every commercial project goes smoothly, and if something doesn't go according to plan, we will work around the clock to make it right. Thirty-plus years in this market means the clients we've served could be the ones you call as a reference. A 4.9-star average across 27 Google reviews reflects residential and commercial work alike. If a commercial contractor won't give you references or point you to a verifiable license number, keep looking. Ours is BC533891, issued by the State of Minnesota, and it's been active since before most of the buildings we've remodeled were occupied the first time.

Types of Commercial Projects We Handle

  1. 01

    New Facility Construction

    Ground-up commercial builds, from site prep through final occupancy. We've built for food service, retail, and institutional clients across the metro.

  2. 02

    Tenant Build-Outs and Interior Redesigns

    Reconfiguring an existing commercial space to fit a new tenant or expanded operation, including structural modifications, partition walls, and finish work.

  3. 03

    Restaurant and Food Service Build-Outs

    Specialized work that requires coordinating kitchen ventilation, grease traps, health department inspections, and finish timelines that accommodate a business opening date. See our dedicated restaurant build-out page for specifics.

  4. 04

    Office and Professional Space Remodeling

    Updating aging office layouts, improving flow, adding conference space, or modernizing finishes without shutting a business down longer than necessary. Full details on our office space remodeling page.

Straight from Google

What Clients Say actually check

4.927 verified Google reviews
We are very impressed with Bob’s craftsmanship. We are down sizing and he has fixed multiple projects inside and outside to get ready to sell. I also had projects at the new house that he took care of. Definitely would recommend Bob.
Brenda BertramBrenda BertramAug 2026 · Google
Very good love my new bathroom. Greatly appreciate his ideas input really made my bathroom Come together. Thank you
Cheryl BonanderCheryl BonanderAug 2026 · Google
Bob has completed several projects for my clients on time, within price quoted and most of all with excellent results. I refer him to all clients needing work to make their property market ready. Bill Fix 30+ years with RE/MAX Results.
William FixWilliam FixAug 2026 · Google
Quality craftsmanship easy to work with and understand what the job is you want done. Great pricing i would highly recommend for the next job you want done.
Javier CarrascoJavier CarrascoAug 2026 · Google
Great customer service and gave me a very reasonable price
dylandylanAug 2026 · Google
Amazing quality communication and attention to details
Bob PowersBob PowersAug 2026 · Google
Experienced, prompt, dependable, accommodated homeowners requests!
JeanneJeanneAug 2026 · Google
The work was finished when he said it would be. Friendly and professional
Susan GroessSusan GroessAug 2026 · Google
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Why Businesses in the Metro Call Powerbuilt

There are contractors who say they do commercial work, and contractors who have actually managed institutional projects for federal agencies, school districts, and multi-location restaurant chains. Those aren't the same thing.

We've been doing the latter since 1995. MN License #BC533891 is how you verify it.
Licensed in Minnesota since 1995
License #BC533891, residential and commercial scope
Full-phase management
Design through certificate of occupancy, one contractor
Direct owner accountability
Bob Powers oversees every project personally
Verified track record
4.9 stars, 27 Google reviews, named client list on file

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Frequently asked questions

What types of commercial buildings has Powerbuilt Construction worked on?
The portfolio spans restaurants, retail stores, credit unions, school district facilities, federal government buildings, auto dealerships, multi-family housing, religious facilities, and industrial operations. Since 1995, we've managed projects for clients ranging from Osseo School District and the GSA's Warren Burger Building in St. Paul to regional restaurant chains and property management companies across the Twin Cities metro.
How does Powerbuilt handle commercial permitting in Minnesota?
We pull the permits. That's part of what MN License #BC533891 covers. Commercial permitting in Minnesota varies by occupancy classification, municipality, and project scope. Some tenant build-outs require multiple inspections from both the building department and the fire marshal. We've navigated that process across dozens of jurisdictions and we manage it as part of the project, not as an add-on you coordinate yourself.
Can Powerbuilt Construction manage a commercial project from design through occupancy?
Yes, and that's specifically how we operate. We don't hand you a framed shell and walk off. The scope runs from initial design and permitting through subcontractor coordination, inspections, and certificate of occupancy. You deal with one contractor and one point of accountability throughout. If something isn't right, we work around the clock to make it right before you take occupancy.
What is the difference between a commercial build-out and a commercial remodel?
A build-out typically starts with an unfinished or raw commercial space, like a shell suite in a strip mall or a vacant warehouse bay, and brings it up to a finished, code-compliant occupiable condition. A commercial remodel starts with an existing finished space and reconfigures or updates it, often while the business is partially operational. Both require commercial-grade permitting and coordination. We handle both project types.
How long does a commercial restaurant build-out typically take in Minnesota?
Timeline depends on the scope, the jurisdiction's permit review cycle, and how much structural or mechanical work is involved. A basic tenant improvement for food service might run 8 to 14 weeks. A ground-up facility takes longer, and a project that requires health department sign-off alongside building inspection adds time at the back end. We set realistic schedules at the outset and manage to them. Every job is different, so contact Powerbuilt Construction for an accurate estimate on your specific project.
Does Powerbuilt Construction work outside the Twin Cities metro for commercial projects?
We have. Superior Choice Federal Credit Union work was completed in both Hermantown, MN and Superior, WI. Maria Carrasco's review references a project in Iowa. For the right commercial scope, we'll travel. Most of our commercial work is concentrated in the Twin Cities metro and Anoka County corridor, but project location is worth a conversation before assuming it's outside our range. Call (763) 331-2247 to discuss.

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