Whether building from the ground up or renovating an existing property, there comes the task of hiring a general contractor, a process businesses do not take lightly. Understandably, companies want to hire a contractor they can trust to complete the job efficiently, adhering to proper building codes and tailoring a project to best suit a business’ needs.
GDC is supported by father and son, Ramon and Erick Sanchez, and their long-time business partner, Gene Perry. The three principals have deep roots in Nevada. The company was founded in 1996 as an in-house company that built storage warehouses for Ramon Sanchez and Gene Perry’s steel supply company, P & S Metals, Inc. In 2001, when Erick joined the company as president at the age of 22, the business changed focus.
Today, GDC is a general contracting firm specializing in gaming resorts, hospitality projects, restaurants and bars, retail stores and office buildings, as well as government and public works projects, but the company sprouted from humble beginnings.
As part of its effort to secure new clients, GDC applied for and received certification as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). These designations have opened doors for the company, allowing GDC to get in front of project managers and decision makers to expand its client base.
Throughout the years, GDC’s service has gained the company repeat clients and a reputation as a reliable general contractor. The company’s high-profile clients include Station Casinos, City of Las Vegas, Clark County, Clark County School District, Harrah’s Entertainment, MGM Mirage, Nellis Air Force Base, Wynn Las Vegas and Young Electric Sign Company.
“Being certified as an MBE and DBE has allowed us to get a foot in the door,” said Erick Sanchez, president of GDC. “We’ve been fortunate enough to provide a sought-after service and take pride in offering quality results, which has allowed us to maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.”
While the company has grown substantially, it continues to seek new ways to develop further. With the unparalleled growth of Southern Nevada over the past fifteen years, new and long-established Las Vegas-based companies like GDC are renovating and building properties to accommodate business expansion and keep up with competitive trends.
