By maintaining a fully integrated, in-house team, we deliver a streamlined approach that enhances efficiency, accuracy, and overall project outcomes.
Unlike traditional construction models that depend on multiple outside firms, our team unifies civil, structural, and architectural design, along with rendering and surveying, under one roof—allowing us to move projects seamlessly from concept through construction.
Why In-House Design Matters
For clients, this structure delivers real, measurable advantages:
Aligned Goals
Our entire team operates under one roof with a shared commitment to the owner’s objectives. Without competing priorities from separate firms, decisions are made based on what’s best for the project—ensuring alignment from concept through completion.
Cost Savings
By partnering with an integrated design-build firm, owners can realize meaningful cost savings compared to traditional design-bid-build delivery methods. Unlike conventional models where multiple firms layer design fees and profit, our approach is centered on supporting construction—not driving design revenue. This alignment reduces overall design costs, with owners typically seeing savings in the range of 4–6% compared to traditional models.
Improved Accuracy and Coordination
By leveraging advanced design technologies alongside real-world construction expertise, we identify and resolve potential conflicts early. This proactive coordination reduces errors, minimizes rework, and results in a smoother construction process.
Better Cost Control
Because our design and construction teams collaborate from day one, projects are developed with budget in mind. This approach helps control costs, accelerate progress, and keeps projects aligned with financial expectations.
Faster Timelines and Fewer Delays
With design and construction professionals working side-by-side, decisions happen in real time. There’s no waiting on outside consultants or navigating communication gaps—keeping projects moving forward efficiently.
Faster, Smarter Decisions
Challenges are inevitable in construction. When your engineering and construction teams are fully integrated, solutions are developed quickly and with a clear focus on what’s best for the project.
Stronger Communication and Accountability
Clients benefit from a single, cohesive team managing the entire process. Instead of juggling multiple contacts, they work with one aligned group focused on delivering results.
A True Design-Build Advantage
Our in-house capabilities are a direct extension of our design-build philosophy—one rooted in collaboration, efficiency, and quality. By integrating architects, engineers, project managers, and skilled trades, we create a cohesive process that drives better outcomes.
This model also enhances flexibility at every stage. Whether adapting to site conditions, refining structural elements, or adjusting layouts mid-project, our team responds quickly to maintain momentum and minimize disruption.
About Janotta & Herner
Janotta & Herner is a regional design-build general contractor based in Northern Ohio, serving clients across a wide range of industries including industrial, warehousing, commercial, food-grade, healthcare, and community projects.
With a fully integrated, in-house team of architects, engineers, and designers, the company delivers complete design-build solutions. Backed by more than 100 skilled tradespeople, Janotta & Herner self-performs key scopes including sitework, concrete, masonry, steel fabrication and erection, specialty metals, carpentry, roofing, and siding.
From concept through completion, Janotta & Herner provides seamless, quality-driven solutions that bring efficiency, value, and certainty to every project.