Sectors

Industrial / Manufacturing / R&D

Documented national experience in advanced manufacturing, industrial, and R&D facility development.

The Sector

Industrial / Manufacturing / R&D

Industrial, advanced manufacturing, and R&D facility development is one of the highest-complexity, highest-consequence building types in commercial real estate. Specialized systems, demanding operational requirements, supply chain constraints, and unique regulatory environments make this sector a proving ground for owner-side development and construction management experience.

Advanced manufacturing and R&D facility demand has grown significantly, driven by domestic supply chain investment, EV and clean energy technology development, and national R&D program expansion.

Capabilities in This Sector

  • Industrial development strategy and site selection
  • Specialized system and infrastructure coordination
  • Entitlements and regulatory coordination
  • Design and engineering coordination for complex occupancies
  • Construction management for demanding schedules
  • Owner representation through commissioning and startup

Selected Experience

Documented project experience in this sector.

Rivian Automotive R&D Center

Redwood EV Recycling Facility

Nuro Robotics R&D Facility

Solarlink Panel Manufacturing

Multimatic Advanced Engineering R&D Facility

Moonwater West Industrial

Individual project roles and scope vary. Project-specific information available upon request.

Relevant Leadership

Scott Burdette's SDP platform has documented project experience in automotive R&D, EV manufacturing, robotics R&D, solar manufacturing, and advanced engineering facilities.

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