The vision for Thrive Exchange extends far beyond a new building, it represents a transformative investment in South Chicago, creating affordable housing, neighborhood-serving retail, and opportunities for families to remain and thrive in the community they call home. Since the project's early planning stages, Cullen Construction Management has provided Owner's Representative services to DL3 Realty, supporting this complex mixed-use development from preconstruction through co

The Essentials of Construction Monitoring: Cullen CM understands the Importance of Construction Monitoring Services

Cullen Construction Management is honored to be recognized as a Best Workplaces 2026 winner! For the second year in a row, Cullen CM has won this prestigious title celebrating privately held, independent companies across the United States that demonstrate excellence in workplace culture, employee engagement, and benefits. This recognition reflects something we have always believed: our people are our greatest asset. Cullen Construction Management made the 2026 Best Workplaces

Community-first. That is the heartbeat behind Chicago’s next great neighborhood. Yesterday, the Reinsdorf and Wirtz families officially broke ground on the historic $7 billion 1901 Project marking the start of the largest private investment ever on Chicago's West Side. The Cullen Construction Management team is deeply honored to be part of the team supporting a monumental vision that puts local residents, parks, and shared spaces at the center of the community first plan. Ov

Managing a construction project is a complex and demanding task. From initial planning to final delivery, every step requires careful coordination, clear communication, and expert oversight. We understand the challenges involved and are here to share practical insights toward successful project completion. The Village of Tinley Park chose Cullen CM as the construction manager of their new community hub. The anticipated highlights of this project include Harmony Square with c

A successful groundbreaking ceremony is in the books for Start Early's new Educare Lake County School in Zion, IL. Since October 2023, Cullen Construction Management has been providing Owner’s Representative services. We advise Start Early as they navigate every phase of the project, from preconstruction through construction, with confidence, transparency, and the right team in place from day one. Understanding the Importance of Owner’s Representation For school districts and

Cullen CM is proud to have five team members and five projects recognized as finalists in the REjournals Illinois Real Estate Awards 2026. This year highlights the breadth of our work and the strength of the partnerships that bring these projects to life. We are thrilled with the 10x finalist nominations! We’re proud to help align vision, budget, and execution every step of the way—and even prouder of the partnerships behind these successes. Congratulations to all our clients

March 9, 2026 Cullen CM kicked off Women in Construction Week by highlighting the amazing women in the firm, including founder, Shaylyn Cullen , who demonstrates what it means to be a strong, confident, leader every day! 🎉 Did you know? The origins of WIC Week  date back over six decades? This years theme is " Level up, Build Strong. " We’re proud to celebrate the women of Cullen CM who bring a diverse skill set and strengthen our projects throughout Chicago and nati

Great public spaces don't happen by accident. They require careful planning, collaboration, and experienced project leadership. Harmony Square in Downtown Tinley Park is transforming how residents and visitors gather, celebrate, and experience the community, and Cullen Construction Management was proud to help make that vision a reality. Cullen Construction Management provided Owner's Representation services for The Village of Tinley Park on their new community plaza, Harmony

Join us for a PWC Member Connect at 1000M. Enjoy light breakfast bites & coffee on January 28, 2026 at 8:30AM while networking with fellow members at the first PWC Chicago Member Connect of 2026. This casual, high-value meet-up is an opportunity to deepen connections, exchange insights, and engage with industry peers in a dynamic, small-group setting. PWC Chicago 2026 Silver Sponsor Cullen CM is hosting this event at 1000M. Click here to register. Cullen CM served as Owner's

Cullen Construction Management is proud to announce that Project Executive Tony Guzman has been recognized as an ENR Midwest Top Young Professional , a prestigious honor awarded to industry leaders under 40 who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and service within the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors. Recipients are typically those redefining the industry through operational excellence, mentorship, community impact, and technological or proces

Our Behind the Build series takes a unique turn as we go Behind the Rehab! Cullen CM's Owners Representative and Construction Management...

Big News! We’re proud to share that Cullen Construction Management has been named one of Inc.’s Best Workplaces for 2025! This...

Cullen Construction Management's Behind the Build series offers an exclusive look into the meticulous planning & execution that defines our Owner's Representative and Construction Management consulting services, and the value we bring to clients on projects big and small. In this feature, we offer a sneak peak at Steven S. Wymer Hall — a state-of-the-art learning facility at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — where Cullen CM proudly serves as the Owner's Representative

We are very proud to celebrate the grand opening of 1000M Chicago , a monumental milestone almost a decade in the making! 🎉 This...

It was a big week for Cullen CM as we celebrated 3 different project milestones. We're thrilled for our development partners on this...