About Us

Founding Group Builders Incorporated

When the company was sold in 1979, Lito decided to take on a different challenge. With initial capital from Charlie Cook, then Executive Secretary for the Contractors License Board, he was encouraged to get his own contractor license and start his own business. Along with Charlie, Lito was joined by five foremen from his former employer to build their first project, the Chandelier Condominium in Salt Lake, a seventeen-story building completed in just ten months.

Guiding Our Mission, Inspiring Our Vision, Upholding Our Values

Mission

It is our commitment to build projects based on quality work, within budget and schedule, to meet goals and expectations through comprehensive planning and team-oriented execution.

Vision

Earn trust through performance.

Quality

We pursue excellence in every project, with careful attention to detail, high standards, and a commitment to craftsmanship that ensures results built to last.

Integrity

Honesty and transparency are at the heart of our work. We build trust with our clients and partners by honoring our commitments and maintaining strong ethical standards.

Responsibility

We are committed to making a positive impact, taking accountability for our actions, and prioritizing the safety and well-being of our team, clients, and the community.

A message from the founder of Group Builders Inc.

Founder Lito Alcantra shares a brief message on Group Builders, Inc.’s journey, reflecting on its growth, core values, and dedication to quality and integrity that have shaped the company’s success.

“Passion and teamwork bring ideas to life”

We’ve built our company on a passion for our work and the drive to turn ideas into reality.

We deeply value the skills, talents, and dedication of our employees, who willingly offer their expertise in service to you. We are truly humbled by the support of our team, corporate professionals, and clients.

We look forward to many more successful collaborations with you and are excited to showcase these achievements on our website.

Lito Alcantara

Founder of Group Builders Inc.

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Dedicated Professionals Committed to Excellence

Complete Solutions for Every Build

 

From precision drywall installation to custom cabinetry and reliable fireproofing, we handle every aspect of construction with expertise and attention to detail.

Drywall

Acoustics

Fireproofing

Cabinets

Insulation

Millwork

Exterior Insulation Finish System

Lath and Plaster

Meet Our Talented Team

Anacleto “Lito” Alcantra 

President

Amado Sanchez

Chief Executive Officer, RME

Nestor Lazo

Chief Operating Officer

Tiffany Trang

Chief Financial Officer

Antonio “Noel” Santos

VP of Estimating

Ernesto “Ernie” Ponce

VP of Building & Carpentry

Melanio “Mel” Lorenzo

VP of Project Engineering

Celebrating Our Team and Supporters Behind Every Achievement

Our achievements are a testament to the dedication, skill, and hard work of our team, as well as the unwavering support of our clients and partners. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has contributed to our journey and success. Each award and recognition reflects the passion and commitment we share in creating quality projects and meaningful relationships. Thank you for being an integral part of our story.

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Honoring Excellence and Dedication

2016 Excellence in Safety Award

American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) awards Group Builders the 14th Biennial Governor’s Pacific Rim Safety & Health Conference “Excellence in Safety Award”.

2015 CFSEI DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS

Presented by: CFSEI
(Cold-formed Steel Engineers Institute)

2015 – Ranked number 113th as Hawaii’s TOP 250 Businesses & Non-profits

Presented by: Hawaii Business News

Building Industry

2015 – Ranked number17 as Hawaii’s TOP 25 Contractors

Presented by: Building Industry Magazine

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Presented by: First Insurance Company of Hawaii

Presented by: Building Industry Magazine

2014 – Ranked number 17 as Hawaii’s

TOP 25 Contractors

Presented by: Building Industry Magazine

2012 – Ranked number 19 as Hawaii’s

TOP 25 Contractors

Presented by: Building Industry Magazine

2010 – Ranked number 17 as Hawaii’s

TOP 25 Contractors

Presented by: Building Industry Magazine

2010 – TOP 250 Corporations in Hawaii
(Ranked 100th)

Presented by: Pacific Business News

2008 – Hawaii’s Best Places to Work
(Ranked 5th among large companies
– 150 employees or more)

Presented by: Hawaii Business Magazine

2007 – Ranked number 186 out of 600
Specialty Contractors in the U.S.

Presented by: Engineering News Records Magazine

2007 – Ranked 10 out of 25
General Contractors in Hawaii

Presented by: Hawaii Business Magazine

2006 – Outstanding Union Builder Award

Presented by: Hawaii Carpenters Union Local 745

2005 – Ranked number 14 among the

Top 25 General Contractors in Hawaii

Presented by: Hawaii Business Magazine – First Filipino company to be included in the 1999 business statistics

2005 – Ranked number 269 among the Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the U.S.

Presented by: Engineering News Record Magazine

 

2005 – Ranked number 153 amount the
Top 250 Companies in Hawaii

Presented by: Hawaii Business Magazine – First Filipino company to be included in the 1998 business statistics