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Crescent Communities Construction leadership team brings to the table 75 years of experience and a proven track record of over performance.
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We deliver excellence — high quality, on time, on budget and having met or exceeded our client’s expectations. Our leadership team’s vision and experience combined with our outstanding performance and reputation make us a trusted partner that adds value to every investment.
CURRENT MARKETS
Crescent Communities Construction is currently building in Charlotte, Raleigh, Tampa, Orlando and Nashville, while continuing to seek new opportunities in cities across the country. Our history, experience and genuine commitment to quality workmanship are just a few of the attributes that differentiate Crescent Communities Construction.
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Our Communities
Crescent Communities Construction is currently building in Charlotte, Raleigh, Tampa, Orlando and Nashville, while continuing to seek new opportunities in cities across the country. Our history, experience and genuine commitment to quality workmanship are just a few of the attributes that differentiate Crescent Communities Construction.
Exhibiting the beauty and charm of European estates, NOVEL Ballantyne raises the bar for residential living with a one-of-a-kind apartment living experience that you’ve only dreamed of. From the bold first impression of our architecture, to the precisely executed details that may not get noticed right away, NOVEL Ballantyne brings curated design and artful experiences to life, welcome to a home where residents can both participate in, and simply enjoy, being part of a bespoke community that is truly one of a kind.
Located in the heart of the Research Triangle, NOVEL Cary introduces a new way to enjoy life. Completed by unparalleled amenities, NOVEL is grounded around a shared culinary appreciation, inspiring connections and creating community through culinary pleasure. From the gardens on our grounds, to the community pantry and our integrated cafe and social club, NOVEL Cary celebrates the nourishment to body and soul that good food and drink create.
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As part of the newest destination in South End, NOVEL LoSo Station will be your front porch to richer interactions and experiences. Situated within the 15-acre multi-use LoSo Station development, NOVEL LoSo Station will reside amongst creative office space, best in class retail and dining, a boutique hotel and outdoor public entertainment and green spaces. Pushing beyond the trend of the month to compel and inspire deeper connection, NOVEL LoSo Station offers a unique lifestyle designed for residents but open to all.
NOVEL Research Park is your everyday retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With refined homes that embrace the best of outdoor living, NOVEL Research Park residents just have to open their front door to feel completely at home. Whether it's playing fetch with your pup in our sizable dog park, grilling out by our zero-entry pool, or watching the sunset from our fire pit, our unique community located in the heart of Research Park offers space for everyday recreation, reflection and relaxation.
This Community is NGBS Certified - Bronze Level.
Novel Providence Farm is a place where people can gather and discover something new in a culinary-inspired atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Charlotte. Inside the energy of a new town center, here, modern living spaces, dining and shopping are tied together by a sense of community. With a demonstration kitchen, garden, outdoor cooking and dining areas for community use, Novel Providence Farm has a distinct urban vibe that redefines farm living. Welcome to Charlotte’s only community designed to celebrate food, family and friends.
This Community is NGBS Certified - Bronze Level.
13-building Crescent Cool Springs has a village-like design that creates an urban feel with convenient suburban features including a selection of tuck-under garages and nearly 5 million square feet of nearby retail in Cool Springs.
Direct access to pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, walking and biking trails will provide connectivity for residents to the commercial spaces and rich amenities within the Crescent Cool Springs community. The community's numerous outdoor amenity spaces feature a resort-style pool, fire pits, gas grilling areas and walking paths that complement the state-of-the-art fitness center with dedicated CrossFit gym to cater to residents' active lifestyles. Apartment homes are being outfitted with granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms, luxury vinyl wood flooring, stainless steel appliances and USB outlets that allow residents to easily re-charge.
This Community is NGBS Certified - Bronze Level.
Altamonte Gateway is approximately 65 acres planned for 1.2 million SF of office, a 190-room hotel and 250 multi-family units, which are currently under construction with delivery slated for February, 2016. The Gateway activity center, adjacent to the Maitland Center office submarket, enjoys tremendous access and visibility from Maitland Boulevard, with direct access to Interstate 4, SR 429, and Metro Orlando’s beltway. With the Gateway Drive now open and connecting SR 434 to Keller Road, several pads are available for development; six (6) office building pads with 180,000 SF along with its complimentary structured parking; a 190 key hotel pad with Maitland Boulevard frontage; a 2.7 acre retail pad with entitlements for up to 15,000 square feet, ideal for ancillary office services.
Crescent Commercial Mixed/Use and Crescent Multifamily have teamed up to develop this beautiful, 63 acre site at Senator Royall and Mallard Creek Church Road. Located just 10 miles from Uptown Charlotte, with prime location at the first intersection off of Interstate 85, Alexander Village brings true mixed use to the University Research Park. Crescent Alexander Village, Crescent’s Multifamily project, is open and available for lease. Retail and office pads are available for build to suit, sale and lease.
This Community is NGBS Certified - Bronze Level.
Whether you’re lounging at the resort-style zero-entry swimming pool or watching your favorite show in the state-of-the-art media room, you’ll feel right at home at Crescent Crosstown. Our warm, modern interiors are more than just a place to rest your head. Filled with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a private patio or balcony, these Brandon, FL apartments were designed with you in mind.
NOVEL University Place brings refined, waterfront living to the heart of University City. Just steps from the J.W. Clay Blvd. Station and miles of greenway trails, this vibrant community offers studio to three-bedroom homes with luxury finishes and scenic lake views. Surrounded by shops, dining, and culture—and featuring exceptional amenities and access to a reimagined waterfront park—NOVEL University Place is where comfort, connection, and convenience come together in Charlotte’s dynamic second city center.
NOVEL Mallard Creek is a modern, lodge-inspired retreat nestled in a lush, wooded setting near Mallard Creek Church Road in Charlotte, North Carolina. Perfectly positioned just minutes from University City, UNC Charlotte and the Innovation Park business district, this community offers the ideal balance of peaceful living and convenient access to work, shopping, and dining. Surrounded by mature trees, winding streams, and scenic walking trails, NOVEL Mallard Creek provides a refreshing escape from the hustle of urban life. Spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartment homes bring the tranquility of nature right to your door, while thoughtful amenities like a fitness club, outdoor fire pits, and gathering spaces support a lifestyle centered on self-care, connection, and ease.
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NOVEL Morrisville is located within a walkable master-planned, multi-use community that is anchored by the Wake Competition Center sports complex, a multi-sport facility and practice home of the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes. The community is also adjacent to Apple’s upcoming campus at Research Triangle Park, Lake Crabtree, Perimeter Park, and the RDU airport. The four-story building will offer 336 for-rent residences, featuring ten townhomes and a mix of studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes.
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Welcome to RENDER Stockbridge—where Southern charm meets modern convenience just 30 minutes from Atlanta. Nestled in a vibrant community near local favorites like Panola Mountain State Park and the Atlanta State Farmers Market, RENDER Stockbridge offers stylish one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences with contemporary finishes and thoughtful amenities, all designed to fit your lifestyle and keep you connected to everything you love.
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NOVEL Davidson will offer residents a tranquil community in the charming town of Davidson, with walkability to restaurants and shops on Main Street and convenient access to employment, healthcare, top ranked schools, and everyday conveniences. The community includes 237 for-rent residences with a pool, walking trails, and an abundance of green space.
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The magic of a great city lies in the inspiring collisions it creates—smells, sounds, cultures, personalities, lifestyles, and experiences. A city allows you to connect, explore, and engage with something new, different, and exciting. It is a place that evolves and grows—a realm of discovery and wonder. Great urban experiences are forged through proximity and the inclusive mindset fostered when your neighborhood is full of people you know well and interact with daily.
The River District is born from the belief that there is a better way to experience the benefits of two competing lifestyles—that you can have the soul of a city in the heart of nature. For those who wish to come as close as possible to "living the city" while enjoying nature every day, NOVEL River District is the best place in the entire city to blend an active outdoor lifestyle with an authentic urban experience.
NOVEL River District will be the first vertical development in The River District, an approximately 1,400-acre master-planned community located in Charlotte, NC. The community will include 318 residences and will serve as the cornerstone of Westrow, The River District’s inaugural town center.
CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP TEAM
Experienced Team. Industry Focused.
Member of Executive Committee
Daniel Cooper joined Crescent Communities in 2016 and currently serves as President of Construction. In this leadership role, Daniel, oversees all pre-construction and construction management across the company’s national footprint. In addition, Daniel leads Crescent Communities’ in-house construction company, Crescent Communities Construction. With over 18 years of construction management experience in a wide range of urban and suburban high-density projects, Daniel has successfully delivered over 15,000 multi-family units and a diverse portfolio of Commercial Mixed-Use Office projects and Industrial Buildings.
Previously, Daniel led the construction team for Crescent Communities as Senior Vice President of all multifamily and commercial construction. Prior to Crescent Communities, Daniel held senior management and executive positions for over a decade at Fortune-Johnson, Inc. in Atlanta, GA.
Daniel serves as Co-Chair on the Design and Construction Committee for the National Multifamily Housing Council and serves on the board for ROC Charlotte. He is active in the community and volunteers at Habitat for Humanity, Atlanta Food Bank, and Kids in Need Foundation. He is also a contributor of Promise 686 and Wiphan.
Daniel earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business. He holds General Contractor licenses in VA, GA, NC, AZ, TN and FL.
Doug Lawrimore joined Crescent Communities in 2013 and currently serves as Senior Vice President, Construction where he is responsible for the execution of all 3rd party multifamily projects and in-house construction projects. Doug has over 27 years’ experience in the construction industry and has overseen construction of over four million sq. ft. of commercial space, one million of which is LEED Gold Certified, and 15,000 multifamily units. Prior to joining Crescent Communities, Doug served as Vice President of Operations for a Fortune 500 Company and was a Senior Construction Manager for the US Department of Energy. Doug holds his General Contractor’s license in North and South Carolina.
Eric Rothrock joined Crescent Communities in 2013 and currently serves as Senior Vice President, Pre-construction for Commercial, Built to Rent, Multifamily, and In-house Construction. He is responsible for all aspects of preconstruction for Crescent Communities and Crescent Communities Construction as well as construction contracts and architectural and related subconsultant contracts. With over 27 years of experience in the construction industry, Eric has built a career in project planning and management. Beginning as a commercial concrete subcontractor, Eric has expanded his career to work with various commercial and multifamily general contractors. Eric has a broad range of experience in high-rise buildings, healthcare facilities, athletic complexes, federal buildings, Industrial buildings museums, public and institutional projects, Single Family Build to Rent as well as high-density wood-frame multifamily developments.
Eric has previously held the position of Vice President, Pre-construction at Crescent Communities, Pre-construction, Sr. Director of Pre-construction and Director of Pre-construction.
Prior to joining Crescent Communities, Eric served as the Director of Preconstruction for Samet Corporation and specialized in Highrise condominiums at Carothers Construction. Eric also led preconstruction for large commercial projects with Rodgers Builders. He has also been the Vice President and Chief Estimator and his family’s subcontracting company and served as a Project Manager for Hurricane Katrina residential storm relief repairs.
Eric serves as a board member for East Carolina University Department of Construction Management, Built National and is a High Point University Member Board of Ambassadors’. He was also recognized in Engineering News and Record Magazine Southeast’s “Top 20 Under 40” in 2013.
Eric earned his Bachelor of Science degree from East Carolina University.
John Taylor joined Crescent Communities in 2021 as Vice President of Construction, Commercial. John is responsible for providing guidance and advice to the operations
and construction management personnel within the Commercial business unit for Office, Industrial and Life Sciences. John manages all aspects relative to specifications,
quantities, material costs, man-hours and labor costs, dealings with municipal officials, OSHA issues, negotiations with Architect and Contractors, and providing resolution as
production problems arise.
Prior to Crescent Communities, John was the Senior Vice President of Construction Operations for Rodgers Builders where he managed the Commercial Market Sector for
16 years. Projects within the Charlotte Metro Area consisted of the Charlotte Knight new Baseball Home at Truist Field, the Bechtler Museum, Knight Auditorium and the Mint
Museum. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Project Manager at R.J. Griffin & Company/JE Dunn with focus on mid and high rise condominiums within Uptown
Charlotte and along the Grand Strand of South Carolina.
John is active in the community and has served on multiple Boards within Charlotte. John held the Vice Chairman position for the Building Development Commission for nine
years which is an advisory Board that makes recommendations to the Mecklenburg County Permitting and Inspection process including overseeing their performance
statistics. Recently, John served as a Board Member for the Charlotte Rescue Mission which provides free Christian-based residential recovery programs that help people
struggling with the disease of addiction achieve long-term sobriety, find employment and stable housing, and restore and build healthy relationships. For 3 years, John led the
Development Committee that concentrated on Capital Improvements for analyzing the campus for building growth and improvements. Currently, John is involved with the
Charlotte Rescue Mission participating as a member of the Building Committee as the Charlotte Rescue Mission expands their campus with the Rebound Facility.
John earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology with a Concentration in Construction Management from East Carolina University.
Chris Edwards joined Crescent Communities in 2022 and currently oversees all construction management for the Single-Family Build-to-Rent brand HARMON as the Vice President of Construction. Throughout his career, Chris has supervised the development and construction of numerous single family subdivisions resulting in the successful completion of nearly 1,000 single family attached and detached homes.
Prior to joining Crescent Communities, Chris held senior leadership positions within John Weiland Homes for nearly two decades while most recently being a partner with Mallard Homes. Chris has 26 years of experience in the single-family residential construction space.
Chris earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology and Construction Management from East Carolina University.
Matt joined Crescent Communities in 2016 and currently serves as a Vice President of Construction for the Multifamily Eastern Region with over 16 years of experience in the engineering, construction, and development sectors. At Crescent Communities, Matt previously held the positions of Senior Director of Construction, Director of Construction, Senior Construction Manager and Construction Manager where he has successfully managed and operated over 2,500 units spanning north as far as DC and south and far as Tampa, Florida.
Prior to Crescent Communities, Matt served as Project Manager for Samet Corporation in Charlotte, NC, a regional general contractor, where he managed the construction of several healthcare and senior living facilities. Prior to that, Matt was an Assistant Project Manager for The Haskell Company, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, an international architecture, engineering and construction firm specializing in the design-build delivery method. He was responsible for the design and construction of several healthcare and commercial facilities.
Matt is an active member of Forest Hill Church here in Charlotte.
Matt earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Virginia Tech University.
David Miller joined Crescent Communities in 2013 and currently oversees the Multifamily construction projects as the Vice President of Construction for the Central Region. David has supervised construction of over 7,000 Multifamily units, 200,000 sf of Commercial, developed 2,000 Single Family lots, and built over 120 Single Family residential homes. At Crescent Communities, David previously held the positions of Director of Construction and Senior Construction Manager.
Prior to joining Crescent Communities, David was a Superintendent and Development Manager for ICI Homes, a regional builder, Superintendent with Centex Homes, a national builder and a Senior Construction Manager for the Continental Properties Company. David has 23 years of experience in the construction industry.
David is a Member of ULI and actively volunteers on several non-profit projects and councils. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Construction Management with a minor in Business from Georgia Southern University.
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