Meet The Team
An Award-Winning Group
This Is Hardwick General
Meet Greg Hardwick, P.E., President and Owner of Hardwick General Contracting — and your go-to partner in crafting the luxury custom space you’ve been dreaming about.
The Hardwick GC philosophy is led by customer service — before, during, and after construction. Your custom home should reflect you and your one-of-a-kind style, and we’ll work tirelessly to ensure that vision comes to life with luxury, sustainable features you can feel good about.
“As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves in building a close partnership with our clients, making the entire custom home experience very personalized, collaborative, and enjoyable.” – Greg Hardwick.
Team Members
Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering exceptional craftsmanship,
clear communication, and a seamless custom building experience.
Greg Hardwick
P.E. – President & CEO
A licensed Professional Engineer and Certified General Contractor, Greg brings over 35 years of construction experience and over 22 years in luxury homebuilding. His leadership has earned national recognition, including NAHB’s Project of the Year. Greg was among the first builders to achieve the NAHB’s Master Certified Green Professional and Certified Master Building Profession designations. Greg is known for his commitment to high-performance homes, innovation, and delivering an exceptional personalized client experience.
Donna Hardwick
Chief Financial Officer
As CFO, Donna oversees HardwickGC’s financial strategy and planning. A CPA with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Finance, and over 30 years of construction experience, she ensures the company’s fiscal strength and upholds the trust and integrity that define our client relationships.
Nelda Rabens
Director of Operations
With 28 years of experience in luxury residential construction, Nelda is known for managing the entire lifecycle of multimillion-dollar homes across Florida and the Southeast, excelling in pre-construction planning, design selections, final walkthroughs, and exceptional client communication. Nelda’s expertise and leadership will be instrumental in supporting our team and enhancing the systems and structure behind every project.
Rafael Sanchez
Preconstruction Manager
Rafael Sanchez leads one of our most significant internal initiatives, our Preconstruction Department. This team handles everything from marketing and managing our lead pipeline to collaborating with clients on specifications and selections before their projects enter the construction phase. Rafael relocated from Texas to join our Central Florida team and brings with him an impressive background as a bilingual Civil Engineer and seasoned Construction Project Manager, boasting over 9 years of experience in residential and commercial projects across the U.S. and Latin America.
Nicole Palacios
Preconstruction Coordinator
As our Preconstruction Coordinator, Nicole works closely with clients to organize project specifications and owner selections in Construction Online. With a track record of leading projects from concept to completion, Nicole is detail-oriented and skilled in budgeting, scheduling, vendor coordination, as well as cross-functional team collaboration.
Brittany Grossmick
Project/Production Manager
Brittany oversees our Construction Supervisors, focusing on day-to-day activities and proactive scheduling objectives in the field. She is committed to working closely with the entire construction team, our clients and their design teams to bring these one-of-a-kind projects to fruition. Brittany’s leadership, organization, and dedication to both the project team and clients have consistently stood out, and this new role allows her to make an even greater impact.
Bryan Mcleary
Construction Supervisor
Seasoned HardwickGC veteran and Central Florida native Bryan McCleary is one of our Construction Supervisor Operations Managers. Bryan has been with HardwickGC for over 13 years. Bryan’s journey from hands-on renovations to operations management reflects his deep understanding of construction. His leadership ensures that every project runs efficiently and meets our high standards.
Chad Moore
Construction Supervisor
Chad brings valuable experience and a proven track record in managing all phases of multimillion-dollar projects, ensuring timely completion, budget transparency, and fostering strong client relationships—all while delivering high-quality results.