Novel Builders in Dallas and Richardson, Texas
Novel Builders, LLC, is a results-driven, customer relationship focused design-build commercial general contractor based in Dallas, Texas. Since our company’s founding in 2013, our team has faced every project with full focus and dedication to ensure high quality work. We service the healthcare, private & charter schools, industrial, retail, office, and civic & public markets.
Principal Officer and Owner Lloyd Osborn stresses the importance of open and honest communication with our clients. This allows Novel Builders, LLC, to create a strong working and ongoing relationship with our clients, ensuring that the building experience we provide surpasses our clients’ expectations and meets our strict standards.
Setting a Strong Foundation Through Leadership
Under the direction and guidance of our owner and officers, Novel Builders, LLC, provides an unparalleled level of service and quality. Our officers and influential leadership of Novel Builders are as follows:

Lloyd Osborn
Principal & Owner
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Sarah Rogers
VP of Finance and Administration
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Chris Haden
Director of Business Development & Marketing
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Shera Fagg
Office Administrator
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Gary Tucker
General Superintendent
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Jennifer Dye
Preconstruction & Estimating Director
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Our team has built a strong reputation within our community, among our clients, peers, and subcontractor by upholding the following principles:
- Supporting and defending the design of the project: Stripping the design or bringing cheap solutions never adds value.
- Open and Honest Communication: Even when the issues may be difficult to talk about, we make time and effort to ensure that all parties understand and are on the same page.
- Holding ourselves and our team members accountable to the project’s goals.
- Assembling and working with teams that we have relationships with and trust to deliver and provide quality services and work.
- Constantly maintaining the highest level of quality and safety.

Proudly Serving the Dallas and the North and Central Texas Area
Novel Builders LLC proudly offers design build, construction management, and general contracting services to the North and Central Texas area. We can accommodate all aspects of your project including the following:
- Preconstruction services
- Feasibility Studies
- Integrated Project Delivery
- Design Build
- Preliminary Project Planning, Budgeting, and Scheduling
- Permit and Approval Processing
- Comprehensive Safety Program Implementation
- Construction Management
- General Contracting
- Building Information Modeling
- Trade Contracting
WHY CHOOSE NOVEL BUILDERS?
Our Design-Build, CMAR, and Design Assist experience enables us to seamlessly integrate with owners, design teams, and trade partners to accelerate project delivery, maintain budget certainty, and consistently deliver facilities that meet the highest standards of construction, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Novel Builders ability to support multi-site programsrequires more than construction experience, it requires a building partner capable of delivering repeatable results while maintaining flexibility to respond to each project’s unique needs. Novel Builders has developed the personnel, systems, and operational infrastructure to manage concurrent projects while maintaining consistent executive oversight, dedicated and consistent project teams, standardized reporting, quality assurance, and proactive risk management.
Novel Builders is committed to serving as a long-term construction and building partner by providing the technical knowledge, collaborative leadership, and program management expertise necessary to successfully execute multi-market programs and building types. Our proven healthcare experience, understanding of complex regulatory requirements, and commitment to quality position us to deliver safe, efficient, and fully compliant facilities that support our clients’ objectives.
We thrive on consistently understanding our customers’ goals and exceeding their expectations. This idea holds even when we have to take a non-traditional approach. Our company is passionate about creating a wholesome work environment that allows our employees to create a lasting legacy and open opportunities for their future.
Our owner and leadership staff are also trained under the following:
- OSHA 30
- First Aid
- Storm Water Pollution Prevention
With experience and a drive to make a difference in not only our clients’ and employees’ lives but our community, Novel Builders has made a name and reputation for themselves that you can rely on.
Special Training, Certifications & Regulatory Compliance
Our employees are dedicated to the ongoing learning and development of their skills. Our team receives regular training for Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We are commitment to fostering safe and healthy environments for all stakeholders involved in our projects and continuously stay updated on local, state and national regulatory and compliance requirements.

LOCAL LEVEL
At the local level, we exhibit a meticulous comprehension of municipality specifi c regulations, permitting, ensuring compliance with zoning ordinances, structural requirements, and safety standards. This localized expertise enables Novel Builders to navigate the intricacies of diverse regions within Texas, adapting our construction plans accordingly to meet the unique demands of each locale and jurisdiction.
STATE LEVEL

Novel Builders’ knowledge extends seamlessly to the state level, where we adeptly navigate the comprehensive building codes of Texas. From the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) to the International Building Code (IBC) adopted at the state level, we incorporate these regulations seamlessly into our projects, ensuring that structures are not only aesthetically pleasing but also safe and functional. Our proficiency in state-level codes reflects a commitment to excellence and adherence to industry best practices, earning us the trust of our clients. Novel Builders has extensive working knowledge of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) which regulates Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Facilities (FEMCs). This knowledge allows us to provide our clients with the expertise necessary to navigate complex state regulatory requirements and building systems for healthcare facilities.
NATIONAL LEVEL

Novel Builders’ commitment to regulatory compliance extends to national standards, including those outlined by the International Code Council (ICC), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) requirements. Novel Builders diligently incorporates ICRA guidelines into our projects, particularly in environments where infection control is paramount. From implementing containment measures to controlling airflow and maintaining strict hygiene protocols, we prioritize the unique needs of healthcare environments to mitigate infection risks effectively. This proactive approach not only ensures compliance with regulatory standards but also reflects Novel Builders’ unwavering commitment to fostering safe and healthy environments.
Professional Organizations
Novel Builders LLC is committed to upholding the highest level of quality and standards in construction. This is why we invest our time & resources in supporting the following professional organizations in order to ensure we hold a great standing within the industry.






