Serving as a subcontractor to Volz Company, Hart O’Brien Consulting supported the launch of East Los Angeles College’s new student housing collaboration with Cal State LA for Fall 2026. The engagement included operational planning and implementation support to help bring the new housing program online. Ongoing work focuses on developing policies, procedures, and operational resources to support a sustainable student housing program.

As a subcontractor to Volz Company, Hart O’Brien Consulting is providing student housing operations advisory services as Ventura College prepares to open its first on-campus residence hall. The work focuses on helping the College transition to a 24/7 residential campus environment through operational planning, policy and procedure development, staffing and program planning, and preparation for the launch of residence life operations.

Hart O’Brien Consulting provided capital project planning and implementation support as Volz Company assumed property management responsibilities for The Draw on behalf of Westminster University. Services included identifying and prioritizing property improvements, engaging and coordinating contractors and vendors, planning renovation activities, and providing oversight of improvement projects to support the property’s operational transition.

Hart O’Brien Consulting supported Volz Company in a comprehensive review of property management and student housing operations at The Village at Nevada State University. The engagement included an assessment of existing operations, facilities, leasing and resident experience, as well as identification of opportunities to strengthen university integration, operational performance, property improvements, and the overall student housing experience. Implementation of the recommendations is on-going.

Hart O’Brien Consulting continues to provide project management services to Beth Emet the Free Synagogue to resolve deferred maintenance items throughout their facility.

Partnering with Huffman Keel and Associates out of Madison, WI, Hart O’Brien Consulting LLC is assisting the Downers Grove School District 58 with all furniture and equipment selection, purchases, and installation as part of their $179 Million Referendum Project. This includes two middle schools and 11 elementary schools.

Partnering with Huffman Keel and Associates out of Madison, WI, Hart O’Brien Consulting LLC is assisting the Downers Grove School District 58 with move management of all classroom areas and offices in advance of major construction activities and summer slam work. This includes leading the RFP process for hiring moving labor, and the coordination of moving equipment and materials, and establishing the move schedule. This project is taking place over the course of three years, in two middle schools and 11 elementary schools.

As a subcontractor for Forge Projects LLC, Hart O’Brien Consulting provided project management for installation of FFE, interior and exterior sign packages, and move coordination. Additionally HOC provided assistance in setting up building operations into the fall semester.

Hart O’Brien Consulting was hired by Forge Projects LLC to execute a refresh to Forge’s website in 2023. This new design was in place from 2023 to November of 2024, when the site was upgraded.

Hart O’Brien Consulting assisted Forge Projects with coordination of moving the existing tenants out of the seminary building at S. 55th Ave. in order for the University of Chicago to begin renovation. HOC assisted with the coordination of the RFP process for the library move, as half of the library was being absorbed by the university. HOC also assisted with the initial facility review of the building and collaborated with the University’s Facilities group to identify in-house service repairs, vs. outsourced projects.

Hart O’Brien Consulting LLC assisted with coordinating the review of the existing condominium building’s electrical panels, which were in need of replacement to support the new fire alarm system mandated by village code. Hart O’Brien Consulting recommended the use of a retro-fit kit through Eaton, and collaborated with Eaton and UL Solutions to begin the process of field certifying the panels on site.

University of Utah Department of Housing and Residential Education

Loyola University Chicago Residence Life

Loyola University Chicago Residence Life Open Laundry Program for entire residential portfolio

Loyola University Chicago Residence Life Student Room Furniture for a 360 bed Hall + student apartment seating for two residence hall facilities with RT London.

Campus North Residence Hall (800 beds), UChicago

Mertz Hall (700 beds), Loyola Univeristy Chicago

Francis Hall (400 beds), Loyola University Chicago

Simpson Hall (400 beds), Loyola University Chicago

DePaul University

The University of Chicago

Fairfield Hall (150 beds), Loyola University Chicago

Francis Hall (400 beds), Loyola University Chicago