About

An accomplished senior executive with a strong background in leading the construction and design for top-tier hospitality, residential, retail and multifamily projects totaling over $4 billion. A dedicated professional with a proven track record in management, leadership, and communication. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Ready to make an immediate contribution to your organization.

A seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in construction and design management. Mr. Harnist has held several executive management positions with the Benchmark Hospitality, Chicago-based General Growth Properties, NewQuest Residential, Remington Hotels and has owned his own construction management firm. 

Previously Senior Vice President of Construction & Design for Gatehouse Capital in Dallas, overseeing mixed-use hi-rise luxury hospitality, residential and retail projects. Gary also served  as senior executive in several hospitality and mixed-use developments in Hollywood, Boston, New York Washing DC, Las Vegas, and in the Caribbean on Antigua, with each project ranging from $100 million to $1.5 billion.

Executive Management 

Leadership 

Multiple Project Management 

Architecture & Interior Expertise 

Strategic Space Programming 

Strong Conceptual Design Skills 

Quality Assurance 

Contract Negotiation 

FFE & OSE Purchasing 

Zoning & Permitting 

P & L Responsibility 

Project Budgeting & Estimating 

Problem Solving 

Value Engineering 

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

University of Texas @ Arlington

Arlington, Texas