FF&E Construction

Our FF&E construction ensures that furniture, fixtures, and equipment are delivered and installed correctly so your facility opens without delays.

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FF&E Construction That Eliminates Last-Minute Problems

FF&E construction is often where projects break down. Equipment doesn’t fit, vendors arrive at the wrong time, and responsibility is unclear, leaving owners to manage the chaos. Harris United approaches FF&E construction differently. We take ownership of the entire process, from early planning through final installation, ensuring that furniture, fixtures, and equipment are coordinated with construction from day one.

Built Around the Details That Matter

Our team reviews drawings, coordinates owner-supplied equipment, and confirms alignment between plans and real-world conditions before materials reach the field. That attention to detail prevents costly field modifications and keeps your project moving toward a clean opening.

Get Ahead of FF&E Challenges With Harris United

Misaligned deliveries and last-minute adjustments can slow down even the best-run projects. Connect with our team to align your FF&E construction strategy early and ensure your next project stays on schedule.

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A Team That Takes Ownership Where Others Step Back

Most general contractors push FF&E responsibility back to the owner. Harris United steps in and takes control, ensuring every moving piece is aligned with your construction schedule and brand standards.

Vendor Coordination That Keeps Projects Moving

We manage direct vendor coordination, working with suppliers to schedule deliveries, communicate requirements, and ensure materials arrive when the site is ready. This reduces downtime, eliminates confusion, and keeps your team from having to juggle vendors.

Millwork Integration That Prevents Rework

We verify millwork integration against architectural plans before materials are fabricated and delivered. By aligning drawings with brand standards early, we prevent mismatches that would otherwise require costly adjustments in the field, especially across multi-site programs.

Delivering Everything Required to Open, Fully Aligned

FF&E construction connects directly to whether a location is ready to operate. Harris United ensures every component is coordinated, installed, and aligned with your brand before opening day.

From ovens and kitchen equipment to kiosks, signage, shelving, and more, we manage the full scope of furniture, fixtures, and equipment required to bring a location online. Our team ensures each component is accounted for and integrated into the build.

Whether items are owner-provided or contractor-sourced, we manage installation with the same level of care. Our experience coordinating owner-supplied equipment allows us to adapt to different procurement structures without disrupting the project.

We confirm dimensions, layouts, and installation requirements before materials arrive on site. This proactive approach reduces delays, eliminates rework, and supports consistent execution across every location.

Frequently Asked Questions

FF&E construction involves coordinating and installing furniture, fixtures, and equipment within a commercial space. It’s important in ensuring a location is fully operational at opening, with all components properly aligned and installed.

Early planning helps identify potential fitment and coordination issues before construction begins. By aligning FF&E construction with pre-construction services like plan integration, projects avoid costly adjustments later in the process.

Yes. Harris United structures FF&E construction to support multi-site construction programs, carrying knowledge from one project to the next and improving consistency across locations. This reduces repeated issues and helps maintain brand standards at scale.

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Chrissey Harris

Founder

Chrissey Harris has been working in the construction industry for over 25 years. Her background and education in accounting made her an immediate asset. In 2005 she started a construction company which she built up and owned for several years before successfully selling the company in 2008. She has worked in the specialties of earthwork, utilities, and concrete as well as general contracting. In early 2017 Chrissey made the decision to pioneer a women owned construction business. With the help of her two daughters she founded Harris United, llc. She often says, “We want to keep safety, environmental responsibility, and customer satisfaction at the forefront of every move we make.” She believes that a team work attitude is one of the keys to success.
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Jamie Brown

VP of Operations

Jamie is a project and operations professional with deep experience executing complex builds and turning vision into finished, profitable results. He works best alongside driven owners and leadership teams who value clear thinking, accountability, and momentum. His edge is simple: seeing what needs to happen next and making it happen.
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Jett Harris

Sr. Project Manager

A graduate of Oklahoma State University, Jett received his B.S. in construction management in 1996.
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Donny Ratliff

Chief Estimator

Donny started off in the field of surveying 15 years ago before moving into construction for the last 10+ years. Since making the move into project management, he is now the Chief Estimator and Head of Preconstruction for Harris United. Donny has been a part of the completion of over 100 Love's Travel Stops, among other projects.
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Alanna Harris

HR & Payroll Director

Alanna is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, where she earned three degrees and built the foundation for her career. For the past 10 years, she has worked alongside her family in the construction industry, gaining hands-on experience and a strong appreciation for the work they do. Being part of a family-run business has shaped her values and approach, with a focus on consistency, attention to detail, and doing things the right way. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her four Rottweilers.
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Adel Morris

Project Manager

Adel began working as a project manager over 10 years ago. She worked with the national brand Middleby Corporation, including Fortune 500 brands as well as private companies such as Tropical Smoothie, Dunkin Donuts, Subway, and Darden Corporation. Adel has been a part of the completion of over 100 Love's Travel Stores, RV parks, tire service stations, truck washes, amongst other projects.
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Oliver Davenport

Chief Pilot & Transportation Specialist Nebraska native. Has worked in the professional transportation industry for 8 years.
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Tricia Baca

Controller

Tricia graduated from Langston University, receiving her BBA in Accounting. She has over 35 years experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, employee accounting, payroll, asset accounting and regulatory accounting.
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Matthew Weickgenant

Logistics/Warehouse Manager

Truck Driver 40 years Construction field 40 years
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Renee Lopez

Concrete Superintendent

Renee brings over 20 years of construction experience as a concrete specialist to the team.
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Kenneth Dever

Superintendent

Superintendent 5 years
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Kevin English

Superintendent

Kevin has seven years of experience with Harris United, building Love’s Travel stops as well as truck care centers. He has been in commercial construction for twenty-eight years with a variety of builds and personal hands-on experience.
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Deb Gomez

Director of Construction Finance & Accounting

Deb brings 30+ years of career experience to Harris United, ranging from manufacturing to energy sectors. She has a B.S. in Accounting and has developed strong skills in budgeting, accounting, internal controls, financial reporting, analysis and modeling and treasury management. She believes in delivering quality results that are both timely and accurate while operating in a team-oriented environment.
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Mark Thompson

Superintendent

Mark is well versed in industry standards as well as construction processes in commercial and residential construction sectors. He has overseen the execution of complex and diverse projects, such as restaurant and retail remodels, office and tenant improvements, as well as residential and commercial ground ups. He is passionate about creating value for clients and stakeholders and advancing the growth and innovation of the company. He is always eager to learn new skills and technologies and to collaborate with talented and driven professionals. He is also a proud graduate of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst and the even prouder father of 21 year-old twin daughters.
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John Arenz

Superintendent

John is an army veteran with 45 years of experience in petro chemical, industrial, and commercial construction projects.
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Fred Ndimgwango

Pilot

Fred is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, receiving his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and his M.S. in Aviation and Space. He has worked in the transportation industry for four years.
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Richard Reeder

Assistant Project Manager & Warranty Administrator

Richard has over a decade of experience in the construction industry, beginning his work in the field as a teenager and building a strong foundation across multiple aspects of the trade. He previously owned and operated a property management company before joining Harris United, where he currently manages all warranty issues and serves as Assistant Project Manager.
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Jupiter "JuJu"

Chief Morale Officer (CMO) Jupiter (“Juju” to his coworkers) joined the company four years ago after being adopted from Skiatook Paws & Claws Animal Rescue and has basically been running the place ever since. He comes to work every day ready to greet visitors, supervise meetings he wasn’t invited to, and remind employees to take snack breaks. While his work ethic becomes questionable after 2 PM, his office morale contributions are unmatched. When he’s not busy overseeing the office or occasionally barking during important phone calls, he can usually be found napping under his mom's desk.
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Elmer Mendez

Chief Superintendent of Earthwork and Utilities
Elmer has been a valued member of the Harris United team for more than 10 years. Working alongside his dad, brothers, and sister, he is proud to be part of a family business built on hard work, teamwork, and strong relationships.
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Fletcher Harris

Project Manager
Fletcher has been a valued member of the Harris United team for the past five years, working his way up to the position he has today, Project Manager. He brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to each project he oversees.