Built for Pressure.
Trusted for Progress.
H.J. Russell & Company Delivers
on Affordable Housing.
Affordable housing projects involve more than construction. They require a builder who understands the funding structure, the permitting climate, and the community dynamics involved. H. J. Russell & Company brings that understanding to every project we take on. We build with precision, urgency, and accountability—because that’s what this work demands.
We Understand What You’re Up Against
A layered capital stack & a closing deadline that will not move
Site conditions that are uncertain, & entitlements that are evolving
Design revisions, permitting pressure, & VE requests in the same week
Utility timelines that don’t match your schedule
A need to deliver with confidence, not contingency
H. J. Russell & Company has delivered in these conditions before. That is why developers return to us, and city partners respect the work we do.
What to Expect from
H. J. Russell & Company
Affordable housing is too complex for reactive builders. We bring the foresight and structure that developers rely on when there is no margin for error.
Clear, Responsive Preconstruction
Trusted Relationships
with city officials
Field Teams Who
Communicate
Cost Control and
Real-World solutions
We build trust by showing up prepared, listening well, and delivering what we promise.
What Our
Clients Say
They didn’t just build the project. H. J. Russell helped us manage the complexity behind it. They understood the urgency, kept the city engaged, and gave us real answers when it counted.
— Leonard, Quest
Development
Meet Russell's
Affordable Housing Team
Jhocques Jordan
Vice President,
Construction
Leads construction operations with a focus on execution, accountability, and team alignment. Known for his direct approach and ability to navigate complex field conditions.
Bryant Sharpe
Director of
Preconstruction
Oversees the preconstruction process, budget development, and client coordination. Brings deep experience with pricing strategy and front-end planning.
Selected Projects
Briarpark
Atlanta, GA
Three active projects across metro Atlanta. Russell is trusted from preconstruction through delivery.
Paramount
Atlanta, GA
A complex, community-facing redevelopment delivered ahead of schedule. Re-established confidence with both the owner and public stakeholders.
Villages Of Castleberry II
Atlanta, GA
A complex, community-facing redevelopment delivered ahead of schedule. Re-established confidence with both the owner and public stakeholders.
Tools and Insights for
Affordable Housing Developers
Affordable housing projects stall early when GCs miss the details. We build tools and insights that help our clients avoid preventable setbacks.
Preconstruction Readiness
Checklist
Get aligned on what matters before you close.
Permitting & Utility
Coordination Guide
Lessons learned from real projects, including how we’ve helped unlock permits and solve utility conflicts.
Why Preconstruction Response Time Sets the Tone for Affordable Housing Success
Why our response rate is a differentiator—and how it helps developers close.
Permits, Politics, and Progress: How Relationships Move Projects Forward
What happens behind the scenes when a permit gets unstuck.
Phase Presentations and
Team Alignment
Our process begins before the job starts. We bring teams together early to reduce risk and improve execution.
Big enough to deliver.
Local enough to care.
Trusted enough to move faster.
At H. J. Russell & Company, we build more than buildings. We build trust with developers, alignment with city partners, and better outcomes for the communities these projects serve. We bring the relationships, judgment, and field leadership needed to get your affordable housing project delivered.
We’re currently booking preconstruction engagements for late 2025 & early 2026
Need help de-risking your precon plan? Let’s talk.
