Hasen’s legacy is built on a foundation that spans more than seven decades. What began as a regional construction firm in 1955 has evolved into a diversified organization offering design-build and specialized commercial construction services across Texas and the Southwest.
Haws & Garrett is established, marking the beginning of a construction legacy that will grow for generations.
1955
1962
Notable Project: Massive undertaking for a private subway for Leonard Department Store; construction involved digging a 1,400-foot tunnel beneath downtown Fort Worth, Texas. For over 40-years, this was the only private underground subway station in the United States.
Paul Tingle assumes ownership and renames the firm Haws & Tingle, setting the stage for continued expansion.
1975
1993
Jim Hasenzahl acquires Haws & Tingle from Paul Tingle, ushering in a new era of leadership and strategic growth.
David Hasenzahl joins the organization, strengthening the firm’s operational capabilities and long-term vision.
1996
2005
David Hasenzahl establishes Hasen Design Build & Development, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, expanding the company’s focus into integrated design-build and real estate services.
Hasen acquires Haws & Tingle, unifying the companies’ strengths under a single brand and accelerating expansion.
2006
2015
Hasen Global is founded as a separate, independently operated company by David Hasenzahl and two co founders, specializing in federal-sector construction projects domestically and internationally, with offices in Texas and the Washington, D.C. area.
Hasen attains commercial construction certification in California, with license reciprocity extending operations into Louisiana, Arizona, and Nevada.
2020
2021
Hasen Design Build & Development begins focusing more strategically on real estate development.
Notable Project: Construction of Potranco Commons Multi-Family project in San Antonio, Texas, consisting of 16 buildings, parking garage, community center with pool and high-end amenities.
2022
2022
Hasen Design Build & Development partners on River Central, a $2 billion, 400-acre transit-oriented mixed-use project in the heart of the DFW metroplex. Hasen also opens its second office in San Antonio, Texas, supporting statewide growth.
In September of 2024, Hasen launches Hasen Holdings, welcoming Senior Vice President of Operations Paul Witt, Chief Financial Officer Anthony Garza and Patrick McKeen, Director of Preconstruction, in this new venture.
2024
