Modernizing State Facilities Through Effective Program Management

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) plays a vital role in keeping Texas running. The agency oversees the planning, design and construction of state facilities that support the daily work of government and serve millions of Texans. Managing such a broad and complex portfolio requires clear coordination, reliable communication and strong oversight from start to finish.

Through program management, TFC creates the structure and transparency needed to deliver high-value facilities efficiently. Freese and Nichols partners with the agency to strengthen processes, streamline decision-making and keep every project aligned with TFC’s mission to serve the people of Texas.

Partnering to Build Modern, Efficient Facilities

TFC’s mission includes modernizing aging facilities and creating workplaces that support the agencies housed within them. Freese and Nichols supports that effort through program management services that improve visibility across projects, enhance collaboration and help agency leaders make informed decisions at every stage.

One of the TFC’s important current efforts is assisting the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) with the Camp Hubbard Complex Renewal Project in Austin.

Guiding the Camp Hubbard Renewal

The Camp Hubbard project will transform an aging eight-building former Texas Department of Transportation campus into a modern, energy-efficient headquarters that improves efficiency for the TxDMV and enhances service to the public.

The $143 million project includes a new 141,000-square-foot office building, a warehouse and a centralized utility plant. It also includes renovation of an existing five-story office building, demolition of four outdated buildings, new courtyards, landscaping and parking areas.

We are supporting TFC as the agency manages this multi-year effort, providing project management services that coordinate teams, track, and maintain operations progress during construction. Project analysis, planning and programming for the project began in 2018, followed by design work starting in 2021. Construction began in 2024 with completion expected in July 2027. Throughout the construction phase, TFC, TxDMV, Freese and Nichols, Marmon Mok Architecture and Flintco Construction are working together to minimize impacts on employees and the surrounding community while keeping the project on schedule and within budget.

Photos Courtesy Flintco Construction

Bringing Measurable Value Through Program Management

TFC’s success depends on strong processes and clear information. The program management approach focuses on five core areas that drive performance: scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk. Each is continuously monitored to keep projects aligned with TFC’s goals.

Freese and Nichols strives to engage early and remain involved throughout the construction to establish consistency and control.

Day-to-day, the program management team integrates and manages third-party consultants, including geotechnical engineers, construction materials testing and balancing teams, which are contracted directly by TFC. This coordination keeps all parts of the program moving forward together.

Detailed monthly reports and an interactive dashboard give stakeholders a shared view of progress, budget and upcoming milestones. These tools help leaders make faster, data-driven decisions that keep projects on track and reduce risk across the portfolio.

Strengthening Project Delivery Across the Program

Beyond individual projects, TFC continues to enhance its management of capital projects throughout the state. The agency’s Procedures Manual Update is a key part of that effort.

Freese and Nichols is working with TFC project managers through a series of workshops to update and reorganize the manual. The result will be a clear, step-by-step guide that outlines the process of moving projects from planning to completion. The updated manual will support greater consistency, transparency and efficiency across the agency’s portfolio.

A Shared Commitment to Public Service

Every project TFC delivers strengthens the infrastructure that helps the Texas government serve its people. By applying program management principles and collaborating with partners like Freese and Nichols, TFC continues to set a standard for accountability and results in public project delivery.

Together, TFC and Freese and Nichols are building a more connected and effective system for delivering facilities that meet today’s needs and support Texas well into the future.

TxDMV Camp Hubbard Timelapse Video – November 2025
Courtesy Flintco Construction