Orion West – EXPERIENCE ACROSS THE FULL DEVELOPMENT LIFECYCLE

Vision.

Strategy.

Results.

Leading complex real estate projects from early development & land use strategy through design, construction & completion.

Our Services

Orion West is a principal-led real estate development, land use, and project management ﬁrm serving clients across New Mexico, Texas, and the broader Southwest. We help owners, investors, institutions, and development partners evaluate opportunities, navigate land use and development requirements, assemble the right project team, and lead execution from early strategy through completion.

“With integrity and expertise, we deliver thoughtful projects that create enduring value for clients and communities.”

DEVELOPMENT

Evaluating opportunities, defining viable projects, and securing the resources, partnerships, and commitments required for a successful outcome.

LAND USE

Translating the development vision into an approvable plan and securing the land use rights and public approvals required to proceed.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Representing the owner and leading the team, decisions, budget, schedule, and execution from design through completion.

Brian Nenninger, PE, Founder & President

About Orion West

EXPERIENCE ACROSS THE FULL DEVELOPMENT LIFECYCLE

Orion West is led by Brian Nenninger, whose more than 30 years of experience span real estate development, engineering, land use, design, construction, operations, and owner representation. That broad perspective allows Orion West to understand the priorities of owners, lenders, public agencies, consultants, and contractors—and to align them around a successful project.

A PROVEN TRACK RECORD IN HOSPITALITY

Orion West’s capabilities are informed by 15 years of hotel development experience across multiple markets throughout the United States.

“Brian and the Orion West team were an important part of our success developing the Nexus Health medical office and cancer center in Santa Fe. Their local knowledge, responsiveness, and practical approach to securing key entitlement approvals, permits and utility infrastructure made them a valued partner throughout the development process.”
— Mike Conn, Principal, NexCore Group. Former CEO, Meridian Property Company

“Working with Orion West on Firefly Park was a genuine partnership. They brought integrity and strategic insight to every conversation and never let up when things got complicated. Their work strengthened our standing in Frisco and played a key role in reaching the Development and Incentive Agreement that advanced the project.”
— Kyle Wilks President/CEO, Wilks Development

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“Brian and his team at Orion West are who you want on the job. They are honest, smart and transparent in their communication and representation of our interests. Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our Firefly Park project, and his ability to communicate complex ideas strengthened our relationships in Frisco and helped us reach a Development and Incentive Agreement that moved this complex project forward.”
— Josh Wilks, Executive Senior Vice President, Wilks Development

“I’ve worked with Brian on numerous large and complex projects over the years. Brian has what I call the “magic touch.” He is appropriately tenacious, always keeps his cool, and is exceptionally smart. Most importantly, he gets the job done. I highly recommend Brian and Orion West for complex development and land use projects.”
— Frank Herdman, Zoning and Land Use Attorney

Let’s Move Your Project Forward

Whether evaluating an opportunity, pursuing approvals, assembling a project team, or managing execution, Orion West brings experienced leadership to every stage.