Sarasota, Florida

Commercial Construction Services

Ampersand Construction delivers premium commercial builds with a process designed for clarity, speed, and quality.

At Ampersand Construction, we provide a comprehensive suite of commercial building solutions in the Sarasota area and surrounding regions. Our services are designed to take your project from preliminary concept to a finished reality, all anchored in our Principal Oversight model. This ensures every phase—from the first site plan to the final inspection—is handled with executive-level precision, transparency, and local expertise.

Core Commercial Building Services

General Contracting (GC Services)

As your primary partner, we provide turnkey general contracting services for the SW Florida area. We manage the entire construction process, leveraging an extensive network of reliable, vetted local subcontractors and suppliers to ensure your build is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Construction Management (CM Services)

For clients seeking a collaborative approach, our construction management services provide high-level leadership. We act as your agent, managing the "Triad" relationship between the owner, architect, and builders to streamline decision-making and reduce risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Ground-Up Construction (New Builds)

We specialize in new, from-the-ground-up commercial developments. Our team manages the complexities of new builds, ensuring structural integrity and modern efficiency for local retail centers, professional office buildings, and industrial facilities in the Sarasota market.

Tenant Improvements (TI & Build-Outs)

Transforming an existing commercial space requires a delicate balance of speed and detail. We specialize in high-end tenant improvements, medical suites, and retail build-outs that align with your brand identity and operational needs.

Full Site Work & Utilities

A successful build starts below the surface. We manage comprehensive site preparation services, including land clearing, grading, drainage, and the installation of critical utilities, ensuring the foundation of your project is sound and compliant with local Sarasota regulations.

Preconstruction & Strategic Planning

Preconstruction Services

Success is won or lost before a single shovel hits the ground. Our preconstruction team identifies potential hurdles early, aligning your project’s scope with its financial and logistical reality to ensure a seamless build process.

Estimating & Cost Control

Utilizing our Three-Phase Precision Estimating Process, we replace guesswork with data. We move from initial Concept Calibration to a Guaranteed Hard Bid, providing you with total financial predictability and robust cost control measures.

Value Engineering (VE)

We optimize your investment by identifying cost-saving alternatives that do not sacrifice quality or aesthetic intent. Our goal is to maximize the functionality and longevity of your building while respecting your capital constraints.

Permitting & Code Compliance

Navigating the regulatory landscape in Sarasota can be a major bottleneck. We handle the heavy lifting of building permits, zoning requirements, and OSHA safety compliance, ensuring your project stays on the right side of local and federal codes.

Constructability & Design Review

Through rigorous site-specific reviews and design professional feedback, we identify potential conflicts in the blueprints before they become costly field changes. This proactive review ensures a seamless transition from paper to pavement.

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