South Florida · Commercial construction

Built for business.Planned for people.

Improve the property. Consider the operation.

Build-outs, renovations and building-envelope work for owners and property managers who want a clear scope—and a plan for the people using the space.

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Define the right work

A better space starts
with a better scope.

A single repair or a coordinated renovation: identify what is changing, what is staying and where the trades meet.

Interiors & build-outs

Tenant improvements

Turn an existing space into a better fit for the next chapter. Review partitions, drywall, doors, ceilings and finishes against the landlord requirements and intended use.

  • Existing conditions and landlord work letter
  • Layout, finish selections and opening priorities
  • Design and specialist-trade coordination
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Water & weather

Building-envelope work

Bring parapets, wall finishes, coatings and roof transitions into the same scope. Review the source of water entry before covering the symptoms.

  • Roof-to-wall and drainage connections
  • Stucco, sealants and coating compatibility
  • Temporary protection while work is underway
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Repair & alteration

Concrete & structural work

Start with the condition report and intended change. Concrete deterioration, new openings and structural alterations need a defined repair or design approach.

  • Available engineer and inspection reports
  • Design responsibility and required approvals
  • Inspection points before work is concealed
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The public face

Storefronts & entrances

Coordinate the entrance, glazing, framing and adjacent finishes. The customer-facing part of the building must work with the property’s access and operating plan.

  • Opening condition and product selection
  • Door hardware and daily access needs
  • Finishing and weather protection at the perimeter
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Before the build

Connect the decisions early.

Perkins’ commercial offering includes pre-construction consulting, design-build coordination and general contracting. Discuss feasibility, design responsibility, estimating and procurement before the construction scope is finalized.

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The building has a working life

Plan the work.
Respect the people.

For an occupied property, access and communication matter alongside the construction. Explore the conversations that shape a phased plan.

Define the scope

Make the unknowns visible.

Bring the owner, tenant and project team into the planning conversation. Establish which spaces are affected and which assumptions need investigation before committing to a schedule.

  • Record the existing condition and intended use
  • Review access, occupancy and known constraints
  • Agree the next design, permitting and estimating steps

Prepare the site

Plan how people and work coexist.

Agree where deliveries arrive, where materials are staged and how occupants move around the work. Temporary protection and notices belong in the scope, not in a last-minute discussion.

  • Identify staging and delivery locations
  • Discuss working hours, noise and dust controls
  • Confirm temporary access restrictions and notices

Sequence the work

One area at a time—where practical.

Phasing may help limit disruption, but some activities require closures or a vacant work area. Review the actual sequence with the contractor and property team before making commitments to occupants.

  • Coordinate trades and inspection hold points
  • Track concealed conditions and scope changes
  • Revisit weather protection and access as work progresses

Review & hand over

Close the loop on the agreed scope.

A handover conversation should cover more than the appearance of the finished space. Review outstanding items, applicable approvals and the information the property team needs afterward.

  • Review the punch list and outstanding actions
  • Collect applicable inspection and closeout records
  • Confirm care instructions and written warranty terms
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Illustrative phased work-area planFour areas illustrate planning, staging, work and review. A separate dashed access route runs below the work zones. Select a planning stage to highlight its area.Planning areaStaging areaWork areaReview areaCONCEPT SITE PLANAccess route to discuss with the property team
Illustrative planning diagram only—not a site layout, safety plan or promise that a building can stay open. The actual work determines access and restrictions.

Operational continuity is a planning goal, not a guarantee. Confirm closures, utility interruptions, temporary protection and occupant notices for the actual scope.

From the published portfolio

Real buildings.
Documented roof work.

These Perkins roofing projects show work on commercial and multi-story properties. They are roof-project records—not claims of a complete building renovation.

White TPO roof surface from Perkins’ commercial roofing project in Fort Lauderdale.

Fort Lauderdale · Commercial roofing

A commercial TPO re-roof.

Explore the published roofing scope and photographs from this commercial property.

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Aerial view of Majestic Towers and its roof in Perkins’ Bal Harbour roof-restoration project record.

Bal Harbour · Roof restoration

Restoration above the coastline.

A published roof-restoration project on an oceanfront condominium building.

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A proposal you can evaluate

Know what the
commitment includes.

Compare the complete plan—not just the headline price. These are useful questions to resolve before authorizing the work.

Scope & budget

What is included? Which conditions remain unknown? Review allowances, exclusions and the written change-approval process.

Design & approvals

Who prepares the drawings and coordinates required engineering, permits and inspections? Identify decisions that must precede procurement.

Materials & maintenance

Discuss resilience, maintenance and efficiency goals alongside appearance. Require project-specific evidence for claimed performance or savings.

Reporting & handover

Agree the contact person, update cadence, decision log, inspection records, punch-list process and applicable warranty documents.

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Owner & property-manager questions

Before work begins.

Bring the location, intended use, known scope and occupancy details. We can start with the information you have.

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What commercial construction work does Perkins offer?

The commercial scope includes tenant improvements and build-outs, general contracting, pre-construction planning, building-envelope repairs, concrete and structural work, and storefronts. Discuss the property and proposed work with either office so the team can confirm fit and availability.

Can tenants or customers stay in the building during construction?

That depends on the work and the property. Phasing, separate access, working hours and temporary protection may help, but some activities require restrictions, closures or a vacant area. Agree the occupancy plan before promising uninterrupted operation.

Can you help before the drawings and scope are final?

Yes. Perkins’ published commercial services include pre-construction consulting and design-build coordination. Start with your goals, property information, budget expectations and known constraints. Confirm design responsibility, required specialists and the deliverables included in the proposed engagement.

Do you coordinate the roof and the rest of the building?

Yes. Roof, parapet, drainage, wall and interior-damage concerns can be discussed together. The proposal should clearly identify included work, exclusions, trade responsibility and any separate design or engineering requirements. Combining scopes does not automatically guarantee a lower price.

Who handles permits and inspections?

Confirm responsibility for permit applications, drawings, engineering and inspection coordination in the written agreement. Requirements and review times depend on the address, intended use and scope; a target start date should account for required approvals.

How do you estimate cost and duration?

The estimate depends on measured scope, existing conditions, product selections, access, occupancy constraints and required approvals. Ask which allowances and exclusions are included, which dates depend on outside decisions and how changes will be authorized.

What types of commercial property can I ask about?

The earlier Perkins commercial page discusses office, retail, hospitality, industrial, healthcare, education and mixed-use projects. These are starting points for a fit conversation, not a blanket qualification for every project. Confirm sector-specific licensing, design expertise and approvals for your exact use.

Can material choices support efficiency and resilience?

Discuss maintenance, service life, exposure and operating requirements when comparing systems. Energy or sustainability goals should be translated into project-specific selections and documentation. No energy savings, certification or performance outcome should be assumed without supporting specifications.

Which South Florida counties do you serve?

Perkins serves Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Monroe counties through its Miami and Jupiter offices. Provide the property location and scope to confirm the appropriate office and project availability.

What should a property manager prepare for the first discussion?

Bring the property location and use, a short scope description, current plans or reports, occupancy details, preferred timing and budget expectations. Identify the owner or association decision-maker and any landlord requirements. Only take condition photos from a safe, accessible location.

Your next step

Let’s talk about
your property.

Share the scope, operating constraints and preferred timing. Start a commercial construction inquiry with Perkins.

Start a commercial inquiry

No generic schedule or price is assumed. The project team confirms scope, availability and next steps.

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