DC Construction Associates

What DC Construction Associates does

DC Construction Associates, Inc. is a privately held, full-service commercial general contractor founded in 2005 by Chris Peck and Dave Connor and headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida, with a wholly-owned Central Florida branch (DC Construction Associates of Central Florida, LLC) covering Jacksonville to Orlando. The firm employs 101-250 staff with over 600 years of combined construction experience and delivers five integrated service lines - design-build, value engineering, pre-construction consulting, construction management, and general construction - across six project categories: self-storage, retail and restaurant, commercial interior, medical and healthcare, shell construction, and exterior renovation.

The business operates as a project-based general contractor with one-time project fees plus professional-services revenue from pre-construction consulting and value engineering engagements. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales via direct engagement with property owners, developers, and multi-location brand operators; the firm does not disclose pricing publicly. Customer base spans healthcare (Sanitas Medical Centers, NYU Langone, Palm Beach Brain & Spine, Solantic Urgent Care), financial services (Polen Capital, 500 Broward Financial Center), retail and restaurant (Just Salad at 12+ Florida locations, Delray Beach Club, Another Broken Egg Café), self-storage (Banner Storage Group, Extra Space, Sentry, Compass), and professional-services firms (HairClub, NSD).

Recent recognition includes SFBJ 2024 Fastest Growing Companies (65.34% growth, Over $25M tier), SFBJ 2025 #28 Largest General Contractor and #73 Largest Private Company, plus Tilt-Up Concrete Association awards in 2019 and 2025. The company has no disclosed institutional backing, no M&A history, and operates with two offices within Florida. Core technology is conventional construction services; no proprietary software, AI/ML, or platform products are evidenced.

Name

DC Construction Associates

Legal name

DC Construction Associates, Inc.

Website

https://dcconstructionassociates.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

DC Construction Associates is a privately held Florida-based commercial general contractor offering design-build, value engineering, pre-construction consulting, construction management, and general construction services across self-storage, retail, healthcare, commercial-interior, shell, and renovation projects.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Construction Services

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (23622), Nonresidential Building Construction (2362)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Office & Corporate Building Construction (IMAFACAA)

Keywords

• Commercial general contracting
• Design-build construction
• Pre-construction consulting
• Value engineering services
• Construction management

Headquarters

HQ city

Boca Raton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. General Construction Services: One-time project-based fees for construction services including design-build, general construction, and construction management. Projects range from self-storage facilities, retail and restaurant construction, commercial interiors, medical and healthcare facilities, office facilities, and industrial and distribution centers.
2. Pre-Construction Consulting: Early project planning services including feasibility studies, budgeting, scheduling, and risk assessment to help clients make informed decisions before construction begins.
3. Value Engineering: Cost optimization services that identify the most cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, providing highest quality product for least expense.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

DC Construction Associates is a mid-size, full-service commercial general contractor providing design-build, value engineering, pre-construction consulting, construction management, and general construction services throughout Florida. The company delivers new builds, buildouts, and renovations across self-storage, retail and restaurant, commercial interior, medical and healthcare, shell, and exterior renovation project categories for property owners, developers, healthcare systems, and retail operators.

Product overview

DC Construction Associates is a mid-size, full-service commercial general contractor offering a comprehensive range of construction services throughout Florida. The company provides five core service offerings: Design-Build Services, Value Engineering, Pre-Construction Consulting, Construction Management, and General Construction. These services support six primary project categories: Self-Storage Construction, Retail & Restaurant Construction, Commercial Interior Construction, Medical & Healthcare Construction, Shell Construction, and Exterior Renovation projects. The company operates a branch office, DC Construction Associates of Central Florida, LLC, servicing the Jacksonville to Orlando region, while headquarters manages the remainder of Florida. Incorporated in 2005, the company has over 20 years of experience and staff representing more than 600 years of combined construction experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Design-Build Services Integrated design and construction service that takes projects from initial concept to completion, leveraging decades of experience and industry relationships to streamline the construction process for commercial clients.
• Value Engineering Cost optimization service that identifies the most cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, maximizing project value for clients through alternative approaches and creative problem-solving.
• Pre-Construction Consulting Early-stage project planning service covering feasibility studies, budgeting, scheduling, and risk assessment to help clients make informed decisions before construction begins.
• Construction Management Expert oversight and management throughout the construction process to maintain project timelines, budgets, and quality standards while navigating regulatory, technical, and budgetary challenges.
• General Construction Complete construction services tailored to the unique needs of each project, ensuring timely and efficient completion across diverse project types including self-storage, retail and restaurant, commercial interior, medical and healthcare, shell, and exterior renovation projects.
• Self-Storage Construction Construction services for self-storage facilities, including new builds and renovations, with Tilt-Up concrete construction capability recognized by the Tilt-Up Concrete Association.
• Retail & Restaurant Construction Construction services for retail spaces and restaurant establishments, including multi-location rollout builds for national brands.
• Commercial Interior Construction Interior construction and renovation services for commercial office spaces and corporate headquarters.
• Medical & Healthcare Construction Construction services for medical facilities, healthcare centers, urgent care clinics, and clinical spaces, including multi-site rollouts for healthcare operators.
• Shell Construction Core and shell building construction for commercial and industrial facilities, including Tilt-Up concrete shell buildings.
• Exterior Renovation Exterior renovation and improvement services for existing commercial properties, including shopping centers and commercial buildings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65.34% revenue growth (2024)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) South Palm Beach ChapterminorOthers · 1 January 2013DC Construction Associates has been a proud sponsor of the CCA South Palm Beach Chapter since 2013. The CCA advises and educates the public on conservation of marine resources, with the objective of conserving, promoting, and enhancing present and future availability of coastal resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public.
• SOWW (Special Operations Wounded Warriors)minorOthersDC Construction Associates is a proud sponsor of SOWW, a 501(c)(3) charity offering thanks and fellowship to men and women of Special Operations Forces who have sacrificed for personal freedoms and safety. SOWW provides outdoor experiences to active duty and veteran U.S. Military Special Operations Forces who have received wounds in battle and the Country's prestigious Purple Heart Medal.
• Boca Raton Firefighter & Paramedic Benevolent FundminorOthersDC Construction supports this organization which supports programs including Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, Inc., Boca Raton Fire Explorers, and Children's Burn Foundation of Florida, as well as providing ongoing support for firefighter health, safety, and education programs.
• Tampa Bay Frogman Swim and Navy SEAL FoundationminorOthersDC Construction continuously supports this annual 3+ mile open water swim event and fundraiser from St. Petersburg to Tampa. The charity event benefits families of wounded or fallen Navy SEALs.
• Delray Beach Historical SocietyminorOthersDC Construction Associates proudly supports the Delray Beach Historical Society which collects, preserves and shares materials from Delray Beach's past so present and future generations can comprehend more fully their predecessors, communities and themselves.
• Team Some Assembly Required (TSAR)minorOthersDC Construction is a proud sponsor of Team SAR, a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization founded by veterans and comprised of veteran and civilian adaptive athletes and their supporters dedicated to the growth and expansion of competitive adaptive sports across multiple disciplines.
• Boca Hoops Youth Basketball ProgramminorOthersDC Construction Associates was inducted into the Boca Hoops 'Hall of Fame' for their numerous years of support since 2012. Dave Connor received the 'Hall of Fame' honor on November 10, 2018.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Moss & Associates: Fort Lauderdale-headquartered commercial general contractor operating across Florida, with overlapping project categories including commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and education. Moss is a direct comparable in scale, vertical mix, and Florida-centric geographic footprint, and is ranked higher on the same South Florida Business Journal Largest General Contractors list.
• Stiles Corporation: Fort Lauderdale-based real estate development and construction services firm with commercial office, industrial, and retail project delivery. Comparable in Florida-centric geographic footprint and overlaps in commercial interior and office build-out services.
• Coastal Construction Group: Miami-based commercial general contractor with broad Florida reach across hospitality, commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects. Comparable in service model (construction management, design-build, pre-construction) and competes in the same South Florida enterprise market.
• ANF Group: Davie, Florida-based commercial general contractor delivering healthcare, education, commercial, and government projects across Florida. Similar mid-sized scale, similar South Florida base, and overlapping vertical exposure (especially healthcare and commercial interiors).
• Kaufman Lynn Construction: Boca Raton, Florida-based commercial GC serving senior living, multifamily, education, and commercial office sectors. Closely comparable in size, geography (South Florida), and project types, and competes directly for similar enterprise clients in the same Miami-Dade/Broward/Palm Beach market.

Broad incumbents

• The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company: Major national commercial GC serving commercial, healthcare, industrial, and technology clients with Florida operations. While much larger in scale, it competes for similar enterprise commercial projects in the Florida market.
• Suffolk Construction: Large national commercial GC with Florida presence (Miami, Tampa), serving commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and technology sectors. Competes for similar enterprise projects but at substantially larger scale and with technology-enabled construction investments.
• Turner Construction: One of the largest commercial GCs in the US with a significant Florida presence across commercial, healthcare, education, and aviation. Competes for larger enterprise contracts but operates at a much broader scale than DC Construction.
• Balfour Beatty (US Florida operations): Major national commercial GC with material Florida operations serving commercial, healthcare, education, and civil markets. Competes for the same enterprise clients and large-scale projects but operates at significantly greater scale and with broader geographic diversification.

Regional players

• Mark Construction: Florida-based general contractor with commercial, healthcare, and industrial project experience. Direct comparable in regional footprint and mid-market project mix, though with somewhat different vertical emphasis.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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