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Best Construction Firms in Miami 2026

Miami's construction market is one of the most active in the United States. From luxury Brickell high-rises and Fisher Island estates to commercial developments across Doral and the Design District, finding the right general contractor is the difference between a project on time and on budget — and one that drags on with cost overruns and frustration.

This ranking covers top-rated construction firms and general contractors serving the Miami metro area in 2026 — from major builders behind Brickell's skyline to family-run firms specializing in luxury residential renovations. Rankings reflect notable project portfolios, industry awards (Engineering News-Record, Structures Awards, AIA), public ratings, and editorial assessment of specialization and Florida Building Code expertise.

Methodology: Composite scores reflect Project Portfolio (35%), Industry Recognition (25%), Florida Building Code Expertise (20%), and Public Ratings (20%). Featured Partner placements are clearly labeled and do not influence organic rankings.

The Top 10 Construction Firms in Miami

Ranked by editorial assessment, public ratings, industry recognition, and verified market presence.

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Coastal Construction

Miami, FL · Family-run · 4th generation builder
Top-Tier BuilderCelebrity Clients

Among the top construction companies in the country, Coastal Construction is a 4th-generation family-run builder with portfolio spanning Class A office, high-rise residential, and hospitality. Notable Miami projects include the LEED-accredited 1450 Brickell tower, Axis Brickell condos, Midtown 29, and ultra-luxury Six Fisher Island. Best for major commercial and ultra-luxury residential projects.

High-rise expertiseLEED accreditedMajor projects
9.6
Composite Score
ENR · Brand Vision · Industry Awards
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Plaza Construction

Miami, FL · Construction management & GC · Founded 1986
High-Rise ExpertHospitality Specialist

Construction management and general contracting firm with strong Miami high-rise residential and hospitality expertise. Notable projects include the 52-story Biscayne Beach in Edgewater, W South Beach hotel, One Ocean in South of Fifth, and Sunshine Towers in Miami Beach. Best for high-rise and hospitality developers.

52-story towersW HotelsEdgewater & South Beach
9.4
Composite Score
Brand Vision · Industry Recognition
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Brodson Construction

Miami, FL · Founded 1989 · Mid-size GC with national reach
Historic RenovationsNational Reach

Mid-size general contracting company founded in 1989 by Barry Brodsky and his father Stanley. Known for renovation of historically-significant residences and ground-up new residential construction. Personalized service with meticulous attention to detail.

Historic homesNew construction35+ years
9.2
Composite Score
Miami Architect · Industry Recognition
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Newport Property Construction

Coral Gables, FL · Founded 2007 · Florida state-certified
State-Certified2016 Structures Award

Florida state-certified general contractor based in Coral Gables, founded 2007. Provides luxury residential construction, renovation, and expansion services, plus multifamily, mixed-use commercial, and office space construction. Founders Jose Moré and Jose Gomez won the 2016 Structures Award for Best Residential Custom Home. Featured in Architectural Digest.

Luxury residentialMultifamilyArchitectural Digest
9.0
Composite Score
Structures Awards · Architectural Digest
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Marker Construction Group

Miami, FL · Founded 2001 · Build Better philosophy
High-End ResidentialAward-Winning

Construction management and general contracting firm founded by Grey Marker in 2001. Specializes in high-end residential construction and commercial projects. Notable projects include Indian Creek Estate Mediterranean-style home, Setai Penthouse Miami Beach, and Fisher Island contemporary masterpiece. Multiple awards from Florida building organizations.

High-end residentialIndian CreekAward-winning
8.9
Composite Score
Miami Architect · Building Industry Awards
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Accolade Construction

Miami, FL · Founded 1985 · Architecture, GC, interior design
Architecture + GCSouth Florida's Best

Architectural, general contractor, and interior design firm founded in 1985 by Henrique Chor and Jorge Esteban. Esteban serves as chief architect and was recognized as South Florida's Best Architect by the South Florida Builders' Association. Recipient of FAME, Aurora, and Palm Awards. AIA and NCARB member firm.

40+ yearsAward-winning architectFull-service design-build
8.8
Composite Score
South Florida Builders Association · Industry Awards
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TWENTY TWO GROUP

Miami, FL · 8+ years · High-end residential, commercial, retail
Celebrity ClientsHigh-End Brands

Forward-thinking general contractor focused on high-end clients in residential, commercial, and retail markets. Has built homes for celebrity clients like Cher and Pharrell Williams, plus work for high-end brands including Versace, Cartier, and Christian Louboutin.

Celebrity homesLuxury retailCommercial expertise
8.7
Composite Score
Miami Architect · Industry Recognition
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CDC Builders

Miami, FL · High-end residential focus · Referral-based
High-End ResidentialReferral-Based

Builder focused on high-end residential home construction with expanding commercial portfolio. Has completed homes throughout South Florida from Palm Beach County to Miami Beach. The majority of work comes from referrals from past happy customers, indicating strong client satisfaction track record.

High-end residentialSouth Florida-wideReferral-based
8.6
Composite Score
BuildZoom Top 10 · Customer Referrals
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Cuesta Construction

Miami, FL · Founded 1986 · Brothers Cuesta
Established 1986Residential & Commercial

Established by brothers Michael, William, and George Cuesta in 1986, Cuesta Construction has become one of Miami's top builders in both residential and commercial markets. Long-standing reputation across multiple project types and decades of Miami market presence.

40 yearsFamily businessResidential & commercial
8.5
Composite Score
Miami Architect · Industry Recognition
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Also Ranked: Additional Miami Construction Firms

Additional Miami construction firms evaluated by our research team. Listed by market presence and verified activity. Claim your profile to customize your listing with branded content and verified badges.

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CF Construction and Remodeling
New construction, remodeling, renovation · Miami-Dade & Broward · residential and commercial
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Best Hands Remodeling
Yelp top-rated · home renovation and remodeling specialist
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JPN General Contractor
Free estimates · responsive scheduling · Yelp top-rated
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Maranata Construction
South Florida · luxury custom homes and luxury custom interior renovations
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Newman Brothers Construction
North Miami Beach · LEED-certified · interior remodels in South Beach and Bal Harbour
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Link Construction Group
Doral HQ · commercial GC/CM and design-build · healthcare, retail, industrial
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Ortega Construction
Family-led Miami firm founded 2010 · multifamily, mixed-use, and hospitality
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26 Builders
20+ years building experience across project types in South Florida
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About Miami's Construction Industry

Why Miami construction firms matter and what to look for.

Miami builds differently. Between HVHZ hurricane winds, salty coastal air, year-round humidity, and a construction market running at full throttle, the right general contractor is the difference between a smooth project and a stressful one.

Top Miami general contractors pair deep Florida Building Code expertise with tight cost controls and schedule discipline — coordinating architects, engineers, and dozens of trades while navigating permitting, inspections, and supply-chain realities. They understand ASCE wind loads, FEMA flood zones (AE/VE), and Miami-Dade NOA product approvals, and plan around hurricane season (June–November), rain events, and labor availability so timelines hold.

Our rankings prioritize firms with verified project portfolios, industry recognition, established Miami operating history, and demonstrated specialization — operators who actually deliver Miami projects with discipline.

Our Ranking Methodology

Project Portfolio (35%)

Verified completed projects, project scale, and complexity of work delivered.

Industry Recognition (25%)

ENR rankings, Structures Awards, AIA recognition, and other industry-credible accolades.

Florida Building Code Expertise (20%)

Demonstrated knowledge of HVHZ wind requirements, NOA product approvals, and FEMA flood zones.

Public Ratings (20%)

Aggregated ratings from Houzz, BuildZoom, Yelp, and Google Business reviews.

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