Last updated on November 18th, 2024 at 04:46 am
Stamford, Connecticut is a bustling city found halfway between Manhattan and New Haven. It’s the second-most populous city in Fairfield County and home to nine Fortune 500 companies, making it the largest financial district in the New York metropolitan region outside of New York City itself.
It’s a location ripe with opportunities, known for its booming businesses and entertainment options. If you’re looking to build in the area, we’ve gathered a list of the best commercial contractors in Stamford, Connecticut. This list was curated based on a number of criteria, including the contractors’ years of experience, the quality and complexity of their projects, and the recognition they’ve earned in the field.
A.P. Construction Company
707 Summer Street, Stamford, CT 06901
For the past 40 years, A.P. Construction has provided stellar construction management and general contracting services to the project owners of Stamford and beyond. With decades of experience, the company is well equipped and experienced in all manner of construction, including projects in the commercial, education, healthcare, multi-family, and municipal markets. The A.P. Construction team focuses mainly on projects ranging from $500,000 to $30 million in value.
Andrew B. Ashforth leads A.P. Construction, serving as the Co-Chief Executive Officer of The Ashforth Company and the CEO and President of A.P. Construction Company. Andrew has had the honor of working with several businesses in Connecticut and New York, including a number of Fortune 500 companies. That experience equipped him with the expertise that helped him grow the revenues of A.P. Construction from $10 million a year to $100 million per year after he took over in 1990.
An example of the award-winning company’s great work in the commercial market is this 677 Washington Boulevard project found in Stamford. A.P. conducted construction management on the $8.1 million contract. The team worked on developing a building made for multiple tenants, including a cafeteria, conference and fitness facilities, and a marketplace with a full-service kitchen and seating for 470 people. The development also included the relocation of the fire command center, elevator lobby and restroom renovations, demotion, floor-leveling, and new demising walls.
Gilbane Building Company
1055 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT 06901
Gilbane Building Company stands out in this list as one of the most experienced in the construction business at Stamford. A family-owned organization, Gilbane Building Company has over 150 years of experience, providing integrated construction and facility management services from many offices in the U.S. and overseas.
Gilbane Building Company was established in 1870 as a carpentry and general contracting shop and has since built a solid brand as a leading construction firm that offers services ranging from sustainable building to applying the latest construction technology for clients across a range of markets. At present, the company is led by Thomas F. Gilbane Jr., a fourth-generation Gilbane family member with a background in Business Administration and Civil Engineering from Harvard and MIT.
One great example of the company’s proven handiwork is the Slate School project featured below. This building for a nonprofit independent K-6 school was designed and built with sustainable principles in mind and executed using high-quality, eco-friendly materials. This 6,000-square-foot project is considered one of the most environmentally friendly schools in the country, with design principles that aim for LEED, WELL, and Passive House certifications.
Pavarini North East Construction
30 Oak Street, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT 06905
Since its establishment in 1896, Pavarini North East Construction has proudly remained at the forefront of the construction industry. During its 125 years in the industry, the firm has adapted repeatedly to the new building technologies, all while still staying true to its commitment to high-quality construction, safety, and client satisfaction.
A result of that commitment is this Hildene Capital Management project in Stamford. Standing at 6,400 square feet, this loft-like space in a modern building was designed by Bavier Design and built by Pavarini North East. Some of the key features added to the building are the gorgeous white-washed brick, the reclaimed wood millwork and beams, the polished concrete floors, the raw metal topped with colorful antiques, and some unique seating.
The Tarzia Group
1455 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06905
The Tarzia Group was founded by master builder Nicola Tarzia in 1987, backed by his 25 years of experience building and remodeling homes in Fairfield County. Over the last 34 years, the company has built a hefty portfolio, demonstrating the team’s versatility when it comes to all manner of project needs, from new construction and renovation to project management, custom design, and land development.
What sets The Tarzia Group apart is Nicola’s commitment to good service. He is always accessible for his clients, immediately responding to their needs—an experience not offered by a lot of larger groups. The fruit of that labor shows in the Tengda Asian Bistro project below. Built and designed with a lot of consideration for how the space would feel to dining customers. This cozy bistro offers a welcoming atmosphere where people can enjoy their food in the company of good friends in a great environment.
