Commercial construction means the design, renovation, and construction of structures for business or commercial purposes. Commercial construction comprises a broad category of services and project types.
Types of Commercial Construction Projects
Office Buildings
- Corporate headquarters
- Co-working spaces
- Business parks
Retail and Shopping Centers
- Malls
- Supermarkets
- Showrooms
- Standalone retail stores
Hospitality Buildings
- Hotels and resorts
- Restaurants and cafes
- Banquet halls
Healthcare Facilities
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Labs and diagnostic centers
Educational Institutions (Private)
- Schools
- Colleges
- Training centers
Industrial and Warehousing
- Factories
- Distribution centers
- Storage facilities (commercial scale)
Entertainment Facilities
- Cinemas and theaters
- Sports arenas
- Amusement parks
Mixed-Use Developments
- Buildings with retail, office, and residential elements
Services Commonly Provided in Commercial Construction
Pre-construction Services
- Feasibility studies
- Site selection and analysis
- Budget estimation and scheduling
- Design and planning consultation
- Permits and approvals
Construction Management
- Project coordination and supervision
- Scheduling and resource management
- Contractor/subcontractor coordination
- Safety management
- Quality assurance and compliance
General Contracting
- Full execution of construction as per design plans
- Labor and materials procurement
- On-site work such as concrete, steel, roofing, and interiors
Design-Build Services
- One organization does both the design and construction
- Simplifies communication and timelines
Interior Fit-Outs
- HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Flooring, lighting, ceilings, partitions
- Furniture and fixture installation
Renovation and Remodeling
- Upgrading or expanding existing commercial spaces
- Adaptive reuse of old buildings
Sustainability and Green Building
- LEED certification consulting
- Energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials