Find the Top 24 Commercial Renovation Contractors in Austin, TX
Austin Development Services takes 6-8 weeks for permits (slowest in Texas). Top contractors book 12-16 weeks out. Costs are 50% higher than Houston. East Side and Domain projects book 4-6 months ahead.
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Austin: Slow Permits, Expensive Labor, Long Waits
DSD permitting takes 6-8 weeks minimum (add 2-4 weeks for typical corrections). Quality contractors book 12-16 weeks out. Hot areas (East Side warehouses, Domain offices) book 4-6 months ahead. Costs are brutal: $68-$118/sqft—highest in Texas and climbing.
Reality by area:
- East Side Warehouse Conversions: Structural engineers required, zoning variance likely (add 8-12 weeks), parking waivers needed. Only handful of firms do this well—book 6+ months out.
- Domain/North Austin: Corporate offices compete with residential for contractor time. Expect premium pricing and long waits.
- Downtown: Union labor increasingly required (adds 30% to costs). Parking nightmares, noise restrictions, neighbor complaints all slow work.
Labor shortage is severe—skilled trades book out months ahead. Consider off-peak scheduling (Nov-Jan) for better availability. LEED consultants needed for most tech clients (add $15-25K to budget). Plan 20-30% contingency for this market.
Why Austin is Unique
Development Services Department (DSD) takes 6-8 weeks for permits—add 2-4 weeks if corrections needed (common). Quality contractors book 12-16 weeks out; East Side warehouse conversions and Domain offices book 4-6 months ahead. Labor shortage drives costs to $68-$118/sqft (50% above Houston). Union presence growing (now ~25% of market).
Understanding Commercial Build-Out Costs in Austin
Costs vary significantly based on finish level, building age, location, and scope of work. Here's what you can expect:
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Factors That Affect Your Budget
- Building Age: Older buildings may require electrical upgrades, asbestos abatement, or structural modifications
- Permit Requirements: Austin permitting can add 4-8 weeks and $5,000-50,000+ depending on scope
- MEP Complexity: HVAC, electrical, and plumbing changes significantly impact cost
- Timeline Pressure: Accelerated schedules may require overtime and premium pricing
Soft Costs & Fees
- Architectural Fees: 5-15% of construction costs
- Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) design
- Permit & Impact Fees: City-specific municipal charges
- Project Management: Optional oversight (3-5% of project)
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List of Commercial Renovation Contractors in Austin
Browse 24 verified contractors serving Austin. Filter by specialty, service type, or project size to find your perfect match.
Burt Group
✓ VerifiedElite general contracting firm for Class A office spaces and high-quality Austin interiors.
CBRE Project Management
✓ VerifiedThe global leader in commercial real estate and project delivery.
Cushman & Wakefield
✓ VerifiedGlobal real estate services firm delivering integrated project & development services.
DPR Construction
✓ VerifiedTechnical builder focused on highly complex and sustainable projects for the tech and bio-pharma sectors.
Ingenium Construction
✓ VerifiedSpecializing in luxury hospitality and high-end boutique office projects in Austin.
Metro Fitout Austin
✓ VerifiedSpecializing in the modernization and interior renovation of Austin commercial properties.
NOVO Construction
✓ VerifiedLeading Austin contractor for complex tech-driven tenant improvements and data centers.
Republic Building Co.
✓ VerifiedSpecializing in high-quality Austin tenant finish-outs and interior customization.
S. Watts Group
✓ VerifiedPremier Austin contractor for high-end corporate interiors and complex medical build-outs.
Transform Commercial
✓ VerifiedAustin specialists in commercial remodeling and functional tenant finish-outs.
TRS Build
✓ VerifiedFull-service remodel and build firm providing turnkey finish-outs in the Austin area.
Unispace
✓ VerifiedA global design firm with a unified methodology for seamless project delivery.
W.E. O'Neil Construction
✓ VerifiedEmployee-owned national builder with strong local roots.
Creating productivity-focused workspaces with over 30 years of market experience.
Strategic building partner known for quality tenant improvement work in Austin.
Providing comprehensive tenant and leasehold improvements for Austin and San Antonio businesses.
Experienced renovation specialists delivering quality interior and repair work.
Quality interior finish-outs delivering excellence in the Austin and Round Rock areas.
Providing custom Austin layouts with specialized metal framing and interior elements.
Managing Austin projects from raw shell space to turnkey-ready corporate interiors.
Full-service design-build firm focusing on brand-rich office interiors in Austin.
Integrated design-build partner delivering turnkey office interiors that reflect brand identity.
Custom interior build-out specialists supporting Austin real estate and office operations.
Creative Austin firm delivering high-design office remodels and strategic space planning.
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