General Contracting (GC) Services

At Terrapin Construction Group (TCG), we don’t just build projects — we build certainty. With more than one million square feet delivered in 38 states coast to coast, TCG has become the trusted partner for clients across every major commercial construction asset class. From retail rollouts to high-tech cleanrooms, we bring the expertise, scale, and precision to deliver projects on time, on budget, and on spec.

Why Leading Owners Choose TCG as their #1 GC

Choosing a GC is choosing a partner you can trust to deliver. TCG combines large-firm capability with lean, transparent operations, giving clients a faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective experience.

  • Nationwide Presence – Licensed and active in 38 states, with the ability to mobilize coast to coast.

  • Accelerated Schedules – Proven systems and sequencing that recover weeks from project timelines.

  • Cost Advantage – Lean, transparent pricing that typically saves 10–15% compared to traditional GCs.

  • Technical Expertise – In-house PMs and MEP specialists for highly complex builds.

  • Safety & Compliance – OSHA-certified teams with a spotless safety record in highly regulated environments.

Our General Contracting Process

  1. Preconstruction & Planning – Detailed budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews.

  2. Permitting & Compliance – Navigating local jurisdictions and regulations nationwide.

  3. Subcontractor Partnerships – Access to vetted trades and labor networks in all 50 states.

  4. Construction Management – On-site leadership focused on safety, speed, and quality.

  5. Turnover & Support – Comprehensive commissioning, training, and closeout documentation.

Case Study Highlights

Southeast Cold Storage Facility – 90,000 SF
Delivered a 90,000 square foot cold storage warehouse, recovering three weeks on the schedule through efficient sequencing and coordinated trade management.

National Retail Rollout – 40+ Locations
Managed 40 ground-up and remodel retail projects across the Midwest and Southeast, maintaining strict brand standards while reducing average delivery time by two weeks per site.

Northeast Pharmaceutical Cleanroom – 65,000 SF
Completed a pharmaceutical cleanroom expansion under strict cGMP guidelines, ensuring first-time regulatory certification while coordinating multiple specialized trades.

Southern Manufacturing Expansion – 150,000 SF
Delivered a manufacturing facility expansion, integrating advanced MEP systems to support high-load industrial operations, while driving significant long-term energy savings.

Hospitality Renovation – 200,000 SF Hotel Upgrade
Oversaw a multi-phase hospitality renovation, minimizing guest disruption and completing ahead of schedule to maximize seasonal revenue for the operator.

Mixed-Use Development – 250,000 SF Urban Core Project
Served as GC for a large mixed-use property, coordinating retail, office, and residential components under one unified construction program.

Expertise Across All Commercial Asset Classes

Our national experience spans nearly every commercial real estate sector, including:

  • Retail & Programmatic Rollouts – QSR, grocery, big-box, and specialty retail.

  • Hospitality & Entertainment – Hotels, casinos, restaurants, and mixed-use entertainment venues.

  • Healthcare & Life Sciences – Hospitals, clinics, cleanrooms, and pharmaceutical facilities.

  • Cold Storage & Food Processing – Warehouses, distribution centers, and processing plants.

  • Office & Corporate Campuses – Class A office towers, tenant interiors, and flex office space.

  • Industrial & Manufacturing – Heavy manufacturing, light industrial, and logistics centers.

  • Institutional & Education – Universities, research facilities, and training centers.

  • Multifamily & Mixed-Use – Ground-up developments, urban core projects, and adaptive reuse.

The TCG Advantage – National Strength, Local Precision

What makes TCG different is our ability to deliver nationwide consistency while tailoring execution to local codes, subcontractor markets, and client goals. With our lean operating model, union-trained workforce, and trusted trade network, we deliver results faster, safer, and more cost-effectively than traditional GCs.

Let’s Build Your Next Project

When it comes to nationwide general contracting, Terrapin Construction Group is the proven partner for clients who expect scale, speed, and certainty. Whether your project is a flagship retail rollout, a cold storage facility, a hospitality renovation, or a large-scale industrial build, TCG has the experience and reach to bring it to life.

One Partner. Every Phase. Coast to Coast.


At TCG, we simplify the complex. As your nationwide commercial design-build partner, we offer a seamless, start-to-finish solution that unites architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof. From concept to completion, we deliver speed, efficiency, and quality that traditional build models can’t match. Our experienced team collaborates closely with you to turn vision into reality—on time, on budget, and with zero handoffs.

Design smart. Build better. Go further—with TCG.