Florida new construction for developers and build-to-rent investors
Open-book cost-plus building in Florida, run on tech-enabled project management so you see every cost and milestone. Project management and owner's-rep services available nationwide.
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- Open-book cost transparency
- 100%
- Licensed general contractor
- Florida
- Response time on new inquiries
- 1 business day
Who we work with
Built around three kinds of clients
Developers & build-to-rent investors
Ground-up single-family and small multi-unit projects in Florida, priced open-book cost-plus with reporting your lenders and partners can follow.
See the build-to-rent programLandowners: ADUs & custom homes
Have a lot or a backyard? Compare build models and plans for an ADU or custom home, then see what your property allows.
Explore build modelsGeneral contractors: white-label
Offer residential construction under your own brand while our licensed team runs the build behind the scenes.
How white-label worksWhy Hivesta
Built for developers. Run on technology.
Hivesta is a tech-enabled general contractor for residential developers and investors. Our project platform gives you visibility into every dollar, every milestone and every decision.
From a single spec home to a multi-unit development, we bring the operational discipline and open-book transparency that investors expect.
Book a call with our teamTechnology first
Real-time dashboards and digital reporting instead of spreadsheets and phone tag.
Developer mindset
We work alongside developers and investors, so budgets and schedules are measured against your returns.
Florida expertise
Working knowledge of Florida permitting, zoning and market conditions for residential builds.
Licensed & insured
Licensed Florida general contractor, fully insured.
What We Do
Development & construction services
Construction in Florida. Project management and owner's-rep services nationwide.
Washington and California construction — coming soon.
Residential New Construction
Ground-up residential construction in Florida for developers and investors, from permitting to certificate of occupancy.
Development Consulting
Advisory for small and mid-size developers: feasibility, deal structuring, budgeting and value engineering.
Owner's Representation
Independent oversight on your behalf, keeping the project on budget, on schedule and to standard.
Project Management
Scheduling, cost control, vendor coordination and reporting for residential developments.
Tech-Enabled Delivery
Project dashboards and digital reporting so you can see progress and costs at every milestone.
Investor Partnerships
For investors building residential portfolios: from site selection to a finished, rentable home.
Pricing Model
Open-book cost-plus construction
You pay the actual cost of labor and materials plus an agreed fee. Every invoice is visible to you, and the fee structure depends on your role and project.
Developers
Cost-plus rates for developers with repeat project pipelines.
Investors
Open-book cost-plus pricing with reporting built around investor return expectations.
Owner-Builders
Flexible cost-plus structures for individual owners building a custom home.
Typical range
$90–$115
per sq ft · base construction cost in Florida
Base construction cost only; the cost-plus management fee is separate and varies by scope. Estimates only; final pricing depends on site, plans and specifications.
Discuss a build-to-rent projectBuild-to-rent, built open-book
For individual investors adding their first rental, investment funds, and institutional buyers who need a GC to execute a build-to-rent strategy in Florida.
Transparent build cost
Cost-plus pricing with every invoice visible to you
Rental-focused plans
Floor plans chosen with tenant demand and upkeep in mind
Permits to tenant-ready
We manage permitting, construction and closeout
Scales with you
From a single unit to a multi-unit development
Get a free feasibility report for your lot
Enter a Florida property address or parcel ID. Our AI analysis covers zoning, permitted uses, build-cost estimates and development potential, and the PDF report is emailed to you in minutes.
Build Your Way
Two Ways to Build. One Standard of Quality.
Hivesta builds both traditional stick-built and prefabricated steel homes in Florida, so you can choose the method that fits your site, budget and schedule. Washington and California construction — coming soon.
Traditional Stick-Built
Conventional wood-frame construction — proven, customizable, and built to last.
Prefabricated Steel Homes
Prefabricated steel homes built through our partnership with HapiHomes.
Powered by our partnership with HapiHomes — bringing prefabricated steel construction to market.
White-Label Partnership
Our platform. Your brand.
Not every developer or contractor wants to build a construction operation from scratch. With our white-label model you use Hivesta's platform and licensed team while presenting the work under your own name.
Whether you're a developer offering turnkey construction to investors or a firm expanding into residential, we work as your back-end construction partner.
Explore a partnershipYour brand, our execution
Offer construction under your own brand. Your clients deal with you; we run the build behind the scenes.
Investor-ready reporting
Give your investors project updates, budgets and timelines without building your own reporting system.
Licensed & insured
Work with a licensed Florida general contractor with insurance in place, instead of setting up your own.
Room to grow
Take on more projects without adding overhead. Our platform and team scale with your pipeline.
Construction Services
Single-Scope Trade & MEP Services
Beyond full-scale development, we provide individual construction trade and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) services. From roofing to HVAC, we bring the same quality and transparency to every scope of work.
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Start your next project
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