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SRQ Magazine | October 2025: Best of SRQ Winners Showcase - Willis Smith Construction Inc.
WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION INC.
PLATINUM WINNER
BEST CONTRACTOR, COMMERCIAL
FOR OVER FIVE DECADES, WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION HAS BEEN PROUD TO CALL SARASOTA HOME.
Established in 1972 by founder Willis A. Smith, we’ve grown from a small commercial and industrial facility builder into one of the region’s most trusted construction management firms. Today, under the leadership of President and CEO John LaCivita, our almost 100-person team combines deep local roots with national expertise to deliver projects that shape the future of our community.
From schools, churches, theaters, industrial buildings and cultural landmarks to public safety facilities, medical office buildings and unique community spaces, our work is guided by a commitment to excellence and the belief that every project should strengthen the fabric of our region. We don’t just build structures, we build relationships. Our team members live, work, and raise their families right here, which makes every ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking deeply personal.
Every project we take on is more than just a building - it’s a commitment to the people, places, and future of Sarasota. Being recognized as Best of SRQ is an incredible honor because it reflects the trust and pride of the community, we are proud to call home.
— John LaCivita, President & CEO, Willis Smith Construction Sarasota
Our milestones reflect both our growth and our gratitude: completing award-winning projects like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Master Plan, the Mote Science Education Aquarium and delivering almost two dozen fire stations for local first responders and expanding educational facilities that will inspire the next generation. Through it all, our dedication to giving back remains constant, whether it’s sponsoring arts organizations, supporting local nonprofits, or volunteering alongside our neighbors.
Being voted Best of SRQ is an incredible honor because it comes directly from the people we serve. It’s a recognition of the passion, driven quality, and care our team puts into every project. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that our continued success is only possible because of the trust and support of our community.
To everyone who cast a vote for Willis Smith Construction, thank you. We are proud to build for you, with you, and alongside you, for the next 50 years and beyond.
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