THE WEITZ COMPANY
RADNOR PROPERTY
GENERAL CONTRACTOR // CONSTRUCTION MANAGER // DESIGN-BUILDER
Weitz 02 Weitz Experience
Section 01 // About Weitz
About Weitz
I n 1855, Charles H. Weitz, an entrepreneurial German immigrant, founded his construction company in Des Moines, Iowa, based on quality craftsmanship and a commitment to client satisfaction. Today, The Weitz Company has grown to become one of the nation's premier general contractors but still holds on to the same ideals and core values upon which our company was founded. With 170 years of engineering and craftsmanship experience, Weitz has positioned itself as a leader in the construction industry through our mantra to Build a Better Way through our testament of integrity and commitment to safety, quality, and performance.
The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager and is licensed or registered to do business in all 50 states and Mexico. We have forged our reputation by constantly seeking new construction innovations and technologies that provide our clients with predictable, reliable, and collaborative services. Our financial strength, longevity, full range of construction services, and stability through 170 years of economic cycles have helped us consistently deliver successful and innovative projects all across the country.
Weitz Company Product Lines
COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL
§ Aviation
§ Clubhouse
§ Convention Centers
§ Data Centers
§ Education (K-12)
§ Healthcare
§ Higher Education
§ Historic Renovation
§ Hospitality
§ Laboratory
Multifamily
Municipal
Office
Parking
Religious
Retail/Mixed use
Senior Living
Sports
Student Housing
Tenant Improvement
§ Agriculture § Automotive
§ Distribution & Logistics
§ Food & Beverage
§ Manufacturing
§ Process & Renewables
§ Transportation
170 YEARS OF SUCCESS
$2B ANNUAL REVENUE
1,900+ COMPANY EMPLOYEES .52 SAFETY EMR RATING
ONTRACTORS
Weitz Florida Headquarters // West Palm Beach, FL
FLORIDA OPERATIONS
Weitz has been building in the Florida marketplace since 1978. We have a strong team of subcontractors, suppliers and craft personnel with whom we have built enduring relationships based on proven performance of providing quality work and materials. Since opening a Palm Beach County office over 45 years ago, and maintaining continuous operations in Broward County and Miami-Dade since 2004, the business unit has completed over 600 diverse project types that have ranged in both size and complexity. Our long history with many repeat clients is a true testament to our business values, construction standards and safety practices. In fact, more than 75% of our business is from repeat or referral clients. We are committed to the growth of the local businesses and being a part of the on-going economic development and revitalization of the market sectors we serve.
UF Honors Residential Complex // Gainesville, FL
FLORIDA EXPERTISE
§ Aviation
§ Clubhouse
§ Education (K-12)
§ Higher Education
§ Historic Renovation
§ Hospitality
§ Laboratory
§ Municipal
§ Office
§ Parking Garages
§ Religious
§ Cultural/ Performing Arts
§ Senior Living
§ Sports
§ Student Housing
§ Tenant Improvement
LOCATIONS
West Palm Beach, FL 1400 Centrepark Blvd., Suite 700 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.262.8275
Fort Lauderdale, FL 1214 S Andrews Ave., Suite 302
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
954.505.2080
PGA Corporate Campus // Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The Breakers Hotel // Palm Beach, FL
Section 02 // Weitz Experience
THE STANDARD AT CORAL GABLES
Coral Gables. FL
CLIENT
Landmark Properties
ARCHITECT
Bermello, Ajamil & Partners, Inc.
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Student Housing
SIZE
+ 28,000 SF Retail Space
+ 163,537 SF Parking Garage
+ 5 Floors
COST
$69.8 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The new mixed-use student housing facility features a covered breezewaythat runs through the ground level of the building allowing the public to access the 28,000 SF of retail space.
The luxury apartment complex spans floors 5 through 9. Residents have the option to choose from one-, two-, or three-bedroom floor plans. Units on the fifth floor feature private terraces in addition to eight premium units that are fully furnished with a pool table and upgraded appliances.
The Standard at Coral Gables provides upscale amenities to its residents.These include a coffee bar and computer labs on the ground floor; a club room with study lounges, game room, fitness center, and pool and pool deck with fire pits and grills located on the fifth floor; and a public terrace and dog wash station on the sixth floor. The 163,537 SF parking garage is located on floors 2, 3 and 4 and houses eight electric car charging stations, 366 parking stalls, and 173 bicycle stalls.
CORAL GABLES PUBLIC SAFETY
Coral Gables, FL
CLIENT City of Coral Gables
ARCHITECT
AECOM
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Municipal
SIZE
+ 116,000 SF
+ 74,000 SF
+ 160 Parking Spaces
COST
$55.6 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Located on the tight corner of Minorca Avenue and Salzedo Street on the outskirts of downtown Coral Gables, Florida, the new Public Safety Building functions as the headquarters for the City's Police and Fire Departments. At 116,000 SF, the functionality of this fivestory, Category 5 Hurricane Hardened municipal facility serves a primary purpose: resident safety. The new Public Safety Building also includes a 74,000 SF, 160-stall parking garage.
Each floor serves a specific purpose and features state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. Some of these features include:
• Police Training Facility with Simulation Training Rooms, Armory and Shooting Ranges
• Emergency Operations Center with an 18 Screen Video Walls
• 911 Call Center and CCTV Security Rooms
• Information Technology Department with Data Center
• Detective and Investigation Department with Workspaces, Evidence Storage, Forensic Lab, Interview Rooms, and Police Administration
• Fire Department Response, Recreation and Sleeping Quarters
• Community Room with Removable Partitions
BROWARD COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER & HOTEL
Fort Lauderdale, FL
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Since January 2010, Weitz has been serving as Broward County’s Representative, overseeing both the construction of the New Family Courthouse and the Convention Center expansion. From schematic design all the way through project completion, Weitz has represented the County on these large and complex projects.
Weitz is working with five other key project stakeholders as the owner’s representative to deliver the design-build Broward County Convention Center expansion project, coming in at an estimated cost of $1.1+ Billion When complete in Q4 2025, the expanded convention center will boast more than 1.2 million square feet of event space (including 350,000 square feet of contiguous exhibition space), a new 65,000-square-foot waterfront ballroom, the latest in new technology, new dining concepts, enhanced water taxi access, and an iconic waterfront plaza with public access. The hotel will also add more than 73,000 square feet of meeting space, an 11,000-square-foot spa and fitness center and expanded entertainment, retail, and dining spaces for visitors and residents to enjoy. The expansion will also include an 800-room, fourdiamond Omni Hotel on the property.
BROWARD COUNTY COURTHOUSE
Fort Lauderdale, FL
CLIENT Broward County
ARCHITECT
AECOM
PROJECT TYPE
New Construciton, Municipal
SIZE
+ 693,000 SF
COST
$272 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
With its design and County Business Enterprise (CBE) partners, The Weitz Company served as Owner's Representative to Broward County for the construction of the new, 21-story courthouse. The 693,000 SF building includes 45 full-size courtrooms, 12 smaller courtrooms, 18 hearing rooms, and staff and support spaces. The project also includes a pedestrian bridge for prisoners, judges, and other people moving between the courthouse and parking garage connector on the second floor. The building features high-quality, high-efficiency mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems; multiple elevators; electronic court features with wi-fi throughout; and digitized Clerk of the Court Facilities. This state-of-the-art facility achieved LEED Gold certification.
MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE WOLFSON PARKING GARAGE
Miami, FL
CLIENT
Miami-Dade College
ARCHITECT
Leo A Daly
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Parking Garage
SIZE
+ 597 Parking Spaces
+ 7-Level Structure
+ Downtown Urban Site
COST
$14.9 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This 7-level parking garage was built on a constrained site in the middle of Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus in downtown Miami, Florida. The garage was built with tilt-up construction using architectural precast concrete fabricated off site. This garage was designed to accommodate 597 vehicles. Part of the first floor and all of the second floor is reserved parking for employees of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, who will have their own secure entrance. The remainder of the garage will be used bythe College.
Architectural highlights include large perforated aluminum panels in the share of the Miami Dade College logo hung from the south elevation. On the north and east elevations, the logo is cast in concrete and painted blue.
THE WATERGARDEN CONDOMINIUMS
Fort Lauderdale, FL
CLIENT Minto Communities
ARCHITECT
CFE Architects
PROJECT TYPE
New ConstructionMultifamily
SIZE
+ 550,140 SF
+ 31 Stories
COST
$55.8 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Situated on a very tight site near the river in Ft. Lauderdale, this 31-story structure sets the standard for urban living. The facility features a 550,140 SF luxury residential tower that includes 315 units, a 220,000 SF parking structure to accommodate 509 vehicles, and a 39,367 SF Recreation Center featuring a large common area with pool, spa and fitness center.
Weitz provided 12 months of preconstruction services and was successful at reducing the owner’s initial budget by several million dollars even with various scope additions.
THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH
Palm Beach, FL
34+ Years Renovation and Refurbishing On-Site
CLIENT
The Breakers Palm Beach ARCHITECT Various
PROJECT
Historical Refurbishment, Renovations, Hospitality
+ 1.4 Million SF+
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Since 1992, The Weitz Company has been on the premises of this historic hotel serving as a Design-Build vendor upgrading and renovating the luxurious property.
During the past 30 years, Weitz has managed to renovate and revitalize a significant portion of the resort property. All projects completed at The Breakers are completed on a fast-track basis while the hotel remains in full operation. Working with one of North America’s finest luxury resorts is a privilege and Weitz is proud to have completed every Breakers project on time and within budget. Our teamwork, attention to detail, and commitment to quality has led to total satisfaction on part of our client.
$600 Million+
THE ROYAL POINCIANA PLAYHOUSE
Palm Beach, FL
Landmark Historical Renovations and Refurbishing
CLIENT WS Development
ARCHITECT
Spina Orourke + Partners
PROJECT TYPE Historical Refurbishment, Renovation, Hospitality, Entertainment
SIZE
+ 36,000 SF Renovation
+ 7,600 SF Addition
COST
$38.1 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Royal Poinciana Playhouse project on Palm Beach consists of the renovation and expansion of the existing multilevel playhouse along with associated sitework, hardscapes and seawall. The project includes approximately 36,000 SF of renovations and 7,600 SF of additions.
The scope of work also includes upgrades to the exterior shell of the building and redevelopment of exterior terrace spaces and restaurant patio deck that overlooks the intra-coastal.
THE METROPOLITAN CONDOMINIUM
West Palm Beach, FL
CLIENT Kenco Communities
ARCHITECT
CFE Architects
PROJECT TYPE
Renovation, Multifamily
SIZE
+ 321,365 SF
+ 149 Units
COST
$32.2 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Situated in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach, this 8 story urban living community features 149 condominium units, a lobby, club room, fitness center, spa and rooftop swimming pool. The neighboring public high school, private residences, a major retail facility and performing arts center presented numerous coordination challenges for on site crews. To assure a smooth progression, Weitz staff prepared a proactive and comprehensive plan that addressed safety, protection of adjacent buildings, and logistic items such as traffic control, material and equipment deliveries, hoisting and worker parking. In order to construct two levels of underground parking, 60-80 foot deep sheet piles were installed 20 feet from the existing structure.
THE KRAVIS CENTER RENOVATIONS & VALET GARAGE
West Palm Beach, FL
5 Renovation Projects Completed for Client
CLIENT The Kravis Center
ARCHITECT Leo A Daly
PROJECT TYPE
Renovation, Hospitality
SIZE
+ 94,454 SF Valet Garage + 10,655 SF Lobby Expansion
COST
$44.3 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Utilizing a design-build delivery, the project was broken out into 12 phases, completed over an 18-month schedule.
Features of the expansion include: a new 278-stall, 94,454 squarefoot valet parking garage to alleviate congestion in and around the main parking garage; the expansion of the Dreyfoos Hall Lobby to elevate the experience of show-goers; upgrades to the west drop-off canopy, Cohen Pavilion canopy and addition of the new valet canopy; colorful water features and expansive landscape on the pedestrian-friendly plaza; an interconnected ramp up to the fourth floor is the main parking garage with access to Okeechobee Boulevard; new screening and signage on the existing main parking garage; and a new signage plaza at the southwest corner of the property with monument lenticular 3D sign to draw attention to upcoming events.
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA HONORS RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX
Gainesville, FL
Largest UF Student Housing Complex
CLIENT
University of Florida
ARCHITECT
PGAL
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Student Housing
SIZE
+ 413,587 SF
+ 1,415 Beds
+ Active Campus
+ Fast-Track, Design-Build
COST
$178 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Located along Museum Road in Gainesville, Florida, the University of Florida’s New Undergraduate Residential Complex with Honors College is intended to promote a sense of community amongst students and Honors program staff.
This state-of-the-art facility features four residential halls, 5-6 stories each, and a one-story common space building to create the five building complex. The residential buildings house a combination of single and double suites, including ADA suites, for a total of 1,415 beds (825 units).
The residential complex also includes academic support spaces, faculty offices, reading room, maker studio, gaming lounge, ensemble practice room, art studio, mindfulness/meditation suite, Great Lawn with outdoor amenities, and Great Hall with convertible space for a 145-seat lecture hall, 80-seat lounge, 70seat cocktail reception, or 112-seat banquet event.
PGA CORPORATE CAMPUS, PHASE I
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
CLIENT Confidential
ARCHITECT
Perkins & Will
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Office
SIZE
+ 280,000 SF Office
+ 700 Parking Spaces
COST
$173 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The building stands as a testament to resilience and meticulous design, starting with a sturdy foundation transitioning seamlessly into a steel frame, clad in a durable exterior designed to withstand severe weather conditions.
Inside, the 280,000 square feet of Class A office space includes amenities like fitness centers, a cafeteria, and electric vehicle charging stations, emphasizing adaptability with an access floor system and elegant partitions. At its core lies a striking interior atrium with conference rooms and stairs, housing a cutting-edge Tier III data center.
Adjacent to the office space is a three-level parking structure integrating solar panels and sustainable energy practices. Surrounding enhancements across 36 acres include new roads, landscaping, stormwater management, and utility systems, complemented by a private lift station and sizable backup power capacity, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY MACARTHUR CAMPUS STUDENT HOUSING
Jupiter, FL
CLIENT Greystar
ARCHITECT
KSQ Design
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Student Housing
SIZE
+ 58,000 SF
+ 165 Beds / 60 Units
COST
$15.2 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Florida Atlantic University’s MacArthur Campus is the Honors College extension of the University located in Jupiter, Florida. The new residence hall houses 165 beds in two- and four-bedroom units spanning over 3 stories and 58,000 SF. The project features a community kitchen, study lounges, computer labs, laundry facilities and a courtyard. The project also features a fitness center that is accessible to all campus students.
FLORIDA ATLATNIC UNIVERSITY BOCA CAMPUS STUDENT HOUSING
Boca Raton, FL
CLIENT Greystar
ARCHITECT
KSQ Design
PROJECT TYPE
New Construction, Student Housing
SIZE
+ 185,920 SF
+ 616 Beds / 183 Units
COST
$39.4 Million
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Located in the heart of Florida Atlantic University’s Boca Raton campus, the new 616-bed, 7-story, 185,920 SF student housing facility replaces the 94-bed Algonquin Hall, which was originally built in 1965. The project features two- and four-bedroom style units. The concrete structure houses 183 units with a total of 616 beds.
The ground floor features common space with a kitchen accessible to all dormitory residents and an academic advising, learning and career center called the Get Wise Facility, which is accessible to all University students. The project also includes study lounges and laundry facilities.
