Home to the Pentagon, Arlington has a robust job market with several Fortune 500 and tech companies in the city. Since it is a competitive market for top talent, employers strive to create an attractive and efficient work environment for their staff. For creating new work spaces, whether ground-up construction, renovations, or tenant improvements, choosing the best contractor is important.

Having the right contractor, who can carry out your vision for the space, can make a difference in attracting and retaining the best workers. We chose the contractors listed here as the best in Arlington for their skill, expertise in commercial and office construction, and reputation.

rand* construction

1029 North Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314

rand* is a woman-owned and led construction company headquartered in the Washington, DC Metro Area. As a premier general contractor, *rand has a strong national presence with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Dallas, and Denver. The company is guided by a simple but powerful business philosophy, which is to always put the client first. It also believes in building with purpose, delivering first-rate commercial spaces across the United States. 

Its projects include the Bell Helicopter Advanced Vertical Lift Demonstration Center in Arlington. The company provided preconstruction and construction services for the 22,033-square-foot facility, which features an open exhibit area, virtual reality room, offices, and conference rooms. The project was completed in eleven weeks. 

*rand received the Honor Award in the 20,000 to 30,000 square feet category at the 2019 IIDA Mid-Atlantic Design Excellence Awards for its work on the Bell Helicopter facility. It also won Best Interiors Space in the 10,000 to 25,000 square feet category at 2019 NAIOP NoVa Excellence in Construction Awards. Some of its other projects have been featured in Austin Business Journal.

Founder and Chairman Linda Rabbitt established rand* construction in 1989. Partner and DC Metro Regional Co-Managing Director Metro Tim Schmidt, LEED ID+C has over 20 years of construction experience. Partner and DC Metro Regional Co-Managing Director and Partner Dave Fletcher has 25 years of experience and 75 awards for craftsmanship.

DAVIS Construction

12530 Parklawn Drive Rockville, Maryland 20852

DAVIS Construction seeks to redefine the construction experience through quality craftsmanship and exemplary service. A leading contractor in the DC Metro Region, the company specializes in retail, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. It is also an expert in historic renovations. Driven by the core values of excellence, integrity, service, and building relationships, DAVIS is one of the most trusted contractors in the Arlington area. 

The company’s  expertise in sustainability is unsurpassed. With LEED AP staff on board, it incorporates green building techniques for healthy and vibrant spaces.  It is also sought after for its virtual construction capabilities and advanced technologies that offer the best in commercial construction. 

The company’s many projects include the Boeing Headquarters, a LEED Gold Certified building in Arlington. The company worked on a 322,000-square-foot office building and 247,000-square-foot garage for the client. It had to navigate the unique challenge of building next to the Potomac River and along Washington National Airport’s flight path. 

DAVIS received the 2017 Star Award for Technical Excellence from the Washington Building Congress (WBC). Its projects have appeared in Washington Business Journal, Vault, and Engineering News-Record. President and CEO Jim Davis has over 30 years of leadership experience. He established the company in 1988.

Clark Construction

7500 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, Maryland 20814

Clark Construction Group provides superior building services for clients throughout the United States. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, the company performs over $5 billion worth of construction work each year. Founded in 1906, it is one of the most experienced office contractors in the nation. It strives for safety, quality, and functionality with each project. As a result, it consistently ranks among the best in the U.S.

Aside from corporate and office buildings, Clark Construction Group also specializes in roadwork and healthcare and mixed-use developments. Its projects include 1812 North Moore Street. At 580,000 square feet, it is one of the largest LEED Platinum office buildings in Arlington County. It features state-of the-art security details, 480 parking spaces, and a steel pyramid at the topmost floor. The project is worth $17 million.  

Clark Construction Group received the 2020 Grand Award for Excellence in Engineering Design from the  American Council of Engineering Companies. It is also the recipient of the 2020 NAIOP Northern Virginia Award of Excellence. Its projects have been featured in Engineering News-Record and Washington Business Journal. 

President and CEO Robert Moser, Jr. has over 24 years of industry experience. He attended Virginia Tech and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

Skanska USA

295 Bendix Rd, Suite 400, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452

Skanska aims to build a better society. It delivers superior projects with a focus on sustainability, ethics, and community investment. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, it is a Fortune 500 company and UN Global Compact member. It is among the ten largest construction companies in the world with over 38,000 employees and billions in total annual revenue.

Its projects include 3901 Fairfax Drive in Arlington. The nine-story office building spans 190,000 square feet with a plaza, retail space, tenant balconies, and rooftop deck with panoramic views of the surrounding areas. The company is pursuing WELL certification for the project. It was designed and built with the highest standards of sustainability and employee wellness in mind.

President and CEO Richard Kennedy is part of Skanska’s Group Leadership Team (GLT). With 23 years of experience in the construction industry, he oversees U.S. construction operations. Skanska USA generated $7.6 billion in revenue in 2019 from commercial development, infrastructure development operations, and construction. Its projects have been featured in PR Newswire, Rebusiness Online, and Globest.

Vantage Construction Corporation

20130 Lakeview Center Plaza Suite 420 Ashburn, VA 20147

Vantage Construction Corporation believes that teamwork is essential to successful projects. This philosophy allows the company to deliver superior and cost-effective commercial projects in a timely manner.

It specializes in general contracting, design-build services, and construction management for the Washington, DC construction market.

The company is committed to customer satisfaction, tailoring its services to ensure that the client’s needs are met. It specializes in offices, tenant interiors, retail, and mixed-use developments. Its projects include ISTE Arlington, a 5,100-square-foot office with an open collaboration space, custom bench seating, exposed ceilings, and LED lighting fixtures. The company installed sliding glass doors and dHive glass partitions to create private offices and conference rooms.

Executive Vice President Walker Ballinger has more than 13 years of leadership experience. With an extensive background in construction and construction management, he oversees Vantage’s projects and operations.  

Vantage was established in 2004. As a Corporate Citizen, the company supports several charities and non-profits. These include the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH), The Builders Foundation, and Caddy for a Cure.

HITT Contracting Inc.

2900 Fairview Park Drive Falls Church, VA 22042

HITT is a national leader in general contracting. Known for first-in-class construction, the company offers a wide range of construction solutions. These include corporate interior fit-outs, base building construction and renovation, and service and emergency work. HITT also specializes in IDIQ service contracts and ground-up, build-to-suit buildings.

The company gives clients access to more than 1,100 construction professionals for the best results. It provides the resources needed to support clients’ commercial contracting needs in Arlington and the surrounding areas. It has delivered projects for the office, commercial, and industrial markets. 

Its portfolio includes Henninger Media Services headquarters office. The project spans 18,500 square feet and a contract value totaling $2,420,000.  It features an expansive facility with 35 acoustically-isolated postproduction rooms and a 4,000-square-foot mezzanine. 

HITT is the recipient of several 2020 ABC Excellence in Construction Awards. Its projects have appeared in Engineering News-Record, Washington Business Journal, and Virginia Business Journal. 

CEO Kim Roy has over 22 years of experience in commercial construction. She started her career with HITT’s Base Building sector, delivering more than 6.5 million square feet of new construction and tenant fit-out projects. The company was established in 1937.

Pizzano General Contractors

1019 Cameron Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Pizzano Contractors builds vibrant, commercial spaces where people can be productive and creative. The company has been serving the needs of developers and business owners in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia for over six decades. Its business mantra, “Whatever.It.Takes,” perfectly captures the company’s commitment to customer satisfaction. Pizanno goes the extra mile to build strong relationships with clients, no matter how small or big the project.

As a family-owned and -managed company, Pizzano’s owners are personally involved in each project. The company draws on multigenerational expertise and knowledge in commercial construction and general contracting. The company takes a hands-on approach to ensure that the fine details of a project are taken care of. 

Pizzano’s portfolio includes the Piedmont Realty Trust offices in Arlington. The company worked on 3,500 square feet of commercial interiors and redesigned the HVAC system for this project. The company also worked closely with the client in selecting added finishes. The result is a clean and open office buildout that fosters a collaborative work environment. The final product features polished concrete floors, rough-sawn white oak workstations, and a stone topped pantry island with a waterfall edge. 

Pizzano is the recipient of the n.d. Washington Builders Congress Craftsmanship Award and n.d. City Council Beautification Award. Its projects have been featured in the Washington Business Journal. 

Founder and Chairman Emeritus Bob Pizzano, Sr. established the company in 1958. President and owner Bob Pizzano, Jr. assumed ownership in 2015 and has over 36 years of construction experience.

Spectrum Inc.

8200 Greensboro Dr #600, McLean, VA 22102

Spectrum Inc. builds commercial spaces that are noticeably different. The company is known for delivering top-notch, commercial projects in Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, DC Metro Area. It specializes in corporate interiors, law offices, and multifamily residential properties.

The company aims to define the client’s vision and provide tailored solutions to help actualize that vision. With a team of trained professionals, Spectrum’s construction expertise is unmatched. It delivers projects on time and within budget through proper planning. As a result, the company consistently ranks among the best builders and remodelers in the industry.

Its projects include the Bytecubed office in Arlington. The company took on a 14,000-square-foot demolition and remodeling project to accommodate the client’s 200 employees. Spectrum built large, open work spaces and private offices with a modern sensibility. The company also installed glass walls, LED lights with daylight harvesting, and floor-to-ceiling graphics for a vibrant work environment. It completed the project in 45 days.  

Spectrum is the recipient of the 2018 NAIOP Award of Merit and 2018 James M. Scott Exceptional Design and Merit awards. The company has also been featured in the Washington Business Journal. Director and Founder George Hefner established the company in 1999. He studied Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University.