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August 3, 2026
PTM Partners and Hernandez Development & Construction Acquire West Palm Beach Site for $11.5M Industrial Development
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — PTM Partners and Hernandez Development & Construction have acquired an 8.13-acre development site at 8530 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach for $11.5 million. The partners are developing Palm Beach Commerce Center, a planned 93,556-square-foot Class A industrial facility featuring 32-foot clear heights, 22 dock doors, and more than 180 feet of building depth.
January 25, 2026
Hernandez Development & Construction Completes 71,510-SF Class A Self-Storage Facility in Carol Stream, Illinois
CAROL STREAM, IL – December 18, 2025 – Hernandez Development today announced the successful completion of Carol Stream Self Storage, a new 71,510-square-foot, Class A self-storage facility at 27W010 North Avenue (Illinois Route 64) in Carol Stream, Illinois. The state-of-the-art facility is strategically designed to meet the growing storage demand in DuPage County. The three-story building features 625 climate-controlled units, including 36 […]
January 6, 2026
Interview about Business Mission-Driven Growth in Latino Leaders Magazine
We’re pleased to have been invited to share our journey and experience about Business Mission-Driven Growth for the Latino Leaders Magazine, powered by BMO 🔝 In this engaging conversation, hosted by Eduardo Tobón, Alex shared his journey to entrepreneurship, the importance of building communities, and the mission-driven strategies behind Hernandez Development & Construction. Healthcare, real estate, and construction […]
January 6, 2026
Proud to be ranked #41 in the Top 100 Private Companies in South Florida
We are officially ranked #41 in the Top 100 Private Companies in South Florida. At Hernandez Construction & Development, we are proud to be part of the largest private companies in the region! The South Florida Business Journal featured the top 100 privately-owned companies across three counties: Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. The list highlights […]
October 7, 2025
Nominated and finalist in the 2025 Structures Awards of South Florida.
The South Florida Business Journal has announced the finalists for its 2025 Structures Awards, recognizing more than 40 standout projects and industry leaders across 16 categories. The annual awards program highlights exceptional achievements and innovation within South Florida’s real estate and development sector, celebrating the projects and professionals shaping the region’s built environment. Two of […]
September 20, 2025
Hernandez Construction & Development Ranked #9 Among Fastest-Growing Companies
We’re proud to share an exciting achievement! Hernandez Construction & Development has been officially recognized by the South Florida Business Journal as one of the Fastest-Growing Companies, securing the #9 ranking among businesses with revenues over $25 million. This recognition highlights not only our consistent growth but also our continued commitment to delivering best-in-class industrial […]
July 15, 2025
Hernandez Construction Ranked #16 Among South Florida’s Top General Contractors by SFBJ
We’re proud to share an exciting milestone. Hernandez Construction has been ranked #16 on the South Florida Business Journal’s 2025 list of the region’s largest general contractors. This recognition is a reflection of more than two decades of steady growth, industry leadership, and the trust our clients place in us. Since our founding, Hernandez Construction […]
July 14, 2025
Hernandez Development Secures $17.6M Construction Loan From Andover Properties For Opa Locka Project
The property asset involved in this transaction is a development site located at 14301 Northwest 27th Avenue in Opa Locka. The site encompasses approximately 2.22 acres and is designated for a self-storage facility managed by CubeSmart, totaling 149,889 square feet. The construction loan secured for the project amounts to $17.6 million. Summary of transaction details: Property […]
July 14, 2025
Interview with Alex Hernandez: Building the Future of Florida CRE
Alex Hernandez, President, Hernandez Construction & Development In an interview with Invest: Alex Hernandez, president of Hernandez Construction & Development, discussed the state of the South Florida market. “We’re heading in the right direction as a community, with local businesses and governments working together to position South Florida as a globally recognized region,” he said. […]
June 18, 2025
Hernandez Development & Construction Presents at Invest: Miami 10th Anniversary Summit
Hernandez Development & Construction was proud to serve as a Silver Sponsor and featured presenter at the Invest: Miami 10th Anniversary Leadership Summit, hosted by Capital Analytics Associates on June 6, 2025. The summit brought together over 150 influential leaders from real estate, finance, government, and private enterprise to reflect on Miami’s remarkable decade of […]
June 5, 2025
A New Chapter in Leadership
We’re proud to share that Mike Browdy has been promoted to President of Hernandez Construction, effective immediately. Since joining Hernandez Construction in December, Mike has quickly made a significant impact, bringing fresh perspective, proven leadership, and a strong commitment to operational excellence. In a short time, he has built strong relationships across the organization and […]
January 17, 2025
Hernandez Development Closes on Land for Class A Self-Storage in Deer Park, IL
Deer Park, IL – January 17, 2024 Hernandez Development & XSITE Real Estate have successfully closed on a 6-acre parcel of land in Deer Park, Illinois, for a future Class A self-storage facility. The acquisition price for the site was $2,000,000. Deer Park will be the fourth self-storage property in Hernandez Development’s portfolio within the […]
December 5, 2024
Hernandez Construction Breaks Ground on South Florida Distribution Center – Building C in Pembroke Pines, FL
Hernandez Construction is proud to announce the groundbreaking of South Florida Distribution Center – Building C, a $57 million industrial development located in Pembroke Pines, FL. This project, one of several led by Summit Real Estate Group, brings together Summit, local leasing team Cushman & Wakefield, Dogwood Industrial Partners, and other key partners to deliver […]
November 1, 2024
Hernandez Development and XSITE Real Estate Secure Site Plan Approval for Class-A Self-Storage and Mixed-Use Project in Naperville, Illinois
Hernandez Development and XSITE Real Estate recently received site-plan approval from DuPage County’s Planning and Zoning Department for a mixed-use development on 75th Street in Naperville, Illinois. This strategic project will introduce a high-end self-storage facility, a childcare center, and a drive-thru coffee shop to one of the area’s busiest thoroughfares, which sees a daily […]
September 24, 2024
Hernandez Development: Bringing Scooter’s Coffee, Restaurants, and a Self-Storage Facility to Deer Park
Hernandez Development, in collaboration with XSite Real Estate, is set to transform a 6-acre plot of undeveloped land along the 20300 block of North Rand Road into a vibrant mixed-use development. Known as Rand Road Shoppes, this exciting project will introduce Scooter’s Coffee, a self-storage facility, and two new restaurants to the rapidly growing Deer […]
August 26, 2024
Hernandez Development Opens New Self-Storage Facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Hernandez Development, a leader in self-storage facility development, proudly announces the grand opening of its latest self-storage facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Strategically located in this growing suburban area, the new facility offers modern, secure, and climate-controlled storage units designed to meet the needs of both individuals and businesses. This state-of-the-art self-storage facility, built with Hernandez […]
August 21, 2024
Hernandez Development Unveils New Class A Self-Storage Facility in Carol Stream, IL
Hernandez Development has proudly announced the grand opening of its latest Class A self-storage facility located in the bustling community of Carol Stream, Illinois. This state-of-the-art facility, designed with the modern consumer in mind, reflects Hernandez Development’s commitment to excellence in the self-storage market and its ongoing efforts to meet the growing demand for quality […]
May 24, 2024
Construction Begins on Industrial Park Near RSW
Construction has started on a new industrial park near Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), aiming to meet the region’s increasing demand for industrial space. The park will feature 1.3 million square feet of space across multiple buildings, catering to logistics, distribution, and manufacturing businesses. This development reflects the growing need for industrial facilities as Southwest […]
November 2, 2023
Blackstone affiliate breaks ground on Miami-Dade warehouses with $51M loan
Blackstone and its industrial affiliate Link Logistics broke ground on an industrial project in Medley after obtaining a $51 million construction loan. MP Sycamore Logistics, care of Boston-based AEW Capital Management, provided the mortgage to GPT NW 96th Street Owner LLC, care of Blackstone in New York. It covers the 18-acre site at 9800 N.W. […]
November 2, 2023
City approves 4-story self-storage building in Opa-locka
Hernandez Development secured approval for a self-storage facility in Opa-locka. The City Commission approved the development plan for the 2.2-acre site at 14301 N.W. 27th Ave. on May 10. It currently has a 3,900-square-foot warehouse. Fort Lauderdale-based Hernandez Development has the property under contract from Opa-Locka-based Les Jackson Inc. Property data firm Vizzda confirmed the […]
November 2, 2023
New self-storage facility in Fort Lauderdale sold for $35M
A recently completed Extra Space Storage facility in Fort Lauderdale traded for $35.02 million. The price reflected on the deed filed in county records was $17.4 million, but officials with seller Hernandez Development listed the actual price as $35.02 million, or about $375 a square foot of leasable space. Riverbend Storage Property LLC, managed by […]
November 2, 2023
Industrial park breaks ground near West Palm Beach with $53M loan
An affiliate of Vecellio Group broke ground on an industrial park near West Palm Beach after obtaining a $52.65 million construction loan. United Bank of Charleston, West Virginia provided the mortgage to 101 Sansburys Way LLC, an affiliate of Vecellio Group, a construction materials firm and contractor. It covers the 32.8-acre site at the same […]
May 11, 2022
Bridge Industrial obtains $153.5M loan to build Miami-Dade industrial project
Bridge Industrial has obtained a $153.5 million construction loan to move forward with the second phase of its Bridge Point Commerce Center in Miami Gardens. CIMC Bank USA provided the mortgage to the Chicago-based developer for the 186-acre site at 4310 N.W. 215th St., just south of the Broward County line. The loan will support […]
November 11, 2020
Hernandez Construction Partners with Bridge Development and the Miami Dolphins Foundation
Hernandez Construction is committed to developing deep connections with organizations by finding meaningful and ongoing ways to give back. We recently partnered with Bridge Development Partners and the Miami Dolphins Foundation to distribute hundreds of pre-packaged meals to the community. After the COVID-19 global pandemic hit, the Miami Dolphins Foundation pledged to distribute at least […]
August 6, 2019
Bridge Development Selects GC For Bridge Point 595 In Davie
Bridge Development Partners, one of South Florida’s most active industrial real estate developers, has selected Hernandez Construction as general contractor for its Bridge Point 595 (rendering pictured-click to enlarge) industrial business park project in Davie. The three-building, 677,314-square-foot logistics facility, located at 5600 Reese Road is slated for completion in the third quarter of2020. “We are pleased to once again partner […]
June 4, 2019
First of it’s Kind 30,000 SF Stand-alone Family Therapy Center Opens In Davie
TheraPeeds, a leading family services company that specializes in developing proven brain-based programs for children, teens and adults from around the world, has moved into its purpose-built global headquarters at 5951 Orange Drive in Davie. The company is led by CEO and Founder Dr. Julia Harper, PhD, MS, OTR/L. As a therapist, neuroplasticity and parenting expert, Dr. Harper […]
November 27, 2018
Bridge Development Selects General Contractor For Bridge Point FLL
Bridge Development Partners, one of South Florida’s most active industrial real estate developers, today announced its selected Hernandez Construction as general contractor for its Bridge Point FLL Logistics Center project in Fort Lauderdale. The two-building 174,129-square-foot logistics facility, located at 3303 S.W. 12 Avenue at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, is slated for completion in 3Q 2019. “We are eager to welcome Hernandez […]