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What It Really Takes to Build in South Florida | George Abadie

George Abadie · Seacoast Construction

What happens before construction begins—and why do communication and trust matter so much in South Florida?

About This Conversation

In this episode of City Built Sessions, host Irvans Augustin sits down with George Abadie, Founder and President of Seacoast Construction, to talk about the decisions, relationships, planning, and problem-solving behind successful construction projects.

Joined by co-host Brianna Brown of Florida Biz Collective, George traces his path from studying architecture and working in the field to building and leading a construction company. He explains why many construction problems begin as communication problems, how pre-construction can prevent expensive changes, and why trust between clients, designers, contractors, subcontractors, and municipalities is essential—especially in South Florida.

In This Conversation

  • From studying architecture to working in the field

  • Building and leading a construction company

  • Why construction problems often begin as communication problems

  • How pre-construction planning can prevent expensive changes

  • Trust among clients, designers, contractors, and municipalities

  • The relationships behind successful South Florida projects

About the Guest

George Abadie is Founder and President of Seacoast Construction. His path into construction includes studying architecture and working in the field.

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