New FKAA Joe Pinder Administration Building

Located in Key West, this 38,000-square-foot facility is a hurricane-hardened, Class A office building constructed with elevated resilience and modern functionality in mind. Delivered ahead of schedule and recognized with multiple awards, this project reflects Warbird’s commitment to quality, sustainability, and proactive project leadership.

Client
FKAA
Date
2021
Services
Commercial
Location
Key West, Florida
Project Highlights
Scope of Work
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Project Highlights

  • Location: Key West, Florida
  • Client: Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA)
  • Architect: Pope + Scarbrough Architects
  • Size: 3 Stories / 38,000 SF
  • Completion Date: October 2021
  • Certifications: FGBC Platinum – Highest Scoring Commercial Building in 2021
  • Scope of Work

    The New Joe Pinder Administration Building was designed to modernize FKAA’s operations while meeting Florida’s most rigorous green building and storm-resilient standards. Our scope included:

    • Demolition and site preparation
    • Construction of a 3-story, 38,000 SF hurricane-hardened structure
    • Elevated design over ground-level parking
    • Class A office buildout
    • A public lobby with support services
    • Board room and ancillary administrative spaces
    • Systems and materials selected to meet Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Platinum standards

    The project was completed nearly two months ahead of schedule, demonstrating our team’s ability to deliver under pressure without compromising performance or design intent.

    Results & Recognition

    The Joe Pinder Administration Building was not only delivered early—it also earned recognition from both industry peers and the local community:

    • FGBC Platinum Certification – Highest-scoring commercial building of 2021
    • Key West Chamber of Commerce Business for Beauty Award

    These honors reflect the attention to detail, material selection, site planning, and collaboration that defined this successful civic project.

    Services Provided

    • Preconstruction and permitting support
    • General contracting and construction management
    • Quality assurance and schedule control
    • Sustainable material implementation
    • Turnover coordination and closeout services

    Built for South Florida’s Demands

    Constructed in a high-risk flood and wind zone, the Joe Pinder building reflects technical knowledge of coastal construction, storm resiliency, and institutional development. From elevated structural systems to green building compliance, this project demonstrates the team’s ability to deliver complex, mission-critical facilities in some of Florida’s most challenging environments.

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