David Otterness
Vice President
David Otterness has been with the firm since 2002. David manages many clients in the nonprofit, arts, higher education and healthcare sector. Many of his notable projects are located at The Ringling, Sarasota Opera House, USF Sarasota Manatee, USF St. Petersburg, New College of Florida, Tidewell Hospice and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
Education
University of Florida – School of Building Construction 2002 with honors
Sigma Lambda Chi – Construction Honor Society – Lifetime Member
Certifications
Certified General Contractor, State of Florida CGC1508975 – 2004
USGBC LEED® Accredited Professional
OSHA 30 HR Certification
Affiliations
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce- Adult Leadership Program Class 2010
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Executive Program
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Board Institute Program 2016
Healthcare Construction Certificate (HCC), American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE)
Easterseals of Southwest Florida – Board Member
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance – EDC Board Member – Board Chairman 2023-2024
Gene Witt Elementary – Student Advisory Committee
