From Dirt to Done.
ITDG delivers complete ground-up commercial construction—from site work and foundations through CO. We self-perform critical trades across 12+ completed new builds, including national brands like Starbucks, Dunkin', and government facilities up to 30,000 SF. No subcontractor roulette. One team, start to finish.
New Builds Delivered
12+
National Brand Builds
Starbucks, Dunkin'
Largest Facility
30,000 SF
On-Time Rate
100%
Brands That Build With Us Again
When national brands need to expand, they choose contractors who deliver consistently. Our repeat project history proves we do.
Starbucks
5 Locations
Tucson market builder of choice
Angie's Restaurants
2 Locations
Lobster + Prime concepts
AZ Dept. of Child Safety
30,000 SF
Government ground-up facility
Multi-Brand QSR
Dunkin' / Quiznos
Drive-through specialists
One Contractor. Every Trade.
Ground-up projects live and die by trade coordination. When your GC subs out every scope, your schedule depends on everyone else's availability. With ITDG, the critical path is ours to control.
Sub-Dependent
One Team. Total Control.
Pre-Construction
- Site evaluation & survey coordination
- Permitting & entitlements
- Budget development & value engineering
- Brand standard integration
- Schedule & phasing plan
Site Work & Foundations
- Mass grading & excavation
- Utility trenching & connections
- Concrete foundations & slabs
- Storm water management
- Compaction & site prep
Structure & Framing
- Structural steel or wood framing
- Roof decking & sheathing
- Exterior sheathing & weather barrier
- Window & door rough openings
- Structural inspections & sign-off
MEP Rough-In
- Electrical rough-in & panel sets
- Plumbing rough-in & top-outs
- HVAC ductwork & equipment
- Fire suppression systems
- Low-voltage & data infrastructure
Finishes & Systems
- Interior & exterior painting
- Flooring, tile & countertops
- Fixture & equipment installation
- Signage & brand elements
- Drive-through infrastructure
Completion & Turnover
- Final inspections & CO
- Punch list completion
- Owner walk-through & training
- Warranty documentation
- Turnkey handoff for opening
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QSR & Drive-Through
Purpose-built quick-service restaurants with drive-through infrastructure, commercial kitchens, and brand-standard finishes. Starbucks, Dunkin', Quiznos, and more.
Restaurant & Retail
Complete restaurant facilities from local concepts to franchise rollouts. Site work through kitchen infrastructure, bar systems, and outdoor dining.
Commercial Shell
Weather-tight commercial shells with completed exteriors, ready for tenant build-out. Foundation through building envelope, delivered spec-ready.
Government Facilities
Purpose-built government buildings meeting strict public-sector standards. Secure areas, accessibility compliance, and durable commercial-grade construction.
Site Development
Complete site packages with our own civil fleet: mass grading, utility trenching, storm water, parking, and hardscape—no rental delays.
Industrial & Flex
Industrial-grade new construction: warehouses, flex space, and manufacturing support facilities with heavy power and process infrastructure.
The Trades We Self-Perform
Controlling the critical path means owning the trades that make or break your schedule. These divisions are ITDG employees—on your project, on your timeline.
Civil
- Mass grading & excavation
- Foundations & slabs
- Curb, gutter & flatwork
- Utility trenching
Electrical
- Service & panel installation
- Branch circuit wiring
- Lighting & controls
- Drive-through systems
Plumbing
- Underground & rough-in
- Kitchen & restroom systems
- Water heater installation
- Fixture & trim
HVAC / Mechanical
- RTU installation & startup
- Ductwork fabrication
- Kitchen exhaust & makeup air
- Controls & commissioning
Painting & Finishes
- Interior & exterior coatings
- Specialty textures
- Stain & sealers
- Brand color matching
General Carpentry
- Framing & sheathing
- Millwork & trim
- Blocking & backing
- Hardware installation
From Empty Lots to Open for Business
Starbucks 22nd - Completed
Dunkin' / BR Marana - Completed
Angie's Lobster - Completed
DCS Casa Grande - 30,000 SF
Starbucks Harrison - Drive-Through
Angie's Prime - N Campbell
1st Ave Shell - Commercial
Roadrunner Coffee - Local Brand
By the Numbers
12+
Ground-Up Builds Delivered
5
Starbucks Locations Built
30K
Largest Build (SF)
100%
On-Time Delivery Rate
Common Questions
We build a wide range of commercial structures from the ground up: quick-service restaurants (QSR) with drive-throughs, retail buildings, commercial shells, government facilities, and light industrial/flex space. Our portfolio includes national brands like Starbucks and Dunkin', local restaurant concepts, and public-sector buildings up to 30,000 SF.
Ground-up construction is all about sequencing—each trade depends on the one before it. When your GC subs out electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and concrete to different companies, you're at the mercy of everyone's schedule. Because ITDG self-performs these trades with our own employees, we control the critical path directly. No waiting on sub availability, no coordination gaps between phases, no finger-pointing when something slips.
Yes. We operate our own civil fleet including excavators, loaders, compaction equipment, and grading machinery. Owning this equipment means we don't wait on rental availability or subcontractor mobilization for site work. We can start moving dirt the day permits are in hand.
Absolutely. We've delivered 5 Starbucks locations, a dual-brand Dunkin'/Baskin-Robbins, and multiple franchise restaurant builds—all to the exacting brand standards these companies require. We understand brand prototype packages and can execute them precisely, which is why national brands come back to us for additional locations.
Timeline depends on building size and complexity. A quick-service restaurant typically takes 10-16 weeks from breaking ground to certificate of occupancy. Larger facilities like our 30,000 SF government building take longer but follow the same disciplined approach. Our self-performing model consistently delivers faster than competitors who rely on subcontractors.
Yes—we manage the complete process from pre-construction through turnover. Our team coordinates permitting with local jurisdictions, manages site development (grading, utilities, storm water), and executes the vertical build through final inspections and CO. We deliver a turnkey facility ready for your equipment installation and opening.
Tucson Ground-Up Construction
As a leading Tucson ground-up construction contractor, ITDG has built more than a dozen new commercial structures across the metro area. From Starbucks drive-throughs along major corridors to a 30,000 SF government facility in Casa Grande, our team delivers complete new commercial construction in Southern Arizona with self-performed trades and owned equipment.
Our established relationships with local jurisdictions, inspectors, and utility providers mean faster permitting and fewer surprises. When national brands like Starbucks need to expand in Tucson, they choose ITDG—and they keep coming back.
Built for Repeat Performance
The strongest proof of a ground-up general contractor's capability is whether clients come back. Starbucks has awarded ITDG five consecutive new-build locations. The Arizona Department of Child Safety expanded from TI work to a 30,000 SF ground-up facility. Angie's returned for a second restaurant concept.
Whether you're a franchise operator planning new locations, a developer building commercial pad sites, or a government agency that needs a purpose-built facility, ITDG has the equipment, the crews, and the track record to deliver your next ground-up project on time and on budget.
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