ABOUT US

About Construction Concepts Group Of Ocala, LLC

Building New Homes and Commercial Sites Across North Central Florida

Construction Concepts Group Of Ocala creates beautiful homes, room additions, and commercial properties. We also remodel existing spaces and add distinctive features, including products made from attractive antique barn wood.

Give us a call at 352.789.6900 and schedule a visit to our showroom or talk to our design experts. We offer same-day responses to calls and queries and are eager to discuss your project with you.
David Galassi

Meet David Galassi, Principal

David has over 40 years in the residential and commercial construction industry. Originally from Chicago, David worked on high-rise construction through the late 1970’s and early 1980’s.

In 1982 David opened a General Contracting firm that specialized in new home construction, high-end kitchens and baths, Victorian rehabs, and commercial office and retail build-outs. That firm gained success and notoriety for 20 years. In 2001 David took the position of Building Commissioner in Brookfield, IL, where he worked closely with the mayor and city council until 2004.

After receiving multiple certifications from the International Code Council and because he was seeking warm weather, David accepted a position as Project Manager of Quality and Code Compliance with Capri Engineering in Fort Lauderdale. Through 2011, David inspected multiple high rises and mixed-use structures with his staff of 40. At that time David also became Florida-licensed as a Building Inspector and Building Code Administrator.

Recruited to Marion County in 2012, David became the Chief Building Official for Marion County, overseeing construction work for over 335,000 residents. After a five-year presence at Marion County, David wanted to get back to his roots. Assisting Steve Allen of Tallen Builders, LLC during 2017 with several large, high-end custom projects, David applied for his Florida CGC License, successfully tested in multiple categories, and then received State of Florida approval for his Certified General Contractors License through the State Licensing Board.

His new business, Construction Concepts Group Of Ocala, continues to allow David to use his vast experience to deliver a superior construction product, on-time, well-designed and within budget.

David stated, “I am so glad to be back where it all started. Working with customers to help them fulfill their construction needs."

David's accreditations and recognition don’t stop there. He won several awards for his design-build concepts from such entities as The Koehler Company, National Kitchen & Bath Association, Chicago Builder Magazine, Habitat for Humanity, Chicago Building Trades Association, Las Olas Magazine, Designer Decks International, and the Brookfield Historical Society.
 Meet Candice Charobee, Senior Office Manager

Candice has been surrounded by construction since she could walk. In doing so, she gained an exceptional amount of knowledge in various components of the construction industry. Candice spent many weekends shadowing her father and grandfather, both certified general contractors. She was fascinated by their craftsmanship and learned at a young age the importance of a satisfied customer. The Galassi family successfully ran one of the most recognizable and reputable construction businesses in the Chicago-land area for decades.

As life took the family in different directions, Candice followed her personal passions for health and fitness, becoming a certified personal trainer. To coincide this career path, Candice obtained her Florida real estate license before finally deciding to take her experience back to her roots - construction. 

She is looking forward to helping to provide the best possible customer service to all of our clients. 

Call our office today, Candice is happy to assist you with all of your construction questions and needs.

Meet Patricia Galassi, Design / Fit & Finish

Patty has many years of experience in assisting our clients in design and space planning, especially for the more challenging situations, when clients find fit and furniture hard to achieve. From floor finishings, furniture selections, color choices and overall design... Patty simplifies the process in all capacities. Patty also organizes and schedules outside field staff to aid in finishing details, electrical layouts, fixture placements and color schemes. Additionally, Patty is an exceptional component of our administrative team.

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Certifications and Accreditations of Our Principals

  • State of Florida Certified General Contractor, License # CGC1526250
  • State of Florida Licensed Building Inspector #BN 6263
  • State of Florida Building Code Administrator #BU 1774
  • International Code Council # 5228440 Certified - Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, Zoning Inspector, Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Inspector, Permit Technician, Plans Examiner, Building Official, Code Enforcement
  • National Aluminum Association
  • National Kitchen and Bath Association
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • American Institute of Architects
  • OSHA 
  • Notary
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Our Team of Associates

  • Burt Silver, Special Inspector FDBPR, Boca Raton , FL 
  • Dan Bryan, AIA Architect at Bryan & Assoc. Hinsdale, IL 
  • Geo Tech Engineering, Material & Site Testing, Ocala, FL
  • Joe Rispoli, AIA Architect at Rispoli Architecture , Ocala, FL
  • Amy Luddy, AIA Architect at ALA Design Studio, Orlando, FL
  • Walter Conrad, Security Consultant at Sonitrol Co., Ocala, FL 
  • Paul and Jason Riddle, Riddle Engineering, Ocala, FL
  • Randall Bagwell, Environmental Engineer at Nova Engineering, Sunrise, FL 
  • Hal Barrineau, Structural and Civil Engineer at Barrineau & Assoc., Ocala, FL
  • Manny Perez , Remediation Consultant at Advanced MicroClean, Sunrise, FL
  • Alex Smith, High Rise Consultant Commercial at Moss & Assoc. Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  • Shannon Roth , Interior Design Consultant at The Shannon Roth Collection, Ocala, FL
  • Todd Sacks, Environmental Consultant at Greenshell Environmental, Coral Springs, FL
  • John Gleman, Reclaimed Wood Procurement Specialist, Gleman and Sons, Sanford, FL
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