Construction Executive
Built on Experience. Ready to Deliver. 25+ years delivering construction programs for the University of Florida, local institutions, and municipal clients. Co-owner of Sterling Builders Group, LLC in Gainesville, Florida.
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About
Over 25 years leading institutional, healthcare, and higher education capital programs exceeding $100M. Co-owner of Sterling Builders Group, LLC in Gainesville, Florida.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Combat Engineer Officer with two overseas tours. Airborne qualified.
B.S. Building Construction with Honors from UF Rinker School. 2019 Distinguished Graduate.
Builder of the Year (2014), A.W. Fletcher Service Award, and multiple industry leadership roles.
Leadership Gainesville mentor, Habitat for Humanity supporter, and dedicated community volunteer since 2007.
LEED AP with multiple LEED Certified, Silver, and Gold projects. Green Globes Professional.
Expertise
Portfolio
Savannah, GA · K-12 Education · $118M
Gainesville, FL · Healthcare · $34M
St. Johns, FL · K-12 Education · $28M
Gainesville, FL · Healthcare · $28M
Gainesville, FL · University · $24.7M
Gainesville, FL · Healthcare · $22M
Career
B.S. Building Construction with Honors
Graduated from the M.E. Rinker School, Distinguished Military Graduate. Active in Army ROTC, commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant.
Combat Engineer Officer
Led engineering units on construction and infrastructure projects. Two overseas tours. Airborne qualified.
EVP / Principal / Owner
Rose from entry-level to Executive Vice President over 23 years. Oversaw offices in Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Savannah.
Construction Partner
Construction Partner for Ducere Construction Services, contributing expertise and leadership.
Principal
Founded consulting practice focused on strategic growth, scaling, and leadership development in construction.
Interim Asst. Vice President
Led planning and construction delivery strategies to optimize cost, schedule, and stakeholder collaboration.
Owner
Owner of Sterling Construction Group, a Gainesville, Florida–based construction firm delivering institutional, healthcare, education, and commercial projects across North Central Florida.
FAQ
Matthew has managed over 490 projects spanning K–12 and higher education facilities, acute-care and ambulatory healthcare buildings, municipal and civic infrastructure, public transit operations facilities, and mixed-use commercial developments. His programs range from targeted single-building renovations to multi-site capital improvement programs exceeding $100 million in total value.
Sterling Builders Group, LLC is a Gainesville-based construction partner dedicated to serving the University of Florida, local institutions, and municipal clients with the experience, responsiveness, and accountability required for continuing service contracts. Under new ownership led by Matt Webster and Anthony Lyons, Sterling brings decades of UF and government project experience to commercial, institutional, and municipal work across North Central Florida. Learn more at sterling-built.com.
Matthew leads model-based coordination using Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360 to detect and resolve MEP clashes before they reach the field. His BIM process is integrated with owner review milestones, reducing costly RFIs, compressing construction schedules, and producing accurate as-built documentation suitable for ongoing facility management.
Matthew is fluent in the full spectrum of construction procurement and delivery methods, including Construction Manager at Risk (CM/GC), Design-Build, hard-bid General Contracting, Job Order Contracting (JOC), and Owner's Representative engagements. His cross-method experience allows him to advise institutional owners on the optimal delivery strategy for each program's specific risk profile and schedule requirements.
Matthew holds the LEED AP BD+C credential issued by the U.S. Green Building Council. He has guided project teams through LEED certification at Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels, coordinating energy modeling, commissioning, materials documentation, and indoor environmental quality strategies. He understands that sustainable buildings deliver measurably lower operating costs and greater long-term value for institutional owners.
Yes. Through Sterling Builders Group, LLC, Matthew is available for commercial, institutional, and municipal construction projects, continuing service and minor project contracts, owner's representative engagements, and capital program advisory. He is based in Gainesville, Florida and serves the University of Florida and clients across North Central Florida. Contact him directly via the Contact page to discuss your program needs.
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