Your Local Builders in Destin, FL and Bay County
With decades of experience and deep Florida roots, Sowell Construction Inc is proud to be a trusted name among builders in Destin FL and beyond. We’re a family-owned, state-certified construction company offering high-quality commercial and residential services across the Panhandle.
OUR STORY
Sowell Construction was founded on a legacy of service and a passion for building. Owner and Licensed General Contractor Tim Sowell brings 39 years of experience in construction—much of it earned on the ground during critical rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Michael. In 2009, his father, Baxter, joined the company after retiring from the federal government. Later, Tim’s daughter Emily joined the team after graduating college, turning this business into a true family affair.
Together, we’ve built a company that stands on experience and grows on relationships. As a general contractor in Bay County FL, Tim takes every project personally—bringing a hands-on approach that ensures clients get honesty, accountability, and excellent results.
OUR TEAM
OWNER | CEO
TIM SOWELL
Tim strives to maintain a working environment where employees flourish and clients’ projects are completed to the highest standards. His goal is to be an example of godly character so that successful relationships can be forged and fostered amongst his staff, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
ESTIMATOR | PROJECT MANAGER
RICH MCCLATCHY
Rich meets with clients and project collaborators to determine planning and design, materials lists, and cost estimates for each project. As a project moves forward, he continues to participate by remaining the main contact, as well as maintaining our project management software, which is crucial to communication. He also ensures that projects are continued, and completed, on budget.
SUPERINTENDENT
NATHAN BURKE
Nathan is responsible for overall project management and ensuring that activities on each construction site go according to project plans. This includes coordinating subcontractors, timeliness and quality control, safety checks, and providing on-site direction.
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
ERICK RODRIGUEZ
Erick works side by side with Nathan to be sure that all projects are completed to Sowell Construction standards.
BOOKKEEPER
EMILY SOWELL
Emily is responsible for managing the movement of money, and classifying all transactions in the accounts of Sowell Construction. She is also the daughter of Tim Sowell, owner and CEO.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission at Sowell Construction is simple: to build lasting structures and even stronger relationships. We aim to deliver high-quality commercial and residential projects with integrity, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to doing things the right way.
We take pride in our roots, our work, and the communities we serve—and we strive to be the construction company people trust across Bay County, Destin, and beyon
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Experienced. Certified. Dependable.
Whether you’re building a commercial space or a custom home in Destin, Sowell Construction Inc brings integrity and quality to every project. Let’s build something that lasts.