Jim Garrard is a seasoned construction executive with more than 35 years of experience leading complex commercial, medical, industrial, and mixed‑use projects across the Southeast.

As President of Garrard Development, Jim has overseen 70+ projects, providing construction management and owner representation from early planning through delivery. His work spans large‑scale medical campuses, multi‑site healthcare expansions, distribution centers, and ground‑up mixed‑use developments.

Jim is known for his ability to manage projects from raw land to occupancy, coordinating design, permitting, budgeting, and construction while aligning teams around client goals. Earlier in his career, he helped grow Garrard Construction Group from $3.5M to $60M in annual revenue, building a reputation for disciplined execution and strong client relationships.

A graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology, Jim brings a practical, systems‑driven approach to every project, helping clients navigate complexity and deliver results with confidence.