Ferrara Buist’s leadership team brings together experienced builders, operators and problem-solvers who share a commitment to earning trust through consistency, collaboration and integrity. Together, they guide the company’s work across the Carolinas while advancing a practical vision for commercial construction: building durable spaces, strong partnerships and better outcomes from the earliest stages of a project.
Adam Ferrara is a Partner and Managing Member of Ferrara Buist Contractors. He oversees the Charleston, SC, office and manages the growth of the Midlands and the lower half of SC. Adam is focused on the overall aspects of Business Development and Operations of Ferrara Buist. He provides an invaluable skill set, knowing how to build a team and get any development project off the ground. Adam is a graduate of the College of Charleston and also serves on several local boards and clubs in the Lowcountry.
David Buist is a Partner and Managing Member of Ferrara Buist Contractors. He oversees the Fort Mill/Charlotte office and focuses on the overall client relationship and Ferrara Buist’s operations. David is a graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Civil Engineering. He serves on the YMCA and the Adult Enrichment Center boards. The York County Regional Chamber of Commerce recently named him the Businessperson of the Year for Fort Mill/Tega Cay.
Michael Weiser
Vice President
Fort Mill, SC
Becky Ferrara
HR Manager / Controller
Charleston, SC
Dave Lahita
Vice President
Charleston, SC
Sarah Martin Yost
Business Development
Fort Mill, SC
Chad Thomas
Director of Preconstruction
Fort Mill, SC
Karen Lee
Director of Development & Design
Fort Mill, SC
Founded in 2010, Ferrara Buist Contractors was built on a straightforward principle: commercial construction works best when trust, communication and accountability come first. From the beginning, the firm has focused on delivering high-quality commercial spaces while protecting the interests of clients, design partners and project teams at every stage of the build.
Today, Ferrara Buist is led by Adam Ferrara and David Buist, who continue to guide the company with a practical, relationship-driven approach to construction. The firm has grown its presence across South Carolina and North Carolina while remaining grounded in the same values that shaped its start: integrity, collaboration, consistency and a commitment to getting the work done right.
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