Business Details
23 Years
experience
Commercial Real Estate Development Experts
Dorsey Development is an integrated commercial real estate development and construction company headquartered in New Orleans, specializing in serving the Gulf South region. With over two decades of experience and a vertically integrated business model, we focus on delivering single-tenant net lease properties, build-to-suit developments, and shopping center projects for national retailers. Our proven track record includes developing over 2.3 million square feet of retail space and completing more than 450 BTS projects, leveraging local market expertise and strategic partnerships to execute in challenging environments.We maintain control from project inception to completion as both developer and general contractor, ensuring quality delivery while adhering to client-specific processes. Our team of professionals with combined 120 years of experience prioritizes relationship-based development, offering flexible solutions for site selection, entitlement, construction, and multi-market rollouts. Financially stable and capitalized, we deliver value through innovative approaches to site acquisition, redevelopment, and tenant satisfaction.
Services
Build-to-Suit Development
QSR Construction
Retail Redevelopment
Site Selection
Entitlement Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We combine development and construction services under one entity for complete project control
- Our team includes professionals with 120+ combined years of real estate experience
- Proven success delivering 450+ build-to-suit developments in challenging markets
- We maintain preferred developer status with national clients through consistent execution
- Financially stable with capacity to manage multiple projects across multiple markets
What people say
Proven track record
Local market knowledge
Single point of contact
On-time deliveries
Flexible solutions
Services
Build-to-Suit Development
Dorsey Development offers comprehensive build-to-suit solutions for retail tenants, handling full project lifecycle from site acquisition to construction completion. Our integrated approach ensures single-point accountability while delivering tailored developments that meet specific tenant requirements. With experience executing over 450 BTS projects, we provide guaranteed timelines and quality control through our in-house construction capabilities and established brokerage relationships.
QSR Development
Specialized quick-service restaurant development services include site selection, entitlement, and construction management. We maintain proven processes for national chain rollouts while accommodating franchisee needs through comprehensive solutions that streamline development timelines. Our team has completed over 230 QSR projects with expertise in adapting to diverse market conditions and tenant specifications.
Shopping Center Redevelopment
We transform underperforming retail properties through strategic redevelopments that increase property value and tenant appeal. Services include market analysis, tenant repositioning, architectural upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. Our portfolio includes revitalizing post-hurricane properties and converting vacant shells into productive commercial spaces with modernized designs and enhanced functionality.
People
G. Paul Dorsey, III
Managing Principal
Provides strategic leadership with 20+ years of retail development experience, including 100+ Dollar General projects. Holds MBA and JD degrees from Tulane University with active ICSC membership.
John (Jay) E. Wood, III
Vice President of Real Estate
30-year commercial real estate veteran overseeing project execution. Manages 300+ build-to-suit developments with expertise in site selection, leasing, and tenant procurement across multiple markets.
Caffrey F. Favrot
Vice President of Development
QSR specialist with 900,000 sq ft development experience across 13 states. Former McDonald's executive brings deep understanding of restaurant site planning and construction requirements.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We focus on Gulf South states including Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.
What types of commercial properties do you develop?
We specialize in retail single-tenant net lease properties, QSR locations, and shopping center developments.
How experienced is your development team?
Our professionals have 120 combined years of real estate experience with specialized expertise in challenging market development.
Can you handle complex entitlement processes?
Yes, our attorney-led team has proven success navigating complex permitting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
