Blue Steel Development

Headquartered in Lakeland, FL, Blue Steel Development (BSD) is a privately held, commercial real estate development firm specializing in build-to-suit and speculative industrial projects.

BSD is located in the heart of Central Florida’s I-4 manufacturing and distribution corridor. BSD has completed more than 5 million square feet of industrial real estate across multiple municipalities throughout Central Florida. Our extensive background in the development and construction industries provides us with the capability to conduct every aspect of project work including:
  • Pre-construction services
  • Construction management
  • Design and build
  • General contracting
  • Site development

When you work with BSD you see progress from the start. You’re not relying on a series of vendors to provide answers or waiting on what is often a lengthy back-and-forth process between outside parties to see progress. We move swiftly, eliminating all of the extra layers that are typically involved with other developers.

As a result, our clients realize significant savings in both time and money as resources are leveraged to complete projects expeditiously. We have worked with several Fortune 500 clients including FedEx Freight, The Home Depot, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Ikea.

Blue Steel Development is your single source solution for your project vision. Contact us today to learn more about the advantages of working with an experienced and turnkey developer.

Howard Bayless

Howard’s extensive background in real estate development spans more than 35 years. His topmost responsibility is the overall management and execution of the day-to-day real estate and development operations within the company. He also oversees the financing and capital structures of projects and manages the company’s equity partner relationships. 

As a licensed certified General Contractor, Howard presents added value to clients when working with BSD in the development of their projects. His success in this arena is evidenced by the more than $1 billion in retail and industrial projects he has managed throughout the Southeast.