At Ponte Vedra Construction & Restoration, we believe quality construction is about more than improving properties—it’s about strengthening the communities we call home.
As a veteran-owned company built on partnership, integrity, and decades of hands-on experience, we bring a disciplined, straightforward approach to every project. From restoring and remodeling existing properties to building new spaces from the ground up, our team is committed to dependable communication, exceptional craftsmanship, and results made to last.
Every project is an opportunity to earn our clients’ trust, enhance the value of their property, and help Ponte Vedra and the surrounding communities continue to thrive.
Community Building
Restoration
Design & Build
Joseph Locklear
Co-Founder | General Contractor
Joseph “Joe” Locklear brings nearly four decades of construction experience to Ponte Vedra Construction & Restoration. A Jacksonville-area general contractor since 1988, Joe has built his career around residential and commercial construction, renovation, restoration, and hands-on project oversight.
As a Jacksonville native, Joe brings deep knowledge of Northeast Florida’s homes, communities, and construction landscape. His decades of field experience allow him to evaluate projects effectively, develop practical solutions, coordinate trades, and ensure work is completed to a high standard.
Joe believes in doing things the right way, communicating clearly, and building relationships with clients that last well beyond the completion of a project. At Ponte Vedra Construction & Restoration, he provides the experience and craftsmanship needed to take projects from an idea on paper to a finished home.
Nearly 40 Years of Construction Experience.
Phillip Sovocool
Co-Founder | Operations & Project Management
Phillip Sovocool brings a unique combination of military leadership, construction project management, operations, and real estate experience to Ponte Vedra Construction & Restoration.
After serving 21 years in the United States Army, Phillip retired from military service in 2023.
During his military career, frequent moves around the country introduced him to residential construction and real estate. At different duty stations, Phillip would purchase homes, renovate and improve them while his family lived there, and eventually sell them when the Army sent them to a new location. Over time, these experiences turned renovation from a necessity into a genuine passion.
Following his Army retirement, Phillip transitioned into construction project management and operations, working on both residential and commercial projects. His experience includes project planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and overseeing projects from concept through completion. Experienced and Efficient.
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