PGA
Construction Services in Tulum and the Riviera Maya

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Construction Services in Tulum and the Riviera Maya

PGA is a construction company in Tulum and the Riviera Maya delivering villas, condos and hospitality projects with one accountable team, supervised directly by architect and developer Roberto Carli.

Building in Tulum and the Riviera Maya requires more than technical skill, it demands knowledge of local supply chains, familiarity with how tropical conditions affect construction timelines and materials, and a strong understanding of Mexican building regulations and municipal processes. PGA provides end-to-end construction services managed directly by Roberto Carli, an architect and developer with more than 20 years of experience, building in Quintana Roo.

From the first budget to the final inspection, PGA's approach to construction is integrated, transparent, and precision-driven. We do not subcontract the management of your project to third parties. We supervise directly.

Our Construction Process

Pre-Construction Planning

Before any work begins on site, we establish a detailed construction budget, phasing schedule, procurement plan, and site logistics strategy. This prevents the cost overruns and delays that commonly occur when construction begins without adequate preparation.

Contractor Coordination & Procurement

PGA manages the selection and coordination of specialist subcontractors, suppliers, and tradespeople. We maintain working relationships with trusted contractors across Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and the broader Riviera Maya, ensuring competitive pricing and reliable quality.

On-Site Construction Supervision

Roberto Carli and the PGA team provide direct, ongoing supervision throughout the construction process. We conduct regular site visits, review quality of workmanship, ensure compliance with the approved drawings and specifications, and manage day-to-day coordination between trades.

Budget & Cost Control

We track costs in real time against the approved budget and provide clients with regular reporting. Variation orders are documented and priced before execution, so clients always know exactly where the project stands financially.

Final Inspection & Handover

Before handover, we carry out a comprehensive quality review against the project drawings and specifications. Punch list items are resolved before the project is delivered to the client.

Construction in a Tropical Environment

Building in the Riviera Maya presents environmental challenges that require specific expertise: high humidity, heavy rainfall during the wet season, salt air in coastal zones, and the logistical complexity of importing certain materials to the Yucatán Peninsula. PGA has built extensively across these conditions. We know which materials perform and which fail, how to sequence construction to avoid weather-related delays, and how to source quality materials locally.

Types of Construction Projects

  • Private residential villas and luxury homes
  • Boutique hotels, eco-resorts, and glamping developments
  • Residential condo projects and mixed-use buildings
  • Restaurants, commercial spaces, and retail plazas
  • Wellness and hospitality facilities
  • Renovations and structural alterations to existing properties

Turnkey Construction in Tulum

For clients who want a single point of responsibility from design through delivery, PGA offers a fully integrated turnkey service. We handle architectural design, engineering coordination, permit management, construction supervision, and interior design, all under one studio, one contract, and one point of contact. This is especially valuable for foreign investors and clients managing their project remotely from outside Mexico.

Why Choose PGA as Your Construction Partner in Tulum

  • Architect-led construction management, design intent is protected through build
  • Direct on-site supervision by Roberto Carli and the PGA team
  • Transparent budgeting and cost reporting throughout the project
  • Established local supplier and contractor network in Tulum and Riviera Maya
  • Experience managing construction for foreign investors and remote clients
  • Integrated with architectural design, permits, and interior design services

Planning a Construction Project in Tulum or the Riviera Maya?

→ Contact Roberto Carli to discuss your project

→ View our completed construction projects

→ Learn about our architectural design services

Construction challenges specific to Tulum

Building on the Yucatán peninsula means dealing with karst limestone, cavities in the ground, high water tables, hurricane season and fast-changing supply chains. Experience with these conditions is what keeps a project on schedule.

Limestone ground and foundations

Foundations are defined from what the ground actually shows during excavation, not from assumptions.

Wastewater and water management

Without municipal sewage in many areas, treatment systems are planned from the start of the project.

Built for the tropical coast

Heat, constant humidity, salt air and heavy seasonal rain are resolved in the drawings: cross-ventilation, deep shading, drainage and materials chosen for how they age on the Caribbean coast.

One team from drawings to handover

When the architect and the builder are the same team, design decisions are made with cost and constructability in mind, and responsibility never gets passed between companies.

Construction partner for independent architects

Already working with your own architect? PGA also delivers construction-only packages for projects designed by independent architects. We build from your architect's plans and handle budgeting, procurement, scheduling, on-site execution and project management, while your architect keeps creative direction.

Before pricing, we review the drawings for completeness and constructability in local conditions, then keep the architect involved through site visits and design decisions until handover.

What the service includes

  • Itemised construction budget
  • Work schedule and milestones
  • Material and supplier management
  • Daily site supervision
  • Project management and coordination with your architect
  • Progress reports with photos for remote owners
  • Final handover and closing documentation

How we work

  1. Budget and schedule. We price the drawings line by line and set clear milestones before work starts.
  2. Site preparation. Survey, clearing limited to what the design needs, and foundations.
  3. Structure and envelope. Structure, roofs and waterproofing built for heavy rain and hurricane season.
  4. Finishes and handover. Finishes, installations, testing and a documented handover.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to build a villa in Tulum?

Typically 10 to 18 months depending on size, design complexity and permit timelines.

Can you build a design made by another architect?

Yes. PGA works as the construction partner for independent architects: we review the drawings for completeness and constructability, then handle budgeting, procurement, execution and project management while the architect keeps creative direction.

How do I follow construction if I live abroad?

You receive regular progress reports with photos and direct communication with the team on site.

Related guides

Beyond Tulum, we deliver this service in Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Cancún.

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Contact us

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Contact
info@robertocarlipga.com+52 984 144 2963
Address
Galeria Tu Mercado
Calle 7, La Veleta
Tulum, Quintana Roo.
Working hours
Mon – Fri · 09 – 17hs
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