Scott + Reid Principal and Co-Founder Brad Reid has been named a 2025 REDnews Texas Commercial Real Estate Icon.
With nearly 40 years in commercial construction, Brad has built his career on a simple philosophy: do the work right, solve tough problems, and deliver results clients can trust. In 1992, he co-founded Scott + Reid with Chris Scott, starting a company that has grown into one of Dallas’ most respected commercial general contractors, known for complex renovations, interiors, and ground-up builds.
Reid’s career began the way many builders wish theirs had: at the ground level. After college, he went straight into commercial construction, starting in estimating and learning how projects work from the numbers outward. That foundation gave him a rare fluency across every phase of a build, from early budgeting to jobsite execution. In 1992, he co-founded Scott + Reid with business partner and longtime friend Chris Scott, setting out with a clear goal to build projects the right way with people they respected. More than 30 years later, that goal still defines the firm.
This philosophy has fostered exceptional client loyalty with over 85% of Scott + Reid’s portfolio consisting of repeat business. Many of these partnerships span more than two decades — a testament to a company foundation built on transparency, reliability, and a willingness to standby work long after a project is completed, even the more complex ones.
Driven by Reid’s clear leadership, the company is expanding its commercial reach into new sectors and regions while continuing to serve its core repeat clients. Brad’s recognition as a REDnews CRE Icon celebrates decades of leadership, practical problem solving, and a commitment to creating high-quality spaces across Dallas and Texas. Earlier this year, he was also named a C-Suite leader by the Dallas Business Journal, further highlighting his impact on the North Texas commercial real estate community.
Learn more about Brad’s journey and read the full interview here.