Southwest Florida Is Our Home Too
With a multi-generational heritage in residential and commercial development and construction experience, company owner and president Mike Assaad brings valuable skills in the areas of community leadership, finance and investment, and general contracting experience to Waterside Builders. Born and raised in Naples, Florida, Mike attended Purdue University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance. Mike spent his early career learning from his father about development. He is a licensed general contractor and licensed real estate broker.
Mike started Waterside Builders in 1999, with a focus on bringing together the best talents in custom homebuilding craftmanship, award-winning architects and designers and customers who appreciate the very best in residential luxury. Today, Waterside Builders includes a team of professionals working together on every project with customer experience always at the forefront. Our boutique-sized company allows our clients the opportunity to get to know each one of us. From accounting to site supervision, our team is fully focused and working together to achieve best results.
Mike Assaad
Owner and President
Mike started Waterside Builders in 1999, with a focus on bringing together the best talents in custom homebuilding craftmanship, award-winning architects and designers and customers who appreciate the very best in residential luxury. Today, Waterside Builders includes a team of professionals working together on every project with customer experience always at the forefront. Our boutique-sized company allows our clients the opportunity to get to know each one of us. From accounting to site supervision, our team is fully focused and working together to achieve best results.
Brad Harbin
Project manager
Brad has been with Waterside Builders since 2017. Brad enjoys the opportunity to build large scale, custom luxury homes in Naples with a focus on high end finishes and appreciates the trust and confidence that Waterside shows its employees. Seeing finished homes featured in magazines gives Brad a sense of fulfillment and pride in his work. Previously, Brad was a general contractor and owned a manufacturing company in Colorado and Wyoming for 20 years.
Ellis Cammons
Project manager
Ellis has worked with Waterside Builders for nine years and enjoys the challenge of building unique custom homes in the Olde Naples and downtown area. Developing working relationships with architects and designers allows Ellis to fully manage his projects and giving clients the best building experience. Previously, Ellis worked as a superintendent for Pulte Homes in the Southwest Florida residential home division. He enjoys boating and spending time with his wife and two young sons.
Timmy Scarsella
Project Manager
Timmy is a Florida state certified general contractor with 35 years’ experience in commercial, multi-family and single-family custom homes. He enjoys the team atmosphere at Waterside Builders and the focus on customer service. Outside of work, Timmy can be found spending time with his family and exploring new places.
Cristy Morris
Office Manager
Cristy brings over 17 years of administrative experience with Waterside Builders in office management, human resources, and accounting. She assists in the development and implementation of firm policies and procedures; manages and oversees the administration of HR policies, programs, and practices within the firm; she maintains accounts payable, receivables and monthly billing. Cristy has been a resident of Naples her entire life. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, going on adventures and fishing.
Peter Masi
Field Operations Manager
Peter grew up in the construction and development industry and chose to begin his professional career with Waterside Builders in 2022. He appreciates the mutual respect and willingness to help from everyone at Waterside as well as facing and conquering a new challenge every day. Peter spends free time playing tennis, spending time with family and traveling.