The Team that Brings Your Projects to Life

Dhvanit Patel is the Chief Executive Officer of Onicx, a vertically integrated real estate investment, development, and construction company specializing in healthcare, multifamily, industrial, and mixed-use commercial real estate. Since founding the company in 2004, Dhvanit has led its growth from a construction firm into a full-service platform spanning development, investment, construction, leasing, and property management.
With more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate development and construction, Dhvanit is responsible for shaping the company’s long-term vision, identifying investment opportunities, cultivating strategic partnerships, and driving operational excellence across every facet of the business. His leadership has established Onicx as a trusted partner known for delivering innovative, high-quality projects while creating lasting value for investors, clients, healthcare providers, and the communities it serves.
Under Dhvanit’s leadership, Onicx Construction has become a respected general contractor throughout Florida, delivering complex healthcare, commercial, industrial, hospitality, and luxury residential projects with a commitment to precision, collaboration, and excellence. Together with Onicx Real Estate, the organization offers clients a seamless approach that spans acquisition, development, construction, asset management, and long-term ownership.
Dhvanit earned a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction from the University of Florida’s M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Construction Management. He currently serves on the Dean’s Advisory Board for the University of Florida’s College of Design, Construction and Planning and is an active member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), Florida Chapter.

Ali Wald is responsible for operational strategy and execution at Onicx Construction. Ali Wald has 30 years of operations, management, and accounting experience across various industries, most notably, 18 years in the development and construction industries. Ali’s experience also extends to the overseeing of risk management, human resources, and marketing. She was instrumental in building the development side of the business from inception. Prior to joining Onicx in 2009, Ali served as Director of Operations in both development and general contracting fields.  In those roles she was responsible for process, oversight of all operations, the financial accounting and job costing systems, as well as company and job profitability. Ali is a Florida native who earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida.

Shanda brings nearly two decades of construction industry experience to her role as Onicx Construction’s Controller where she is responsible for the financial management of the company, operational cash flow, financial reporting, tax preparation, budget management and analysis. Shanda oversees the project accountants in processing of job and overhead accounts receivable and payable, and she is responsible for developing and maintaining the system of internal accounting controls.

Shanda is also responsible for risk management, legal and human resource issues for Onicx Construction. She works closely with the VP of Construction on the creation of process within the company, and the accountability of their execution.  Shanda studied at Eastern Kentucky University.

Stephen Fisher is a seasoned construction professional with over 24 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in preconstruction, project planning, budgeting, and construction management. With a strong background in both field operations and project leadership. Stephen brings a practical, solutions-driven approach to every project from concept through completion.

Prior to transitioning into preconstruction and management roles, Stephen worked extensively in the field as a Superintendent, where he gained hands-on experience overseeing day-to-day construction operations, coordinating subcontractors, managing schedules, and ensuring quality and safety standards were maintained on-site. This field experience gives him a well-rounded understanding of construction from both operational and strategic perspectives.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management and has built a reputation for delivering well-coordinated, financially aligned projects while fostering strong relationships with clients, design teams, and trade partners. His expertise spans residential, commercial, and mixed-use construction, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and proactive communication throughout the construction process.

Stephen is OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certified, demonstrating his commitment to jobsite safety and industry best practices. He is also Procore Certified, utilizing modern construction technology and project management platforms to streamline collaboration, documentation, and project execution.

Known for his leadership, attention to detail, and client-focused mindset, Stephen is dedicated to helping projects move forward smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and construction excellence.

Varun is a versatile, results-driven construction leader who brings strong technical depth to the Onicx team. His experience spans commercial, industrial, and high-end residential projects, with hands-on command of building systems including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, process piping, and plumbing, as well as sitework and ground-up construction. Varun excels at the full project lifecycle—planning, scheduling, budgeting, resourcing, and cost estimating—and is skilled at analyzing total cost of ownership to keep projects efficient and on target. Known for clear communication and steady leadership across every level of the organization.

With more than seven years of experience in the industry, Dan has successfully delivered projects across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, hospitality, industrial, retail, fitness, and luxury residential. His portfolio spans ground-up construction, complex tenant build-outs, and adaptive reuse projects throughout Florida and beyond.

In addition to managing project operations, Dan is actively involved in mentoring and developing the next generation of project managers at Onicx, as well as contributing to business development efforts. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management and Organizational Leadership from St. Petersburg College and is currently pursuing his MBA at the University of Miami, expected December 2027.

Dan is an active member of the Real Estate Investment Council (REIC), The Society of Real Estate Professionals (SoRep), and the Association of Medical Facilities Professionals (AMFP), reflecting his commitment to continued growth across the commercial real estate and construction industries.

Mike Patel brings more than 12 years of commercial construction experience to Onicx Construction, with a diverse background spanning healthcare, hospitality, restaurant, retail, fitness, industrial, and corporate interior projects. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, he combines technical expertise with a practical, solutions-oriented approach to project management.

Throughout his career, Mike has successfully managed projects ranging from tenant improvements and interior renovations to complex healthcare facilities and multi-million-dollar commercial developments. His experience leading projects through preconstruction, budgeting, procurement, construction, and closeout provides him with a well-rounded perspective that helps clients navigate challenges and achieve successful outcomes.

Known for his collaborative leadership style, Mike values strong relationships, open communication, and accountability. He enjoys working alongside clients, design teams, subcontractors, and field personnel to solve problems, maintain momentum, and deliver high-quality projects. His focus is not only on completing projects successfully, but also on creating a positive experience for everyone involved throughout the process.

At Onicx, Mike is committed to helping clients bring their vision to life while fostering teamwork, trust, and long-term partnerships that extend beyond project completion.

With a background in civil engineering, Akash brings a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence to every project at Onicx. His strong grasp of construction principles and best practices allows him to develop solutions across both the design and execution phases, with expertise spanning project management, budgeting, scheduling, and safety compliance. Akash is known for collaborating closely with stakeholders and team members to deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring client satisfaction. He also carries a genuine interest in sustainable design and construction, and is proficient in industry tools including Primavera P6, Procore, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Revit.

Owais is an experienced structural engineer with a strong background analyzing and designing a wide range of building structures, from mid-rise to high-rise. He has effectively managed coordination across architects, MEP, and site engineers throughout the project lifecycle. At Onicx, Owais supports projects of all sizes—including ground-up construction—bringing a detail-oriented, highly organized approach that keeps teams aligned and projects moving forward from design through execution.