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2025 UNITED CONTRACTORS BOARD OFFICERS
President....................Kurt Eddy, Pavement Recycling Systems, Inc.
VP/President-Elect.... Alan Guy, Anvil Builders
Secretary/Treasurer. Greg Goebel Jr., Goebel Construction, Inc. Sec/Treas-Elect Michael Gates, DeSilva Gates Construction, LLC
UNITED CONTRACTORS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JUAN ARREQUIN, BAY LINE CUTTING & CORING, INC. (PAST SECRETARY/ TREASURER); TOM BARR, GHILOTTI BROS., INC.; BRYN BURKE, DEES BURKE ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTORS, LLC; SEAN CASTILLO, TORO ENTERPRISES, INC.; DERMOT FALLON, FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTORS, INC.; RITA VIGIL FERGUSON, G & F CONCRETE CUTTING, INC.; BRENT FOGG, GRANITE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; MICHAEL GATES, DESILVA GATES CONSTRUCTION, LLC; KEVIN HESTER, MCGUIRE HESTER (PAST PRESIDENT, 2024); MATT LOVINGIER, JMH ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION, INC.; DANIEL RODRIGUEZ, BAY CITIES PAVING & GRADING, INC.; KEVIN REIMERS, WOODRUFF-SAWYER & CO. (ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR); ELIZABETH TORREZ, TENNA (ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR-ELECT)
UCON LEADERS | UNITED CONTRACTORS COMMITTEE CHAIRS ASSOCIATES: KEVIN REIMERS (ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR), WOODRUFFSAWYER & CO. | ELIZABETH TORREZ (ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR-ELECT), TENNA | CALTRANS: MICHAEL GHILOTTI (CHAIR), GHILOTTI BROS., INC. | LEGISLATIVE: ROB LAYNE, (CHAIR), O.C. JONES & SONS, INC. | POLITICAL ACTION (PAC): GEORGE FURNANZ (CHAIR), STACY WITBECK; STEVE CONCANNON (VICE-CHAIR) PAVEMENT RECYCLING SYSTEMS, INC. | SAFETY & INSURANCE: KEITH OXFORD, (CHAIR), MONTEREY MECHANICAL COMPANY | SF CITY CONTRACTOR LIAISON: MIKE GHILOTTI (CHAIR), GHILOTTI BROS., INC., MIGUEL GALARZA (CHAIR), YERBA BUENA ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION, INC. | SCHOLARSHIP: TRONY FULLER, (CHAIR), ARGENT MATERIALS INC. | REGIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL: MICHAEL PRLICH (CHAIR), MIKE PRLICH & SONS, INC.; GARRETT FRANCIS (CHAIR), GUARDIAN TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS
UNITED CONTRACTORS STAFF
MARK BRESLIN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER; EMILY COHEN, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, 2026 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER; TEJEL PATEL, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CEO; AURORA PRASAD, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO EVP; CLAY O’NEAL, CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER; MELISSA GUTWALD, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER; VICTOR SELLA, VICE PRESIDENT OF CONTRACTOR ENGAGEMENT; GUS FLORES, DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS; RAY BACA, DIRECTOR OF AGENCY RELATIONS; DEREK BORGHI, DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS; ANGELICA GOUIG, DIRECTOR OF MEMBER EXPERIENCE; RUBY VARNADORE, SENIOR LABOR CONTRACTS MANAGER; LIZ CASTRO, LABOR CONTRACTS MANAGER; LUCIA MIXON, CONTRACTOR ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST; SANDRA KAYA, ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST TO LABOR & MEMBER SERVICES; DENISE RAMIREZ, ONLINE SERVICES MANAGER; EMMY MCCONNELL, SENIOR ACCOUNTANT; MICHELLE HANNIGAN, BOOKKEEPER; GABRIELLE GONZALEZ, OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA; CHRISTINE TRAINA, EVENT MANAGER; RACHEL ORAA, EVENTS COORDINATOR; LUKE HARDY, EVENTS COORDINATOR; AVANTI MEHTA, EDUCATION COORDINATOR; MICHELLE VEJBY, MARCOM MANAGER; EDDIE BERNACCHI, UCON CHIEF LOBBYIST; MIKE DONLON, CHIEF SAFETY CONSULTANT; DREW DELANEY, MIKE BUCKANTZ, REGULATORY CONSULTANTS; DAMIAN BREEN, REGULATORY CONSULTANT
By Emily Cohen UCON Executive Vice President, Incoming CEO 2026
PROJECTS & PEOPLE: THE HEART OF UCON’S MISSION
At an all-team meeting a while back, we were going around the room sharing why we came to UCON, and what keeps us here. When it came time for one particular team member to speak, he paused and said, “I have a confession, and I’m not sure how this is going to land.”
Oh boy.
He continued, part defiant, part hesitant, “I don’t love construction. My eyes don’t light up around yellow iron. I’m not particularly passionate about the projects themselves.” Long pause. “But if I’m being honest, I’m here because of the people. The people behind the projects. That’s what drives me. That’s why I’m at UCON. Because every day, we help the people who build.”
There was a moment of silence. And then, one after another, others began to echo the same sentiment.
“That’s not something to apologize for,” I said. “In fact, that’s exactly why you’re here. Your passion for the people behind the projects is what makes you a perfect fit for UCON. That’s who we are. That’s what we do. We match our members’ commitment and drive, their hustle, their integrity—but we do it for them. We serve, support and advocate for the people behind the projects.”
That conversation sparked the idea for this magazine edition. In our Member Projects issue we’ve proudly showcased the remarkable projects our members build across California; projects that are complex, risky, and transformative. Projects that improve communities, overcome relentless obstacles, and stand the test of time. It’s always been one of our favorite issues.
But what about the people behind the projects? The individuals who pour everything they have into making them happen? The early mornings and late nights. The relentless problem-solving,
...every day, we help the people who build... That’s what we do. We match our members’ commitment and drive, their hustle, their integrity—but we do it for them. We serve, support and advocate for the people behind the projects.
negotiating, and leading. The grit. The grind. The quiet moments of doubt and the awesome moments of pride. The teamwork. The leadership. The wellearned personal and professional growth that comes from contributing to a project. They deserve the spotlight too. Because at the end of the day, it’s not the equipment, the technology, or the contracts that deliver a project. It’s the people, at every level. It always has been.
And that’s where UCON’s heart lies. In the people behind our membership, and the projects you build.
So, we are proud to expand this magazine into our Projects and People issue. A reflection of UCON’s relentless commitment to you, your company, and your teams. A reflection of our belief that every project is only as strong as the people who build it.
As I prepare to step into the role of CEO (in January), this issue feels especially meaningful. Because UCON’s future, just like its foundation, will always be built around the people. We are here to advocate for you. To serve and support you. And to develop the next generation of leaders. To fight for policies that protect and empower you. To go the extra mile for you and your team. To bring genuine care and connection to our work, everyday. For us, it’s always about the people. This is UCON. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Sincerely,
Emily Cohen, UCON EVP | Incoming CEO, 2026
UCON MEMBER
PROJECTS AND PEOPLE
UCON Members: Building the People, Building California
At United Contractors, we are proud to celebrate the people and projects that define our industry. On the following pages, you’ll see just a glimpse of the incredible work our members deliver every day—projects that reflect not only skill and innovation, but also the dedication that drives our industry forward. Just as important, you’ll meet some of the individuals behind the work, sharing their own words and wisdom about what makes construction so meaningful. To every one of our members—large and small—thank you for your talent, hard work, and commitment. UCON is proud to serve you.
Mountain Cascade, Inc.
Project: SFPUC Tesla Surge Tower, Tracy, CA | Project Manager Howie Reiss
“The Surge Tower Project was a success in no small part due to open lines of communication between all parties. Most of the questions that came up, whether in regards to a contract drawing or one of our submittals, were resolved with a phone call. And when larger issues surfaced, the team could meet to develop a solution. We had the freedom to make small changes, such as installing picking ears on the tower or fabricating the shroud in fewer sections, that made the project on the whole a success.”
www.mountaincascade.com
Dees Burke Engineering Constructors, LLC
The Hollywood Burbank Airport is building a replacement passenger terminal, the project will deliver a safer, modern, and more convenient facility while maintaining the airport’s current footprint. DBE’s crews contributed by constructing a custom vehicle barrier system, designed specifically for the project, along a portion of the airport’s perimeter. www.dbeconstructors.com
Michael Suto, Carpenter Foreman made it happen with his spectacular crew, “I’ve been a union carpenter since 1988, and seeing my work stand the test of time is very satisfying. On road trips with my family, I’m proud to point out past and present projects as we pass them on the freeway.”
Urban Habitat
Whitaker Park is a shining example of communitydriven design, transforming a blank field into a vibrant, eco-conscious space that blends education and recreation. Now enjoyed by over 1,000 students and hundreds of families, the park was honored as the 2024 Project of the Year by the City of Buena Park. www.myurbanhabitat.com
“Transforming Whitaker Park from an open field into a purpose-driven community hub has been incredibly rewarding—every element was designed to serve, inspire, and bring people together.”
— Brett Brennan, Team Leader (above); Gerald Johnson, Project Manager (center), and Adan Rodriguez, Project Engineer (right)
JMH Engineering and Construction Inc.
Project: Emmy Oil Line for Huntington Beach Dog Park. It was due to the diligent oversight of our Superintendent Sergio Casas (photo above) that this project was successfully completed.
“Below water environment was an anomaly of this repair project—it was critical not to allow any oil to escape into the ocean while repairing the line; we had to fight the water table, and we had literally one shot to expose the line and make the repair which was in excess of 10 feet below water.”
— Sergio Casas, Superintendent www.jmheandc.com
“Nothing in life is given; everything is earned.”
—Loren,
Field Leader
Underground Construction Co., Inc.
Project: Oceanside, CA. A leaking valve was discovered by SoCalGas (SCG). Underground Construction Co., Inc. (UCCo) dug out the valve while working in a heavily travelled area for both locals and tourists. UCCo successfully cut out the leaking valve and installed a new one with zero safety incidents or close calls. www.undergroundconstruction.com
Sukut Construction LLC
Project: State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment. Cody Schilling, Project Manager, has been leading the State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment in Calaveras County since 2023.
Since joining Sukut in 2014, Cody has successfully managed a diverse range of complex projects across California, including landfill development, wildfire recovery, and large-scale grading. On the State Route 4 realignment project, Cody has overseen major staged earthwork and blasting operations, creek realignment, drainage system installation, and the construction of a 530-foot-long mechanically stabilized earth wall. His leadership has ensured the project remains on schedule and is delivered to the highest safety and quality standards.
State Route 4 Project: This high-impact infrastructure project, delivered for the County of Calaveras, involves the realignment of approximately three miles of State Route 4, replacing a winding two-lane conventional highway with a new two-lane access-controlled expressway. This critical upgrade is designed to significantly reduce the frequency of accidents along a notoriously dangerous stretch of road. The work has required the removal of trees and extensive staged earthmoving, with approximately 328,000 cubic yards of roadway excavation and 74,000 cubic yards of rock excavation and blasting. The crew has also placed 30,000 tons of hot mix and rubberized hot mix asphalt, installed asphalt dikes and guardrail, and constructed 61 drainage system improvements using pipes ranging from 18 to 60 inches in diameter. www.sukut.com
Kiewit Infrastructure West Co. Project: Foothill GoldLine LRT Ext. Phase 2B, Azusa to Pomona. The Foothill Phase 2B LTRT is a 9 Mile Light Rail and Freight project with 4 Stations, it is the 3rd GoldLine Project Kiewit, Parsons, and Mass Electric have delivered for the Gold Line Authority.
Ron Robison was The Construction Manager for the Project at its peak construction time. Ron has worked for Kiewit for 30 years, and worked on all three Goldline Projects.
Bill Allen, Project Manager for Kiewit on the Tijuana River Project. Bill has been with Kiewit’s Southern California District for 40 years.
The Rinconada Water Treatment Plant, Los Gatos, CA. Upgraded to increase capacity from 80 MGD to 100 MGD of drinking water.
“Construction is more than just building; it’s about shaping the future.”
— Josh Walker (in black hardhat)
Project: Tijuana River Barrier Project, San Ysidro, CA.
The Tijuana River Bridge Project is a 900’ long Steel Girder Bridge crossing the Tijuana River. It provides vehicle access for the US Border Patrol to cross the river and a barrier for the border when the gates are lowered. www.kiewit.com
Corporation
New Treasure Island Waste Water Treatment Plant (above left); San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) City Distribution Division (CDD) Campus (above right). www.hoseleycorp.com
Mozingo Construction Inc.
“We are honored to provide our services for our partners at Buzz Oates, Placer County and the surrounding communities. By building a new sewer system for future development, we are proud to be part of the future infrastructure for the ongoing growth in Placer County. As a local resident and native to Placer County, there is an extra level of pride in working on this project.”
—Jake Creger General Manager
www.mozingoconstruction.com
Hoseley
Toro Enterprises, Inc.
Burbank Water & Power (BWP) Campus Stormwater Improvement Project. Project consisted of installing a 277,000-gallon underground storm water storage system with a lift station and structures to facilitate the capture of storm water (to be used as coolant in their towers, or to infiltrate into the ground after passing through treatment structures). Project included offsite pipe and channel connection to reduce the flow of water into the storm water channel. This project has been selected to receive a California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA)
Award as an Outstanding Stormwater Implementation Project or Program (Industrial) to be awarded at the 2025 CASQA conference. This project was a partnership between Toro Enterprises, BWP, and MNS, a third-party manager for BWP.
Thank you to Noe Torres, Foreman for most of the onsite project overseeing the excavation and installation of the entire system. Pre-planning, teamwork and all team members pulling together helped to make this job a success. www.toroenterprises.com
Viking Construction Company, Inc.
City of Chico Highway 99 Bikeway Project (Phase 5). This project involved the construction of 1 mile of a new bike/pedestrian path in the City of Chico—800’ of elevated cast-in-place approach structures along with a 200’ span steel box beam truss over 20th Street in addition to electrical and landscape improvements. Project Manager: Troy Clemons, P.E.; Project Engineer: Blake Brown; Superintendent: Tom Norton
“In addition to the technical challenges, the project involved a significant amount of coordination with the City, local businesses, and Caltrans. Thankful for the opportunity to be involved in such a unique project,” Blake Brown, Project Engineer www.vikingbridges.com
Robert A. Bothman Construction
[1] Project: Abbott Middle School. As part of the San Mateo-Foster City School District project, this campus was one of eight schools where we removed existing asphalt play and drop-off areas to make way for a new synthetic turf play area. The work also included trench drains, retaining curbs, edge banding at existing fencing, shrub planting, and drainage upgrades.
[2] Bridges Track & Field Project: New synthetic turf field and track featuring custom striping and permanent graphics, along with improved drainage and irrigation. Additional enhancements included new turf for the softball field and playgrounds, revitalized courtyards with shade structures, and added passenger loading zones.
[3] Project: Cesar Chavez High School Baseball Field. Athletic facility improvements, including a new synthetic turf baseball stadium with lighting and a new restroom and concessions building. Additional upgrades included enhancements to the existing multiuse field, perimeter paving, site fencing, furnishings, parking, and improvements to drainage, irrigation, and utilities.
[4] Project: Homestead High School. As part of a fiveschool initiative for Fremont Unified School District, we replaced the synthetic turf and upgraded the all-weather track at this campus. Work included turf removal and recycling, drainage improvements, a new porous base pad, and installation of a new synthetic field and track surface.
www.bothman.com
“The biosolids project is a wonderful place to be involved.”
—
Ronald VanAirsdale, Project Superintendent
“Through safety, we honor our mission of protecting each other while building a cleaner future for tomorrow.”
— Rich Taylor, Senior Project Manager
Project: Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant Biosolids Digester Facilities. Owner: San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC). Monterey Mechanical Co. & MWH Constructors are building one of the first projects in the U.S. to use the Thermal Hydrolysis Process, also known as Cambi. This technology will enable the new facilities to produce higher-quality class A biosolids, capture and treat odors more effectively, and maximize biogas utilization.
This project will provide a new digester and solids handling facility, replacing the existing aged and failing facility at the Southeast Plant (SEP). The facility will promote the beneficial reuse of resources for sustainability and other environmental benefits. www.montmech.com
Above left photo of the Thermal Hydrolysis System; Project Management Crew (left photo)
Midstate Barrier, Inc.
Thanks to Superintendent Rick Bagwell, Foreman Jerry Ehrler and his crew, Midstate Barrier successfully completed a challenging guardrail repair on the O’Byrne’s Ferry Road/Tulloch Lake Bridge in Copperopolis last October (photos at left). “Projects like these—where challenging work meets Norther California’s incredible scenery is what make our daily efforts so fulfilling and unforgettable.”
Midstate Barrier Foreman Ruben Loya and his crew in action, slip-forming median concrete barrier on Route 37 in Marin County (photo above). “Our crew takes pride in constructing quality work, knowing that it makes our highways safer for the traveling public” www.midstatebarrier.com
Bay Cities Paving & Grading Inc.
Project: SFO West Field Garage, 675 West Field Road; 3 year long project spanning over (3) separate phases. Austin Webcor with the assistance of Bay Cities expedited the opening of the temp parking lot before the Milestone set forth in the project documents and overall schedule that ultimately kick’s off the major construction on the project itself. www.baycities.us
“This project has been enjoyable to build so far, and the career long relationships built will be lasting. I am looking forward to the next phases in the coming months.”
— Alex Demartini, Superintendent
“It’s very exciting to be a part of this design-build and contributing to the overall progress of the project. We still have a long way to go on the build, but are looking forward to completing the next steps.”
— Jason Ochoa, Assistant Project Manager
P C & N Construction, Inc.
Highway 1 near Maderra, located in San Mateo.
“Guardrail is repetitious, but my office is always changing.”
— Charles Price III
Taylor Jane Construction LP
Project for Caltrans District 8: Monument Sign for Route 18 in San Bernardino.
Underwater Resources, Inc.
Project: Vulcan Materials Plant, Pleasanton, CA (Alameda County). Design, fabrication, onsite assembly, deployment, and permanent mooring of two (2) floating photovoltaic power plants which are both governed in accordance with Federal Mining & Safety (MSHA) work rules. The current plant under construction covers 670,000 SF of the total 21-acre surface water area of Pond #5 and will generate 9.74 MW (D.C.). The upcoming and subsequent project is nearby and also at an active settling pond/former gravel pits and will be installed onto a 10.9-acre surface area at Pond #2 and will generate 2.11 MW (D.C.) of electricity over the next 20 years. When completed, the combined total electrical power generated from both of these power plants will contribute to and signify this as being the largest floating photovoltaic power generation project in the U.S.
Underwater Resources, Inc. (URI) worked closely with the floating solar system Designer/ Manufacture (Isigenere, Spain), US project Owner/ Developer (White Pine Development, SF) and General Contractor (Collins Electrical Company, Sacramento/Stockton) by assisting them with constructability and final UW mooring designs to aid in the deployment/assembly and to allow the floating power plant array assembly to remain stationary and functional during normal surface water elevations that will fluctuate 10-feet. www.urdiving.com
Grant Cooper, Marine Superintendent/ Dive Supervisor, who has worked for URI since 1984 on over 1500 projects.
Granite Construction Company
Project: Indianola Undercrossing—a part of the Eureka-Arcata Corridor program, intended to increase safety and traffic flows between the largest population centers in Humboldt County. This $50M project includes an undercrossing at Indianola Road, a northbound traffic signal at Airport Road, and acceleration and deceleration lane improvements.
“We are excited to be bringing this long-planned safety project to fruition for the many Humboldt County residents and visitors that travel between Eureka and Arcata, California. This is the busiest corridor north of Santa Rosa and this project will have real safety and mobility improvements for the region. The project has some unique elements due to the existing geology and has presented some interesting challenges to the project team. We are really looking forward to getting the overcrossing open this fall and moving into the final stages of the project.” — Ben Dalton, Project Manager
Project: West Cliff Drive Stabilization and Bethany Curve Culvert Repair project in Santa Cruz, California. Project consisted of 5 structural walls, extensive rip rap armoring of the coastline, sculpted shotcrete, and a complete rebuild of the 92-year-old Bethany Drive Culvert. The collaboration between the City of Santa Cruz, design, and construction was of the highest level, directly leading to the success of this unique and complex project. www.graniteconstruction.com
“Being a part of the restoration of this section of California coastline that is enjoyed by millions of people from all around the world every year will remain with me forever. This was truly a once-ina-career type of experience.” — Bryan Adams, Project Manager
Sully-Miller Contracting Company
Project: Colima Road. Sully-Miller crews are making steady progress along Colima Road, bringing muchneeded improvements to the roadway. Featured here is our concrete crew in action, pouring a new bus pad to enhance accessibility and transit infrastructure along the route (top photos at right).
Project: Ontario Grove Avenue. Crews in Ontario are making key infrastructure improvements along Grove Avenue, including vital street and sewer upgrades. The job involves extensive underground work and a wide range of heavy equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely (lower three photos). www.sully-miller.com
“The entire journey—collaborating with the city and project team, contributing to a Dodgers-affiliated stadium, and knowing the facility will be enjoyed by thousands— has been nothing short of incredible. With nearly 12,000 cubic yards of concrete placed to date, we’re figuratively rounding third and heading for home.”
— Connor McKinzey, Project
Manager
The Conco Companies
Project: The Ontario Ballpark. The City of Ontario has embarked on a 190-acre development known as the Ontario Sports Empire—an ambitious project touted as the “largest sports complex of its kind west of the Rocky Mountains.”
The Ontario Ballpark was a project defined by strict time constraints and exceptional quality standards. In the pursuit of excellence, success was made possible through the collective efforts of Conco’s Pre-Construction Team, Scheduling, Engineering, Safety, Field Leadership, and—most importantly—our Workforce. Leading this effort was Conco’s Project Manager, Connor McKinzey, whose leadership was instrumental in bringing the project to fruition.
www.conconow.com
Doyle’s Work Company, Inc.
Project: Berkeley Commons, Berkeley, CA
“As a heavy equipment operator for almost 20 years, projects like this R&D build exemplify job satisfaction. Having the opportunity to collaborate with top-notch contractors and to see the end result that will be enjoyed for generations to come are the reasons I know this career is for me.” — Beto Martinez, Operating Engineer Foreman.
Luminart Concrete (Photo above) San Lorenzo Community Center Rennovation in San Lorenzo (Sidewalks); (photo at right) Ocena Shore ES Upgrade in Pacifica (Slab on Grade)
Joseph J. Albanese, Inc.
Project: Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail. For the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail, Joseph J. Albanese, Inc. is providing a wide scope of capabilities including excavation, site concrete, shotcrete, grading and paving.
“I love working with the team to beautify our community with this amazing trail. This is my home, so this job is particularly special to me.”
— Melinda Berge, Senior Project Manager & Quality Control Manager
Project: SMF Sacramento Airport
For the Sacramento Airport, Joseph J. Albanese, Inc. is contributing to the construction of a new parking structure. The team is providing a wide scope of concrete capabilities including 378 concrete pours to create slab on grade, elevated slab formwork and cast in place columns and more. www.jjalbanese.com
“It’s a great honor to contribute to the Sacramento Airport expansion project. With thousands of cubic yards of concrete both poured and pumped, we are very proud of our work.”
— Rick Gil, Jr., Senior Project Manager
McGuire and Hester
Project: Sunrise Blvd Rehabilitation Phase 2, Rancho Cordova, CA
Senior Project Manager Tommy Konwinski
This award-winning project, recognized by APWA, required day and night work within extremely heavy traffic volumes and challenging site conditions. Its success was driven by the strong partnership between McGuire and Hester and the City, whose collaboration enabled the team to overcome significant logistical hurdles and deliver on a condensed schedule.
McGuire and Hester delivered roadway and infrastructure improvements along Sunrise Boulevard in Rancho Cordova, including demolition and replacement of storm drains, installation of 2,700 CY of aggregate base, 10,000 tons of hot mix asphalt, 72,000 SY of cold-in-place asphalt concrete, new storm drain, flatwork, curb and gutter, and nearly 85,000 SF of striping.
Project:
Natomas Levee Improvements
Senior Project Manager Tommy Konwinski
McGuire and Hester crews are upgrading Pump Plant 1B and City Sump 160 with critical mechanical improvements and new pipeline connections to strengthen flood protection in Sacramento’s Natomas Basin. These upgrades support long-term resilience by modernizing stormwater and sewer infrastructure while ensuring continued service during construction. www.mcguireandhester.com
Stacy Witbeck
Project: Caltrans Trancas Creek Bridge Replacement in Malibu, CA
Caltrans is nearing successful completion of the multi-phase, bridge replacement of the nearly 100-year-old Trancas Creek Bridge over Trancas Creek on Pacific Coast Highway.
Stacy Witbeck’s Area Manager, Kyle Sills, credits the team’s dedication and growth for bringing the project across the finish line, including Project Engineer, Charlene Suarez. Charlene began her journey as an intern and is now leading the project’s close-out efforts, managing day-to-day activities with precision and grit. Charlene’s message to the next generation: “Don’t be afraid to start small. Every task is a chance to learn, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow.”
Project: Sonoma–Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Windsor Extension, Windsor, CA
SMART opened its 14th station in downtown Windsor, extending the commuter rail line by three miles from northern Santa Rosa and completing the project with an excellent safety culture and record. Stacy Witbeck’s Project Manager, Nick Slama, credits the success to craft leaders like Mario Romo. Mario was vital in setting the safety culture on the job. He empowered crews to speak up and challenged the team to ask how the work could be done safer and better.
Mario’s message to the next generation: “Safety is a responsibility. When you take ownership of it, you protect not only yourself but the whole team.” www.stacywitbeck.com
Bauman Landscape and Construction, Inc.
1. Venetia Valley TK-8 School, San Rafael (in progress)
2. Pickeweed Park, San Rafael
3. Esprit Park, San Francisco www.baumanland.com
G & F Concrete Cutting, Inc.
Project: Demolition Saw Cutting, 605 Freeway, South, City of Downey for Myers and Sons Construction. Cutting concrete 15” deep; (4) 65hp flat saws and a crew of 4 saw men and 2 laborers on water control, four saw trucks and one vacuum truck (left photo).
Project: Southbound 405 Freeway, Long Beach for Security Paving Company. Cutting concrete panels 15” deep; using (3) 65hp Merit flat saws—working with a new 74hp front pivot saw from Merit. www.gfconcretecutting.com
Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
1. Presidio Trust Pavement Rehab
“This project included paving, underground, and concrete work. Working in the Presidio was a great experience. All of the team members did a great job working through obstacles when they arose, making sure the finished project was a success.”
3. Sonoma County Overlay
— Tommy Elias, Concrete Superintendent
2. El Cerrito Del Norte
“The El Cerrito del Norte project has been a great opportunity to successfully transform our community, partner with the project owners, and successfully build a project the GBI way! The project has been a multi-stage full transformation of San Pablo Ave with new landscape buffers, protected bicycle lanes, traffic signal/street light improvements, and added safety/aesthetic improvements throughout the project.”
— Sayed Miry, Project Engineer
“This was a fantastic project for the entire team. It involved a complete FDR along with grinding and overlay work on 41 roads throughout Sonoma County, as well as essential ditch maintenance to improve drainage and roadway longevity.”
— Federico Resendis, Field Superintendent www.gbi1914.com
Cell-Crete Corporation
Purple Line Extension Section 3 for Metro in Los Angeles.
Pablo Barajas, Foreman. www.cell-crete.com
Trademark Concrete Systems, Inc.
Project: Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) – David Geffen Galleries
The newly opened David Geffen Galleries at LACMA demonstrate how concrete can serve as both material and meaning. Andrew Roxas, Senior Project Manager at Trademark Concrete (top photo), partnered with commissioned artist Mariana Castillo Deball.
The concrete work is unique in every way, featuring varying textures, patterns, and even impressions created using rope and other tools to bring Castillo Deball’s vision to life. On site, Foreman Carlos Velasco (right) coordinated daily between Castillo Deball, Roxas, and Clark Construction to balance the complexity of the design with schedule and quality demands. Every surface element became part of the artwork, making the installation as much a technical achievement as a cultural statement.
Project: Citrus Commons, Sherman Oaks, CA
The Citrus Commons project, partnered with IMT Residential: Michael Campbell, Vice President of Trademark Concrete (top photo), served as Project Manager, providing oversight from preconstruction through completion. In the field, Merritt Glass, Trademark’s head of Field Operations (middle photo) directed the crew in executing complex layouts, custom formwork, and precision finishing. Lead Foreman Rigo Adame (lower photo) worked closely with the project team every day to maintain schedule and uphold the highest quality standards. Featuring a range of integral colors and specialized finishes, the project demanded careful sequencing and craftsmanship to achieve its dynamic aesthetic. www.trademarkconcrete.com
Olmsted Hydroelectric Plan, Provo UT
China Basin Park, San Francisco CA
1699 Market Street, San Francisco CA
County of Sonoma Fire Debris Damaged Roads Paving Contract
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By Angelica Gouig, Director of Member Experience
MEMBER BENEFIT FOR YOUR TEAM: UCON’S PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
UCON has curated classes for you and your team taught by the best in the industry! Most classes are FREE to UCON members. We have highighted several of the classes coming up over the next couple of months. Did you miss a class? Many of our classes are recorded and available “on-demand” for members only.
For any questions regarding UCON’s programs, contact Angelica Gouig, Director of Member Experience, at agouig@unitedcontractors.org or (925) 362-7309.
Scan code or visit unitedcontractors.org/calendar Plus, visit our on-demand Professional Development Library of classes by logging in to your “Member Home” portal.
SEPTEMBER 9 - 23
Project Engineer
Bootcamp [Q3]
Tuesdays, 9:00am-12:00pm
Session 1 | Sept 9
Session 2 | Sept 16
Session 3 | Sept 23
Instructor: Paul Stout, Power Summit Class Style: Virtual Class Limit: 25
Cost – Member: Early Bird $500; Standard $515; Non-member: $600; Standard $615
SEPTEMBER 16
Powerbase: Building Strong Business Relationships
Tuesday, Sept 16; 2:30pm-4:30pm
Instructor: Eric Anderton, Construction Genius
Class Style: Virtual Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: Free Non-member: $100
SEPTEMBER 17
Everything You Need to Know: OE12 MLA 2025-2028
Wednesday, Sept 17; 12:00pm-12:30pm
Instructor: Derek Borghi, United Contractors
Class Style: Virtual | Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: Free | Non-member: $100
SEPTEMBER 30
Leading and Managing Change
Tuesday, Sept 30; 2:30pm-4:30pm
Instructor: Bill Treasurer, Giant Leap
Consulting
Class Style: Virtual | Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: Free | Non-member: $100
OCTOBER 14
The Life Cycle of Estimating
Friday, October 14
2:30pm-4:30pm
Instructor: Walead Atiye, Maxim
Consulting Group
Class Style: Virtual
Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: FREE Non-member: $100
OCTOBER 22
Fearless Field Leader— Pomona
Wednesday, October 22
4:30pm-8:00pm
Instructor: Mark Breslin, United Contractors CEO
Class Style: In Person
Class Limit: 150 Cost – Member: $225 Non-member: $325 15% discount when purchasing three or more tickets.
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OCTOBER 29
Deepfakes, AI and Social Engineering attacks
Wednesday, October 29
1:00pm-2:00pm
Instructors: Sherri Davidoff – Founder of LMG Security | Bridget Choi – Head of Cyber Insurance Product, Woodruff
Sawyer
Class Style: Virtual Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: FREE Non-member: $100
NOVEMBER
4
Harassment Prevention Training
Tuesday, Nov 4; 2:30pm-4:30pm
Instructor: Rachael Brown, Sweeney Mason LLP
Class Style: Virtual
Class Limit: Unlimited Cost – Member: FREE Non-member: $100
The Fearless Field Leaders seminar in San Ramon was nothing short of a 5/5 experience—and the credit belongs entirely to our exceptional members! Their energy, commitment, and leadership mindset transformed a great event into an unforgettable one.
This is what Fearless Field Leaders is all about. It’s more than a seminar; it’s a movement to elevate our field leaders into impactful, professional, and trusted team drivers. The program focuses on:
• Improving productivity, accountability, motivation, and performance
• Communicating and connecting more effectively with your team
• Developing leadership presence and confidence
• Shifting from being a craftsperson in charge to a true professional leader
In every session, the transformation is clear. Field leaders walk away not only with tools, but with a new sense of ownership and pride in their role—ready to lead, ready to grow, and ready to elevate everyone around them. San Ramon was just one example. The real story is the shift happening across the industry: field leadership is evolving, and UCON members are leading the way.
Promote Positive Change From Within
OCTOBER 22
SHERATON FAIRPLEX HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER POMONA, CA
SCAN TO REGISTER
There is no other program in the construction industry that provides a more comprehensive, uniquely focused people skills training specifically for construction Foremen.
Taught by Mark Breslin,
UCON’s CEO
“These 3 hours of your time will open your eyes to untapped success.”
“I wish I had the opportunity to take this training earlier in my career.”
THANK YOU TO UCON’S 2025 ANNUAL SPONSORS
people. principles. progress.
MEMBER
ANNIVERSARIES: AUGUST
United Contractors would like to take this opportunity to recognize and thank the following companies who are celebrating their anniversary of membership with our organization in August:
29 YEARS – 1996
Contractor Member:
Stacy Witbeck
Kurt Kniffin
28 YEARS – 1997
Contractor Member:
Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc.
Ben Rodriguez, Jr.
Associate Member: County Asphalt, L.L.C. Nicki Turrin
26 YEARS – 1999
Contractor Member:
Golden Bay Construction, Inc.
Johnny Zanette
25 YEARS – 2000
Associate Member:
Storm Water Inspection & Maint. Svcs. (SWIMS) Ric Campos
24 YEARS – 2001
Contractor Member: Dixon Marine Services, Inc.
Mark Sutton
23 YEARS – 2002
Contractor Member: TerraCon Constructors, Inc.
Steve Lydon
21 YEARS – 2004
Contractor Members: M. Hernandez Const. dba Hernandez Engineering Mariano Hernandez
Martin General Engineering, Inc.
Adrian Martin
19 YEARS – 2006
Contractor Members: Precision Engineering, Inc. Finbar Brody
Robert Burns Construction Inc. Gary Purcell
Wayne E. Swisher Cement Contractor, Inc.
Brian Swisher
18 YEARS – 2007
Contractor Member: Pacific Coast General Engineering
Sam Baugh
17 YEARS – 2008
Contractor Members: Pavement Recycling Systems, Inc.
Kurt Eddy
W. Bradley Electric, Inc.
Ken DeGraca
16 YEARS – 2009
Contractor Member: Smith Denison Construction Co.
Douglas Burkhart
15 YEARS – 2010
Contractor Member: Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. John Suarez
Associate Member: Andreini & Company Kathleen Earle
13 YEARS – 2012
Contractor Member:
Vulcan Construction & Maintenance, Inc.
Robert Flores, Jr.
12 YEARS – 2013
Contractor Members: De Haro Ramirez Group
Marco Ramirez
RC Underground, Inc.
Ryan Caulfield
Teichert Construction
Mary Teichert
Photo courtesy Duran Construction Group
Associate Members:
National Casting Corporation
Gautam Kedia
The Hartford
Keith Lovitt
11 YEARS – 2014
Associate Member:
Dynamic Office and Accounting Solutions/ Dynamic Technical Partners
Tiffany Stuart
10 YEARS – 2015
Contractor Member: Azul Works, Inc.
Sandra Rocio Hernandez
Associate Member: JAM Services, Inc.
Jeff Momaney
9 YEARS – 2016
Walsh Construction Company II, LLC
Sarah Williams
8 YEARS – 2017
Contractor Members:
Duran Construction Group
Ray Duran, Jr.
Industrial Plant
Reclamation, Inc.
dba Plant Reclamation
Brett Moitoza
7 YEARS – 2018
Contractor Members:
A.M. Stephens
Construction Co., Inc.
Greg Stephens
Super Seal & Stripe
Brenda Hampton-Ortiz
Tracy Grading & Paving Inc.
Robert Rocha
6 YEARS – 2019
Associate Member:
SMTD Law LLP
Marilyn Klinger
5 YEARS – 2020
Contractor Member:
KRC Safety Co., Inc.
Gary Castro
4 YEARS – 2021
Contractor Members:
Engelke Construction
Jerry Engelke
Loza & Sons, Inc.
Juan Manuel Loza
Wahlund Construction Inc.
Ryan Wahlund
Associate Members:
Carno Law Group
Anna Carno
Construction Genius
Eric Anderton
3 YEARS – 2022
Contractor Members:
Jacobsson Engineering
Construction, Inc.
Dan Jacobsson
Michels Pacific Energy, Inc.
Benjamin Nelson
Michels Trenchless, Inc.
Christopher Fleming
Urban Habitat
Brett Brennan
Associate Members: Isco Industries, Inc.
Doug Moe
LD Innovations, LLC
Loren Johnson
Littler Mendelson, PC
Richard Hill
Monzon & Son
Enterprises Inc.
Hugo Willanueva
2 YEARS – 2023
Contractor Members:
Danny C. Hubbs
Construction, Inc. / DBA DC
Hubbs Const.
Danny C. Hubbs
DR Traffic Control LLC
Derek Doan
Paulson Cox
Construction, Inc.
Matthew Cox
Associate Members:
Los Angeles Angels
Eddie Gomez
Masters Apparel
Andrew Chestnut
MB Professional Services, Inc.
Brian Platt
Pre-Con Products
Shannon Garcia
1 YEAR – 2024
Contractor Members: A-C Electric Company
Tom Hermstad
All Steel Fence, Inc.
Tom Cornell
C2R Engineering, Inc.
Trevor Connolly
G&R Constructors DBA G&R Concrete
DRS Marine, Inc.
Richard Williams
United Pavement Maintenance, Inc.
Mabel Ruvalcaba
Web Concrete Engineering LLC
Chris Wolf
WestRock Engineering
Keith Sammon
Associate Members: Alkeme Insurance Services, Inc
Scott Salandi
H&D Technologies, LLC
Tom Hermstad
Purple Wave Auction Bridget Hess
2025 ADVOCACY AUCTION
Saturday, November 8, 2025
5:00-10:00pm
The Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley, CA
Join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and fundraising for UCON’s Government Advocacy Programs, which build coalitions, drive local and state ballot measures, ensure regulatory fairness, and assist with complex compliance requirements, all benefiting and supporting union contractors.
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