25 MWs thru solar
& cogeneration
Millions of gallons
wastewater cleaned
100% solar powered
HQ & yard
LEED & SWPPP
Certified Staff
Our Responsibility
As builders, the decisions we make can have a lasting impact on our communities and the environment. We integrate sustainable practices into preconstruction, material selection, construction methods, and our own operations—with a focus on practical solutions that reduce carbon, conserve resources, and deliver lasting value.
Where we make the biggest impact
Low Carbon Concrete
Concrete represents a significant share of the work we self-perform—and one of our greatest opportunities to reduce embodied carbon. Working with engineers and suppliers, we optimize concrete mixes with supplementary cementitious materials that can reduce concrete-related carbon emissions by approximately 30% while maintaining performance.
Mass Timber & Prefabrication
Mass timber and prefabrication can reduce material use and construction waste while improving production and installation efficiency. Our centralized Bay Area prefabrication operations allow us to plan, build, and assemble components in a controlled environment before they reach the jobsite, reducing onsite congestion and supporting more predicable installation.
Smarter Structural Solutions
During preconstruction, we work with design teams to evaluate structural systems, sequencing, and material use to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and lower embodied carbon. Early collaboration helps us find practical, project-specific solutions that balance sustainability, constructability, cost, and schedule.
Construction Waste & Reuse
We look for opportunities to reduce waste before materials reach the dumpster—from reusable formwork and internal material reuse to project-specific recycling and landfill-diversion programs. On renovation projects, we identify opportunities to salvage, preserve, and reuse original materials and architectural elements, extending their useful life while maintaining the character of the structure.
Our Sustainability Goals
LOW CARBON CONCRETE
REDUCING CONSTRUCTION WASTE
Goal 1 | Carbon Emissions
Establish a corporate carbon commitment and metrics.
- Integrate Embodied Carbon Calculator (EC3) and make informed procurement selections based on low carbon emissions.
- Collect Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for materials used which include a cradle-to-gate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
- Partner with suppliers to increase cement replacement alternatives in concrete mixes, and partner with designers to provide lower carbon building alternatives such as mass timber.
- Increase usage of solar power or other renewable energy sources, such as green powered generators at jobsites, prefabrication sites, and offices.
Goal 2 | Material Waste Management
Restructure Waste Management approach for optimized landfill diversion and transparency.
- Reduce total waste generated on jobsites.
- Increase usage of reusable formwork.
- Aggregate forming operations in centralized locations to facilitate reuse.
- Invest in reusable aluminum and steel formwork.
- Increase centralized and prefabrication operations where viable.
- Increase number of projects certified with TRUE Zero Waste program. (Certified projects divert 90% from landfill.)
- Utilize Recycling Certification Institute (RCI) facilities for mixed construction and demolition.
Goal 3 | Water Management
Reduce virtual water consumption (water consumed during construction projects) and protect groundwater and runoff from contaminants during construction activities.
- Provide SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Protection Plan) leadership on every project.
- Increase usage of rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling systems.
- Use water metering through smart irrigation systems, pressure-reducing valves.
- Use water-efficient toilets.
- Decrease usage of plastic single use drinking water bottles on construction sites.
Goal 4 | Project Selection & Stewardship
Seek projects that help the environment and align with partners that share our values. Be proud of the legacy we create.
- Pursue local projects near our workforce.
- Seek out water purification, water recycling, material recycling, and green energy generation projects such as solar, cogeneration, hydrogen, and biofuel.
- Seek out LEED projects, ParkSmart projects, and other certified green building projects.
