Southern California General Contractor

Hensel Phelps’ Southern California Region is a leader in delivering complex, large-scale projects across diverse markets, including aviation, higher education, healthcare, research/laboratory and water/wastewater. Known for its hands-on approach and strong partnerships, the region excels at navigating dynamic environments. Through innovative building solutions, cutting-edge technology and a commitment to collaboration, Hensel Phelps consistently delivers facilities that exceed owner expectations.

Featured Projects

UCI Health - Irvine

About The Project The UCI Health – Irvine medical campus includes a 144-bed acute care hospital with an emergency room,...

UC San Diego Ridge Walk

About the Project Ridge Walk North provides Thurgood Marshall College residents, faculty, staff and students with endless opportunities to explore,...

Delta Sky Way Program

About the Project As one of the largest infrastructure projects in Los Angeles, the Delta Sky Way Program at Los...

Caltech Resnick Sustainability Center

About the Project The Resnick Sustainability Center (RSC) is a modern, flexible research building that supports and expands the research...

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American Institute of Architects
Los Angeles Merry Norris
Design Advocate Builder Award

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American Subcontractor Association San Diego
Contractor of the Year

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Associated General Contractors of America of California Construction Safety Excellence

Regional
Leadership

Tom Diersbock, Executive Vice President, Western Division

Damian J. Buessing, Regional Vice President

Shawn Edwards, Chief Estimator

Sean Reyes, Chief Estimator

Mike Verrastro, Chief Estimator

Trade
Partnerships

Michelle Keyser, Manager of Supplier Diversity

 

 

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Business
Opportunities

Plan – Real Estate Development Opportunities

Laird Heikens, Vice President – Hensel Phelps Real Estate Development

Build – Construction Opportunities

Stephen J. Friar, Project Development Director

Manage – Facility Life Solutions Opportunities

Ray Cullen, Director of Client Solutions – Hensel Phelps Services

Southern California Offices

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Outreach Events

1/14 – Hensel Phelps LAX Curbside Improvement Program Business Outreach Event

Hensel Phelps LAX Curbside Improvement Program Business Outreach Event

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

3:00 – 6:00 PM

Homewood Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport

6151 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 – 12th Floor, Apex Room

Register at: HENSEL PHELPS LAX Curbside Improvement Business Outreach – Wed Jan 14 HOMEWOOD SUITES LAX – Fill out form

1/24 - ACE Trades Day LA/OC (LAX) at Flight Path Museum

ACE Trades Day LA/OC (LAX) at Flight Path Museum

Saturday, January 24, 2026

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Flight Path Museum

6661 W. Imperial Highway, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Learn more at: ACE Mentor Los Angeles/Orange County – Trades Day (LAX) – JANUARY 24, 2026

2/26 - ACE Mentor Program LA/OC Spotlight Awards - Special Award Winner: Jeff Brunswig, Hensel Phelps OM

ACE Mentor Program LA/OC Spotlight Awards  – Special Award Winner: Jeff Brunswig, Hensel Phelps OM

Thursday, February 26, 2026

5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Carson Event Center

801 E. Carson Street, Carson, CA 90745

Learn more at: ACE Mentor Los Angeles/Orange County – ACE Spotlight Awards 2026

3/5 - EXP Future Women in STEM at LA Harbor College

EXP Future Women in STEM at LA Harbor College

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Los Angeles Harbor College

1111 Figueroa Pl, Wilmington, CA 90744

Learn more at: EXP Women in STEM Career Day — EXP – The opportunity engine