Caltech Environmental Construction is more than a specialty contractor – we're a full-service general construction partner ready to bring your project from concept to completion. Our general construction services cover a broad spectrum of project needs, from overseeing complex builds as the prime contractor to executing specific construction phases with precision. Whether you're constructing a new commercial facility, improving public infrastructure, or undertaking a design-build development, our team provides the seasoned leadership and trade expertise needed to get the job done right. We combine big-picture project management with hands-on craftsmanship, ensuring that every element of your construction project is executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Our Approach
Keeping Projects on Track and On Budget
Our approach to general construction centers on proactive management and close collaboration. We start by assembling the right plan and team for your project – often engaging early in the design phase to align on budget, schedule, and constructability considerations. Once construction is underway, our project managers and field superintendents stay closely involved at every step, coordinating both our own crews and trusted subcontractors to maintain momentum and quality control. We emphasize clear communication throughout: you'll receive regular updates, and we remain accessible to answer questions or adapt to new requirements. Safety and integrity guide everything we do on site; we enforce strict safety protocols and quality checks because nothing matters more than protecting people and delivering a build we’re proud of. If challenges arise (an unexpected soil condition, a design change, etc.), our experienced team responds quickly with solutions to keep the project on track. By being detail-oriented and forward-thinking, we make the construction process as smooth and stress-free as possible for our clients.
General Construction Capabilities
One thing that sets Caltech apart is the breadth of work we self-perform. Many general contractors subcontract all their earthwork, utilities, or concrete, but we have skilled in-house teams for these critical scopes. This means more control over schedule and quality for your project, and fewer layers of communication to manage. When specialized subcontractors are required, we bring in vetted partners and oversee them rigorously to ensure they meet our standards. The end result is a cohesive project delivered by a truly accountable lead contractor.
Project Planning & Management
From pre-planning to closeout, we provide full project oversight—managing schedules, budgets, and logistics to ensure smooth, on-time delivery.
Design-Build & Pre-Construction
We collaborate early in the process to help streamline design, reduce risk, and improve constructability—saving time and money before construction begins.
Site Development
Our in-house team handles site clearing, grading, utilities, and other civil scopes—delivering a seamless start for any type of vertical construction.
Structural & Vertical Construction Preparation
We prepare sites & coordinate with builders for vertical construction with grading, pads, and utility tie-ins
Trade Coordination & Subcontracting
We manage all trades and subcontractors on your project—ensuring clear communication, quality workmanship, and on-schedule execution.
Utility Upgrades & Retrofits
We lead commercial utility upgrades and improvements with care, minimizing disruption while modernizing and improving your facilities.
Quality Control & Inspections
Quality is built in at every stage. Our team conducts detailed checks and inspections to ensure compliance, safety, and attention to detail.
Post-Construction Support
Our work continues even after handoff—with organized closeout packages, warranty coordination, and support as your team gets up and running.
Why Choose 
for General Construction
Choosing Caltech as your general contractor means choosing a partner who can handle it all without compromising on quality or accountability. Our clients appreciate that we self-perform many key aspects of construction (earthwork, utilities, concrete, etc.), which gives us greater control over timelines and craftsmanship. There's no passing the buck – when we commit to a scope of work, our own team is often directly executing it. For the portions we don't self-perform, we carefully select and manage subcontractors who share our values for safety, efficiency, and quality. This integrated approach streamlines the project and helps prevent the delays or misunderstandings that can plague multi-contractor jobs. Additionally, with over five decades of combined experience in our leadership, we have encountered and overcome a wide range of construction challenges; that insight allows us to proactively mitigate risks and keep your project moving forward. Ultimately, our goal is simple: deliver your project on schedule, on budget, and built right. We stand behind our work and make sure our clients feel supported at every step, from groundbreaking to final close-out.
Ready to execute your plans? Contact Caltech today to discuss your project or request a bid. Let’s build something great together – with a team you can trust every step of the way.