Building with
Integrity
Since 1981

Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc. delivers projects of all sizes with the same dedication to quality, schedule, and client satisfaction. Our senior leadership is directly involved in every project, ensuring accountability from preconstruction through closeout.

• Experienced Leadership — Average of 30+ years of construction experience across our project management team.
• Dedicated Superintendents — Each project has a full-time, on-site superintendent responsible for daily field operations.
• Proactive Communication — Regular owner meetings, detailed reports, and transparent documentation throughout every phase.
• Proven Track Record — Consistently completing projects on time and within budget, with zero liquidated damages in our history.

Our construction team combines institutional knowledge, modern tools, and a commitment to delivering results — ensuring every client gets a partner they can trust from day one.

At Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc., our team brings exceptional depth and stability:

• Average Experience — Our employees average over 25 years of dedicated service with Lathrop, combining institutional knowledge, craftsmanship, and loyalty that translate to superior project execution.
• Project Portfolio — Extensive experience delivering a wide range of commercial, educational, medical, and institutional facilities—each built with pride, precision, and attention to detail.
• On-Time Performance — We have never had liquidated damages assessed against us, demonstrating our consistent ability to complete projects on or ahead of schedule.
• Claims-Free Record — Zero claims filed by or against us, reflecting our collaborative approach, proactive dispute resolution, and commitment to being a true team player with Owners, Architects, and stakeholders.
• Financial Strength & Stability — Strong financial history supported by secure relationships with leading banks, insurance providers, and surety companies that fully back our bonding capacity.

Our management team actively participates in key industry organizations and committees, including the Construction Employers' Association, Apprenticeship & Health & Welfare Trusts, and Construction Industry Safety Committees.

This deep involvement keeps us current on labor market trends, safety standards, certified payroll requirements, prevailing wage laws, and emerging legislation—enabling us to proactively meet compliance needs and deliver reliable, high-quality projects that exceed client expectations every time.

Our pre-construction team delivers critical early-phase expertise to optimize outcomes before groundbreaking. We collaborate closely with owners, architects, and engineers, leveraging our experienced project managers to perform in-depth reviews during schematic and design development phases.

• Conceptual Estimating & Cost Control — Accurate early-stage cost models using historical data, current market surveys, and daily labor/material tracking.
• Constructability Reviews — Analyze designs for buildability, identifying field challenges, sequencing issues, and opportunities for simplification.
• Value Engineering & Cost Savings — Systematically evaluate alternatives during design development to maintain or improve function while reducing costs.
• Scheduling Development — Using Oracle Primavera P6, we develop realistic master schedules integrating all project phases from design through warranty management.
• Logistics Planning — Detailed site logistics including access, staging, material delivery, crane placement, and traffic management.
• Permitting Assistance — Navigate regulatory requirements, prepare applications, and expedite approvals.
• Subcontractor Pre-Qualification — Rigorous evaluation of trade partners for experience, safety records, financial stability, and references.

Through early collaborative involvement, we uncover significant cost savings, accelerate schedules, mitigate risks, enhance design quality, and establish a strong foundation for smoother, more predictable construction.

Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc. self-performs a wide range of critical scopes in-house with our own skilled crews, providing direct control over the most essential elements of the project:

• All Layout & Surveying — Precise field layout, staking, and verification.
• Structural Excavation — Site preparation including digging footings, foundations, and trenches.
• Forming, Placing, & Pouring Foundations & Structural Concrete — Complete formwork setup, rebar placement, concrete pouring, and finishing.
• Wood Framing — Rough framing of walls, floors, roofs, and structural elements.
• Finish Carpentry — Detailed trim work, baseboards, crown molding, casing, and custom millwork.
• Installation of Doors & Hardware — Precise hanging, alignment, and hardware fitting.
• All General Condition Requirements — Site management including safety, hoisting, cleanup, temporary power, dust control, and all temporary facilities.

We prioritize self-performing these foundational items because they are essential to project success—ensuring accurate layout, true/plumb walls, and precise execution that sets the stage for flawless installation of subsequent finish trades.

We are deeply committed to environmentally responsible building and have delivered numerous LEED-certified projects, integrating green strategies that reduce environmental impact while enhancing performance and long-term value:

• Energy Modeling — Detailed simulations to optimize building envelope, HVAC, lighting, and renewables for maximum energy efficiency.
• Material Selection — Products with high recycled content, regional sourcing, low embodied carbon, and low-VOC materials.
• Waste Management Planning — Comprehensive diversion strategies targeting 75%+ landfill diversion.
• Water Efficiency Measures — Low-flow fixtures, rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, and smart irrigation.
• Commissioning Services — Thorough functional performance testing and verification of all building systems.

Our sustainable approach consistently achieves high-performance buildings that meet or exceed LEED certification standards, lower lifecycle costs, minimize environmental footprint, and deliver healthier, more resilient spaces.

At Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc., safety is our top priority. We maintain one of the lowest Experience Modification Rates (EMR) in the industry—clear evidence of our effective, proactive approach to preventing incidents and protecting people.

• Leadership & Oversight — Dedicated Safety Director leads the program, conducts regular jobsite visits, and participates in CEA's Safety Forum.
• Ongoing Education — Periodic safety discussions with PMs, Superintendents, and Foremen, cascaded to field crews through mandatory weekly "toolbox" meetings.
• New Employee Integration — All new hires receive an in-depth review of the Lathrop Safety Policy followed by close supervision and mentoring.
• Safety Rewards Program — Generous rewards program recognizing and incentivizing safe behavior.
• Subcontractor Enforcement — Weekly on-site safety meetings with all subcontractors; full CAL/OSHA compliance required and enforced.

Through strong leadership, continuous training, accountability at every level, and a proven track record of low EMR and incident-free performance, we create environments where people return home safely every day.

Our comprehensive quality assurance program ensures exceptional craftsmanship and compliance through structured processes and advanced tools. True quality control begins with the workmanship of individual trade members. We staff our projects with trained union personnel and are signatory to various union agreements covering our work.

• Detailed Planning — Thorough QA plans, checklists, and protocols tailored to project specifications before work begins.
• Mock-ups — Full-scale samples of critical elements to verify design intent, materials, and workmanship standards.
• Material Testing — Independent testing of concrete, steel, soil, and other materials.
• Regular Inspections — Systematic field inspections at key milestones with documented observations and corrective actions.
• Punch List Management — Digital tracking of incomplete or deficient work items for efficient resolution.
• Client Walkthroughs — Structured owner walkthroughs at substantial completion and final acceptance.

This disciplined approach—rooted in individual craftsmanship, careful trade partner selection, precise coordination, and union-trained personnel—minimizes defects, reduces rework, and consistently delivers high-quality, durable, client-satisfying outcomes.

We offer a full range of proven project delivery methods, tailoring the approach to best align with each client's goals, timeline, budget, and risk tolerance:

• Design-Bid-Build (Traditional) — Sequential process providing clear separation of roles and cost certainty through competitive bidding.
• Design-Build (DB) — Single entity handles both design and construction under one contract, promoting faster delivery and reduced change orders.
• Multi-Prime — Owner contracts with project vendors directly.
• Lease-Leaseback (LLB) — A public project delivery method enabling early collaboration and eventual full ownership by the public entity.
• Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) — CM provides preconstruction services then guarantees a maximum price, sharing risk and incentives for cost savings.
• Construction Manager as Agent (Owner's Rep) — CM acts as the owner's independent advisor, managing the project without taking financial risk.

By partnering closely with clients, we evaluate project requirements and recommend the most suitable delivery method—ensuring alignment, efficiency, risk management, and the best possible results.

Our principals have been actively involved with the Construction Employers' Association (CEA) for over 25 years, supporting union-signatory contractors in Northern California. Through this partnership, we collaborate closely on:

• Contract Negotiations — Participating directly in master labor agreement negotiations with the Carpenters' Union (including Carpenters 46 Northern California) and Laborers' Unions.
• Dispute Resolution & Grievances — Engaging in effective resolution processes involving all unions, union subcontractors, and non-union subcontractors.

Throughout our company's history, we have successfully navigated challenging labor situations—including strikes, settlements, jurisdictional disputes, and dual-gate operations—always achieving positive outcomes.

This deep, long-term commitment to the CEA and proactive labor relations demonstrates our dedication to industry leadership, stable workforce environments, and reliable project delivery.

We provide flexible Construction Management (CM) services in both at-risk and agency models:

• At-Risk CM — We assume financial responsibility with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), absorbing overruns while sharing potential savings for aligned incentives and cost certainty.
• Agency CM — We act purely as the owner's advisor and representative, providing independent oversight without taking cost or schedule risk.

Our experienced CM team delivers comprehensive preconstruction and execution support, including budgeting, detailed scheduling, subcontractor procurement, constructability reviews, value engineering, and robust project controls.

Whether at-risk or agency, our services empower owners to achieve their goals—delivering projects on budget, on schedule, with high quality, reduced risks, and maximized value.

We offer flexible contracting models and full-scope oversight to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards:

• Lump Sum — Fixed-price contracts providing cost certainty for well-defined scopes.
• Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) — Caps the owner's maximum financial exposure while allowing shared savings incentives.
• Cost-Plus — Transparent reimbursement of actual costs plus a fee, suitable for complex or evolving projects.

We manage every phase—from mobilization and permitting through construction, subcontractor coordination, schedule adherence, cost control, quality assurance, and project closeout.

We implement proven lean construction practices to maximize value, minimize waste, and improve project performance:

• Last Planner System — Collaborative planning where frontline crews commit to reliable, executable work packages.
• Pull Planning — Backward scheduling from milestones to identify what work truly needs to be done when.
• Weekly Work Planning — Detailed lookahead and commitment meetings to make work ready and track constraints.
• Constraint Removal — Systematic identification and elimination of roadblocks before they impact execution.
• Continuous Improvement — Ongoing kaizen-style reviews learning from each cycle to drive incremental gains.

These lean practices enhance schedule reliability, reduce waste, foster stronger collaboration, and consistently deliver safer, more predictable, and higher-value project outcomes.

We maintain rigorous, proactive processes for shop drawings, procurement, and purchasing to ensure seamless coordination, timely delivery, and cost efficiency:

• Shop Drawing Review — Thoroughly reviewed by on-site management before submission to Architect and Owner. Internal review identifies coordination opportunities between trades early.
• Material Procurement Coordination — Field staff lead procurement efforts with direct, ongoing contact with material suppliers to confirm delivery schedules.
• Shipping & Routing Monitoring — Active monitoring of product routing to anticipate delays and minimize jobsite disruptions.
• Centralized Purchasing — All purchasing directed from our Benicia office, leveraging quantity discounts across multiple projects for significant cost savings.

These integrated processes enable effective trade coordination, reliable material flow, minimized schedule risks, and meaningful cost advantages, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and on budget.

We deliver comprehensive Building Information Modeling (BIM) services to optimize projects across design, construction, and operations:

• Model Coordination — Federate multi-disciplinary models into a single, clash-free source of truth.
• Clash Detection — Identify and resolve conflicts early to avoid costly on-site rework.
• Quantity Takeoff — Generate accurate, automated material quantities for reliable procurement and cost control.
• 4D/5D Integration — Link 3D models to schedules (4D) and cost data (5D) for real-time budgeting and forecasting.
• As-built Modeling — Produce accurate BIM models reflecting final constructed conditions.
• Facility Management Handover — Deliver structured, FM-ready asset data for efficient building operations and maintenance.

Our BIM processes drive better decisions, stronger team coordination, and fewer field conflicts—reducing risks, costs, rework, and delays while delivering greater value throughout the project lifecycle.

We integrate cutting-edge tools to boost efficiency, accuracy, and communication across our projects:

• Drones for Site Surveys & Progress Monitoring — High-resolution aerial data for accurate site mapping, volume calculations, and real-time progress tracking.
• 360° Reality Capture — Panoramic imaging for virtual walkthroughs, issue identification, and historical records.
• Field Tablets with Real-Time Plan Access — Instant access to the latest drawings, models, and updates directly on-site.
• Mobile Project Management Apps — Seamless task tracking, communication, RFIs, punch lists, and collaboration among field and office teams.
• Digital Quality Control Tools — Streamlined inspections, checklists, photo documentation, and reporting.

These technologies drive greater onsite efficiency, minimize rework, and improve communication among all stakeholders—resulting in safer, faster, and more cost-effective project delivery.

Our Project Managers oversee all office and field personnel while serving as the primary point of coordination with Owners and design professionals. We utilize Procore for streamlined project administration — managing daily reports, contract management, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and all project documentation.

Regular jobsite meetings involving the Owner, Architect/Engineer, and Project Manager foster clear communication and proactive issue resolution. Subcontractors are included when needed to accelerate conflict resolution.

Field supervision is led by our dedicated on-site Superintendent. Our experienced team leverages Oracle Primavera P6 to develop accurate, comprehensive schedules encompassing:

• Pre-construction — design development, document preparation, agency approvals, bidding, and contract awards
• Construction phase — detailed sequencing of trades, submittals, procurement, and execution
• Project closeout — final testing, commissioning, and punch list completion

Scheduling is a cornerstone of our PM approach at LCA. We treat it as a dynamic communication tool—updated monthly across all projects—with automatic generation of three-week look-ahead schedules, master project timelines, manpower utilization, and cost-loaded progress reports distributed electronically to keep the entire project team informed.