Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Construction Partner in Santa Barbara & Ventura Counties
Founded in 1928, ANDERSON Construction has established itself as a premier commercial contractor serving Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Our expertise spans ground-up construction, tenant improvements, and specialized projects including pharmaceutical clean rooms, laboratories, and industrial facilities. With over 90 years of combined experience, our team prioritizes client needs through innovative solutions that optimize time and budget efficiency. We employ a design-build approach that streamlines project delivery from concept to completion. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our work with industry leaders in life sciences, automotive, and advanced technology sectors. The company maintains rigorous safety standards through its Perfect Safety Program while delivering projects that meet exacting FDA compliance requirements.Our leadership team brings decades of hands-on construction experience, including roles on landmark projects like the Getty Museum and Toyota facilities. We emphasize continuous professional development through partnerships with institutions like UC Irvine and membership in organizations such as the American Society of Professional Estimators. Client testimonials highlight our proactive problem-solving, transparent communication, and ability to complete complex projects within schedule and budget constraints. This legacy of excellence positions us as a trusted partner for commercial construction needs across Southern California.
Services
Design-Build Construction
Pre-Construction Planning
General Contracting
Facilities Maintenance
Construction Management
Pharmaceutical Clean Rooms
Tenant Improvements
Industrial Facilities
Automotive Dealerships
Life Sciences Projects
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- Over 90 years of combined construction experience with specialized expertise in pharmaceutical facilities
- Proven design-build methodology that streamlines project delivery
- Client testimonials highlighting proactive problem-solving and timely completion
- Certified Professional Estimator (C.P.E.) credentials for accurate project planning
- Perfect Safety Program exceeding OSHA compliance standards
Associations and certifications
- American Concrete Institute
- American Society of Professional Estimators
- International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers
- Structural Engineers of Southern California
What people say
Proactive problem-solving
Timely project completion
Professional team members
Excellent communication
Superior quality work
Services
Design-Build Construction
Our integrated design-build approach delivers complete construction solutions from concept to occupancy. This methodology streamlines project timelines by combining design and construction phases under one contract. Clients benefit from single-point accountability and cost efficiencies through early collaboration between architects, engineers, and construction teams.
Pharmaceutical Clean Rooms
We construct ISO-certified clean rooms meeting FDA compliance standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Our expertise includes contamination control systems, validated HVAC infrastructure, and specialized construction materials that maintain environmental integrity during both construction and operational phases for life sciences clients.
Pre-Construction Planning
Our pre-construction services include detailed estimating, scheduling, and feasibility analysis to establish realistic project parameters. We identify potential challenges early through 3D modeling and constructability reviews, ensuring accurate budget forecasting and risk mitigation before breaking ground.
Industrial Facility Construction
We build specialized industrial facilities including automotive dealerships, advanced technology centers, and production plants. Our experience covers complex infrastructure requirements, heavy equipment integration, and compliance with industrial safety standards while maintaining strict project timelines.
Construction Management At-Risk
Our CMAR delivery method provides guaranteed maximum price contracts with full transparency. We assume financial risk for cost overruns while maintaining collaborative relationships with subcontractors to ensure quality control and project efficiency.
People
Larry Anderson
President, CEO
Third-generation construction leader with 45+ years in the industry. Former tradesman turned CEO, specializing in complex commercial projects. Holds C.P.E. certification and teaches construction estimating at UC Irvine. Directed major projects for Disney, Toyota, and Amgen.
Justin Louie
Executive Vice President
Oversees operations and project execution. Coordinates between project teams and clients to ensure timely delivery within budget. Specializes in managing large-scale commercial developments and pharmaceutical facilities while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Steve Young
VP Field Operations
Manages field operations and implementation of safety protocols. Ensures completed projects meet architectural specifications. Oversees daily safety audits and maintains compliance with OSHA regulations across all active construction sites.
Teddi Penewell
Safety Director
Develops and implements safety programs exceeding industry standards. Conducts regular OSHA compliance audits and maintains documentation of safety protocol implementation across all projects in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
Michele Anderson
CFO
Manages financial operations and risk management strategies. Oversees budgeting for multi-million dollar projects and ensures financial compliance with state and federal regulations while maintaining fiscal responsibility for company resources.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial construction with expertise in pharmaceutical clean rooms, industrial facilities, automotive dealerships, and design-build projects across Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
How long has your company been in business?
Since 1928, with continuous family ownership since 1978 and over 90 years of combined construction experience in Southern California.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We focus exclusively on Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, including cities like Goleta, Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, and Calabasas.
What safety protocols do you implement?
Our Perfect Safety Program exceeds OSHA standards with daily site audits and comprehensive training for all field operations personnel.
How do you handle project changes or unexpected challenges?
Our proactive approach anticipates issues before they arise, with flexible solutions that maintain budget integrity while prioritizing client needs.
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Reviews (1)
Harrisjed
Nov 21, 2019
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Larry and his team are very reliable, capable, fairly priced and very easy to work with. We use them for building maintenance and general construction work and they've always been a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them!
