Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Services in Bakersfield, CA
Founded in 1950 by Henry Wallace and Earl Smith, Wallace, Smith has grown into a trusted full-service construction firm serving California and Nevada. Our employee-owned structure fosters a culture of accountability and shared success, with decades of expertise in commercial, industrial, institutional, agricultural, and aerospace construction. We specialize in wood-framed, concrete tilt-up, masonry, steel-framed, and pre-engineered steel projects, maintaining licenses in both California (CA Lic. #481999) and Nevada (NV Lic. #80260). Our team collaborates closely with clients, architects, and subcontractors to deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to unique project needs, from concept to completion. With a focus on innovation and technology, we execute complex projects including turnkey factories, LEED-certified buildings, and fast-track design-build deliveries.Our commitment to safety excellence is embedded in every project, supported by proactive protocols, comprehensive training, and real-time hazard reporting. As an authorized representative for CBC Steel Buildings, we combine industry-leading resources with personalized service to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. Our Central Valley roots run deep, complemented by a 2022 expansion to a Central Coast office in Santa Barbara. From small-scale renovations to large industrial facilities, we prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, risk mitigation, and adherence to schedules and budgets. With over 70 years of collective experience, our leadership team ensures every project reflects our core values: passion for building, unwavering quality, and safety-first principles.
Services
Pre-Construction Services
Design/Build Delivery
General Contracting
Fast Track Construction
LEED Green Building
Safety Management
Commercial Construction
Industrial Construction
Aerospace Projects
Multi-Family Housing
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, and aerospace construction.
- Our team collaborates with clients from concept to completion for tailored solutions.
- We specialize in LEED-certified green building projects with proven energy efficiency.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and shared commitment to excellence.
- We implement proactive safety protocols exceeding state and federal compliance standards.
Services
Pre-Construction Services
We define critical project phases through site assessments, conceptual budgets, and feasibility studies. Our team provides constructability reviews and detailed schedules to align with client goals. This early collaboration ensures cost control and timely execution across design-build or traditional bid-build models.
Design/Build Delivery
Our single-source approach combines design and construction under one contract. Cloud-based collaboration and weekly meetings streamline decision-making. This method reduces timelines by 30-40% while maintaining quality through real-time value engineering and transparent bidding processes for commercial and industrial clients.
LEED Green Building
We specialize in energy-efficient LEED-certified projects with lifecycle cost analysis and waste diversion programs. Our team coordinates material compliance and documentation for USGBC certification. This service delivers reduced operational costs and environmental impact for clients in the Central Valley and beyond.
Safety Management
Our proactive safety framework includes hazard assessments, OSHA-compliant training, and real-time incident reporting. Subcontractor oversight ensures adherence to strict protocols. This approach has resulted in a 50% reduction in workplace incidents over the past decade compared to industry averages.
Multi-Family Housing
We develop residential communities like Park Square at Seven Oaks with modern amenities and efficient layouts. Our expertise covers 14+ projects totaling 2,000+ units, incorporating concrete tilt-up and wood-framed construction methods while meeting local zoning requirements and sustainability standards.
People
Bart Wallace
Partner
Third-generation leader with 40+ years in commercial construction. Oversees project strategy and client relations while maintaining the company's founding commitment to quality craftsmanship and safety excellence.
Paul Cooper
Partner
Joined the firm in 1989 and became partner in 2008. Manages operational efficiency and technological integration across industrial and aerospace projects, leveraging 35+ years of construction management expertise.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide pre-construction planning, design-build, general contracting, LEED-certified building, and safety management services for commercial, industrial, and multi-family housing projects.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1950, with three generations of leadership and 70+ years of combined experience across 1,000+ completed projects in California and Nevada.
Are you LEED-certified?
Yes, we've completed Bakersfield's first LEED-certified buildings and implement sustainable practices including energy-efficient design and waste diversion programs.
What safety measures do you implement?
We enforce proactive hazard assessments, OSHA-compliant training, real-time incident reporting, and subcontractor safety audits to maintain industry-leading safety standards on all job sites.
Do you work outside California?
While headquartered in Bakersfield, we hold Nevada licenses and have completed projects across the Southwest, including aerospace facilities and industrial complexes.
