Business Details
Your Trusted Construction Partner in San Diego
Barnhart-Reese Construction is a family-owned business rooted in San Diego County's construction industry. With decades of collective experience, our leadership team has overseen iconic projects like Petco Park, the San Diego Convention Center Sails Pavilion, and Sharp Healthcare facilities. We specialize in general construction, design-build, and construction management services, serving public and private clients across civic, medical, educational, and commercial sectors.Our team's expertise spans multiple delivery methods, including Lease-Leaseback and Construction Management at Risk. As a proud member of the Associated General Contractors, we combine proven methodologies with innovative solutions to meet project goals in occupied and unoccupied environments. Our legacy of excellence continues through our commitment to quality, client collaboration, and community impact.
Services
General Construction
Design-Build Services
Construction Management
Tenant Improvements
LEED Certification
Project Estimation
Pre-Construction Planning
Concrete Work
Modernization Projects
Build-to-Suit Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in Southern California construction projects
- Our team specializes in multiple delivery methods including Design-Build and Lease-Leaseback
- We maintain LEED-certified professionals for sustainable construction solutions
- Our leadership includes former executives from San Diego's largest educational builder
- We're prequalified with major public agencies including San Diego Unified School District
Associations and certifications
- Associated General Contractors (AGC)
Services
Design-Build Services
Our design-build approach combines architectural vision with construction expertise under one contract. This method streamlines project timelines while maintaining quality control through coordinated design and construction phases. Clients benefit from single-point accountability and cost efficiencies.
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive construction management services from project inception to completion. Our team coordinates all aspects of construction, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders throughout the process.
Tenant Improvements
Specializing in commercial tenant improvements, we transform existing spaces to meet specific business needs. Our process includes space planning, code compliance, and interior build-outs while minimizing operational disruptions for occupied environments.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-certified professionals implement sustainable construction practices that reduce environmental impact. We guide clients through the certification process, incorporating energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials to achieve green building standards.
Pre-Construction Planning
We offer comprehensive pre-construction services including cost estimating, scheduling, and feasibility analysis. Our planning phase ensures all project requirements are clearly defined before construction begins, minimizing risks and optimizing resource allocation.
People
Douglas Barnhart
Chairman
Chairman of Barnhart-Reese Construction with 40+ years in San Diego's construction industry. Former CEO of the region's largest educational builder, overseeing projects like Petco Park and Sharp Healthcare facilities.
West Reese
CEO
DBIA-certified CEO with expertise in complex construction delivery methods. Leads strategic growth while maintaining the company's commitment to quality and client satisfaction across public and private sector projects.
Tamela Barnhart Reese
President
LEED AP-certified President driving sustainable construction initiatives. Oversees daily operations and project execution, ensuring adherence to the company's legacy of excellence in Southern California construction.
Chase Lowary
Project Executive
Senior project executive managing large-scale developments. Brings extensive experience in educational and civic projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance for complex construction initiatives.
Charles McArthur
Vice President
CCM-certified Vice President with dual expertise in construction management and design-build methodologies. Oversees project teams to deliver high-quality results across medical, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Questions
What construction delivery methods do you specialize in?
We specialize in Design-Build, Lease-Leaseback, Construction Management at Risk, and General Contracting methods to best meet client project requirements.
Are you qualified for public sector projects?
Yes, we're prequalified with major agencies including San Diego Unified School District, Sharp HealthCare, and California State University system.
Do you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we have LEED-certified professionals and completed multiple green building projects meeting sustainability standards.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southern California including San Diego, Imperial, and Riverside counties.
How do you handle occupied space renovations?
Our team specializes in tenant improvements for occupied environments, implementing phased construction to minimize operational disruptions.
What project sizes do you handle?
We manage projects of all scales from small tenant improvements to large-scale developments exceeding $100 million.
