Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Concrete Contractors in San Diego Since 1958
Founded in 1958, Concrete Contractors Interstate (CCI) has established itself as a leader in structural concrete, general engineering, and decorative site work across California. Our team combines over six decades of experience with patented innovations like the Fast Tilt Retaining Wall System to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions. With a focus on safety, integrity, and continuous improvement, we serve commercial, multi-residential, and civil projects, offering turnkey services from foundations to street improvements.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our award-winning work, including projects like the Pacific Gate development and Esencia Sports Park. Backed by a culture of transparency and client collaboration, we prioritize code compliance, aesthetic precision, and timely delivery. As a family-owned business since our inception in Colorado, we maintain deep ties to the communities we serve, ensuring every project meets both technical and artistic standards.
Services
Structural Concrete
Decorative Site Work
General Engineering
Retaining Walls
Site Concrete
Concrete Repair
Turnkey Street Improvements
Architectural Concrete
Precast Concrete
Fast Tilt System
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of expertise in structural and decorative concrete solutions.
- Our patented Fast Tilt Retaining Wall System accelerates project timelines by 30%.
- Fully bonded and insured with a 100% compliance record for building codes.
- Award-winning team specializing in complex commercial and civil infrastructure projects.
- Comprehensive turnkey services from design to execution with zero hidden fees.
Services
Structural Concrete
We provide structural concrete solutions for commercial and civil projects, including foundations, podium decks, and architectural structures. Our team ensures precise code compliance and durability while meeting tight deadlines. Clients benefit from our ability to handle complex retrofits and new constructions with equal expertise.
Fast Tilt Retaining Wall
Our patented Fast Tilt system offers tilt-up retaining walls that save 90% wood usage versus traditional methods. Ideal for soil retention, flood control, and coastal protection, it combines speed with customizable aesthetics through stamping, scoring, or mosaic finishes.
Decorative Site Work
We specialize in decorative concrete enhancements like colored finishes, exposed aggregate, and stamped patterns. Our work appears in high-end developments such as Savina by Bosa, where we integrated pool decks and decorative flatwork to elevate property value.
General Engineering
Our general engineering division handles turnkey street improvements, grading, and utility installations. We collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure projects like traffic control systems and multi-use parks meet safety and environmental standards.
Precast Concrete
We fabricate precast concrete elements including hollow core planks, stairs, and security bollards. This method reduces on-site labor costs while maintaining precision, ideal for projects requiring rapid assembly without compromising structural integrity.
People
Russ Baumgartner
CEO
Russ Baumgartner founded CCI's California division in 1987 after earning a civil engineering degree from Colorado State University. He holds multiple patents, including the Fast Tilt Retaining Wall System, and has led over 500 concrete projects across California.
Jo Baumgartner
VP Business Development
Jo Baumgartner oversees business growth strategies and process innovation at CCI. With over 30 years in the industry, she focuses on integrating emerging technologies to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
Nick Geraldo
President
Nick Geraldo manages daily operations and project execution. He has directed over $100M in concrete contracts, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality benchmarks for both public and private sector clients.
Tom Shepherd
General Superintendent
Tom Shepherd supervises field operations with 25+ years of hands-on construction experience. He ensures safety protocols and technical specifications are rigorously followed across all job sites, from podium decks to retaining walls.
Dave Peterson
Project Manager
Dave Peterson coordinates client communications and project logistics. He specializes in complex developments like the $6M 450 B Street office complex, delivering structural concrete solutions within aggressive timelines.
Questions
What concrete services does CCI specialize in?
CCI offers structural concrete, decorative site work, general engineering, precast concrete, and patented Fast Tilt Retaining Wall Systems for commercial, multi-residential, and civil projects.
How does the Fast Tilt Retaining Wall System work?
Fast Tilt uses horizontal casting and tilt-up methods to build retaining walls 30% faster with 90% less wood, allowing decorative finishes and reduced material costs.
Which areas does CCI serve?
CCI operates statewide in California, with projects in San Diego County, Rancho Mission Viejo, Laguna Beach, and surrounding regions.
Is CCI licensed and insured?
Yes, CCI holds California Contractor's License #530842 and is fully bonded and insured for all projects.
What sets CCI apart from other concrete contractors?
CCI combines 60+ years of experience with patented technology, in-house engineering, and a 100% code compliance record for unmatched quality and reliability.
