Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Bay Area Construction Solutions
Rockaway Construction has been solving construction headaches for Bay Area property professionals since 2000. We specialize in tenant improvements and renovations for commercial and multifamily properties, handling every detail from permits to completion. Our in-house team of master craftsmen ensures quality control while minimizing disruption to tenants through strategic scheduling and advanced containment systems. With 25+ years of local expertise, we serve San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Peninsula, and East Bay areas, maintaining an excellent safety record and commitment to regulatory compliance.Our proactive communication approach keeps clients informed throughout projects, and our self-performing model allows direct control over quality, schedules, and site conduct. We focus on delivering predictable results for property owners and managers who demand reliability in complex construction environments.
Services
Commercial Tenant Improvement
Multifamily Renovations
Health Care Construction
Facility Carpentry Maintenance
Construction Management
Office Buildouts
Unit Turnovers
Common Area Upgrades
Permit Processing
Project Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of Bay Area construction expertise with deep local code knowledge
- In-house master craftsmen self-perform critical work for better quality control
- Specialists in occupied building renovations with minimal tenant disruption
- Single-source accountability from permits through project completion
- Proactive communication aligned with client reporting requirements
Associations and certifications
- Licensed General Contractor #800576
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Responsive and skilled
Precision and professionalism
Reliable partner
Proactive communication
Services
Commercial Tenant Improvement
Complete office buildouts, retail space renovations, and commercial construction projects meeting lease requirements and deadlines. Our team handles all aspects from permits to punch lists while minimizing tenant disruption. Specializing in occupied building protocols across the Bay Area's corporate offices and commercial centers.
Multifamily Renovations
Unit turnovers, common area improvements, and property-wide renovations for multifamily housing. We implement strategic scheduling and containment systems to reduce tenant complaints while maintaining rental income. Services include kitchen/bathroom remodels, flooring installation, and exterior maintenance across Bay Area residential properties.
Health Care Construction
Specialized construction for medical, dental, and life sciences facilities requiring regulatory compliance. Our team handles precise execution of examination rooms, laboratories, and procedure areas while maintaining safety protocols. Experienced in OSHPD compliance and HIPAA-compliant design standards.
Facility Carpentry Maintenance
Ongoing carpentry services preserving property appearance through door/trim repair, millwork maintenance, and architectural feature restoration. Our preventative programs identify issues before they become costly problems, serving commercial and multifamily properties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Construction Management
Full-service project management from pre-construction through completion. Services include budget management, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and safety management. We provide regular progress reporting and handle all permitting requirements across Bay Area municipalities.
People
Sean Farr
Principal
With 25+ years in Bay Area construction, Sean oversees field operations and client relationships. He partners with major real estate firms to deliver complex projects while maintaining Rockaway's quality standards and safety record.
Sheena Fitzpatrick
Principal
Leading operations and business development since 2017, Sheena brings modern project management approaches to Rockaway's commercial and healthcare construction services while maintaining strong client relationships.
Vickie Banti
Executive Director, Business Development & Marketing
Driving strategic growth across tenant improvement and life sciences markets, Vickie leverages 15 years of construction industry experience and deep Bay Area property management connections to expand Rockaway's market presence.
James McGovern
Superintendent
Managing multifamily and commercial projects since 2009, James coordinates subcontractor schedules and city inspections while maintaining Rockaway's quality standards across all job sites in the Bay Area.
Don Song
Lead Estimator
With LEED Green Associate certification and 6+ years in construction, Don specializes in precise project take-offs, permit expediting, and ensuring accurate cost estimation for Rockaway's complex projects.
Questions
What Bay Area locations do you serve?
We serve the entire San Francisco Bay Area including San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Peninsula, East Bay, and surrounding communities.
How do you minimize disruption in occupied buildings?
We use strategic scheduling, professional communication, and advanced containment systems to minimize noise, dust, and access issues during construction.
What's included in your project management services?
Complete oversight from permits through completion including subcontractor coordination, budget management, quality control, and regular progress reporting.
Can you work with our existing architects and designers?
Yes, we collaborate effectively with Bay Area design teams and provide constructability input to optimize budget and timeline.
How do you handle Bay Area permit requirements?
We manage all permit requirements across Bay Area municipalities and stay current on local building codes and regulatory requirements.
What makes you different from other Bay Area contractors?
Our master craftsmen self-perform most work, we take single-source accountability, and we have 25+ years of local expertise with professional communication standards.
