Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Partners for Healthcare, Education & Commercial Projects
At CDG Builders, we exist to positively impact lives through purposeful construction. Founded in 2008, our mission focuses on building for today while enhancing communities for future generations. Our culture thrives on trust, work ethic, and passion for creating innovative spaces that bring life to workplaces. We approach every project with meticulous planning, measuring twice before cutting once, ensuring quality execution from start to finish. Our team operates as a family, united by shared values and a commitment to client satisfaction. Through strategic partnerships and open communication, we deliver complex projects on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety standards.With decades of combined experience, our leadership team specializes in commercial, healthcare, and life science construction, maintaining a client-first approach that has earned 74% repeat business. We continuously leverage lessons learned to improve processes, expand capabilities, and take on increasingly sophisticated projects that transform communities. Our success stems from placing the right people in the right roles, empowering individuals to grow professionally while serving a greater purpose through construction.
Services
Commercial Construction
Healthcare Facilities
Higher Education
Life Science
Senior Living
Project Management
Safety Compliance
Design-Assist Services
Risk Mitigation
Value Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialized construction experience across multiple sectors
- Our team includes certified professionals with OSHPD compliance expertise
- We maintain a 0.74 EMR rating for superior safety program adherence
- 74% of our business comes from repeat clients through trusted relationships
- We implement continuous improvement processes from project lessons learned
Associations and certifications
- ISNetworld
Services
Commercial Construction
We deliver innovative commercial spaces that enhance workplace environments. Our expertise spans corporate offices, retail centers, and industrial facilities. Clients benefit from our meticulous planning process and 18 years of experience creating functional, future-ready developments.
Healthcare Facilities
Specializing in acute and non-acute healthcare construction, we build hospitals, clinics, and medical office buildings. Our OSHPD-compliant projects prioritize patient safety and operational efficiency. With 19+ years of complex project experience, we meet stringent healthcare industry standards.
Life Science
We construct pharmaceutical, biotech, and research facilities requiring specialized environments. Our team implements cGMP protocols and maintains strict contamination controls. With expertise in aerospace and manufacturing sectors, we create spaces that support scientific innovation and regulatory compliance.
Senior Living
We build independent living, assisted living, and memory care facilities designed for comfort and safety. Our projects incorporate universal design principles and modern amenities. Through collaborative partnerships, we create environments that enhance residents' quality of life.
Higher Education
We construct educational facilities for public and private institutions. Our projects include classrooms, laboratories, and administrative spaces that support modern learning environments. With a focus on sustainability and functionality, we help institutions expand their capacity for student success.
People
Greg Horvath
Principal
Founded CDG Builders in 2008 with 18+ years industry experience. Recognized for attention to detail and historic projects. Committed to team growth and client relationships through quality construction.
Josh Maes
Project Executive
19+ years leading complex multimillion-dollar projects. Expert in OSHPD compliance, budget forecasting, and risk mitigation. Focuses on strategic planning and client-first solutions for aggressive timeline projects.
Chris DeFazio
Principal
Construction industry professional since age 13 with 13+ years at CDG Builders. Maintains company's family culture while driving authentic leadership and open communication practices across projects.
Eric Halm
Director of Business Development
27+ years AEC industry experience with architecture credentials. Manages business growth strategies and industry relationships. Holds leadership roles in professional organizations including AIA OC Healthcare Committee.
Matt Bukowiecki
General Superintendent
30+ years construction experience including electrical and safety leadership. Oversees company safety programs and jobsite hazard analysis. Implements protocols for cGMP compliance and risk mitigation.
Questions
What construction sectors does CDG Builders specialize in?
We specialize in commercial, healthcare, higher education, life science, and senior living construction projects across California.
How long has CDG Builders been in business?
CDG Builders was founded in 2008 by Greg Horvath, with our leadership team collectively holding over 100 years of construction experience.
What safety standards does CDG Builders maintain?
We maintain an EMR rating of 0.74 with comprehensive safety programs including cGMP protocols and jobsite hazard analysis.
How does CDG Builders approach client relationships?
We build relationships through communication, trust, and exceptional work, with 74% of our business coming from repeat clients.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Orange County (51%), Los Angeles (40%), and surrounding California regions including San Diego and Riverside counties.
