Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in Lancaster, CA
Gary Little Construction was established in 1989 by Gary & Debbie Little, evolving into Gary Little Construction, Inc. in 1995. As a self-performing general contractor, we specialize in commercial and industrial construction projects across Southern California. Our hands-on approach ensures quality control through self-performed concrete foundations, metal stud framing, and drywall services. With over 30 years of experience, we prioritize loyalty, humility, and a can-do attitude while maintaining a family-oriented environment that values continuous learning and long-term employment.Our team of skilled craftsmen delivers projects on time and within budget for major clients like Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, and Six Flags Magic Mountain. We emphasize value engineering to provide cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, supported by our LEED-certified expertise and award-winning track record. Our leadership team combines decades of administrative, financial, and field experience to ensure client satisfaction through transparent communication and meticulous project execution.
Services
General Contracting
Design-Build
Construction Management
Concrete Foundations
Metal Stud Framing
Drywall
LEED Certification
Value Engineering
Commercial Projects
Industrial Projects
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We self-perform 6 key trades for quality control and cost efficiency
- 30+ years of experience with major aerospace and entertainment clients
- Value engineering expertise reduces project costs by up to $1M
- Family-owned business with 90%+ repeat client retention rate
- Award-winning safety and quality standards since 1989
What people say
Outstanding performance
Completed ahead of schedule
Quality projects
Exceptional support
Award-winning standards
Services
General Contracting
We provide comprehensive general contracting services for commercial and industrial projects. Our hands-on approach ensures quality control through self-performed trades including concrete, drywall, and metal stud work. With LEED-certified expertise and 30+ years of experience, we deliver complex projects on time and within budget while maintaining open communication with clients throughout the process.
Design-Build
Our design-build solutions combine architectural design and construction under one contract. This streamlined approach reduces costs through value engineering while maintaining quality standards. We coordinate all aspects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client requirements and budget constraints for commercial, industrial, and LEED-certified projects.
Concrete Foundations
We specialize in constructing durable concrete foundations for commercial, industrial, and aerospace projects. Our in-house concrete crews handle everything from simple slabs to complex caisson foundations. This expertise extends to specialized applications like aircraft test stands and heavy machinery bases, ensuring structural integrity for demanding environments.
Metal Stud Framing
Our skilled craftsmen install precision metal stud framing and drywall systems for commercial interiors. This includes secure perimeter construction for sensitive areas and acoustic-rated partitions. We handle both standard applications and specialized requirements like SCIF construction, ensuring compliance with industry standards for soundproofing and security.
Value Engineering
We implement value engineering to reduce project costs without compromising quality. Our team analyzes designs to identify cost-saving alternatives while maintaining functional requirements. This approach has delivered $1M+ savings for clients through material substitutions, design modifications, and construction method improvements across industrial and commercial projects.
People
Karina Thompson
President
Karina Thompson leads Gary Little Construction as President, bringing 25+ years of administrative and construction industry experience. She transitioned from insurance to construction administration in 2012, leveraging her organizational skills to enhance company operations before becoming President in 2020.
Michael Thompson
Vice President
Michael Thompson serves as Vice President with 30+ years of construction experience. Starting as a laborer in 1991, he progressed through field roles to leadership positions, overseeing project management, estimating, and operations while maintaining hands-on construction expertise.
Michael Bernards
CFO
Michael Bernards joined Gary Little Construction in 2014, bringing construction management expertise from his family business. As CFO since 2020, he oversees financial operations while maintaining involvement in project scheduling and cost estimation for complex commercial developments.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We specialize in general contracting, design-build, and construction management for commercial, industrial, and LEED-certified projects. Our self-performed trades include concrete foundations, metal stud framing, and drywall installation.
How long have you served the construction industry?
Gary Little Construction has delivered construction solutions since 1989, with our team members collectively bringing over 100 years of construction experience across aerospace, entertainment, and commercial sectors.
Do you handle large-scale commercial projects?
Yes, we manage complex commercial projects up to 100,000+ sq. ft., including medical facilities, retail centers, and industrial complexes with specialized requirements like LEED certification and aerospace infrastructure.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southern California, with completed projects in Lancaster, Palmdale, Antelope Valley, and surrounding regions. Our team handles projects from $100K renovations to $50M+ new constructions.
How do you ensure project quality and budget adherence?
Through self-performed trades, value engineering, and experienced project management. We maintain quality control while delivering 95% of projects under budget through proactive cost management and efficient execution.
