Build With Purpose.
We bring clarity to complexity, lead with intention, and deliver outcomes that matter.
See What Purpose Looks Like ↓
This is how we build.
We build with purpose. We speak up early. We solve before we start. We plan hard, build smart, and own the result. Every team, every project, every time.
It’s how we build trust, deliver well, and keep them coming back.
OUR SERVICES
Complex Projects.
Clear Outcomes.
Explore how we bring solutions, structure, and success to every build—through trust, teamwork, and thoughtful execution.
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We take ownership of projects, blending technical excellence, disciplined oversight, and trusted trade partnerships which turn complex visions into reality.
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Pankow doesn’t just price projects—we make sure they’re ready to be built. By engaging early with clients, designers, and trade partners, we align budgets with real-world design and schedule constraints.
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Pankow helps you choose the right delivery method to fit your project, your goals, and your team. From traditional to fully integrated models, we guide owners toward faster timelines, smarter decisions, and greater project certainty.
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Rooted in our founder’s Master Builder philosophy, our self-perform team brings hands-on expertise, skilled leadership, and a forward-thinking approach to every project.
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Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) at Pankow is about foresight, not flash. We model early to detect conflicts, align decisions, and give your project the best possible path forward.
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Pankow is committed to extending the horizon on building value through sustainable practices.
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Metropolis R3 Tower
Los Angeles, CA
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49 S. Van Ness
San Francisco, CA
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The Park Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
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Los Angeles Mission College
Los Angeles, CA
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Van Ness Medical Office Building
San Francisco, CA
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West Hollywood EDITION
West Hollywood, CA
Building what matters for clients, communities, and the people who make it happen.
From civic to healthcare, seismic retrofits to ground-up builds—we know complexity inside and out. Across sectors and scales, our projects reflect deep collaboration, thoughtful solutions, and outcomes that last.
FEATURED PROJECTS
Purpose-led projects. Thoughtful solutions.
“The SF War Memorial was an extremely complex and comprehensive seismic, building system and envelope upgrade to a nationally-recognized historic resource. Pankow Builders delivered the project with amazing competence, professionalism and success.”
— Patricia Solis , Senior Architect/Section Manager, City and County od San Francisco
MARKET SECTOR SPOTLIGHT
Small Projects.
Big Expectations.
The Right Fit for Fast-Moving Work.
From tenant improvements and seismic upgrades to repairs and retrofits, Pankow has a dedicated Small Projects Team to deliver fast-moving projects with precision and care—especially in complex or occupied spaces.
You’ll get early input, thoughtful planning, and the same trusted Pankow delivery—scaled to fit your project, and your pace.
Time Tested. Trusted. Called Back.
WHAT MAKES PANKOW DIFFERENT?
PANKOW AT-A-GLANCE
Clients who return. People who stay. Projects that deliver on the promise.
Craft recognized. Excellence awarded.
Craft Recognized. Excellence Awarded.
CULTURE & CAREERS
How we work together sets us apart.
We build careers, connections, and a culture people are proud to be part of—because how we work together matters just as much as what we build.
HEAR FROM OUR TEAM
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At Pankow, we live our values and uphold our standards not just behind the scenes, but in full view, personally and professionally. We build and become better every day.
- Manny Maravilla, Project Engineer
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My favorite part of any project comes at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, when I get to hear directly from community members about how the new space will support their lives, their work, and their future.
- Stacey Toguchi, Senior Project Manager
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Our Preconstruction team thrives on flexibility and a culture of collaboration. We stay responsive to our clients by focusing not only on ‘how much,’ but also on ‘what if.'
- Alex Pittman, Sr. Precon Manager
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As a project engineer, I find the greatest satisfaction not just in solving technical challenges, but in understanding how each business unit contributes to our firm's success.
- Xavier Wilson, Project Engineer
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We self-perform much of our work which gives us insight on how buildings go together, how to coordinate and sequence the various trades and how to install a quality product for our clients.
- Aaron Shay, Senior Superintendent
CONCRETE THAT DELIVERS MORE.
For 60+ years, we’ve self-performed concrete with a focus on craftsmanship, precision, and accountability you can see in every pour. Now we’re bringing that same control, speed, and certainty to GCs and owners who want more from their concrete partner.
NEWS & INSIGHTS
We’re Breaking Ground, Together
The people, ideas, and work shaping our future—and the industry’s.
CULTURE & CAREERS
How We Work Together Sets Us Apart
At Pankow, people don’t just join the team, they grow here. From the jobsite to the office, we build with respect, accountability, and connection. It’s why our people stay, and why our culture continues to evolve with purpose.
