Since launching in 2022, BuildIT Founders Day has been shaped by partners who show up not just as sponsors, but as active contributors to the community.  Jacobs has been one of those partners from the very beginning.  In 2023, Jacobs team member Vigor Lam stepped in to lead backstage operations to bring the program to life, while Chief Legal Officer Joanne Caruso and former Executive Vice President and Corporate Secretary Justin Johnson joined as a featured speaker. In 2024,

Up, Up and Away…   A virtual “fireside chat” with Harry Barrett, Jr., A.A.E. Executive Director of Aviation at the Palm Springs International Airport as he prepares to “take flight” for his new assignment as Assistant Director of the Sacramento County Department of Airports.   Friday, April 24, 2026 8:00 am to 8:45 am Via Zoom RSVP here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/P3zbBMxaTPu1b10QT1jq2w   Conversation points of interest in this informal discussion will include:

Join ACEC CA Bay Bridge Chapter, BuildIT, and CMAA Northern California Chapter for Owners' Night 2026 on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Metropolitan Transportation Commission Offices in San Francisco.
 Over 20 public agency owners from transportation, water resources, education, and infrastructure will be on-hand to discuss their CIP Programs. Previous years have had over 300 attendees to this must attend event for business development professionals, executive leaders,

BuildIT wishes to amplify the invitation from our Partners at Turner Construction and AECOM as they continue to build the momentum, and infrastructure, for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympic Games   Join us the planning group for “Building the 2028 Summer Games’ which is a dynamic event focused on small and local business engagement and procurement opportunities in construction and infrastructure.

The event will feature a panel of industry experts discussing the 2028 Summer

BuildIT was honored to be the Opening Night Sponsor of the 2026 Western Winter Workshop (WWW) Conference held at the Meritage Resort in Napa, CA. Over 350 people attended the reception including senior executives from public agencies such as Sound Transit , Los Angeles World Airports, San Francisco County Transportation Authority, Caltrans, Denver International Airport, Port of Long Beach, LA Metro, High Desert Corridor Joint Powers Authority, and Metrolink to name bu

BuildIT is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the ACEC Bay Bridge Chapter’s special event taking place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Marine’s Memorial Club in San Francisco.   This in-person event will feature the Transbay Joint Powers Authority’s Portal Director, Alfonso Rodriguez, who will provide information regarding the latest TJPA Capital Program Update with a specific focus on the $7.5 Billion Portal Program.   The Portal is the critical ‘missing link’ between the P

BuildIT invites you to join us for the Earl E. Gales Jr. and Sr. Memorial Golf Classic!   Get ready to tee off for the most anticipated event of the year – the 4th Annual EEG Jr & Sr Golf Tournament! We're thrilled to invite you to a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and, of course, some unforgettable golf action. Date: Friday, April 17 th , 2026 Location: Lakewood County Club, Lakewood, CA Tee-off Time: 1:00 PM - Shotgun Best Ball Scramble   This year promises to be b

BuildIT wishes to amplify the message, and invitation, from our partners at Hensel Phelps regarding their upcoming webinar focused on the new DBE Reevaluation processes that are rolling out across the United States   Wednesday, April 1, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Pacific)   Register today: https://files.hpcceastdiv.com/lite/form?formKey=YZGNRD0AXL0HB6A43X917CNDRGFU5ZMU&clientId=997 Learn more about the session The new DBE Interim Final Rule (IFR) has significantly changed how “

BuildIT hand-curated 55 top leaders from throughout the United States for its National Strategic Planning Session on Utility Engagement and Data Center Development, held on February 26, 2026, at the InterContinental Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles.   Grounded in the success of our Planning Sessions held in November 2025 in Jackson Hole, WY, yesterday’s discussions focused on:   How leading utility and private sector executives are turning unprecedented challenges into competit

We’re "stepping it up" for 2026! BuildIT is thrilled to return to the Western Winter Workshop (WWW) and we believe so strongly in the value of this conference, its leadership and attendees that we have ‘amped up’ our support to be the sole sponsor of the Opening Reception!   Where: The Meritage Hotel, Napa ValleyWhen: Wednesday, March 26 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM   Known for its legendary networking, the WWW brings together the brightest minds in capital program management. We inv

BuildIT is looking forward to welcoming subject matter experts from across the Unites States to discuss Utility Engagement and Data Center Development at our Strategic Planning Session on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the InterContinental Hotel in DTLA.    BuildIT’s leadership has carefully curated this gathering of industry leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities within the utility sector as we in the marketplace adjust to changes in policy direction, procureme

BuildIT wishes to congratulate and celebrate Terri Mestas, Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Sound Transit , as the inaugural Soaring Eagle Award recipient.   Presented by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Foundation , the Soaring Eagle Award honors visionary leadership that uplifts the A/E/C industry and inspires the next generation of STEM professionals. This prestigious national recognition celebrates individuals whose bold leadership, innovative thinking,

We are proud to highlight an upcoming event for one of our most cherished industry partners, COMTO, on the occasion of the launch of their San Diego Chapter.  This is your opportunity to meet the new Board which includes:   Adrienne Johnson, NCTD Emily Luster, ESQ, Luster National Emily Turner, Fehr & Peers Patrick Cola, NCTD Thet Htike, P.E. HNTB Vayakone Terry, Morgner   Thursday, February 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Brigantine Portside 1360 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, C

Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks , their defensive team, the 12s, Jody Allen, the front and back office staff, and the thousands of Associates, Friends, Collaborators and Partners we have in Seattle!  The grit, determination, focus and drive all combined for this magnificent win. The power of this team was on full display.   Wednesday’s Super Bowl Parade in downtown Seattle will give Sound Transit , WSDOT , Seattle Public Utilties , Seattle Department of Transportation

BuildIT wishes to celebrate our collaboration with Another Planet Entertainment in the “Re-Opening” of the historic, iconic, world-renowned, and 104-year-old Castro Theater.   You truly have to see it to believe it!   Beginning nearly four years ago, BuildIT signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Another Planet Entertainment’s (APE’s) Mary Conde to form a multi-year project management program that would not only open up opportunities to work on the nearly $41 m

BuildIT wishes to amplify the invitation from our partners at Clark Construction Group  as they continue to make progress on the LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) Refresh project. Clark Construction remains committed to building a strong, diverse team of local trade partners and they are hosting an outreach session to share the latest project updates and provide a deeper look at upcoming bidding opportunities. Whether you’ve joined Clark Construction before or are

Join BuildIT, CMAA Northern California and the ACEC Bay Bridge Chapter for Owners' Night 2026 on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Metropolitan Transportation Commission Offices in San Francisco.   Over 20 public agency owners from transportation, water resources, education, and infrastructure will be on-hand to discuss their CIP Programs.   Previous years have had over 300 attendees to this must attend event for business development professionals, executive leaders, and AE

Each year BuildIT’s family and friends gather at the iconic Tonga Lounge at the infamous Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco prior to ascending to the AGC of California’s Annual Installation and Awards Gala.  This year’s BuildIT ‘Class Photo’ can barely capture all the people who joined us to toast the AGC of California’s Leadership, Staff, Honorees and Winners.   The AGC of California masterfully captured ‘lightning in a bottle’ with this ‘sold out’ event.  The vibe throughout

Join BuildIT, our Associates, Industry Partners, Sponsors and Honorees on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco for FOUNDERS DAY 2026!  This year’s theme of “THRIVE” was developed from our November 2025 National Strategic Planning Session in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and represents our commitment to building infrastructure, opportunity, and quality jobs within the AEC industries throughout the West Coast, North America, and around the Globe!   Our signature F

At many periods in the history of the United States the importance of transatlantic relationships are critical.  BuildIT wishes to acknowledge our incredibly strong, and resilient, collaboration with our colleagues at Freehold , which is based in London, England with chapters across the United Kingdom (UK).   Freehold is the premier industry association dedicated to LGBT real estate professionals and allies working within the real estate sector throughout the UK. Since their