R.D. Olson Construction

10/08/2026

Celebrating 5 Years with Jesse Peet!

Jesse began his journey with R.D. Olson Construction as a temporary laborer in the field and, through his hard work and dedication, has grown into his current role as Assistant Superintendent.

Over the past five years, he has contributed to several major projects, including Bolsa Row Apartments, SpringHill Suites Chula Vista, Element Hotel Mission Valley, and his current project, Rose Hill Courts Phase II. Of all the projects he has worked on, Jesse says the AC Hotel Pasadena remains his most memorable.

When asked why he enjoys working with R.D. Olson, Jesse shared: “When RDO says we’re not a company but a family, they truly mean it. The willingness to mentor and train younger employees with the goal of seeing us grow—not only as a company, but as individuals—is extremely motivating.”

Thank you, Jesse, for an amazing five years of dedication, growth, and teamwork. We’re proud to have you as part of the R.D. Olson family and look forward to seeing what the next five years bring. Congratulations on this milestone!

08/17/2026

🎉 Celebrating 35 Years of Excellence! 🎉

Today, we are proud to celebrate an incredible milestone: 35 years with R.D. Olson Construction for our Chief Financial Officer, Erika Urbani!

Thirty-five years ago, Erika walked through our doors with her résumé in hand and was hired on the spot as assistant to our founder, Bob Olson. What began as a single opportunity has evolved into a remarkable career marked by dedication, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our company's success.

Over the years, Erika has become an integral part of R.D. Olson, providing support across every aspect of our construction and development operations. Her knowledge, professionalism, and passion have helped shape the organization we are today.

Beyond her impressive accomplishments, Erika is a champion for everyone fortunate enough to work alongside her. She leads with kindness, supports others without hesitation, and brings an infectious laugh that can brighten even the busiest day.

Erika, thank you for 35 years of loyalty, leadership, and friendship. Your impact on R.D. Olson is immeasurable, and we are grateful for all you do.

Please join us in congratulating Erika on this extraordinary anniversary! 👏🎉

08/04/2026

Congratulations to Michael Chavez on 20 years with R.D. Olson Construction!

Mike began his career with us as a Project Engineer and has grown into his current role as Vice President of Construction & Project Management. Over the past two decades, he has played an important role in the successful completion of many major projects, including The Rancho Mission Viejo Community, Ladera Sports Center, Inn at the Mission Hotel, AC Hotel Wailea, and most recently, the Hilton Arcadia.

When asked about his most memorable project, Mike points to the Irvine Spectrum Marriott — a standout project in his impressive career. His favorite part about working at R.D. Olson Construction is the people he gets to work alongside every day.

Thank you, Mike, for your leadership, dedication, and 20 years of contributions to R.D. Olson Construction. Congratulations on this incredible milestone!

06/16/2026

Today, we’re celebrating Eduardo Paz on his 5-year anniversary with R.D. Olson Construction!

Eduardo began his career with R.D. Olson as a Project Engineer and has since grown into his current role as Assistant Project Manager. Over the past five years, he has contributed to several notable projects, including Las Flores Santa Monica, Emporia Place Ontario, and Rose Hills Courts Phase II. Of all the projects he has worked on, AC Hotel Pasadena stands out as his most memorable because it gave him the opportunity to be especially hands-on and adapt quickly throughout the process.

When asked what he enjoys most about working at R.D. Olson, Eduardo shared that it’s the people and teams he gets to work with every day. He values the way collaboration and problem-solving help build strong relationships with coworkers and create a shared sense of purpose. He also appreciates R.D. Olson’s strong company culture and the way the company genuinely cares about its team.

Thank you, Eduardo, for five great years. We appreciate all you’ve contributed and look forward to what the next five years will bring!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to Danny Dang on an incredible 35 years with R.D. Olson! Since joining the company on May 29, 1991, Danny has played a pivotal role in shaping how our teams work, connect, and innovate.

From launching the company’s first local area networks in 1991 and helping implement one of our earliest email systems in 1993, to introducing jobsite webcams, leading the move to cloud-based systems and SharePoint, and most recently helping bring Microsoft Copilot to all users across the company in 2025, Danny’s work has consistently moved R.D. Olson forward. His leadership through major transitions has helped the company stay connected, efficient, and ready for the future.

What stands out most is Danny’s appreciation for the people and family-oriented culture that make R.D. Olson such a special place to work. We are grateful for his 35 years of dedication, innovation, and steady leadership, and we look forward to all that’s still ahead. Congratulations, Danny!

05/27/2026

Congratulations to John Staff on an incredible 15 years with R.D. Olson Construction — and best wishes on his retirement!

John joined RDO as a Project Manager and is retiring as a Senior Project Manager, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of leadership, expertise, and dedication. Over the years, he played an important role in standout projects including Descanso Beach Club Conference Center, Kings 838 Apartments, SilverRock Conference Center and Clubhouse, Kettner Crossing Senior Housing, and his most memorable project, the Ladera Sports Center — a large and very cool project in his home community.

When asked what he valued most about working at R.D. Olson, John shared that it was the people, the respect and ethics shown by management toward employees, clients, and vendors, the fun company celebrations, and the strong commitment to employee training and jobsite safety.

Thank you, John, for 15 years of dedication and for the many stories, laughs, and memories along the way. We wish you nothing but the very best as you begin this next chapter — you will be greatly missed!

05/26/2026

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04/27/2026

Happy 20-year anniversary to Kristy Mutch, our incredible assistant to the President!

Kristy began her journey with R.D. Olson as a project administrator, and since becoming the assistant to our president in 2015, she’s been an irreplaceable part of our team. Kristy truly wears multiple hats—serving as our office manager, leading subcontractor resources, overseeing all corporate meetings, outings, and functions, and spearheading our charitable events. Most recently, she organized today’s golf tournament benefiting Olive Crest.

Kristy’s favorite part of her job is getting to host the numerous parties and events throughout the year, including the company picnic, win parties, outings, and the Christmas parties! There’s always something to plan, and every day brings something new.

Thank you, Kristy, for your dedication and all you do for R.D. Olson!

04/23/2026

What’s the best way to kick off your golf tournament? With a Bloody Mary bar, of course! A huge thank you to our returning sponsor, American Business Bank, for hosting our Bloody Mary bar this year. We truly appreciate your continued support of our golf tournament for Olive Crest!

04/22/2026

We’ve had a long-time relationship with Coats Survey Services, and we’re excited to welcome them back this year as one of our Bronze Sponsors. Thank you so much for your continued support—your partnership means a lot to us! Here’s to another great year!