Our History

Lloyd H. Oliver and Charles E. Coburn founded Oliver & Coburn in 1946, just nine years after Lloyd Oliver helped complete the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Today we are Oliver & Company, a hands-on, full-service construction company located in Richmond, CA. We have completed over 2,000 buildings across Northern California—all to the full satisfaction of our clients.

We handle the work ourselves—we are not a construction broker. Our crew includes over 75 carpenters and experienced field staff supported by a 25-person in-house project management team. We all work together, solving problems daily to keep each project moving forward.

Our ability to execute stems from our long-term relationships with our employees. The average tenure for Oliver & Company employees is 17+ years, with some employed their entire careers. Simply put, we believe we have the best team in the industry.

We are highly selective about our projects and clients. A founding member of the Construction Employer’s Association, we are known for our integrity and commitment to working closely with our clients and successfully bringing their projects to completion.

1946-1969: Oliver & Coburn (retired)
1969-1981: Oliver & Komes (retired)
1981-Present: Oliver & Company

Why Oliver & Company

Our reputation with clients is cemented by our commitment to providing consistently high levels of professionalism, creativity, and insight.

We ensure every project meets all expectations, including financial feasibility, business desires, and aesthetic fulfillment. In addition, we provide a unique combination of speed, price, and quality.

We are also excellent at solving financial challenges associated with complex projects. Our clients often approach us with projects that have larger-than-average financial commitments. We understand selecting a builder is a big decision that comes with great risk, particularly in regards to finances. Oliver and Company clients benefit from both our deep expertise in all areas of the building process, and also our commitment to working to the highest standards of best practices and professionalism. Our track record speaks for itself. You can trust Oliver & Company to complete your project on time, on budget—all while meeting the highest standards of excellence.