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Schipper Construction

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100% EMPLOYEE OWNED Schipper Construction Co.

We've come a long way since our founder began building houses in the 1960’s with a dream of creating his own business. In 1982, Frank Schipper built his company with the belief that a client centered business focused on core values including integrity, teamwork, and professionalism, was the key to a successful and long lasting organization. Through thirty plus years of successful projects and sust

ained growth, these values have permeated throughout the company and have led to a long list of successful and award winning projects and an extensive base of repeat clients. has constructed or renovated many of the landmarks across Santa Barbara and the Tri county area encompassing buildings in every industry, among them; healthcare, arts, education, commercial interiors, historical renovations, and hospitality. We strive to adopt the goals of every client to help plan, manage and construct each project in a truly collaborative process. Over time we have built our financial strength and reputation to become the leading company that meets the ever-changing and growing needs of our clients.

06/16/2026

Nice words from one of our partners:

"This project, not unlike most, was severely constrained on several fronts, including schedule and cost. We can happily report that the project was completed within both of these challenging requirements. Our experience with the Schipper team proved that they were adept in planning/scheduling, cost estimation/tracking, technical understanding of complex systems, installation, and above all, openness and honesty, which instilled a tremendous amount of trust."

– Bill Terre, Vice President & General Manager, FLIR OEM & Emerging

Check out other partner testimonials: schipperconstruction.com/testimonials

06/08/2026

Happy work anniversary, Gary! Wow, how the years go by.

Thank you for your leadership on-site, commitment to safety, and dedication to delivering quality projects. We appreciate all that you do and look forward to many more successful projects together.

06/05/2026

Project Spotlight: Visa Del Monte Landscaping Project! Yup. We also do landscaping.

Progress continues at Vista Del Monte, a property. The team, led by Project Manager Paul Felicetta and Superintendent Ben Reyes, has successfully completed the new resident dog park, featuring fresh turf and a fully enclosed fence. Community monument signage has also been refreshed to improve curb appeal.
At the west entrance, installation is nearing completion with new pavers in place, and a heavy-duty vault lid has been added to support all vehicle types, including semi-trucks, while protecting underlying utilities.

Crews are actively progressing on the new concrete foundation along the utility corridor, keeping the project moving forward.

Stay tuned for updates!

06/02/2026

We’re proud to be an ESOP company, and we know how to celebrate it. 🌮🎉

This Spring, we hosted a taco party complete with a raffle, great food, and even better company to celebrate and educate about our being an Employee Stock Ownership Plan company.
Excited to be building FSCC together.

05/19/2026

We executed a 17,900-sf renovation for the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, replacing core systems, rebuilding interiors, and upgrading exterior elements while maintaining continuous facility operations.

Read our blog to learn more:
www.schipperconstruction.com/blog

05/17/2026

Happy 22nd work anniversary, Adriana! A big thank you for being part of the Frank Schipper Construction team and for everything you do in AP/Payroll. Your work doesn’t go unnoticed.

05/13/2026

This is music to our ears (pun intended). Shout out from our client,

"As the cost estimate for construction played a key element in structuring our fundraising campaign, it was critical for us to have a high degree of confidence in FSCC's ability to estimate and budget for a large and complex facility and to assist us in meeting our cost target. I am very pleased to say that FSCC was a great partner and met our needs and expectations."

Sharon Westby, Chair, Board of Directors, Chair, Campus Renovation Committee, Music Academy of the West

05/07/2026

From vacant tenant space to buzzy coffee shop.

Excited to share that we were part of the first Starbucks location built under the “New Concept” design, blending brand innovation with local character.

Our team delivered an award-winning project, recognized with the 2025 SBCA Commercial Remodel Under $1M.

Client:
Coffee Shop:
Architect: Sherry & Associates Architects
Contractor:
Commercial Remodel Award:

If you can’t check out the project in person, take a virtual stroll at: www.schipperconstruction.com/new-project-starbucks

05/04/2026

What makes a great modern performance venue? Crane Country Day School in Montecito knows firsthand.

With the remodel of their Wolf Performing Arts Center, they created a space built for both performance excellence and audience comfort. And Frank Schipper Construction was there to help make it happen. The renovation features new stadium seating, upgraded interior finishes, and enhanced acoustical treatments for superior sound. Advanced lighting controls and a high-performance AV system bring productions to life, while upgraded mechanical and electrical systems ensure seamless operation behind the scenes.

Enjoy a photo performance on our website: www.schipperconstruction.com/new-project-crane-school-wolf-theater

Client:
Architect: John Sergio Fisher Associates
Contractor:

04/30/2026

We’re proud to have led the comprehensive ground-up reconstruction of Rancho Alegre Boy Scout Camp after the extensive damage caused by the 2017 Whittier Fire.

We delivered approximately 25,000-sf of new construction across 12 buildings, carefully coordinating every phase from site work through final finishes. Plus, we used structural insulated panels to boost energy efficiency and performance, and installed fire-resistant metal roofing and cement board siding for durability and wildfire resilience.

The project included four dormitories, two boarding houses for temporary staff, and six residences for permanent staff.

Client:
Architect: /
Contractor:

Take a photo tour:
www.schipperconstruction.com/boy-scouts-of-america-rancho-alegre

Address

610 E Cota Street
Santa Barbara, CA
93103

Telephone

+18059634359

Website

http://www.schipperconstruction.com/

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