PROJECTS

Monterey, California

MST SURF! BUSWAY RAPID TRANSIT PROJECT

 Project Description

The MST SURF! BUSWAY PROJECT is a $60M construction of a dedicated busway lane spanning five miles along the scenic coastline running parallel to Highway 1 so that the buses can bypass traffic congestion.  This busway will allow EV buses to transport visitors and denizens alike through the cities of Salinas, Marina, Sand City, Seaside and Monterey.  The SURF! project expands MST’s vision for “connecting communities, creating opportunity and being kind to our planet.”  The project includes adding one mile of trail for multiuse & improving access to parks and existing trail networks.  Also, a multimodal mobility hub being added will allow for safe drop-off & pick-up locations, public parking including EV charging, & other amenities such as a bicycle repair station. 
 

FIRM ROLE

DE led the construction contract drafting efforts & then negotiated that contract with the contractor over the course of 8 months.  The negotiations focused on interest-based discussions and collaborative resolutions.  This resulted in strengthening the parties’ relationship and establishing protocols of respect & direct communication. 

Currently DE’s Resident Engineer manages the project team just under the CM, manages various stakeholders with diplomacy and strategic excellence, and provides invaluable insight in daily activities as well as watching what’s on the horizon to steer the team accordingly.  DE provides the QC Manager who helped to write the QC provisions in the construction contract for this project.  In addition, DE’s QC Manager directs the inspection team and provides guidance on quality issues based on his extensive industry experience.  DE’s Scheduler reviews and analyzes the construction schedules, ensuring that the contractor adheres to the contract requirements and industry standards. 

Los Angeles, California

The Metro Transit Center (formerly the Airport Metro Connector (AMC) Project)

 Project Description

The Metro Transit Center is a $900M, 9.5-acre mobility hub. It combines a new train station on Metro's Crenshaw/LAX Line, a bus plaza with layover and electric charging facilities, a four-story Bike Hub, passenger pickup/drop-off lanes, and pedestrian walkways. A two-story "Metro Airport Connector" building links these modes directly to the LAWA Airport People Mover tram serving LAX.

The station gives passengers a fast, reliable connection between LAX and the regional bus and rail network, providing critical transit capacity as Los Angeles prepares to welcome travelers for the 2028 Olympics and beyond.

Designed to achieve LEED Gold certification, the project received the ACEC 2025 Engineering Achievement Award and CMAA Southern California's 2026 Project Achievement Award and Project of the Year Award.

FIRM ROLE

Destination Enterprises, Inc. (“DE”) was the Prime JV Partner Construction Manager of a dynamic all women-owned team providing the Construction Management services for the project.  DE provided the Construction Manager, Certified Safety Specialist, Field Engineers (including Electrical, Civil, Architectural, Utility), Office Engineers, Structural & Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Environmental Specialist, and LEED Commissioning Agent.  

Los Angeles COUNTY, California

Metro Purple Line Extension

 Project Description

Metro’s Purple Line project consists of 3 separate Design/Build tunnel and subway station projects extending the previous “Red Line” westward from Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/Federal in Westwood, CA. The project traverses through multiple cities: Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood.

Section 1 consists of 4 miles and 3 stations from Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La Cienega and has a project cost of $3.1B. This section officially opened in May 2026, well in advance of the 2028 Olympics and just in time for the FIFA 2026 games hosted in Los Angeles.

Section 2 consists of 2.5 miles and 2 stations from Wilshire/La Cienega to Century City at a project cost of $2.5B, scheduled to complete in 2027.

Section 3 began in September 2019 and consists of 2.5 miles and 2 stations from Century City to Wilshire/Federal at a project cost of $3.6B, and is scheduled to complete in time for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

FIRM ROLE

Protecting budgets and keeping a landmark transit project moving - On the Purple Line Extension, DE provides the cost expertise that helps keep the project on budget and on schedule. Our estimators serve as an extension of the owner's team, bringing rigor to every stage, from early planning through change order resolution.

Seasoned estimators, thorough analysis - DE has provided multiple experienced estimators, including the lead estimator, who consistently meet and exceed the project's needs. They produce rough order of magnitude (ROM) and independent cost estimates (ICEs), backed by in-depth review of blueprints, specifications, and quantity take-offs, so the team works from numbers it can trust.

Fair resolutions, faster - Our estimators assess potential change issues before they escalate and negotiate skillfully with the contractor to reach fair, reasonable change order resolutions quickly. Our analyses also identify smart ways to cut cost while maintaining the same quality of work and materials.

The DE difference

• Independent, defensible estimates

• Proactive change management

• Savings without compromising quality

• Experienced estimating leadership

Los Angeles, California

LAX: Terminal 4 Modernization and Terminal 5 Renovation & Reconstruction

 Project Description

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is carrying out two major terminal projects at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as part of the airport’s $30 billion Capital Improvement Program. The Terminal 4 Modernization adds a new terminal entrance and a new south concourse and refurbishes the corridor connecting them, improving the airport experience for American Airlines passengers. In May 2026, crews placed the final steel beam on the main concourse frame, completing substantial structural construction so work could move on to interior finishes and mechanical systems. Next door, the Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project is fully demolishing the existing terminal to build a new one, with reopening expected just before the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

FIRM ROLE

Since May 2025, DE has provided four building inspectors to LAWA’s terminal projects at LAX. One inspector works the night shift on the Terminal 4 Modernization, and three work on day shifts on the Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project. The team provides construction inspection services, verifying that structural, civil, architectural, and MEP installations comply with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes. DE’s inspectors conduct field observations, coordinate with contractors and design teams to resolve issues, document deficiencies and track corrective actions to closure, and prepare detailed inspection reports. This work supports quality, safety, and contract compliance on two of the most visible projects in LAX’s capital program.

STATEWIDE, California

California Water Services (CSW)

 Project Description

Since 1926, California Water Service (Cal Water) has delivered water to about 2 million people in more than 100 communities across California. Its ongoing capital program to upgrade and expand water infrastructure calls for experienced construction management partners like Destination Enterprises.

ELA STA 012 PRESSURE VESSEL: The major scope included installing a pressure vessel, 60 linear feet of 6” ductile iron pipe down a steep hill, removing a fence and part of a retaining wall to then tie the new line into an existing 6” PVC distribution pipe in the public right of way and then replacing the fence and retaining wall.

DOMINGUEZ 232 PROJECT: Phase one involved the installation of 75 linear feet of 20” CL&C transmission line within the City of Torrance Facility Yard, a high traffic area which required intense stakeholder coordination and management.  Phase two extended this line another 1,425 linear feet within the yard and along city streets.

ELA STA 061 PROJECT: Install skid-mounted pump system housed in a weather-proof enclosure, including new piping and valves from each storage tank to the new pump skid, new discharge piping and valves and flowmeter to the pipeline, relocate existing antenna to panelboard enclosure and cathodic protecting, and relocate altitude valve assembly from valve vault to above grade for easy access and maintenance.

FIRM ROLE

DE began providing construction managers and inspectors for Cal Water projects in late 2023.  Beginning with a 6” ductile iron pipe replacement project in East Los Angeles, DE’s representation expanded to multiple projects in less than a year, tripling the amount of construction managers and inspectors utilized by Cal Water.  DE also provides constructability reviews for Cal Water to assess the design based on site visits and make recommendations on what alternatives could be implemented to best protect the client’s interests, factoring in accessibility, longevity of solution and ease of implementation based on access and location.  DE currently has two projects on-going with Cal Water, including a wellhead treatment project to remove PFAS (also known as “forever chemicals”) with Granular Activated Carbon absorption system.

Los Angeles COUNTY, California

“The New Blue” Track & System Refurbishment Project

 Project Description

Work to modernize the Blue Line, Metro’s oldest rail line, now 30 years old, required portions of the line to be temporarily closed for two extended four-month closures. Of particular note, the scope included rebuilding and expanding capacity at the Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station, as well as constructing a new customer service center and community plaza, improved connections to local buses and the surrounding community, and upgrades to safety and security systems. Work on the Blue Line also included improvements to the signaling, tracks and overhead catenary systems. Four new crossover tracks were built to reduce service interruptions. There were also numerous station improvements, including new digital map cases, signage, paint and landscaping.  
 

FIRM ROLE

DE provided oversight of the contractor and CM teams for this $350-million renovation of the oldest rail line in the system. Resident Engineer Alfonso Gonzalez ensured compliance with contract design and quality, schedule, budget and safety requirements on this significant station. The scope of work included significant upgrades and expansion of multi-modal capacity, improved headways, upgraded and increased platform areas, added safety enhancements, and upgrades to enhance the user experience. DE coordinated the review and approval of submittals and RFIs, monitored materials and testing compliance, prepared documentation, and conducted weekly progress meetings.

LOS ANGELES & CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA 

Expo Light Rail - Phase 1

Los Angeles - Santa Monica, California

Expo Light Rail - Phase 2

 Project Description

Expo Phase 2 is a Design/Build Light Rail project that includes 3 at grade and 3 aerial stations, bridges, incorporation into an existing tunnel box under the I-10 Freeway, a bridge crossing Venice Blvd. (Caltrans freeway) tying Expo Phase 1 into Expo Phase 2, and a bike path running parallel to the guideway.

Firm Role

DE provided project management, change administration and negotiation, project controls, estimating, claims avoidance, systems resident engineer, systems oversight, and closeout as a subconsultant to the Prime CM firm. Work included negotiation of cost changes, inspection and oversight of systems field integration tests, systems installation and startup, including communications, traction power, overhead catenary and train control & signalling systems, and key member to Expo Authority closeout team.

Los Angeles & Inglewood, California

Metro Crenshaw/LAX Transit Corridor Project

 Project Description

The Crenshaw/LAX Transit Corridor is a Design/Build project consisting of an 8.5 mile light rail line, 5.5 miles of at-grade track, 3,600 feet of cast-in-place bridge structures, 4,600 feet of U-wall, 4,700 feet of cut-and-cover trench, and approx. 6,000 linear feet of tunnels. The project includes construction of 8 train stations, three of which are underground subway stations, four at grade and one elevated. The project features public art, and a signature parabolic bridge over the I-405 Freeway, the busiest and most congested freeway in the United States.
  
 
 

Firm Role

DE is providing the project Claims Manager, and track/civil inspection oversight, as a subconsultant. DE is  providing the Lead Estimator and a Cost Estimator, as well as a Claims Specialist under multiple concurrent contracts.

Santa Monica, California

Metro Division 14 Operations & Maintenance Facility

Culver city, California

Ivy Station

 Project Description

The Ivy Station development project includes approximately 148 hotel rooms, 200 residential units, 197,000 square feet of office use, 57,800 square feet of retail and restaurant use, and approximately 1480 parking spaces in a three-level subterranean parking structure, including 300 dedicated LACMTA parking spaces, plus approximately 50 surface parking spaces, 8 of which will be dedicated LACMTA park-and-ride spaces. The Project will also include approximately 100,000 square feet of outdoor open space accessible to the public. Additional work includes fabrication, installation and maintenance of directional, way-finding, information, transit station identification and transit facility identification signs throughout and along the perimeter of the site for purposes of directing LACMTA patrons to, from and between the public transit facilities (including the Station and LACMTA Parking) and the public streets, sidewalks and rights of way.

FIRM ROLE

DE provided the Resident Engineer responsible for oversight of the developer contractors to ensure protection of Metro owned facilities during construction. The RE’s management services included oversight of work plans, schedules, cost; monitoring work for compliance with schedule, budget, technical, safety, and legal requirements; coordinating activities/operations with other Metro staff and public agencies; resolving design and field construction problems; attending progress meetings and reporting on contract status; monitoring field implementation of pollution controls for dust, noise, and vibration; and conducting site audits and testing.

ESCONDIdO, California

NCTD Escondido Positive Train Control Project

 Project Description

Currently, the North County Transit District (NCTD) has limited fiber capacity between the San Diego Subdivision and the server room in Escondido where the Positive Train Control (PTC) and Rail Dispatch servers are located. NCTD is advancing a project to install fiber on the Escondido Subdivision that supports the PTC project and the need for data capacity between the San Diego Subdivision and the servers. The installation of this fiber will allow NCTD to replace the 25 pair copper cable that supports the Escondido Subdivision signal system and to implement PTC on the Escondido subdivision in the future. The project consisted of cleaning, repairing and modifying the existing 22-mile duct bank. The modifications ran laterals to all 15 stations, 12 control points and 12 intermediate signal locations on the Escondido Sub Division. A 72-strand fiber was pulled, terminated and tested.

FIRM ROLE

Destination Enterprises is providing the Railway Signal Engineer to provide construction management and inspection oversight of fiber-optic network infrastructure installation along the Escondido Subdivision.

San Diego, California

Mid-Coast Corridor Trolley Extension

 Project Description

The Mid-Coast Trolley will extend Blue Line Trolley service from Santa Fe Depot in Downtown San Diego to the University community, serving major activity centers such as Old Town, UC San Diego, and University Town Centre (UTC). Construction began in fall 2016 and service is anticipated to begin in late 2021.

The Trolley will expand transportation capacity in the corridor to accommodate existing and future travel demand, particularly for peak-period commute trips. The project will provide an effective alternative to congested freeways and roadways for travelers and will result in fewer vehicle miles being traveled.

The Trolley extension route begins just north of the Old Town Transit Center and travels in existing railroad right-of-way and Interstate 5 to the UC San Diego campus, Scripps Memorial Hospital, and terminates at the UTC Transit Center. 

FIRM ROLE

Destination Enterprises is providing the Railway Signal Engineer during the pre-construction and construction phases, responsible for constructability review, cost estimating, schedule evaluation, and other technical support including inspection of traction power and signaling systems.

Beverly Hills, California

AKA Beverly Hills Condominiums

 Project Description

This premier location in the heart of Beverly Hills is within the well-known Golden Triangle providing convenient walking access to the boutiques on world-famous Rodeo Drive, Via Rodeo, and Robertson Boulevard. Noteworthy property amenities include a lobby with cafe/lounge, a private cinema, fitness center, and a business center and private board room with seating for eight.

FIRM ROLE

DE provided change management and negotiation, construction management, project management, project controls, schedule analysis and development for this $40-million, mixed-use project featuring 4-story commercial with 88 residential units atop. Scope included improvements in the City Rights-of-Way and to pedestrian sidewalks in the city of Beverly Hills on Wilshire Boulevard, Crescent Drive and Clifton Way.

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles Coliseum/USC Renovation

 Project Description

The renovation of the Los Angeles Coliseum is a $270-million project includes a new Club Tower with suites, boxes and press box; new lighting, handrails, concourses, and video screens; the replacement of all seats with additional legroom and aisles; and replacement of the electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems to meet current standards. The Coliseum is jointly owned by the State of California, the County and City of Los Angeles but operated by USC. The Coliseum was designed by the architects who designed Los Angeles City Hall and Union Station. It was modeled after the Roman Coliseum. The stadium is the only venue in the world to have hosted two Olympics, two Super Bowls and a World Series. It will also be the site of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the 2028 LA Olympics.
  
 

Firm Role

DE, as subconsultant, is providing the Cost Estimator, tasked with forecasting the cost of the stadium renovation. DE reviews construction drawings for constructability and accuracy in representing the project scope; reviews change orders; and prepares estimates to ensure that the project meets financial forecasts and scope requirements. DE tracks the project’s performance against the total time and cost estimate while helping the customer avoid over-payment and where possible reducing costs.

Oceanside - san diego, California

SANDAG Oceanside Transit Center Third Track Project

 Project Description

The Oceanside Transit Center (OTC) Third Track Project is a $26 million upgrade to the 125 year old OTC rail line in the City of Oceanside on one of the busiest rail corridors in the United States. The project consists of renovation of an existing platform to create a new 1000 foot long platform with added amenities; installation of a new track (3rd rail) and crossovers, turnout tracks, railroad signals and signal houses; modification of existing signal systems; highway crossing warning improvements and resurfacing of existing main track. The third track was added to provide additional capacity and improve on time performance for the Coaster, Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink trains operating (in conjunction with freight trains) in the OTC.
  
 

Firm Role

DE provided train signal and systems inspection, as a subconsultant to the Prime CM firm. Work included oversight of signal related systems installation and crossing improvements, field integration and startup testing, and generation and completion of related punchlist items and as-builts.

El Monte, California

Metro Division 9

 Project Description

Analyzed and reviewed construction claims on a $13 million project. Provided oversight and provided counsel construction manager and contracting officer for avoiding disputes and resolving ongoing issues. Performed detailed schedule reviews, and analyzed and negotiated settlement of delay claims.

FIRM ROLE

DE provided change administration and negotiation, claims avoidance and project controls including Sr. Project Scheduler, as a Prime to Metro. Work included change management, including review and response to Requests for Change (RFC’s) and preparation of change documents, negotiation of cost changes, claims avoidance, and detailed monthly schedule analysis and schedule review responses. DE provided specialized cost and schedule support to Metro’s team; cost changes and schedule issues were resolved during the project with no outstanding claims; lone contractor delay RFC was swiftly resolved. DE worked together in augmentation to Metro staff to successfully deliver Metro’s first LEED project on time and under budget. 

City of la quinta, California

Vista Dunes

 Project Description

Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes is an affordable housing community developed by the City of La Quinta Redevelopment Agency, offering residents numerous amenities including pools, playgrounds, basketball court, and Community Room. When it was first developed, Vista Dunes was the nation’s largest multi-family affordable housing community to receive LEED Platinum certification. It stands as a testament to what can be achieved through public/private partnerships in terms of sustainable, affordable workforce housing that contributes to neighborhood vitality.
  
 

FIRM ROLE

DE provided construction management on this $25-million, 80-unit LEED Platinum-certified housing project (the first LEED Platinum project in the nation to be built by a City). Scope included roadways and street lighting within the development and traffic improvements and street restoration along Miles and Adams Avenues in the City of La Quinta.

Century city, California

Westfield Shopping Center

 Project Description

Westfield Century City, a flagship mall for the developer, recently underwent a $1-billion renovation that refreshed the aging mall.  Designed by Westfield’s in-house studio, with consultants Kelly Wearstler, Gensler, and The Office of James Burnett, the final product positions the mall as a lifestyle destination. Inspired by Southern California mid-century modern style and spotlights the area’s perfect weather, “the mall design is meant to be a sanctuary,” according to Westfield executive Peter Lowy.  The mall’s 8-acres of outdoor space is an enviable public space that features strolling gardens and lounging areas with the purpose of enticing the consumer to linger.   

FIRM ROLE

DE provided project controls/scheduling for this renovation concurrent with ongoing retail operations.