Otto Construction

Otto Construction is a construction company in Sacramento, CA. Founded in 1947 by John F. Otto, it is a family-owned, woman-owned commercial general contractor serving clients throughout Northern and Central California from offices in Sacramento and Monterey. The company handles a wide range of project types, including education, healthcare, renovations, senior living, parking structures, sustainable projects, corporate complexes, municipal and civic buildings, and housing. It operates under a delivery model that includes Design/Build, Design/Assist, CM at Risk, Lease/Leaseback, and preconstruction services. Otto Construction holds a rating of 4.80 based on customer reviews.

The firm has grown into one of Northern California’s largest woman-owned general contractors, maintaining a leadership structure that spans three generations. Carl Otto, the second-generation leader, became President in 1971, strengthening the company’s ties to the Sacramento community through philanthropy and service. Allison Otto joined in 2000, established the marketing department, and became President and CEO in 2021. She leads the company with a customer-first approach, overseeing new business acquisition and client relations. The executive team also includes Carol Otto, who has been with the company since 1980 and serves as Board Secretary, along with Robert Ussery as EVP of Operations and Natalie Hayward as EVP of Estimating and Precon. Otto Construction is recognized as one of ENR’s Top 400 Contractors and was named ENR California’s 2022 Contractor of the Year. Notable recent work includes the SMF Terminal B Parking Garage, Stanislaus State Willow Hall, and the Dennis and Janice Caprara Community Center Complex.

The Sacramento office is located at 1717 2nd Street, situated near the Old Sacramento neighborhood. It is about a block from Q Street and P Street, and within a short distance of the Westside Freeway and Golden State Highway. Pioneer Landing Park is also nearby, less than a quarter mile from the office.

Otto Construction is known for delivering high-quality construction at competitive prices, backed by a culture of honesty, integrity, and compassion. The company’s reputation is supported by its long-standing presence in the region and its recognition as a leading contractor in California.

As a woman-owned general contractor in Sacramento, Otto Construction combines deep local roots with a broad portfolio of civic, educational, and commercial projects across Northern and Central California.

Services:

• Corporate Complexes
• Healthcare Construction
• Parking Structures
• Senior Living Construction
• Sustainable Projects