Ryan Nessen

SVP, California District Manager

Ryan started his career in the field as a U.S. Navy Seabee Builder 1st Class, spending eight years building projects throughout the world.

With over 30 years of construction experience and 21 years at Sundt, Ryan has overseen numerous high-profile projects throughout California, including four at the San Diego International Airport: the Terminal Two Landside expansion, the Rental Car Center, the Air Support Facility, and the Admin Building for the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. Ryan is a certified LEED® Accredited Professional (AP), DBIA Professional, and both a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and a Certified Professional Constructor (CPC). He earned his associate degree in construction management from San Diego Mesa College, received his bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix and completed his master’s in business administration while working at Sundt.

Additionally, Ryan served for several years on the Board of Directors for the Sundt Foundation, supporting nonprofits in the San Diego region. He is also active with the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA), Associated General Contractors (AGC), and Southern California Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).

Tell us about your favorite Sundt project.

My favorite project I’ve been a part of while working at Sundt is the San Diego State Aztec Student Union. It was a challenging project that turned out very beautiful. It was designed with a “Spanish mission revival” intent with all-white plaster. It’s a well-known project on the SDSU campus that Sundt should be very proud of building.

Why did you choose to work in the construction industry?

I started my career as a Navy Seabee building projects throughout the world. I have always loved working with my hands and building projects that can be here long after I’m gone.

What is your favorite place in the world?

My favorite place in the world is the North Kohala Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. My family and I lived there in the past and plan to return for retirement.

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Ryan Nessen

SVP, California District Manager

Ryan started his career in the field as a U.S. Navy Seabee Builder 1st Class, spending eight years building projects throughout the world.

With over 30 years of construction experience and 21 years at Sundt, Ryan has overseen numerous high-profile projects throughout California, including four at the San Diego International Airport: the Terminal Two Landside expansion, the Rental Car Center, the Air Support Facility, and the Admin Building for the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. Ryan is a certified LEED® Accredited Professional (AP), DBIA Professional, and both a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and a Certified Professional Constructor (CPC). He earned his associate degree in construction management from San Diego Mesa College, received his bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix and completed his master’s in business administration while working at Sundt.

Additionally, Ryan served for several years on the Board of Directors for the Sundt Foundation, supporting nonprofits in the San Diego region. He is also active with the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA), Associated General Contractors (AGC), and Southern California Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).

Tell us about your favorite Sundt project.

My favorite project I’ve been a part of while working at Sundt is the San Diego State Aztec Student Union. It was a challenging project that turned out very beautiful. It was designed with a “Spanish mission revival” intent with all-white plaster. It’s a well-known project on the SDSU campus that Sundt should be very proud of building.

Why did you choose to work in the construction industry?

I started my career as a Navy Seabee building projects throughout the world. I have always loved working with my hands and building projects that can be here long after I’m gone.

What is your favorite place in the world?

My favorite place in the world is the North Kohala Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. My family and I lived there in the past and plan to return for retirement.