Turner Construction Company, in partnership with design-build collaborator DGA Architects, has been awarded a $158 million contract by the Department of General Services to construct a state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Center for the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. The center will be located in Costa Mesa, California, and aims to significantly enhance emergency preparedness and response capabilities for Southern California.

This facility will be essential for coordinating disaster management and emergency response at a high level, ensuring California’s readiness and resilience during crises. It will feature advanced energy infrastructure, including photovoltaic panels, battery energy storage, and emergency generators, built to meet Zero Net Energy standards.

The California Office of Emergency Services is tasked with planning, readiness, and response to various threats such as earthquakes, floods, wildfires, droughts, public health emergencies, cybersecurity threats, agricultural disasters, and homeland security risks.

“We are honored to partner with the Department of General Services and DGA Architects to deliver this critical emergency operations center,” said Reed McMains, Vice President and General Manager at Turner Construction Company. “This project represents a significant step in enhancing the community’s resilience and readiness in times of need. Our team is committed to bringing our expertise and dedication to every phase of this endeavor, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality and functionality.”

Construction of the facility is slated for completion in mid-2027.