Business Details
48 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in San Diego
Construction Management of San Diego (CM of SD) is a family-owned and operated construction firm dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and personalized attention to every project. Founded in 1978 by Rich Shamlian, a seasoned builder with over 50 years of hands-on experience, we specialize in custom home builds, residential remodels, ADU construction, and commercial improvements across San Diego. Our team has completed over 250 residential remodels, 75 new custom homes, and 85+ restaurant builds, consistently prioritizing honesty, transparency, and client satisfaction. Richs approach combines decades of expertise with a hands-on management style, ensuring every project adheres to strict timelines, budgets, and quality standards. We work exclusively with licensed subcontractors and maintain open-book transparency with all bids and costs.Our commitment to treating every project as if it were our own has earned us a reputation for excellence, with clients praising our dependability, ethical practices, and ability to exceed expectations. From concept to completion, we focus on transforming visions into reality while fostering trust and long-term relationships. Whether building a custom home, renovating a space, or constructing an ADU, we prioritize energy efficiency, modern design, and functional layouts tailored to clients unique needs. Our service area includes Ocean Beach, Point Loma, La Jolla, Bay Park, and surrounding San Diego neighborhoods, where we remain a trusted partner for homeowners and businesses alike.
Services
ADU Construction
Home Remodels
Custom Homes
Commercial Builds
Tenant Improvements
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of hands-on experience in San Diego construction projects.
- Our team provides transparent, open-book cost management for every project.
- We prioritize client satisfaction with personalized, hands-on project management.
- We work exclusively with licensed, trusted subcontractors for consistent quality.
- We guarantee on-time, on-budget results with no hidden fees or surprises.
What people say
Reliable, ethical, honest
On time, on budget
Top-notch quality work
Genuine care for clients
Highly recommend
Services
ADU Construction
We design and build custom ADUs that maximize property value and functionality. Our team navigates San Diegos permitting process to ensure compliance while delivering energy-efficient, budget-conscious units. Clients benefit from tailored designs that integrate seamlessly with existing architecture.
Home Remodels
Our residential remodels focus on modernizing spaces while enhancing functionality and resale value. We handle full-home transformations or targeted updates like kitchens and bathrooms, using high-quality materials and energy-efficient solutions. Richs hands-on oversight ensures precision and client satisfaction.
Custom Homes
We construct one-of-a-kind custom homes tailored to clients lifestyles and land potential. Our process emphasizes smart technology integration, eco-friendly materials, and timeless design. Each project is managed personally by Rich to guarantee craftsmanship and adherence to client visions.
Commercial Builds
We deliver commercial construction and tenant improvements for retail, medical offices, and restaurants. Our services include code compliance, ADA upgrades, and space optimization. We prioritize minimal disruption to business operations while ensuring durable, professional results.
People
Rich Shamlian
Owner & Lead Builder
Rich Shamlian is a seasoned builder with over 50 years of experience in San Diego construction. He founded CM of SD in 1978 and personally manages projects to ensure quality, transparency, and client satisfaction. Known for his ethical approach and attention to detail, Rich has completed 250+ residential remodels and 75+ custom homes.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Ocean Beach, Point Loma, La Jolla, Bay Park, and surrounding San Diego neighborhoods for residential and commercial projects.
How long has CM of SD been in business?
Rich Shamlian founded CM of SD in 1978, bringing over 50 years of construction experience to every project.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in custom homes, ADUs, residential remodels, and commercial builds including retail, medical offices, and restaurants.
How do you ensure project transparency?
We provide open-book cost management, clear communication, and work exclusively with licensed subcontractors to maintain quality and budget adherence.
Can you help with ADU permits in San Diego?
Yes, we guide clients through San Diego’s ADU regulations and permitting process to ensure compliance and streamline construction timelines.
Reviews (7)
Joseph Metcalf
Apr 13, 2021
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As an Interior Designer it has been pleasure to work with Rich Shamlian on multiple projects. He is professional, fair and calm. He and his crew are always on time, they are reliable and the quality of their work is consistent. Our clients have been happy with the smooth process and end results of working with him as well. I would definitely recommend Rich and CMofSD, and I look forward to more projects together.
Samantha Ramos
Apr 02, 2021
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Rich is competent and a good communicator. He has good subs who show up on time. He is very responsive to your concerns about any issues. We have used him in the past for a larger remodeling project and we were very satisfied with our experience. Most recently he helped repair damage in our bathroom, which was done by a different contractor. Rich is honest and working with him makes us confident that the job will be done right. We highly recommend him.
Matthew Bigelow
Feb 21, 2021
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I can't begin to express how grateful we are to have had Rich and his team of Subs remodel our home in Point Loma. With the exception of a few change orders for the unexpected, Rich kept the project in line with the budget we gave him. Additionally, he kept the subs on schedule and delivered a finished remodel and granny flat on time. If/when we need to make any more additions to our home, our first and only call will be to CM of SD.
Linda Woolsey
Feb 18, 2021
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Fantastic work done! Very professional. Always on time. Got the entire job done excellently & quickly. Showed up every day. Explained thoroughly the process & stuck to it. Was very accommodating with any concerns & changes. Very reasonably price for the quality of work which was above & beyond
Services:Install tile work,Install water fixtures,Remodeling
Services:Install tile work,Install water fixtures,Remodeling
Jeanne Brennan
Feb 12, 2021
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We are out of town owners of a SD condo that needed remodeling from top to bottom. Rich was recommended to us and we could not be happier with both Rich and the work he did for us. We got a fair estimate and a time line from Rich that were adhered to. We were not in town for 90% of the work but we had complete faith and trust in Rich and he did not disappoint. Hes a 5 star in my book and the first one I will call when I need work done again.
Steve Bastien
Jan 13, 2020
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Rich has been a pleasure to work with, he's definitely a people person and was on top of my remodeling project. He's a well versed General Contractor and his experience showed, the project flow was smooth and all of the subcontractors were on time and completed their tasks according to the project plan. I would recommend CM of SD to any residential homeowners looking for quality work and a genuine man of his craft.
Sam R.
Aug 26, 2017
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We are glad we chose CM of SD for our home remodel (two bedrooms and a bathroom). Rich and Natascha were great communicators and it was evident they actually cared about us and our home. When we researched them one of their prior clients used the word "integrity" to describe CM of SD and we would do the same. This was one of several phases of our whole home remodel and earlier we'd used a big design build firm. While they got the job done (at a very high price) the experience was stressful and lousy. We felt like we had to be the project manager and it was evident they saw us more as a business
