01 about
Smart Planning, Exceptional Results
In today’s economy, where project budgets are tighter and material supplies more limited than ever, Kaizen is committed to delivering exceptional quality while optimizing costs. Through smart planning and innovative construction methods, we enhance quality and reduce expenditures, ensuring greater Owner satisfaction. At Kaizen, we approach construction—whether it’s your dream home or a large-scale commercial development—as a business. By maintaining strict oversight on budgets, ensuring subcontractor excellence, fostering teamwork, and prioritizing Owner needs, we deliver projects that the entire team can take pride in.
Collaborative Approach, Savings for Owners
The days of adversarial relationships between General Contractors and Owners are over. Kaizen champions a collaborative approach that unites the talents and resources of all stakeholders in a coordinated effort. This teamwork-driven methodology ensures superior quality, adherence to schedules, and cost efficiency, creating meaningful benefits for Owners.
A Team that Works for You
Founded in 2009, Kaizen is a Women-Owned construction firm led by Erin Faulkner, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of industry experience. Erin holds a Master’s degree in Project Management from Northwestern University and has managed projects ranging from $300,000 to $300 million.
In 2013, Erin relocated to San Luis Obispo County to develop the family-owned vineyard. While lecturing at Cal Poly, she transitioned her focus from mega-projects like Westfield malls, ports, and airports to her true passion—residential and developer projects.
Erin is supported by her father, Bill Faulkner, a master builder with over 50 years of experience as a general contractor and project manager. Bill’s expertise spans local residential projects to landmark developments, including the World Trade Center. Together, they bring a legacy of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication to every project Kaizen undertakes.
02 recent portfolio
4,000SF Italian Progressive
Great Room Construction
Developer Entitlement Package
4,000SF Italian Progressive
03 representative clients
Kaizen clients over the years have been various and vast, from custom residential to large public authorities.
Representative Projects:
Port Authority of NYNJ, World Trade Center Retail
The Brown's - Custom Luxury Residential, Santa Margarita
Acello-Eichman - Custom Luxury Residential, Nipomo
AmByth Estate, Hart Fire Rebuild
Bunge - Port & Shiploader, New Orleans
Vine Street Renovation, Paso Robles
Vine Street Loft Apartments, Paso Robles
Trilogy Farms & Vineyard, 2 Luxury Residences, Wine Tasting Room, Wine Storage Cellar
Greek Government, Athens International Airport
Breakers Apartments, Downtown Santa Cruz
Spring Street Development-Loft Apartments, Paso Robles
