construction career by contributing to AGC CEF’s scholarship funds through a donation from Buenrostro Building Com- pany. Tis full-circle moment exemplifies the transformative power of investing in workforce development, not just for individuals, but for the entire industry. In the following Q&A, California Con-
structor talks with Jose Buenrostro about his journey in the construction industry, the impact the AGC of California schol- arship had on him and his family, and how he hopes to help shape the next generation by giving back.
QTell us a bit about your journey into the construction industry. A I grew up in Castroville, CA. At 22, I joined the construction industry to support my girlfriend (now wife) and our 2-year-old son. My decision was driven
by both necessity and a passion for ar- chitecture. My father, who had worked for the Bay Area construction company Rudolph and Sletten, started his own firm and asked me to help build it, knowing I had an interest in architecture. I began as a laborer and worked my
way up to foreman, and eventually be- came a superintendent overseeing multi- ple crews. After five years in construction, I decided to pursue an associate of science degree to strengthen my skills in business management. During my two years at a local junior college, I interned on a $24 million OSHPD, Silver LEED-certified project that introduced me to the field of construction management. Motivated to take our company to the next level, I then pursued a bachelor’s degree in construction management engineering at Sacramento State University.
“At the AGC CEF, we recognize that financial assistance is critical to empowering the next generation of leaders. By removing barriers to education, we’re helping to cultivate a skilled and diverse workforce that will drive innovation and success in construction
for years to come.” -Daniel Dumke, Shawmut Design and Construction and 2025 chair, AGC CEF
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