Company

Dedicated People
and Leadership

The success of C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. is built on a solid foundation of valued employees. Our clients receive the benefit of a team of individuals who have worked together for many years, producing abilities, experience and business ethics unmatched by anyone in the industry. This teamwork is among our greatest assets and allows employees to function in the safest way possible.

With more than 50 years of experience, C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. has played an instrumental role in shaping the development and infrastructure of Southern California. We are unique in our ability to perform a variety of complex jobs, from earthmoving to paving to building bridges, and we specialize in using the latest technologies and cutting edge methods to deliver the highest quality work utilizing value engineering.

We are signatory to Operating Engineers, Carpenters, Cement Masons and Laborers Union agreements.

In the “The Rasmussen Way,” we are committed to:

  • Integrity in all phases of our work.
  • Respect for our co-workers, clients, associates, the public and the environment.
  • Exceeding industry standards through excellence and productivity.

“You can write a check for a piece of heavy equipment, but the key to success can only be achieved through the hard work of good, quality individuals.”

Building the
Rasmussen Way

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in providing safe, high-quality, environmentally responsible infrastructure solutions while maintaining a strong focus on serving our customers, developing our employees, giving back to our community, and securing a promising future for our company.

Our Values

  • SAFETY We value people who build a safe, substance-free work environment for all employees.
  • COMMITMENT We value employees who are motivated to continuously improve C. A. Rasmussen, Inc., themselves and their fellow employees.
  • PROFESSIONALISM We value people whose conduct and integrity reflect well on C. A. Rasmussen, Inc.
  • INNOVATION We value employees who have an entrepreneurial spirit, are open to change and who develop creative solutions.
  • QUALITY We value employees who take pride in the quality of their work.

The Rasmussen Way

We provide a safe, rewarding and challenging environment for our employees, while we embrace innovation, build award-winning projects and foster enduring relationships.

Our Team

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Charlie Rasmussen

Chairman of The Board

Charlie, like his father before him, has earned the respect of his employees and customers as an honest and hard-working man. He began working for the family company when he was fresh out of high school. During his career, he headed many of the company’s public works projects, and brought its rail division to work as far away as Texas and Kansas. In his free time, Charlie enjoys hunting, fishing, skiing and chasing after his grandchildren.

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Adam Rasmussen

President and CEO

Adam Rasmussen is the President and the third generation to work at C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. Growing up working for the company has been instrumental to Adam’s career. After completing his degree at Arizona State University, Adam focused on estimating, project management and the equipment division. Adam has estimated and managed successful projects with Caltrans, Port of Los Angeles, County of Ventura and other agencies and private customers. Adam enjoys being outdoors skiing, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and spending time with his wife and twin children.

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Doug Misley

Executive Vice President

Doug Misley is the Executive Vice President at C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. He supervises all office departments as well as field operations. Doug began with the company as an estimator and project engineer in 1989. Originally from Washington, he now lives in the South Bay with his wife and daughters. His Pacific Northwest roots make him a dedicated Seattle Seahawk/Mariner fan, and an avid outdoorsman. He enjoys mountain biking, fly fishing, working his bird dog, snow skiing and bow hunting, to name a few.

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Jesus Garcia

Chief Estimator

Jesus Garcia is the Chief Estimator at C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. He oversees the company’s estimating department, and is responsible for all bids, budgets and proposals. Jesus began with the company as a project engineer in 2002. In his spare time, he enjoys watching professional soccer and spending time with family.

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Tom Charon

Operations Manager

Tom Charon is the Operations Manager of C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. He supervises the company’s complete field operations. Tom graduated from Arizona State University’s construction management program and began with the company as a Project Engineer in 1997. He spends his free time putting his two sons through college, jogging and golfing.

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Lisa Punches

Corporate Secretary

Lisa Punches serves as Controller and Corporate Secretary of C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. She supervises the company’s contract administration, accounting and HR departments. Lisa began with the company as a contract administrator in 1991. She lives in Simi Valley with her husband and is busy putting their four children through college.