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Berkley Construction's professional team combines years of home improvement experience with professional training to give you, the property owner, the best service possible.
In 2007 Berkley Construction was recognized by the San Diego Union Reader's Poll as one of the Top 3 Home Remodeling Contractors. In 2008, Lori Saldaña presented Berkley Construction with the California Small Business of the Year Award for District 76. The award was given based on Berkley Construction's excellent customer service record, quality of workmanship, community involvement, and commitment to green building initiatives. The company also has an unblemished record with the San Diego Better Business Bureau. Today, the team continues to provide high value, quality construction services in San Diego, California. |
Meet the Team:
Keith Berkley
General Contractor, Owner
Founder of Berkley Construction in 2004.
MBA International Business, SDSU
MA Latin American Studies, SDSU
BA Latin American Studies, UCSB
Keith grew up in San Diego and has been a part of the community for over 45 years. Keith focuses on the client experience and staff training. Developing Berkley Construction's approach to business is the cornerstone of this successful business venture. Every day, every month, Keith and his team try to improve the customer experience with innovative ideas such as cloud-based project management programs, and pre-construction contracts to make the construction process more effective and enjoyable.
Improving communication is the largest hurdle in the construction industry. Keith and his team improve their communication constantly to make for better project execution. Keith is skilled in the process of project management, building technology, has a keen design eye that leads to creative and unique project features, and embraces the new techniques while appreciating long practiced good traditions.
Historical renovations have a special place in Berkley Construction, but Keith believes there is no reason to lose modern performance with old world historical soul. Keith embraces tough engineering problems and enjoys the customer service relationships he has built over the years. Many of his former clients are long term friends and business partners.
Keith is a husband and father of two boys, coaches Coronado Pop-Warner Football, does most of the family cooking, is the creative energy and founder behind the remote area fishing and surfing Black Bass Lodge in Baja, California Sur, Mexico. He believes in collecting memories, not things. He resides with his family, 2 dogs, ducks, chickens, geese, quails, or whatever else his wife Holly has decided should also share the family home in South Park, San Diego, CA.
General Contractor, Owner
Founder of Berkley Construction in 2004.
MBA International Business, SDSU
MA Latin American Studies, SDSU
BA Latin American Studies, UCSB
Keith grew up in San Diego and has been a part of the community for over 45 years. Keith focuses on the client experience and staff training. Developing Berkley Construction's approach to business is the cornerstone of this successful business venture. Every day, every month, Keith and his team try to improve the customer experience with innovative ideas such as cloud-based project management programs, and pre-construction contracts to make the construction process more effective and enjoyable.
Improving communication is the largest hurdle in the construction industry. Keith and his team improve their communication constantly to make for better project execution. Keith is skilled in the process of project management, building technology, has a keen design eye that leads to creative and unique project features, and embraces the new techniques while appreciating long practiced good traditions.
Historical renovations have a special place in Berkley Construction, but Keith believes there is no reason to lose modern performance with old world historical soul. Keith embraces tough engineering problems and enjoys the customer service relationships he has built over the years. Many of his former clients are long term friends and business partners.
Keith is a husband and father of two boys, coaches Coronado Pop-Warner Football, does most of the family cooking, is the creative energy and founder behind the remote area fishing and surfing Black Bass Lodge in Baja, California Sur, Mexico. He believes in collecting memories, not things. He resides with his family, 2 dogs, ducks, chickens, geese, quails, or whatever else his wife Holly has decided should also share the family home in South Park, San Diego, CA.
Tiffanie Glaze
Operations and Finance Manager Originally from Camarillo, CA, Tiffanie studied at UCSD where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education. After spending 4 years living and working abroad, Tiffanie relocated back to San Diego in 2014 where she joined the Berkley Construction team. She not only manages the day to day operations of the company, but oversees the financial health as well. Outside of work, Tiffanie is a new mom to daughter, Everest, and her toddler, Aurora, who she shares her passion of the outdoors, hiking, yoga, and cooking with. 
Karrie Johnson
Office Manager Karrie has her Associates degree in Business Management & Accounting along with an extensive Administrative background. Karrie joined the Berkley Construction team in the summer of 2018 as office staff and has since been a great contributing factor to the team. She runs the front office and assists the Operations and Finance Manager in the day to day operations. Raised in San Diego from the age of seven, but originally from Minnesota, Karrie enjoys spending time with her family which includes four children and two grandchildren. When she’s not in the office, she also enjoys spending time outdoors, running and hiking. |
Jose Vargas
Project Developer Jose is the newest member of the Berkley Construction team, but came to us with a great deal of experience. He has been in construction for over 15 years specializing in high end finish work. Some of Jose’s past projects have been featured in Architectural Digest. Jose enjoys working closely with home owners, design teams, and Architects to realize the clients' vision into reality. When Jose isn’t working, he enjoys the outdoors, urban gardening and coaching competitive soccer. 
Kelly Riley-Duckworth
Bookkeepr Kelly’s position here at Berkley Construction, Inc. is that of bookkeeper, although sometimes we have her wearing several different hats: human resources, payroll, data entry, receptionist and her favorite – playing with the dogs! Kelly graduated from San Diego City College with a degree in Liberal Studies and went on to San Diego State University to achieve her degree in Liberal Studies – Elementary Education. Her career background includes over 20 years of experience in the construction industry working for sub-contractors, and prior to that she spent 10+ years in the hospitality industry, as Controller and Finance Manager for several Hotel Management companies. When Kelly is not working, she enjoys her time riding motorcycles with her husband, gardening in her Urban Homestead, creating art and beekeeping. |
Joe Kidd
Project Manager Born in Oceanside, CA, Joe has been a part of the construction industry for over 20 years. In that time he has amassed experience in multiple trades, from masonry and carpentry to plumbing and tile setting. Joe also oversees in-house design, with over 5 years of experience in MEP design as well as 15 years of experience using AutoCAD. Despite his experience, he’s always ready to learn new skills and stay up on the latest and greatest in construction technology. As our Project Manager, he combines his trade knowledge with an eye for detail to bring projects to the satisfaction of even the most discerning customers. Outside of work, Joe enjoys married life as well as oil painting and playing bass. |