Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Heavy Civil Construction Partner in California
Security Paving has been a family-owned leader in heavy civil construction since 1949, specializing in highways, bridges, and airport infrastructure. Our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has positioned us as Californias top Caltrans contractor by volume, delivering over 75 years of expertise. We prioritize self-performance of work, in-house engineering support, and collaborative partnerships with stakeholders to ensure project success. Our principles of resource control, flexibility, and client-focused communication have earned us numerous industry awards and long-term client trust.With 1,100 employees and regional offices across California, we combine generational experience with cutting-edge methodologies to meet complex project demands. Our emergency response capabilities, demonstrated by rapid solutions like the 6-day I-10 Freeway repair, underscore our dedication to public safety and operational excellence. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, problem-solving agility, and ability to exceed schedule expectations while maintaining strict safety standards.
Services
Highway Construction
Bridge Replacement
Emergency Repairs
Airport Rehabilitation
Portable Crushing
Design-Build Projects
HOV Lane Development
Sound Wall Installation
Retaining Walls
Freeway Interchange Upgrades
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in heavy civil construction.
- Our family-owned structure ensures personalized client relationships and accountability.
- We self-perform critical work to maintain quality and scheduling control.
- Our in-house engineering team supports real-time problem-solving on complex projects.
- Weve received 23 Caltrans Partnering Awards for collaborative excellence.
What people say
Motivated, responsive
Solved challenges quickly
Completed 14 months early
Excellent coordination
Safety first approach
Services
Highway Construction
Security Paving specializes in highway construction, delivering projects like the I-5 HOV connector with 24/7 carpool lanes. Our expertise includes retaining walls, bridge widening, and traffic flow optimization. Clients benefit from our in-house engineering and rapid mobilization capabilities, ensuring minimal disruption to commuters.
Bridge Replacement
We execute complex bridge replacements such as the 111-foot Washington Bridge project. Our approach combines advanced materials with safety-focused execution, reducing congestion and enhancing structural longevity. The Santa Ana Blvd Bridge project demonstrated our ability to overcome challenges while maintaining public access.
Emergency Repairs
Our emergency response team rapidly repaired the fire-damaged I-10 Freeway in 6 days using proprietary shoring systems. This 24/7 service leverages pre-positioned equipment and experienced crews to restore critical infrastructure while ensuring public safety and regulatory compliance.
Airport Rehabilitation
We specialize in airfield pavement rehabilitation, including Van Nuys Airports Runway 16R. Our work maintains FAA standards while minimizing airport downtime. Projects incorporate specialized materials and night-shift operations to preserve aviation schedules and safety protocols.
Portable Crushing
Our portable crushing services process over 3.8 million tons of concrete annually. This sustainable solution reduces landfill waste while providing cost-effective aggregates for new construction. The service supports both our projects and third-party contractors across California.
People
Mike Mattivi
CEO
Mike Mattivi leads Security Paving with decades of construction industry experience. He emphasizes safety-first practices and technological innovation while maintaining the company's family-owned values of accountability and client partnership.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Security Paving specialize in?
We focus on highways, bridges, airports, and emergency infrastructure projects, with expertise in both traditional bid-build and alternative delivery methods like design-build.
How does Security Paving handle emergency infrastructure repairs?
Our rapid response team mobilizes within hours using pre-stocked materials and in-house transport, as demonstrated by our 6-day I-10 Freeway repair completed during the 2023 emergency closure.
Can Security Paving support projects outside California?
While our primary focus is California and Nevada, our scalable resources and regional offices enable us to support transportation projects across the Western United States.
What safety measures does the company prioritize?
Safety is integral to all operations, featuring mandatory training programs, on-site safety officers, and engineering controls that resulted in zero incidents during the high-risk I-10 emergency project.
How does Security Paving ensure project timelines are met?
We self-perform critical work elements, maintain equipment fleets, and employ in-house engineers to resolve issues immediately, consistently delivering projects ahead of schedule like the 14-month accelerated I-5 widening.