ABOUT US
South Bay Grading is a Bay Area-based heavy civil contractor and estimating consulting firm. We specialize in Class A General Engineering services, including grading, excavation, and site work. We work directly with contractors who are ready to compete for bigger projects and build businesses that last.
We operate on two fronts. As a general engineering contractor, we self-perform and manage complex field operations from start to finish, sourcing the right subcontractors, overseeing execution, and delivering projects on time, on budget, and to spec. As a consulting and estimating firm, we work side by side with contractors to sharpen their bids, strengthen their operations, and position them to win work they never thought was within reach.
After 45 years in the field, our founder Shawn Dean had seen the same story play out too many times. Skilled, hardworking contractors were losing bids not because of their ability, but because they lacked the systems, the numbers, and the support to compete at the next level. Some were being underserved. Some were being overcharged. Some simply didn't have anyone in their corner who had actually been in the trenches. South Bay Grading was built to change that.
We are a fully licensed, bonded, and insured Class A General Engineering Contractor. Our services include:
- Demolition
- Rough and finish grading
- Wet utilities
- Concrete
- Asphalt
- Landscaping
Our Mission
Our mission is to help 100 local contractors reach $10 million in revenue by 2035. We measure our success by the growth of the builders we serve, not just the projects we complete.
The People Behind the Work
Every contractor who works with South Bay Grading is working with this team. Here is who you will be dealing with and what each of them brings to the table.
Shawn Dean
Founder and Owner
With over 45 years in the construction industry, Shawn built South Bay Grading to give contractors the field execution and business infrastructure they need to grow. Trained under Grant Cardone and Brandon Dawson, he brings the same business strategies that scaled SBG directly to the contractors he works with. His belief is simple: every hardworking contractor deserves a real shot at building something bigger.
Allison Dean
Marketing Manager
Allison is the creative heart of South Bay Grading. She has a genuine passion for storytelling and a gift for connecting people, and it shows in everything she creates. Behind every campaign, every post, and every piece of content is someone who truly cares about the company, the team, and the contractors SBG serves. She does not just market a business. She tells a story worth hearing.
Aaron Hosmer
Project Manager
Aaron has over a decade of hands-on construction experience and brings that real-world knowledge into every project he oversees. He takes pride in understanding the unique needs of each client, making sure every job runs smoothly from start to finish. His commitment to excellence and his ability to navigate challenges before they become problems make him someone you want in your corner on every project.
Jered Dean
Chief Estimator
Jered has a genuine love for the numbers side of construction and it shows in the care he puts into every estimate. He takes the time to understand each project deeply, making sure every figure is accurate, thoughtful, and tailored to the job. His dedication to precision and his passion for helping contractors compete and win is what drives him every single day.
Sandy Oliveira
Executive Assistant
Sandy genuinely loves connecting with people and makes sure every client and contractor who reaches out feels heard, valued, and taken care of. Behind the scenes, she keeps the entire operation running smoothly, managing schedules, coordinating communication, and making sure nothing gets missed. Whether it is your first time reaching out or you have been with us for years, Sandy will make you feel right at home.