LEGACY & VISION:
THE HAZARD WAY
A CENTURY STRONG
Our story began in 1926, when Roscoe Elwood “Pappy” Hazard laid the foundation for what would become one of San Diego’s premier general engineering contracting firms. Over the past century, Hazard Construction has grown with the region — pioneering infrastructure, shaping places, and building long-lasting relationships with clients and communities alike.
A CENTURY STRONG
Our story began in 1926, when Roscoe Elwood “Pappy” Hazard laid the foundation for what would become one of San Diego’s premier general engineering contracting firms. Over the past century, Hazard Construction has grown with the region — pioneering infrastructure, shaping places, and building long-lasting relationships with clients and communities alike.



















SAFETY ABOVE ALL
Hazard Construction has employees and equipment to self-perform a wide range of services. With all facets of heavy civil construction comes inherent danger to our employees, the traveling public and the environment we work in. From every person hired to every business process created to watching out for your fellow employees, Hazard has developed a CULTURE to hold SAFETY first and foremost as a CORE Value of our company.
Our Employees are our #1 asset and making sure that they go home every night is what we are most proud of.
This dedication to safety is part of the Hazard Way.
COLLABORATIVE BY DESIGN
Hazard Construction is privately owned by senior leadership, meaning clients interact directly with decision-makers from start to finish. We value long-term relationships and bring a personalized approach to every partnership.
EVERY PROJECT BENEFITS FROM SEASONED LEADERSHIP, RESPONSIVE SERVICE, AND A COMMITMENT TO DOING WHAT'S RIGHT, NOT JUST WHAT'S EXPECTED.
DECADES OF EXPERIENCE.
ONE UNIFIED VISION.
Hazard Construction's leadership team brings together deep technical expertise, strategic oversight, and a shared commitment to building infrastructure that serves communities for generations. Their combined experience guides every project—from early planning to final delivery—with precision, accountability, and proven leadership.
Jason A. Mordhorst
President
William Rogers
Executive Vice President
Emmanuel Gavino
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Thunder
Vice President Operations
Bryan Seeger
Vice President Estimating
Jason A. Mordhorst
Jason Mordhorst has worked in the construction industry since 1997 and joined Hazard Construction in 2002 as an Estimator/Project Manager. His leadership and technical expertise led to his advancement to Vice President of Estimating/Project Management in 2007 and President in 2014.
Jason holds a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and dual master's degrees in Business Administration and Engineering Management from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where he graduated as valedictorian. He is a licensed Civil Engineer and Certified Qualified SWPPP Developer and serves on the board of directors for AGC San Diego.
William Rogers
William (Bill) Rogers began his construction career in 1978 as a Project Engineer and Estimator before joining R.E. Hazard Contracting Company in 1983. Following the formation of Hazard Construction Company in 1998, he advanced from Estimator to Vice President of Estimating and now serves as Executive Vice President. With decades of experience across public and private works projects, William oversees project management, estimating strategy, and contract negotiations. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
Emmanuel Gavino
Emmanuel (Noli) Gavino joined Hazard Construction in 2008 as Chief Financial Officer and Secretary. He oversees the company’s accounting, financial strategy, administration, and risk management operations. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Noli previously held corporate management roles with The Corky McMillin Companies, Sempra Energy, and Burnham Pacific Properties. He began his career in public accounting as an Audit Manager at Deloitte & Touche and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from the University of California, Berkeley.
Mark Thunder
Mark Thunder joined Hazard Construction in 2014 and serves as Vice President of Operations. With more than 37 years of construction industry experience, he brings extensive expertise in field management and operational leadership. Prior to Hazard, Mark held management roles at Daley Corporation, Nicholas Grant Corporation, and California Commercial Asphalt. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University, where he graduated Cum Laude, and is a licensed Civil Engineer.
Bryan Seeger
Bryan Seeger joined Hazard Construction in 2017 as an Estimator/Project Manager and now serves as Vice President of Estimating. He oversees estimating operations and supports the development of project teams while mentoring emerging professionals. Prior to Hazard, Bryan managed and estimated projects throughout Southern California with Erreca’s, Inc. and Flatiron Construction Corp. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University and is a licensed Civil Engineer and Certified QSD.
INDUSTRY TRUSTED
With nearly 100 years of experience, Hazard Construction has built lasting relationships across the industry by consistently delivering quality work, solving complex challenges, and standing behind every project.
"Hazard Companies has been one of our most valuable team members for Otay Crossings Commerce Park. Our 311-acre industrial development would not exist without the tireless efforts of the Hazard team. Part of the team since the project's inception, Hazard provided invaluable insight during the design process, facilitated the entitlements and permitting process, and - most importantly - delivered quality construction to help bring our Class-A development to life. Hazard's professionalism, flexibility, and creativity were all instrumental in our project's success."
"Hazard is a full service self-performing site contractor that is consistently delivering for us in a busy market. We rely upon these type of long term relationship's to make our real estate projects successful in a saturated market!"
"Hazard Construction is the partner we look to for all facets of heavy civil infrastructure. Their ability to execute the work, manage numerous revisions, adapt to aggressive schedule changes, and provide innovative ideas is invaluable. I would highly recommend them for any construction project."
"My clients rely on me to make resource recommendations that will add value to their projects. In making recommendations, my reputation is also at stake. Not only were they unbelievably professional and accommodating during project execution, the quality of Hazard's team's work, and their focus on customer satisfaction was unparalleled. I will gladly recommend Hazard Construction Company to my clients in the future!"
"As a San Diego based General Contractor, we rely heavily on our subcontractors to perform under demanding schedules and complicated projects. We would not be successful without trusted partners like Hazard Construction. The Hazard Construction team has completed multiple complicated projects for us and we rely on them for early budgets, competitive estimates, and performing in the field under demanding schedules and logistics. There service is excellent and they have consistently delivered the highest quality installations."
"Hazard Construction has demonstrated an ability to effectively manage large and complex construction projects, adjust to numerous revisions and meet required completion dates. I would recommend them for any site development projects."

