Steve Podhurst

Steve Podhurst serves as Project Manager for the PBS R9 AMD SAT San Diego Support Section under the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he oversees the planning, execution, and contract administration of federal facility modernization projects. His role centers on delivering mission-critical construction and renovation services that ensure the safety, efficiency, and operational readiness of federal workspaces. He manages full lifecycle acquisitions for commercial and institutional building construction, coordinating with design teams, engineers, and contractors to align deliverables with GSA’s sustainability and resilience standards. His procurement activities are primarily focused on design-build and construction management at-risk contracts, ensuring compliance with federal building codes and energy performance benchmarks. Mr. Podhurst maintains a consistent working relationship with THE FERNANDO GROUP LLC, a trusted contractor with demonstrated expertise in federal facility upgrades. His procurement approach emphasizes collaborative project delivery, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors who exhibit reliability, technical proficiency, and adherence to federal construction standards. He prioritizes transparent communication, rigorous performance monitoring, and proactive risk mitigation throughout contract execution, ensuring projects meet schedule, quality, and safety objectives. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Mr. Podhurst exclusively utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring all eligible contracts are reserved for small business concerns. His contracting patterns reflect a deep commitment to equitable access, with no awards issued to large businesses, and a consistent preference for firms with proven experience in federal construction environments. His technical focus is narrowly aligned with NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), where he procures services including structural renovations, HVAC modernization, electrical upgrades, and ADA-compliant accessibility improvements. He possesses specialized knowledge in federal construction best practices, building envelope integrity, and performance-based specifications that support GSA’s mission to enhance facility resilience and occupant safety.