About
Los Angeles Residential Reconstruction Experts.
Dolphin Ten Development specializes in reconstructing homes after a fire or other disaster. We partner with you to reconstruct your home, underbudget and on schedule. Our strategic partnership with Miyamoto International’s Fire Recovery & Rebuilding Experts provides unparalleled engineering and support. With a 25-year foundation in managing complex projects, we bring the professionalism, precision, and care needed to bring your home back to life, on time and on budget.
John Ruud | Founder
About
Services

Complete Construction Management Solutions.

Our team provides comprehensive construction management focused on the unique needs of residential clients. From navigating the initial chaos of a disaster to handing you the keys to your beautifully rebuilt home, we are your dedicated partners at every step.

Fire Reconstruction & Custom Homes

Expert guidance through every phase of rebuilding. We manage insurance claims, architectural plans, city permits, and construction for fire-damaged properties, luxury renovations, and new custom homes.

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Pre-Construction Planning

A successful rebuild starts with a solid plan. We provide detailed estimates, value engineering, scheduling, and logistical planning to ensure your project begins on solid ground and stays on budget.

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Hands-On Project Management

Complete in-field oversight from our experienced team. We manage all trades, maintain the highest quality standards, and ensure constant communication, keeping your project moving forward efficiently.

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Commercial & Multi-Unit Projects

Our extensive experience with large-scale commercial and multi-unit projects ensures we have the robust systems and expertise to handle even the most complex residential builds with unmatched professionalism.

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Building Success,
On Time, Every Time
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Industry Leading Construction Management.

Your construction experts in Southern California and beyond.

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Tower Grove Drive Estate Renovation

Complete structural restoration and luxury renovation of an 8,000 SF Benedict Canyon estate, featuring premium finishes and comprehensive systems upgrades in one of Los Angeles’ most exclusive neighborhoods.

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Private Residence, Encino

A seamless design-build transformation in Encino, featuring a complete bathroom gut and remodel, new doors, floor refurbishment, and high-end finishes that redefined the home’s character and comfort.

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Brentwood 54-Unit Luxury Residence

Spearheaded the crucial final stages of a 54-unit, $40M luxury apartment building, managing everything from interior unit completion to final site work, amenities, and project turnover in a premier Brentwood location.

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4543 Finley Avenue

Structural concrete and site hardscape for sophisticated 9-unit residential building in historic neighborhood.

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Mission

Our Mission.

To Rebuild LA. On Time. On Budget.

Top Notch

“John and his team at Dolphin Ten delivered exceptional project management for our 150-unit apartment complex. Their pre-construction planning was thorough, and they kept us on schedule and under budget throughout the entire build. We’ve worked with many contractors over the years, and Dolphin Ten’s attention to detail and communication is unmatched.”

Sarah Martinez

Pacific Coast Development

On Time & On Budget

“We needed a reliable construction management partner for our retail center expansion, and Dolphin Ten exceeded our expectations. John’s experience really showed – he anticipated challenges before they became problems and coordinated all trades seamlessly. The project finished two weeks early, which allowed us to open for the holiday season. Highly recommend.”

Michael Chen

Westside Properties

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A Strategic Partnership to Rebuild LA

John Ruud’s expert construction management and Miyamoto International’s world-class engineering.

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About Our Founder, John Ruud

John brings over 25 years of hands-on experience, managing complex residential and commercial projects for top-tier firms like C.W. Driver and The Olson Company. His background in overseeing large-scale builds provides the robust systems and expertise needed to navigate the unique challenges of fire reconstruction, ensuring every project is managed with precision and professionalism.

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An Alliance with Miyamoto International

To provide homeowners with a seamless path to recovery, Dolphin Ten has joined forces with Miyamoto International’s Fire Recovery & Rebuilding Experts program. This powerful alliance is the engine behind the Rebuild LA initiative, combining Miyamoto’s world-class structural engineering with Dolphin Ten’s on-the-ground project management. Together, we offer a single, coordinated team dedicated to rebuilding stronger, safer homes on time and on budget.

We’d like to hear from you.

Partner with our experienced construction management team.

Dolphin Ten Development

(310) 418-3092

jruud@dolphinten.com

Los Angeles, CA

2400 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405
USA

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