McCarthy Building Companies has reached two major milestones in the City of Ontario’s sweeping multibillion-dollar community expansion program, marking substantial progress in the city’s long-term urban, civic, and recreational growth strategy. The construction firm recently completed the new City of Ontario Parking Structure—a key element of the city’s Civic Center Campus Expansion—and officially broke ground on the Vineyard Parking Structure, which will anchor mobility needs within Ontario’s emerging Sports and Entertainment District.
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The six-story, $32.6 million City of Ontario Parking Structure, which began construction in February 2024, adds more than 300,000 square feet and 821 stalls to support City Hall, the Civic Center, nearby residents, and future city programming. Designed with long-term efficiency and sustainability in mind, the structure incorporates several modern features prioritized by Ontario officials, including:
- A rooftop photovoltaic (PV) solar array
- An advanced parking guidance system using red/green indicators
- 48 EV charging stations, with conduit for future expansion (21 installed initially)
- Durable exterior finishes including decorative metal elements, pre-cast panels, and colored CMU block
Following this milestone, McCarthy has launched construction on the $53 million Vineyard Parking Structure, a six-level, 1,289-stall facility designed to serve Ontario’s planned 100+ acre Sports and Entertainment District. The district will soon introduce new soccer fields, baseball facilities, public amenities, and a future Minor League Baseball stadium.
The Vineyard structure will include:
- 60 EV chargers plus infrastructure for an additional 183
- A PV solar array
- A full stall-by-stall sensor-based guidance system
- A 50’ x 150’ video wall to enhance experiences during events
- Decorative glazing, fabric graphics, and a prominent east elevator core for improved pedestrian flow
Completion is anticipated in September 2026.
McCarthy’s ability to self-perform major scopes—including concrete, earthwork, metal panels, plaster, civil utilities, and more—has enabled tighter control over scheduling, quality assurance, and construction sequencing. A nearly seamless workforce transition from one project to the next also helped maintain continuity and strengthen local craft engagement.
“Being able to support two major projects for the City of Ontario back-to-back has been an incredibly meaningful experience for our team,” said Andrew Raufi, Vice President Project Executive at McCarthy. “We’re proud of the trust Ontario has placed in McCarthy and honored to contribute to the city’s long-term vision.”
That commitment was echoed by city leadership. “From start to finish, the entire process with McCarthy was handled with professionalism, clear communication, and a high level of craftsmanship,” said Dan Beers, Design & Construction Director for the City of Ontario. “McCarthy consistently delivered on time, stayed within budget, and have always been responsive to our questions and any concerns we’ve had along the way.”
These projects build upon McCarthy’s previous work in Ontario, including the C-Block Parking Structure, and align with more than $3 billion in future civic and recreational capital investments the city is planning. As Ontario continues positioning itself as a premier destination for residents, businesses, and visitors, McCarthy remains an integral partner in delivering essential infrastructure.
Originally reported by McCarthy.
