A FULL SERVICE GENERAL CONTRACTING FIRM

Empress Builders is a full-service general contracting team with an office in Laguna Beach.

We offer clients access to a dynamic and versatile team of skilled craftsman and professionals.  From pleasant administrative staff to skilled project management and field superintendent teams, we bring together a diverse range of talents and expertise to meet the demands of any construction project.  Empress Builders presents the ultimate formula for success, combining unparalleled technical expertise, vast knowledge, and extensive experience.

We have successfully completed projects in the following neighborhoods in Laguna Beach and Newport Beach:

Three Arch Bay

South Laguna Beach

Top of the World

Temple Hills

Emerald Bay

North Laguna

Woods Cove

Arch Beach Heights

Upper Diamond

Victoria Beach

Balboa Peninsula

Alta Vista

Crystal Cove

Lido Isle

Corona Del Mar

Pelican Crest

A custom home is the creations of a residence that not only embodies exceptional quality and design but also stands as a lasting testament to refined living and personal heritage. A luxury legacy home is meticulously crafted with attention to every detail, using the finest materials and incorporating cutting-edge technologies, ensuring both timeless elegance and modern functionality. This type of home is designed to be more than just a place of comfort; it is an investment in a future where its beauty, craftsmanship, and value are preserved and appreciated by future generations.

When you partner with Empress Builders, you're entrusting your home to a team dedicated to delivering excellence in every detail.  Our goal is to exceed your expectations, ensuring each project is completed to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Imer Bauta, P.E.

Imer is the Chief Executive Officer & Founder of Empress Builders.

As a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) Imer offers the highest standard of technical expertise in the general contracting industry.

Since founding Empress Builders, Imer’s technical expertise in the design and construction of luxury and ultra-luxury custom homes has been highly sought after and has earned Empress Builders a reputation for delivering superior quality projects throughout coastal Orange County.  Imer is known for his professionalism, relentless work ethic, and attention to detail throughout the construction process.  He aims to deliver exceptional quality and exceed client expectations in every project undertaken.

With a lifetime of passion and devotion to construction, Imer holds a bachelor’s and master’s in civil engineering from the prestigious Villanova University.  Before founding Empress Builders, Imer served in lead Project Management and Superintendent roles in the construction of over $500 Million in construction projects, including luxury high-rise residential buildings, high-end retail spaces, and custom homes. 

In addition to leading the Empress Builders team, Imer is an elected committee member for the Laguna Beach City’s View Restoration Committee and an active member of the Laguna Beach Rotary Club and Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce.  Imer, his wife Carly, and four children are residents of Laguna Beach.

EDUCATION:

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Villanova University

M.S. in Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering, Villanova University