Pankow Builders Launches Pankow Wood Structures to Expand Mid-Rise Housing Capabilities

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

Pankow Builders has launched Pankow Wood Structures, a new business unit created to expand the company’s capabilities in wood-framed construction and support a growing portfolio of mid-rise multifamily projects across California. The unit focuses on Type III and Type V construction across multifamily residential, affordable housing, senior housing, student housing, and mixed-use developments.

Pankow Wood Structures is led by Carl Vizcarra, who joins the firm as Vice President. Vizcarra brings more than 25 years of experience delivering complex wood-framed and multifamily projects throughout California. A graduate of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, with a B.S. in Construction Management, he has led more than $1.4 billion in multifamily and mixed-use construction. 

“Pankow Wood Structures allows us to broaden how we support housing delivery across the state,” Vizcarra said. “By combining dedicated wood-framed expertise with Pankow’s collaborative approach, we are positioned to deliver efficient, well-coordinated mid-rise projects.”

Vizcarra is supported by experienced project executives Jon Stoa and Sean Mishlof. Stoa brings more than 20 years of experience managing multifamily, mixed-use, and student housing developments totaling over $600 million in construction value. Mishlof contributes more than 13 years of experience overseeing nearly $1 billion in multifamily and mixed-use construction, guiding projects from early design through closeout.

Together, the team strengthens Pankow’s ability to deliver mid-rise housing projects with clarity, coordination, and disciplined execution.