New Headquarters Building Project
OCERS Celebrates Groundbreaking of Future Headquarters
On April 15, 2026, the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) celebrated the groundbreaking of its future headquarters in Santa Ana, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s history.
The Replacement Headquarters Project reflects OCERS’ long-term commitment to serving its more than 55,000 members, retirees, beneficiaries, and participating employers. The new building is designed to support the organization’s evolving operational needs; it will provide a modern, sustainable, and collaborative workplace that enhances service delivery and positions OCERS for continued success in the decades ahead.
The groundbreaking ceremony brought together members of the Board of Retirement, executive leadership, staff, project partners, participating employers, and community leaders to commemorate the occasion. The event celebrated not only the start of construction but also a shared vision for OCERS’s future and its mission to provide retirement security for those it serves.
OCERS extends its gratitude to all who have contributed to the planning, design, and development of this transformative project. As construction moves forward, the organization looks forward to bringing this vision to life and creating a facility that will support its mission for generations to come.
Video Link: https://youtu.be/gv28iQBNvKM
Photos from the event: Groundbreaking event photos
OCERS to Host Groundbreaking Ceremony for Replacement Headquarters
OCERS will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its Replacement Headquarters on Wednesday, April 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the adjacent jobsite located at 1200 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701.
The event will include brief remarks, a formal groundbreaking, and photo opportunities. A light lunch will follow in the OCERS Board Room.
Guests are encouraged to RSVP in advance to assist with planning: EventBrite
New Headquarters Project – Site Work Beginning
February 3, 2026
The Replacement Headquarters Project has entered the Development phase. Beginning this week, site preparation work will start on the Tustin Parcel in advance of abatement and demolition of the neighboring medical office building.
As part of this work, 8-foot-tall perimeter construction fencing will be installed. Starting Thursday, February 5th, there will be no access to the OCERS parking lot from Tustin Avenue or the driveway at the corner of Wellington and Tustin. Visitors should enter the parking lot using the other two driveways on Wellington Avenue