Brian Schroth
Principal
San Francisco, United States
Brian is an innovative leader guiding RLB’s San Francisco office with nearly 30 years of experience across the Bay Area and beyond. Known for his forward-thinking mindset and ability to inspire teams, Brian has led transformative projects across sectors including education, residential, office, retail, and life sciences—many valued in the hundreds of millions.
His track record includes managing billion-dollar programs and overseeing entire geographic regions, where he has consistently delivered measurable results for both public and private clients. Notably, Brian has led project controls for global commercial giants like YouTube and steered complex initiatives exceeding $1 billion, demonstrating his ability to align strategic vision with operational execution.
Brian’s leadership style is rooted in empathy and collaboration. He builds high-performing teams by fostering trust, open communication, and shared purpose. His strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence have enabled him to cultivate lasting relationships with stakeholders, clients, and colleagues alike.
A results-driven strategist, Brian excels in project negotiations, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring financial and schedule performance. His deep expertise in commercial real estate, general contracting, and California’s regulatory landscape allows him to navigate complexity with confidence and precision.
Brian is also a passionate advocate for sustainability. He integrates environmentally responsible practices into his projects and champions long-term, sustainable development goals that benefit communities, the planet, and clients.