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Jeff Brickner, PE
Jeff Brickner, PE, has joined Stantec’s Las Vegas office as a senior principal and Area Manager for U.S. West Transportation. With more than 34 years of experience in the infrastructure industry, Brickner will lead transportation-related activities in the Northwest and Southwest regions. He will be focused on the transit, aviation, highway, and ports/harbors market sectors and will be assisting the transportation group diversify their service offerings. Brickner is a Penn State University grad.
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Saturn Ontiveros
The Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA) has announced Saturn Ontiveros Jr. as Student Services Administrator. In this role, which is new to the ABA, Ontiveros will guide and counsel over 300 students of the ABA’s four apprenticeship programs— electrical, heavy equipment operator, diesel mechanic or surveying. He will also help facilitate the organization’s expansion with more programs, partners and students.
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
Kimberly Trueba
Forté Specialty Contractors, a Las Vegas-based construction company specializing in building experiential venues within the hospitality, restaurant, retail and entertainment industries, announced today Kimberly Trueba has been appointed to the firm’s senior leadership team. Trueba joins Forté with significant experience in design, development and construction for the hospitality, restaurant, theme park and residential real estate industries.
Friday, September 30, 2016
Damon Jeffrey
As the new Director of Development Services at VanTrust Real Estate's Phoenix headquarters, Damon works with designers and contractors in the multifamily, industrial and office market sectors to execute projects as they are identified during development. Jeffrey brings over 15 years of experience as an office and industrial project manager and estimator.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Dwayne Miller
JBA Consulting Engineers has promoted Dwayne Miller to Chairman of the Board. He'll be responsible for strategic client relationships, implementing new design technologies, and increasing JBA's involvement in the engineering community. Since 1997, Miller served as JBA's President and CEO. With more than 25 years in the industry, Miller is a C-2 License Master Electrician in Nevada, a Certified Power Quality Professional and a Registered Communications Distribution Designer.
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Jim Gist
Jim Gist has been named Chief Executive Officer of JBA Consulting Engineers. Gist was hired in 2011 as JBA's Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. As CSMO, Gist helped guide the firm into new markets while expanding JBA's efforts in building services, fire protection, acoustics and technology consulting. Prior to joining JBA, Gist was Vice President of Control4 and oversaw the development and deployment of MGM's City Center guest room automation system.
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Stephen Ranck
Gensler has appointed Stephen Ranck as managing director of the Las Vegas office. With more than 25 years of experience in architecture, interior architecture and project management, Ranck also serves as Gensler’s Southwest Regional Hospitality Practice Area Leader. During his tenure at Gensler, Ranck has cemented global relationships with notable clients in the hospitality, mixed-use, integrated resort, convention center, entertainment venue, and education practice areas.
Friday, June 10, 2016
Joseph Lorenzini, P.E.
T.Y. Lin International (TYLI), a globally recognized full-service infrastructure consulting firm, announces that Joseph Lorenzini, P.E., Principal Rail Engineer for TYLI’s Central Region, has been promoted to Vice President. Lorenzini joined TYLI in 2013, bringing close to 40 years of experience in highway, transit, and freight rail projects, ranging from feasibility studies through construction services.
Thursday, June 9, 2016
Brian Wildschuetz
The Weitz Company hired Brian Wildschuetz as project manager in their Phoenix office. With 8 years of construction experience, Brian has direct responsibility to ensure project success during preconstruction and construction phases. Working closely with project teams, he ensures schedule and cost milestones are met and exceeds client’s expectations.
Friday, May 20, 2016
Chris Cantwell
The Weitz Company has hired Chris Cantwell as project manager for their Phoenix office. Chris brings 14 years of experience to Weitz. He is responsible for leading project teams from construction development to project completion. He also participates in Weitz’s marketing and business development efforts.
Friday, May 20, 2016
Erik Yingling
Stacy and Witbeck. Inc. has promoted Erik Yingling to the positon of Vice President. A graduate of Portland State University, Erik has worked for the firm for his entire 20-year career. He has been instrumental in the success of significant rail transit construction projects in Arizona, California, Oregon, and Utah, including three light rail projects for Valley Metro Rail. Erik will be responsible for managing operations in the Southwest.
David Rosato
JLL has hired 20-year industry veteran David Rosato as Senior VP in charge of its growing Phoenix Project & Development Services (PDS) group. PDS provides consultation and project/design/construction management for office, industrial and retail space. The team has almost 70 active local jobs valued at approximately $125 million, including the Isagenix headquarters in Gilbert and the Northern Trust building at Discovery Business Campus in Tempe.
Brian Norris
Stantec is pleased to announce that Brian Norris has joined the company’s Las Vegas office as vice president and regional business leader for its transportation practice. With nearly 30 years of leading large-scale workforce management and project oversight, Norris will spearhead and guide Stantec’s transportation practice teams in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington to support the company’s continually growing marketplace presence and capabilities.
Greg Hellem
Forté Specialty Contractors, a Las Vegas-based construction company specializing in building for the experience for restaurants, nightclubs, museum exhibits and themed, experiential venues, has announced the hire of Greg Hellem as superintendent. Based in the company’s Las Vegas headquarters, Hellem is responsible for providing leadership to on-site staff to ensure projects are completed on-time and on-budget. Hellem’s first project with Forté will be Wynn’s newest nightclub, Intrigue.
Jon Treen
Stantec is pleased to announce that Jon Treen was promoted to senior vice president of the company’s global mining business line. He will be based in Tempe, Arizona. With over 20 years of industry leadership experience in major project management, engineering, and operations, Treen will steer a distributed staff of 250 professionals focused on mine design and infrastructure. For the practice he will also provide direction on resource management, business development, and financial performance.
Dustin Slack
The Opus Group announced today that Dustin Slack has joined Opus Development Company, L.L.C. as vice president, real estate development. In his new role, Dustin will be responsible for sourcing new development opportunities.
Slack brings more than two decades of experience in real estate development and architecture to Opus and is a welcome addition to the team as Opus continues to grow its portfolio of projects in the Phoenix market and across the region.
U.S Concrete Precast Group Announces Promotion of Dale Godwin to General Manager
Dale will focus on customer stratification, business growth, as well as continue efforts to provide high quality products and outstanding service to customers.
Doug McLaughlin, Marc Davis
Phoenix, Arizona
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Vice President/CEO
Recognized by ENR Southwest Magazine as one of the "Top 20 under 40" featured in their January 17, 2011 edition.
General Contracting and Construction Management
Lakeside, AZ
WIH Resource Group Celebrates Sixth Anniversary!
A Tradition of Innovation and Leadership continues as WIH Resource Group, Inc. Celebrates its Sixth Anniversary!!
On June 2nd, 2005, Bob Wallace & Associates officially incorporated WIH Resource Group, Inc. and began operations as a waste management, recycling, environmental and Logistical consulting firm. Six years later, the firm is a recognized innovator and leader in waste management with success stories throughout the country and abroad.
Bob Wallace, Principal & VP of Client Solutions
Phoenix, Arizona USA
Industry Relations Account Executive
Bree Boehlke joins Torres Consulting and Law Group as industry relations account executive. Ms. Boehlke coordinates with international developers, local business groups, non-profit organizations and local government to maximize opportunities for client stakeholders.
Consultant, Contractor Associations, Construction Trade Unions
Phoenix, Arizona
Designer Healthcare Studio
Shepley Bulfinch is pleased to Her extensive portfolio includes a number of projects for Banner Healthcare, as well as multiple others.
At the Phoenix Studio of Shepley Bulfinch, she is now working on several projects for University Medical Center in Tucson, and is looking forward to opportunities to advance her interest in evidence-based design.
announce that Katherine (Katie) Westrick, EDAC, LEED AP, has joined the firm’s Phoenix office as a member of the healthcare design practice.
Her extensive portfolio includes a number of projects for Banner Healthcare.
At the Phoenix Studio of Shepley Bulfinch, she is now working on several projects for University Medical Center in Tucson, and is looking forward to opportunities to advance her interest in evidence-based design.
Shepley Bulfinch Phoenix-architecture studio
Phoenix
Phil Becker, Vice President
Phil recently celebrated twelve years of service at TynanGroup, Inc.
Project Management
Phoenix, AZ
Glen Maxwell Named VP of Preconstruction at PENTA Building Group
Glen Maxwell has been promoted to Vice President of Preconstruction at The PENTA Building Group. In his new role, Maxwell will be responsible for the direction and oversight of PENTA's Preconstruction and Estimating Department and the acquisition of new work to maintain and support the financial and growth objectives of the company. He has over 20 years in the industry and has a Masters in Civil Engineering from UNLV.
General Contractor, Construction Manager, Design-build
Las Vegas, NV
Joel Wallis Named VP of Operations at PENTA Building Group
Joel Wallis has been promoted to Vice President of Operations at The PENTA Building Group. Wallis is responsible for ensuring the successful management of all PENTA construction projects company-wide. He has over 20 years of experience, having worked most recently as PENTA's Southern California Area Manager. Wallis joined PENTA in 2002 and has a degree in Construction Management from Chico State University.
General Contractor, Construction Manager, Design-build
Las Vegas, NV
Larry Rickels to Lead Datum Engineers' New Office in San Antonio
Datum Engineers is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in San Antonio, Texas. We greatly
appreciate all of our talented clients and friends in San Antonio, and look forward to serving this community even
more closely. The San Antonio office will be built around Larry Rickels, P.E., a 15-year industry veteran who has
made San Antonio his home for over a decade. Larry joins Datum as a Principal, and will work to grow this office with support from all of Datum's Principals.
Datum Engineers
San Antonio
Vice President of Business Development
Midstate Mechanical is pleased to announce Sue Sylvester as Vice President of Business Development. She brings a proven track record for developing successful teams and superior client relations. In her new position, Sylvester is charged with all facets of business development, including overall strategy, new market segments, and managing the existing client base. She will focus on working with clients pursuing an array of construction activities throughout the state.
“Sue Sylvester is an enormous asset to the Midstate Mechanical team. Her experience and understanding of clients’ needs provides an important facet to our management team and helps our customers maximize both energy savings and building improvements. Her enthusiasm, professionalism and energy will bring a new perspective to the organization and not only build upon existing relationships, but help to create new ones,” says Midstate’s CEO Dave Jones. Sylvester brings over 20 years of experience in the areas of business development, management and business development strategy.
Sylvester serves on the Pinal County Partnership Renewable Energy Committee and is past chair and Co-Founder of U.S. Green Building Council Arizona Chapter. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Arizona State University.
Mechanical Contractor
Phoenix, AZ
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Jack Albert Now a Partner With Vista Construction in Phoenix
Jack Albert recently joined Vista Construction LLC as a new Partner
General Contractor
Phoenix, AZ
Director of 3D Scanning
Las Vegas-based Wallace Morris Surveying announced Ryan Martina, LSI, as director of 3D scanning. Prior, Martina was project manager for a leading industrialo measurement company in Portland, Oregon. At Wallace Morris Surveing he will head up the 3D scanning division, registering and geo referencing for all projects utilizing the Faro Focus 3D Scanner
Wallace Morris Surveying
Las Vegas, Nevada
Sean Stewart Names Executive VP of Las Vegas AGC
Sean Stewart has been named executive vice president for the Las Vegas chapter of the Associated General Contractors and the Nevada Contractors Association. Stewart most recently served as vice president and regional counsel for Aggregate Industries - SWR.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Director of Marketing Strategy
Small Giants, Phoenix, has hired Kelly McClellan as the firm’s Director of Marketing Strategy to lead marketing strategies for clients’ business plans, business development, proposal and interview strategy. McClellan brings extensive marketing and business development experience, most recently, holding a Business Development position with Knoll, one of the largest quality furniture manufactures in the country where she worked with in tandem with top design firms for clients such as Cole Companies and Starwood Hotels.
Small Giants LLC is a Phoenix-based, full-service marketing and business development firm, serving commercial real estate related companies, including general contractors, architects, engineers and subcontractors. As a company, they specialize in marketing, business development, business strategies, recruiting and in-house training.
Marketing
Phoenix, Arizona
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Abbey Carpenter Joins Small Giants as Marketing Coordinator
Small Giants, Phoenix, has hired Abbey Carpenter as the firm's Marketing Coordinator to assist and project manage creative marketing, graphics, social media, website direction, and proposal development for clients.
Small Giants
Phoenix, Arizona
Russell Bradley Named Project Manager at W & W Structural
W & W Structural, Inc. announces that Russell Bradley joined the firm as Project Manager. With over 17 years of solid experience in the structural and miscellaneous steel industry in Arizona, Bradley brings a proven track record in building client relationships and developing new business. Russ has managed numerous projects in various markets including retail, commercial, education, worship, medical, mining and residential. Jodi Malenfant, President and CEO of W & W Structural, commented, "Russell brings extensive knowledge in project management, sales and estimating. We are delighted to have him on board." W & W Structural Steel is a SBE/DBE/WBE certified Structural Steel contractor. W & W was founded in 1987, as a full service structural and miscellaneous steel firm.
W&W Structural, Inc.
1971 E. 5th Street, Suite 108, Tempe, Arizona 85281
Vince Illia Named Top 100 Peterbilt Salesman
Peterbilt Motors Co., a PACCAR Co., recently named Vince Illia one of the top 100 salesmen in North America for 2012. He was the only Nevadan to earn the national honor. Illia is the truck sales manager for Peterbilt of Las Vegas at 4120 Donovan Way in North Las Vegas. A record $2.7 million, 20-truck order to Las Vegas Paving Corp. earlier this year helped Illia cinch the award.
Vince Illia
North Las Vegas, Nevada
SWCA Hires Dr. Thomas Barrett as Program Director
SWCA Environmental Consultants has hired Dr. Thomas P. Barrett as cultural resources program director for the company's Albuquerque and Durango offices.
Cultural Resources Program Director
Albuquerque
Senior Structural Engineer Sam Hobi Joins McKim & Creed
Sam Hobi, PE, has joined McKim & Creed as a senior structural engineer. Hobi specializes in all aspects of structural engineering, including the design and analysis of reinforced concrete, structural steel and reinforced masonry structures; above- and below-grade plant process infrastructure; and earth-retaining and flood-control systems. He is proficient in such industry-standard analysis and design tools as MathCAD, STAAD and PCA-mats, and has developed design templates for pumping station global stability analysis and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ pumping station substructures.
McKim & Creed
Clearwater, FL
Tim Muller
Tim Muller, P.E. has joined Haydon Building Corp as Pre-Construction Director for their Heavy Civil Division. Muller will be responsible for projects throughout Arizona. He brings more than 40 years of experience to his new role, most recently serving as Southwest Regional Manager for Austin Bridge & Road, where he was involved with a variety of projects including the Taxiway R Bridge for the Sky Harbor Automated Train and the new Loop 303 project from Happy Valley Road to Lake Pleasant Parkway. Muller earned a B.S. in Construction Engineering from Iowa State University and a B.S. in Government from St. John’s University, Minnesota. Muller is a member of the local chapter of ASHE and AGC.
Haydon Building Corp
Phoenix, AZ
David Hogan, Architectural Manufacturer Representative
Architectural Products is responsible for connecting architects with Spec-Rite Designs in order to meet their product needs.
Construction Management
Tempe, AZ
Yash Mehta Joins McCarthy
Yash Mehta was recently hired by McCarthy Southwest as Director of Preconstruction.
McCarthy Building Companies
Phoenix
Derek Wright Named President of Suntec Concrete
Suntec Concrete, Phoenix, announced today that Derek Wright has been named president of the 700-employee concrete construction firm. Wright has been with the company for more than 24 years and is well positioned for this role, having started as a carpenter in 1990, and managing several divisions prior to becoming vice president in 1997.
“Suntec will continue its pursuit of excellence with the same ownership dynamic going forward to ensure their clients of the utmost commitment to continual partnering and shared success for building the best buildings in the industry,” Wright stated regarding the promotion.
According to Jerry Barnier, former president and founder of Suntec Concrete, the change comes as a logical progression as Wright has led the operational direction of the company for the last 16 years. “Derek’s promotion is an example of what makes Suntec work—he has led this great team for many years as vice president; it was good timing and opportunity for me to participate where I fit best as well.” Barnier, who founded the company 30 years ago, will continue in a similar capacity with the company as before, emphasizing the involvement in the upfront design concepts of complex projects and working hands on with clients and Suntec tradesmen.
“Derek has a passion for growing the company and continues to explore ways to serve our clients and build great work,” Barnier continued. Barnier remains as a majority owner of the company and has six additional partners.
The success Suntec has enjoyed under Wright’s leadership and direction is not only evident by the company’s growth in revenue but by the commitment to its clients and employees. Wright’s passion for innovation, performance, and growth of people has lead Suntec to being named ENR Southwest’s 2013 Specialty Contractor of the Year.
concrete contractor
Phoenix, AZ
Derek Sola Joins Gensler as Architectural Designer
Derek Sola, with 18 years of architectural experience, has demonstrated leadership throughout every phase of a project. He has played a key role in several local, gaming, hospitality and entertainment projects.
Derek Sola is a registered architect in the states of Nevada and California and certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). In addition, he is a LEED Accredited Professional with specialty in Building, Design and Construction. He holds a Masters of Architecture degree from the Southern California Institute of Architecture as well as a Bachelors of Science in Architectural Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana, Champaign.
Hospitality
Las Vegas, Nevada
Christopher Fenton Joins Gensler as Project Manager
With over 20 years of experience, Christopher Fenton brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his role as a Project Manager at Gensler. His commitment to excellence shines through in his leadership style and long-term, quality client relationships. Christopher has diverse project experience ranging from transportation, aviation, research labs, and civic and educational projects to cultural arts centers and office buildings.
Christopher is actively involved in the local community and was a member of the Las Vegas AIA Board of Directors from 2006 to 2013. He was awarded the AIA Nevada Young Architect Citation in 2007. He has a Master of Architecture from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and a Bachelors of Science in Architectural Engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Architect
Las Vegas, Nevada
Jennie Bowman Named Director of Marketing & Business Development for JBA Consulting Engineers
Jennie Bowman is the new Director of Marketing and Business Development for JBA Consulting Engineers, headquartered in Las Vegas, NV. She is responsible for leading the growth and strategic development of JBA’s global marketing, branding and communication, and driving domestic business development strategies for JBA’s engineering business units to increase client awareness of JBA’s consulting services. Prior to joining JBA, Jennie was with the PENTA Building Group for nearly a decade. She has a MBA from the University of Phoenix and two Bachelor degrees from the University of Montana. She is President Elect for the Las Vegas Chapter of Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) and is an active member of AIA Las Vegas and the American Marketing Association (AMA).
Engineer, Architect, Contractor
Las Vegas, NV
NDOT Names New Public Information Officer
The Nevada Department of Transportation recently named Tony Illia public information officer II. He will serve as primary agency spokesman for District I, encompassing the Las Vegas Valley, as well as Clark, Lincoln, Esmeralda, Mineral and Nye counties. Duties consist of coordinating website and social media, stakeholder outreach, making presentations, and media communications. Illia had served as Las Vegas-based special correspondent for the McGraw-Hill Construction Group, including Engineering News-Record (ENR), Architectural Record, and ENR Southwest, from 2000 to 2014. He had also been a frequent contributor to the Las Vegas Business Press, Las Vegas Review-Journal, and CityLife, among other publications, during the last decade. Illia holds a master’s degree in English from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Tony Illia
Las Vegas, Nevada
Redhawk Power Station
UA Pipe Trades 469 team, working for Siemens, handled a shutdown at the Redhawk Power Station in Maricopa County. The team pictured from left to right includes John Deese (welder), Nathon Cross (welder), Jeff Sloan (pipefitter), Alex Rodriguez (pipefitter), Gabe Hernandez (pipefitter), Christian Cruz (foreman)
Siemens, UA Pipe Trades Local 469
Maricopa County
Johnson Carlier Names Tina Bark-Roy as Director of Client Development
Johnson Carlier, a locally-based general contractor, announced today that Tina Bark-Roy has joined the company as Director of Client Development. Bark-Roy brings a diverse background of entrepreneurship, global travel, hospitality sales and customer service to her new role.
Bark-Roy has a Bachelor of Arts degree from American University of Paris in France and is fluent in English, Spanish and French. As a small business owner formally, she was responsible for customer sales and management, branding and client retention activities.
Johnson Carlier
Tempe, Ariz
Kendall Chadwell Joins Johnson Carlier as Marketing Director
Johnson Carlier, a locally-based general contractor, announced today that Kendall Chadwell has joined the company as Marketing Director. Chadwell has worked in the architecture, construction and engineering (AEC) industry for five years, focusing on strategic marketing tactics for the firm.
Chadwell is a graduate of Arizona State University with a degree in communications and experience with marketing for public and private market segments.
Johnson Carlier
Tempe, Ariz.
Elena Henry, Sr. PE With Johnson Carlier, Named BPW 2014 Woman of the Year
Elena Henry, with general contracting firm Johnson Carlier, was recently honored at the Business and Professional Women of Arizona State Convention, naming her 2014 Woman of the Year. She was recognized for her contributions to the Phoenix local organization throughout the 2013-14 year.
Each year, the woman of the year chair reviews the contributions of women who make a difference in their local community, through committee work, BPW activity participation, civic engagement, as well as her community service contributions. A vote from the executive board and members is sought to confirm the candidate selection.
A spokesperson for the Phoenix BPW, said “(Elena) lights up any room with her positive energy and injects her inquiring mind to allow those present to consider alternative solutions to a task at hand.’
In addition to her community, industry and chapter accomplishments, Henry has a unique path to arrive at this leadership recognition. She came to the U.S. 22 years ago from Kathmandu, Nepal to further her education at Arizona State University. She is currently the Treasurer of Phoenix BPW, a position she served in for two years.
Johnson Carlier
Tempe, Ariz.
Jack Albert Joins Johnson Carlier as Senior Project Manager
Johnson Carlier announces Jack Albert, senior project manager addition
TEMPE, ARIZ. - Johnson Carlier, a locally-based general contractor, announced today that Jack Albert has joined the company as Senior Project Manager. Albert is a LEED® Accredited Professional with
preconstruction and construction management expertise. He has 25+ years of experience in the Arizona construction industry.
Albert has been involved in Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) projects in Arizona since its inception as a procurement method in 2000. His experience includes working on 100+ educational facilities with numerous public school districts and charter schools. He also has experience with retail, office, industrial and religious type projects.
Chris Johnson, CEO of Johnson Carlier said today, “I’m pleased to have Jack join the team as his specific expertise will be valuable to our upcoming company goals”.
Albert is a graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering. He takes a personal approach to interfacing with owners, architects, local communities and other parties involved with the Arizona A/E/C industry.
About Johnson Carlier:
Johnson Carlier is a third-generation family owned and operated mid-sized construction management firm based in Tempe, Arizona. In 1921, the company began with the idea that the success of the company would depend on their ability to work well with clients and partner with architects and engineers in a collaborative team environment. The company specializes in working in such market sectors as automotive, hospitality, industrial, medical and facilities for both public and private markets in the design-build, CMAR and design-bid-build delivery methods.
Johnson Carlier, Jack Albert
Tempe, Arizona
Suntec Concrete Names Rick Kratz as CFO
PHOENIX – Suntec Concrete, one of the largest concrete contractors in the Western United States, recently announced the addition of Rick Kratz, CPA, as the company’s CFO. Kratz is a 30-year veteran of construction accounting, including having served the past 22 years as a Principal for the CPA firm of Pittman & Murdough, PLLC, who merged with Henry & Horne, LLP this year.
Kratz joined the 600-employee company to bring additional leadership to the financial and risk management operations of the company, including the development of financial and operational strategies, as well as the development and implementation of tools to monitor and manage company assets and financial results.
“Rick’s impressive background in both construction and finance makes him a great fit for his new role at Suntec,” said Suntec Concrete President Derek Wright. “We look forward to his contributions in the financial and contractual management side of the business.”
“For a number of years prior to joining Suntec, in my role as a member of the company’s outside accounting firm, I was fortunate to be able to work closely with Suntec’s management team,” Kratz stated. “As a result, I was continually impressed with the company’s level of sophistication, as well as its commitment to its employees, customers and community. When I was presented with the idea of becoming Suntec’s CFO, I knew it was an opportunity I could not pass up.”
In addition to his role with the Suntec, Kratz is involved in the construction accounting association of Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Arizona Chapter. Kratz is a graduate of Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa and received his CPA more than 25 years ago. He is married to his wife of 32 years, has two adult children and lives in Glendale.
About Suntec Concrete:
Suntec Concrete, Inc. is the largest turnkey commercial concrete construction company in the Southwest. Founded in 1984, the company specializes in structural, tilt panel, flatwork and foundation construction, along with performing all concrete place and finish.
Rick Kratz, Suntec Concrete
Phoenix, AZ
Dan Mann's 3engineering Celebrates First Year, Unconventional Approach
Dan Mann’s 3engineering, new firm with unconventional approach proving successful
PHOENIX – In just over one year, young civil engineer, Dan Mann, PE, started a new multi-disciplined firm, takes office space in the Camelback Corridor and gains multiple clients in his area of specialization.
Mann, who has been practicing civil engineering in Phoenix for more than 13 years, believes the success he has experienced in this short period of time has everything to do with working with clients ready for something uncommon to the civil engineering industry—personality and fun.
“Engineers are not on the top of everyone’s ‘exciting people to talk to’ list. At 3 engineering, I try to make the process more enjoyable. I like truly engaging with clients and surprise them with the fact that not only can an engineer hold a normal conversation, they can do it while not staring at their shoes.”
Prior to starting the firm, located at 29th street and Camelback Road, Mann worked with local and national civil engineering firms, as well as worked alongside a general contractor to gain the insight from multiple perspectives. As a graduate of Arizona State University with a degree in civil engineering, Mann quickly grew his career over the last 13 years while specializing in retail, quick service restaurant, institutional, hospitality, and multi-family market sectors.
“As I reflect on my first year since the start of my new venture, I can sincerely say that every day I am excited to come to work and create new opportunities to grow my business and build on the great relationships I have,” Mann said.
Mann expressed that gaining clients through referrals of current clients is one of the most rewarding part of the hard work he dedicates to growing the firm and delivering exceptional service to clients. “It gives me a lot of pride when existing clients are happy with our service, attitude, and outcome of projects and knowing new clients have been referred to us based on our performance.”
About 3engineering:
3 engineering is a result-driven, full-service civil engineering, planning, and surveying company that will take your project from conceptual design through the final stages of construction. Based in Phoenix, Arizona they are committed to delivering on the promise of total client satisfaction, and works closely with clients to achieve a product that exceeds expectations.
Dan Mann, PE
Phoenix, AZ
Slater Hanifan Group hires Seth Shenfeld to lead business development
PHOENIX—Slater Hanifan Group announced that Seth Shenfeld has recently joined the firm as the Business Development Manager for the Phoenix office. The hiring of Shenfeld, a 15-year veteran of business development, is the continuation of a strategic process to acquire key talent that the firm is devoted to following. In this role, Shenfeld will dedicate time to maintaining the firm’s business development focus, conduct market research and develop new opportunities for the growing firm.
Patrick Lowry, Director of Phoenix Operations for the civil engineering firm, stated “With the addition of Seth leading our client retention and business development efforts, we are well positioned to achieve our primary goal of acquiring top talent to serve our clients’ needs. Seth will continue to build our Phoenix presence while leading a team across market sectors, which is vital to our firm’s mission of being the benchmark of our profession.”
Specifically, the addition of Shenfeld gives Lowry the opportunity to focus on the operations of the firm, strategic growth and ensuring clients’ goals are achieved on all projects. Shenfeld said “I am pleased to join a firm that is so well poised for growth and allows me to bring my client relationships to a team that is distinctly dedicated to excellent client service in civil engineering.”
As graduate of Arizona State University and a Phoenix resident for 40 years, Shenfeld brings 15 years of experience to SHG’s growing Phoenix office. Additional industry leadership includes being an active member of Valley Partnership, NAIOP Arizona, ICSC and Homebuilders Association of Central Arizona (HBACA). Shenfeld is also active in the Men’s Arts Council, a Non-Profit organization that supports the Phoenix Art Museum.
Seth Shenfeld, Slater Hanifan Group
Phoenix, AZ
DeAngelis Diamond Announces New Division Managers in Sarasota and Birmingham
Naples, Florida – May 19, 2015 – DeAngelis Diamond announces today that Robert Lewis, Executive Project Manager, and Scott Currens, Director of Preconstruction, have both been promoted to Division Managers of the Birmingham, Alabama office, and the Sarasota, Florida office. Co-Founder David Diamond thanks both Robert and Scott for stepping up and leading. He also acknowledges them as influencers and leaders worth following within the construction industry.
Robert Lewis, previously Executive Project Manager, has been with DeAngelis Diamond Healthcare Group for 4 years and has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare construction field. Robert has worked on projects all over the United States and graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Building Science. Robert is now the Division Manager and responsible for the overall management and performance of the Birmingham, Alabama office. He states, “I am humbled to be given the opportunity to lead such a talented group of associates. Assisting them in strengthening our corporate image within our market sector while maintaining profitable growth is an honor for me.”
Scott Currens, previously Director of Sarasota Operations, has also been with DeAngelis Diamond Healthcare Group for 4 years and has 18 years of experience in the healthcare construction field. Scott earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Lawrence Technical University, and is ASHE Healthcare Construction certified. Scott has been involved with healthcare projects nationally. He also held the role of Project Manager for the 106,000 sq.ft., 140-bed acute care hospital located in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Scott is now the Division Manager and responsible for the overall management and performance of the Sarasota, Florida office. He states, “I am very thankful and privileged to be involved in leading such a passionate and talented team of people that has made our Sarasota office a success in the past. The team is excited to continue the success of the Healthcare Division while expanding into new markets of construction in the upcoming year. Our primary focus is to continue improving to better fit our current client needs, while reaching out and extending our services to new clients throughout the surrounding areas.”
DeAngelis Diamond Healthcare Group
Naples, FL
John Nyman, President Concord General Contracting, Tucson
The Arizona Builders Alliance welcomed John Nyman, Tucson President for Concord General Contracting, as a newly elected board member of the ABA’s statewide board at the May 29, 2015 board meeting.
John has 38 years of general contracting experience. John consistently raises the bar on defining the delivery of excellence as indicated by Concord receiving the 2006 and 2010 Cornerstone Award, General Contractor of the Year. In addition, John received the 2011 Construction Industry’s Good Scout Award presented by the Boy Scouts of America and the 2012 Jerry Wyatt Community Service Award presented by the Cornerstone Building Foundation.
John has been actively involved in the ABA since its formation in 1994 and was a Tucson member of the Associated General Contractors since 1984. He graduated in 1989 from the AGC’s Advanced Management Program. He served as Southern Arizona Chairman for the ABA from 2005-2006.
The Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA) is a statewide commercial construction trade association, formed as an alliance of the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). The ABA exists for the purpose of advancing the productivity and profitability of our members and the construction industry. Celebrating its 21st year in 2015, the ABA is proud to service the construction industry through advocacy, education, and networking opportunities in the state of Arizona.
General Contractor
Arizona
Vertical Design Studios Hires Patricia Flower as Project Architect
Vertical Design Studios announces addition of Patricia Flower, project architect
Vertical Design Studios
Phoenix
Stantec's Vinay Vanapalli Appointed Treasurer for Arizona Section of Institute of Transportation Engineers
Stantec is pleased to announce that Vinay Vanapalli has been appointed treasurer of the Institute of Transportation Engineers’ (ITE) Arizona section for the 2015-16 year. A transportation engineer in the firm’s Phoenix office, Vanapalli was appointed following this year’s Arizona ITE elections. In his post, he will be responsible for contributing to the overall growth of the organization’s professional networking and membership bases.
Stantec
Phoenix, Arizona
Hannah Sanders Joins AME Landscape for Business Development
GILBERT, ARIZ.—AME Landscape Cos. announced today that Hannah Sanders has joined the company as a business development professional. Hannah brings a background of commercial and residential contractor marketing experience. In her role she will be responsible for building relationships in commercial construction, focusing on the extensive experience the 300-employee company has in commercial landscape installation.
In this role, Hannah will participate in industry associations and committees, continuing her commitment on committees with such groups as Valley Partnership, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) Developing Leaders association, as well as supporting marketing efforts for the company. Hannah has expressed her delight to be working for this well-respected company in a season of its growth. She feels she too will grow within the team as she is mentored by some of the most personally genuine and professionally driven people in the industry.
Michael Garduno Sr. made the announcement saying, “We are excited to have someone as enthusiastic as Hannah come on board with our team. We feel that we found a very talented individual in Hannah.”
Hannah, a native of Arizona, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Grand Canyon University. She enjoys yoga, art, and dancing. She can be reached directly at hannah@amelandscape.com or on her cell phone at: 480-547-9407.
About AME Landscape Cos.:
AME Landscape Companies has over three decades of service excellence as Arizona’s premier landscape provider where customer service is their top priority. Their service and customer satisfaction is achieved with an holistic approach to landscape management that includes the use of a custom computer dispatching and management software through wireless technology for efficient job planning, assignment and effective job execution through the use of mobile dispatch systems, allowing for rapid response and completion of tasks associated with six core services; Design / Architecture, Landscape Installation Services, Grounds Maintenance Services, Arboricultural Services, Water Management Services, Weed and Pest Control Services. Visit their website amelandscape.com
Hannah Sanders, AME Landscape Companies
Gilbert, AZ
The True Life Companies Gives Back to the City of Flagstaff with the Development of Pine Canyon
Those in photo (left to right): City of Flagstaff Mayor, Jerry Nabours, Pine Canyon/The True Life Companies, Aidan Barry and Peter Berger.
The True Life Companies, the developers of Pine Canyon, a master-planned golf course community in Flagstaff, presented the City of Flagstaff with a check for more than $922,000. The check presentation took place during the city council meeting on August 25.
As part of the development agreement with the City of Flagstaff, The True Life Companies allocated funds for city traffic improvements. When The True Life Companies took over the development of Pine Canyon, they were able to work with the city to release the money from a trust account.
Furthering their commitment to the surrounding community, The True Life Companies also recently completed $150,000 in improvements to the John Wesley Powell Trail, which is part of the Flagstaff Urban Trail System (F.U.T.S.). The trail crosses through the Pine Canyon master-planned development as it leads to Walnut Canyon.
The True Life Companies
City of Flagstaff City Hall