Leadership
Executive Leadership
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Frank Holley
Chief Executive Officer
With more than 45 years’ experience in the construction industry and more than 30 years with the company, Frank provides comprehensive oversight for all of BE&K Building Group. He oversees all aspects of the company, focusing on corporate strategy development and growth, and support services, including Safety, Sales and Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, and Preconstruction. He also ensures the company’s continued focus on its clients and people.
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Pat Chisholm
President
With more than 35 years’ experience in the construction industry and over 25 years with the company, Pat oversees all BE&K Building Group operations nationwide, along with various corporate support departments. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University.
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Mike Baumbach
Executive Vice President | Business Unit Leader
Mike is responsible for the overall management of BE&K Building Group’s Western North Carolina and South Carolina regional operations, serving clients nationwide. With more than 40 years of industry experience and more than 12 years with the company, Mike also provides specific expertise and company-wide leadership for our Healthcare Center of Excellence. He also delivers significant experience to our Higher Education and Commercial clients. A graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
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Read Ballew
Senior Vice President | Business Unit Leader
Read is responsible for the overall management of BE&K Building Group’s Texas regional operations, to include the company’s Dallas and Houston regional offices. Read delivers more than 30 years’ experience in the engineering and construction industry with a diverse background in numerous vertical markets including mission critical, aviation + aerospace, distribution, life sciences, healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, and retail facilities. He is a graduate of Auburn University with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He is also a credentialed Professional Engineer.
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Jason Brooks
Vice President | Business Unit Leader
Jason is responsible for the overall management of BE&K Building Group’s North Carolina regional operations. He delivers more than 20 years of industry experience and provides specific expertise for our Life Sciences Center of Excellence. Jason holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Business Administration from Michigan Technological University and a Master of Science in Business Administration, Strategic Management, from Wayne State University.
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Candace Galloway
Vice President | Human Resources
Candace is responsible for all human resource functions company-wide including organizational development, recruiting, benefits, compensation, compliance, and diversity. She holds Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) credentials and has over 20 years of industry experience. Candace earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Appalachian State University.
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Mark Manos
Vice President, Health, Safety, + Environment
Mark is responsible for BE&K Building Group’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) program. He leads HSE training initiatives, and provides oversight and support for BE&K’s HSE professionals, project teams, and subcontracting forces company-wide. Mark has more than 30 years’ industry experience, with more than 25 of those years with the company. He holds numerous safety certifications and delivers specific industry experience applicable to each of our Centers of Excellence.
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Kevin Bredeson
Vice President | Preconstruction + Technology
Kevin leads Preconstruction + Technology for the company. Kevin has more than 20 years of experience having led full-service preconstruction delivery services for three ENR Top 100 Contractors through the conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction phases on hundreds of projects in a wide variety of end-markets. Kevin has also pioneered and managed comprehensive technology programs to drive operational excellence through Virtual Design and Construction services.
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Rick Helms
Vice President, Marketing + Communications
With more than 20 years of industry experience, Rick is responsible for conceptualizing and leading marketing and communications strategies for the company. He is responsible for coordinating corporate marketing resources to support business development activities, administrating the company’s client relationship management system, and providing strategic direction for corporate communications, branding, promotion, and advertising to ensure alignment with the company’s strategic goals and mission.
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Frank Holley
Chief Executive Officer
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Pat Chisholm
President
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Mike Baumbach
Executive Vice President
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Read Ballew
Senior Vice President
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Jason Brooks
Vice President
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Candace Galloway
Vice President
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Mark Manos
Vice President, Health, Safety, + Environment
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Kevin Bredeson
Vice President
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Rick Helms
Vice President, Marketing + Communications
Business Development
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Courtney Skunda Hall
Vice President, Client Growth + Strategies
Courtney is based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office and is responsible for national business development efforts, with an emphasis on the company’s Life Sciences Center of Excellence. She has nearly 15 years of industry experience having recently served as Director of Projects + Prospects for the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech). Courtney is a graduate of James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
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Steven McGill
Business Development Director
Steven is based out of BE&K Building Group’s Greenville office and is responsible for the company’s regional business development efforts. Steven has more than 20 years of industry experience serving various markets, including life sciences, commercial, healthcare, and higher education. Steven is a graduate of Ball State University.
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Lindsey Mehne Boatman
Business Development Director
Lindsey is based out of BE&K Building Group’s Houston office and is responsible for the company’s regional business development efforts. She has nearly 15 years of industry experience serving various markets, including life sciences, industrial and manufacturing, food and beverage, and warehousing and distribution. Lindsey is a Sam Houston State University graduate and is actively involved in a variety of professional organizations.
Corporate Leadership
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Noel Valencia
Finance | Controller
Noel is responsible for daily oversight of the company’s financial and accounting department, including all associated reporting responsibilities. He delivers more than 13 years of experience in the public and construction sectors. A graduate of the Keller Graduate School of Management, Noel holds a master’s degree in accounting.
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Leslie Sullivan
Corporate Counsel
Leslie serves as BE&K Building Group’s in-house resource responsible for advising the company and its leadership on legal matters and related compliance. Having served as an attorney for more than 20 years, she received her Bachelor of Science in Building Science and Management from Clemson University and later obtained her Juris Doctorate through the University of South Carolina School of Law.
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Nick Bilski
Risk Management Director
Nick is responsible for BE&K Building Group’s Risk Management program and all related services. He delivers more than 15 years’ experience in the construction industry. His certifications include Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS). He is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance.
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Kent Tarou
Corporate Quality Manager
Kent is BE&K Building Group’s Corporate Quality Manager. He is responsible for providing departmental oversight for BE&K’s Quality Managers and Specialists as they work directly with superintendents and subcontracted trade partners to ensure all installations meet or exceed owner expectations and design and specification requirements. Kent is a Certified Welding Inspector through the American Welding Society, a Certified Pressure Vessel Inspector through the American Petroleum Institute, and has more than 25 years of construction industry experience.
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David Morris
Director of Virtual Construction
David is BE&K Building Group’s Director of Virtual Construction. He is responsible for providing departmental oversight for BE&K’s Virtual Design + Construction Managers and Specialists as they work directly with project design and construction teams and key subcontractors. He holds a Master of Science in Green Building Design from the San Francisco Institute of Architecture and has more than 45 years of construction industry experience.
Operations Leadership
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Chris LaBonte
Vice President of Operations
Chris is Vice President of Operations based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. Chris has over 30 years of construction industry experience, is a United States Marine Corp (USMC) Combat Veteran, attended the USMC Avionic and Power Plant school, and is a certified welder and welding inspector.
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Tim Tench
Senior Operations Director
Tim is a Senior Operations Director based out of BE&K Building Group’s Dallas office. Tim is responsible for driving the expansion of regional business and provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. He has a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Millsaps College and has more than 20 years of construction industry experience.
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Sam Holbrook
Operations Manager
Sam is an Operations Manager based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. He has a bachelor’s degree from Michigan Technological University and has more than 25 years of construction industry experience.
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Tim Horton
Operations Manager
Tim is an Operations Manager based out of BE&K Building Group’s Houston office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. He has an associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Oklahoma Junior College and more than 35 years of construction industry experience.
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Brian Rodgers
Operations Manager
Brian is an Operations Manager based out of BE&K Building Group’s Greenville office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. He is a licensed general contractor in multiple states with over 25 years of experience in the construction industry.
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Marty Brabrand
Project Executive
Marty is a Project Executive based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. Marty holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University and has over 30 years of construction industry experience.
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Brent Cox
Project Executive
Brent is a Project Executive based out of BE&K Building Group’s Dallas office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. Brent holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and has over 30 years of construction industry experience.
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Joe Obusek
Project Executive
Joe is a Project Executive based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University, has more than 35 years of construction industry experience, and is a Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
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Duke Rerisi
Project Executive
Duke is a Project Executive based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. Duke’s credentials include attending the Community College of the Air Force during his service in the United States Air Force, licensing as a General Contractor in four states, and holding a Mechanical Contractor’s license/certification in eight other states. He has over 35 years of experience managing projects, divisions, and companies building critical-use facilities.
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Mike Siderio
Project Executive
Mike is a Project Executive based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for regional project teams in both the design and construction phases of a project. He has a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from Purdue University and has more than 30 years of construction industry experience.
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Chris LaBonte
Vice President of Operations
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Tim Tench
Senior Operations Director
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Sam Holbrook
Operations Manager
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Tim Horton
Operations Manager
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Brian Rodgers
Operations Manager
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Marty Brabrand
Project Executive
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Brent Cox
Project Executive
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Joe Obusek
Project Executive
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Duke Rerisi
Project Executive
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Mike Siderio
Project Executive
Preconstruction Leadership
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Jeff Hall
Vice President, Project Development
Jeff is Vice President of Project Development and is based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for regional business development efforts and provides oversight for regional project teams during preconstruction, procurement, and project execution. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Science & Management from Clemson University and has over 35 years of construction industry experience.
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Harold Brewer
Vice President, Preconstruction
Harold is Vice President of Preconstruction and is based out of BE&K Building Group’s Greenville office. He is responsible for all regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and has more than 40 years of construction industry experience.
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Neil Klein
Chief Estimator
Neil is the company’s Chief Estimator based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He provides oversight for project preconstruction services including estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. Neil holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Science & Management from Clemson University and has nearly 25 years of construction industry experience.
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Jeremy Kinsel
Preconstruction Director
Jeremy is a Preconstruction Director based out of BE&K Building Group’s Houston office. He is responsible for all regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Construction Science from Texas A&M University and has over 20 years of construction industry experience.
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Mike Mitchell
Preconstruction Director
Mike is a Preconstruction Director based in BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University and has over 35 years of construction industry experience.
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Matt Molnar
Preconstruction Director
Matt is a Preconstruction Director based in BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University and has 15 years of construction industry experience.
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Dominic Saquian
Preconstruction Director
Dominic is a Preconstruction Director based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. Dominic has more than 35 years of experience in project management, preconstruction, and estimating, is a member of multiple professional organizations, and is LEED AP certified. He is a graduate of the University of San Agustin with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
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Chris Small
Preconstruction Director
Chris is a Preconstruction Director based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for regional preconstruction services and provides oversight for estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and design team collaboration and coordination. He has a bachelor’s degree in Economics & Management from Clemson University and has nearly 20 years of construction industry experience.
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Jeff Hall
Vice President, Project Development
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Harold Brewer
Vice President, Preconstruction
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Neil Klein
Chief Estimator
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Jeremy Kinsel
Preconstruction Director
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Mike Mitchell
Preconstruction Director
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Matt Molnar
Preconstruction Director
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Dominic Saquian
Preconstruction Director
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Chris Small
Preconstruction Director
Safety Leadership
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Jim McIntyre
Safety Director
Jim is Safety Director based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for overseeing regional and project safety managers, conducting safety orientations, monitoring projects for safe staging and practices, maintaining safety records and proper training documentation for the company, promoting safety awareness, and enforcing safety as applicable to BE&K, OSHA, State, and owner safety requirements. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Safety Engineering and a Master of Science in Safety Management from Eastern Kentucky University and has nearly 30 years of construction industry experience.
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Rob Cameron
Regional Safety Manager
Rob is a Regional Safety Manager based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for overseeing project safety managers, conducting safety orientations for all onsite personnel, handling onsite first-aid cases, monitoring work areas for safe staging and practices, maintaining safety records and proper training documentation, promoting safety awareness, and enforcing safety as applicable to BE&K, OSHA, State, and owner safety requirements. He holds an associate’s degree in Construction Management from Central Piedmont Community College and has nearly 20 years of construction industry experience.
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Robert Ramirez
Regional Safety Manager
Robert is a Regional Safety Manager based out of BE&K Building Group’s Research Triangle Park office. He is responsible for overseeing project safety managers, conducting safety orientations for all onsite personnel, handling onsite first-aid cases, monitoring work areas for safe staging and practices, maintaining safety records and proper training documentation, promoting safety awareness, and enforcing safety as applicable to BE&K, OSHA, State, and owner safety requirements. Robert is a Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) and has nearly 15 years of construction industry experience.
BE&K Building Group’s deep and broad history of successful on-time and on-budget results for clients spans more than 50 years. Through all levels of our operations, our staff delivers the expertise required to ensure a high degree of client satisfaction.
— Frank Holley, Chief Executive Officer, BE&K Building Group