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S+B James is a construction and design firm offering services which range from pre-construction to post-construction. Throughout our collaboration together, we work closely with the owners and users to ensure the design and construction process is successful. We have built our reputation on long-term, successful completion of project goals and we strive to exceed our customer’s expectations in everything we do. For over 40 years, S+B James has diligently worked to meet client project goals and provide superior results. Since its inception in 1977, S+B James has been a full-service construction company, completing various work such as rough carpentry, facilities maintenance, demolition, excavation and grading, and more. Our clients’ trust is the foundation of our success. Over the years, we’ve developed strong, lasting relationships with local businesses and community organizations all down the west coast. Our relationships with our clients extends far beyond that of a traditional construction company, and that partnership continues after the work is done. Additionally, we’ve partnered with many charitable and nonprofit community organizations through various fundraising activities. One of our greatest joys is making our community an even better place to live.
Meet The Team
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Allen Purdy
President -
Terry Mackey
Sr. Vice President -
Silas Nigam
Vice President -
Heman Chand
Vice President -
Shane Hunter
CFO -
Josh Walker
General Superintendent -
Cindy Sapigao
Sr. Administrative Manager -
Jeff Scheid
Operations Manager -
Tanya Downing
Office Manager -
Frank Fernandez
Vice President of Business Development -
Kayla DeHaven
Business Development Manager -
Colleen Christensen
Payroll/Accounts Payable -
Pat Hawes
Administrative Assistant -
Michelle Johannes
Communications Coordinator -
Bruce Kelling
Architect -
Samuel Uccello
Design Director -
Joseph Sis
Design Project Manager, Oregon Architect -
John Callison
Superintendent -
Jerrett Evans
Superintendent -
Matt Moore
Superintendent -
Curly Page
Superintendent -
Ryan Sharts
Superintendent -
Shannon Strange
Superintendent -
Josh Szigeti
Superintendent -
Burt Witzelberger
Superintendent -
John Moses
Superintendent -
Darren Serrano
Superintendent -
George Whitfield
Superintendent -
Tim Bowden
Project Engineer -
Amber Beatty
Project Engineer -
Barry Wyckoff
Assistant Superintendent -
Ronald Bray
Foreman -
Danielle Buell
Operations Engineer -
Tyler Mendoes
Senior Project Engineer -
Darren Romriell
Senior Project Engineer -
Riley De Wit
Project Engineer -
Kenny Dees
Project Executive -
Michael Delach
Project Manager -
Josh Downing
Certified Crane Operator -
John Doyle
Foreman -
Chris Edge
Project Manager -
Jennifer Kerrigan
Safety Manager -
Nick Sanchez
Safety Manager -
Dustin Fretwell
Project Manager -
Josh Geyer
Project Manager -
Gordy Gilmore
Project Manager -
Chris Hilkey
Project Engineer -
Austin James
Project Engineer -
Sam Khan
Project Engineer -
Craig Langseth
Project Manager -
Alyssa Leon
Senior Project Manager -
Scott Meskimen
Project Manager -
Hayden Meyers
Senior Project Manager -
Rick Miller
Project Manager -
Monique Naranjo
Project Coordinator -
Anne Cuga
Project Coordinator -
Nick Gainer
Project Engineer -
Rob Spohn
Project Manager -
Brian McCarthy
Project Manager -
Jesus Hernandez
Project Manager -
Bill Rowan
Project Manager -
Kyle Wilkins
Assistant Project Manager -
Zach Vorhis
Project Engineer -
Garrett Conrad
Project Engineer -
Gracyn Powell
Project Engineer -
Matt Langbehn
Project Engineer -
Bradley Maples
Project Engineer -
Linda Saechin
Marketing -
Suha Musallam
Marketing -
Jaiden Singh
Marketing Intern -
Micaela Slane
Marketing Coordinator -
Angela Le
Project Engineer Intern -
Aidan Anderson
Project Engineer Intern

Allen Purdy
President

Terry Mackey
Sr. Vice President
Terry Mackey has been in the construction industry for 28 years, and his dedication to clients is the driving force behind his construction philosophy. He is the co-owner of S+B James Construction Management and has been with the company for 12 years.
Terry grew up in California. He started his construction career after graduating from San Juan High School. After being in California for two years, Terry moved to Medford and spent the next 25 years learning all aspects of construction management and transitioning into managing several healthcare, institutional, parking and pharmaceutical construction projects.
Some of the projects Terry has been involved with include the Roseburg VAMC SPD, APW, VA SORCC Bed Building 205, Kitchen and La Clinica Central Point Health Clinic. For Terry, one of his biggest accomplishments is becoming one of the owners of S+B James and carrying on the company’s long-standing legacy of building communities with strong foundations.

Silas Nigam
Vice President
One of Silas’s first projects was an OSHPD project (Ambulatory Service Building) in Antioch, CA. He learned that Healthcare/OSHPD projects are very technical and it’s important to understand the MEP and Fire Life Safety systems in a building. He feels that these kinds of projects helped him become a better technical builder. Silas appreciates how his job allows him to interact with people and with the passionate builders at S+B James.
Fun Facts about Silas:
- Likes to play sports and ride bikes
- Likes to hike at Lake Tahoe
- Has worked most of his career in the healthcare industry

Heman Chand
Vice President
Heman’s first job at Mcdonalds’ actually taught him an important lesson that can be applied to construction: Harmony among workers is important to keep everything running smoothly, “leave no person behind”. This has transpired into how he manages and organizes his teams now. His career has also taught him the value of personal growth vs professional growth and how important it is for everyone to have a good work/life balance.
Fun Facts about Heman:
- Doesn’t know how to swim
- Parents immigrated to the U.S. when he was 7 years old
- Speaks Hindi (his native language) fluently
- Was employee of the month at McDonald’s three times

Shane Hunter
CFO
Shane Hunter was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska and travelled around before finding a place to call home in the Rogue Valley during 2009. He received his Master of Business Administration from Southern Oregon University in 2014 and became a licensed CPA in 2019.
Shane started his professional career at SOU in 2011 where he analyzed financial and student data for stakeholders and consulted with different departments on budgeting and improving financial health. Shane moved on to CPA firms with his business strategy work and after consulting with S&B James Construction for two years, he started as their Chief Financial Officer in 2019.
Shane enjoys going to the gym, camping, hiking, biking and spending time with his significant other and their two boys. He can also juggle and ride a unicycle. Shane is part Alaska Native (Athabascan) and serves on a shareholder committee of the regional Native Corporation. He is also active in the local community as treasurer of the Oasis Center of the Rogue Valley, board member of the Rogue Valley Habitat for Humanity, treasurer of the Helman Elementary PTA, and a citizen member of the Ashland Budget Committee.

Josh Walker
General Superintendent
Josh appreciates S+B James because we focus on what is most important, the people! We set high standards for ourselves, investing in each member of the team and promoting a culture of continuous improvement to provide outstanding service to our customers, and that is something that Josh can get behind. Over the course of Josh’s career, he has learned the value of relationships. He puts more time and effort into the people he works with and his clients because those relationships last long after a single project is completed. His favorite project was the Shrem Museum of Arts at UC Davis. He felt it was challenging, but also fun to build! There was also a genuine passion that the client and community had for the project and he enjoyed seeing the expressions on people’s faces as they toured the project.
Fun Facts about Josh
- His first love is fishing
- He’s an outdoor enthusiast
- A family man with a wife and three children

Cindy Sapigao
Sr. Administrative Manager
Cindy loves people. She appreciates their intelligence, drive, and good-hearted natures. She feels that she works in a distinctive, unique culture and is proud to work in the construction industry. In fact, one of her favorite projects, a large Kaiser project, highlighted the cohesiveness of the team. While Cindy enjoys her job, there is nothing more important to her than her family. She’s been married for thirty-five years, has two children, and two beautiful grandchildren. She looks forward to seeing them every day!
Fun Facts About Cindy:
- Likes the outdoors. Would rather be hiking than playing video games
- Would choose the city life over the country life
- Likes museums, theater, concerts, and shopping

Jeff Scheid
Operations Manager
Jeff can credit his work ethic and ability to overcome adversity to one particularly trying and difficult mentor and coach. Now that he is an adult, he understands the value of what that coach was trying to teach him even though he did not understand it, or like it, at the time. The qualities he learned then serve him well in the construction industry. Jeff enjoys not only the variety of his job as a Project Engineer, but that he finds himself learning new things regularly. While many team members have a favorite project that they’ve worked on, Jeff doesn’t! He enjoys the overall and collective work on company projects, goals, and processes that aid S+B James in being the best in the industry!
Fun Facts About Jeff:
- Loves to go hiking, camping, and boating
- Would rather spend his time in the outdoors, rather than inside
- Enjoys the energy of the city life, as well as “getting away from it all”

Tanya Downing
Office Manager
Tanya had her first job as a part-time filing clerk at American Express Financial Advisors while she was in high school. She learned at a young age how important finances and planning for the future was. She was fortunate to have a mentor in her life that always guided her and pushed her to reach for her goals and then to make new ones after success. Her mentor showed her by example, rather than telling her how to do things. Tanya enjoys spreading positivity and warmth to those around her.
Fun Facts about Tanya:
- Is married with two children
- Likes to work hard and play hard
- On the weekend you’ll find her hiking, camping, and boating

Frank Fernandez
Vice President of Business Development
One of Frank’s first jobs was a Project Engineer in Atlanta where he worked on Olympic Stadium, Hawks Arena, and the Federal Reserve Bank. He learned real quick the importance of having attention to detail. Frank loves working and interacting with people in the business whether they are coworkers or clients. Frank believes that his best teacher is his father who taught him that if we can stick to doing the basic rules that lead to success, your career will achieve great success. Over the course of his career, he believes that you must trust yourself. One can achieve great things as long as they stay focused. The tough times will pay great rewards.
Fun Facts About Frank:
- Was a volunteer for the Atlanta Olympics
- Watched Evander Holyfield pass torch to Mohammed Ali to light the Olympic Flame
- Has a shark bite

Kayla DeHaven
Business Development Manager
Kayla’s first job was as a hostess for a restaurant called Awful Annies in Auburn, CA where she learned the importance of being patient and working efficiently. These two traits have served her well throughout her career, from working at an advertising agency to her current position at S+B James. Kayla enjoys helping others and solving problems big or small. When she’s not working, Kayla enjoys spending time with her husband and son and making improvements to their home.
Fun Facts About Kayla:
- Has gone skydiving, even though she’s afraid of heights
- Can play the piano
- Loves to cook and entertain with her husband

Colleen Christensen
Payroll/Accounts Payable
Colleen loves anything that is challenging that encourages teamwork and problem solving – collaboration breeds growth! She also welcomes change in everything that she does and has learned throughout her years the importance of working with good people who encourage growth and leadership. While Colleen has only recently joined the construction industry, she is inspired by watching all the work that goes on behind the scenes to make these projects happen. She’s excited to be part of our team, and we’re excited to have her!
Fun Facts About Colleen:
- Is married with two sons
- Her sons are in wrestling so the family does a lot of traveling
- Loves to go camping, hiking, and fishing

Pat Hawes
Administrative Assistant
Pat hasn’t been with S+B James as long as some others, but she enjoys the people she works with and believes that the changes that are happening in the company will foster strength and growth. Pat’s first job was as a delivery driver for a flower shop, which eventually led to becoming a bookkeeper. It is there that she learned how to treat people correctly and practice patience.
Fun Facts about Pat:
- Likes to enjoy the quiet at home with her cats
- Loves that her job is challenging
- A cruise to the Caribbean is on her “to do” list!

Michelle Johannes
Communications Coordinator
Michelle’s most inspiring teacher in her life was her grandmother. She passed on her love of learning to Michelle and taught her how to use her voice in a strong, yet thoughtful way. Michelle has grown over the course of her career, most notably she has learned to listen more and gather different perspectives before making big decisions. She appreciates working with S+B James, and admires our commitment to the community and our desire to be part of the fabric of giving communities a strong foundation.
Fun Facts about Michelle:
- She is most proud of her three sons
- Her first job was as a nanny in Connecticut – for a family she’d never met!
- She loves the sound of water

Bruce Kelling
Architect
Bruce came to work for S+B James because he felt the need for a change and, after seeing the quality of our current projects, was interested in making his own contributions. He appreciates that S+B James is a friendly and helpful crew with a passion for the pursuit of greatness. Not a stranger to the type of large projects S+B James completes, Bruce’s favorite project was a four-story, 100,000 square foot medical office building. The owner’s team wanted something new, rather than being “locked-in” to a specific style. Bruce was the architect/designer for the project and loved its uniqueness.
Fun Facts About Bruce:
- First job: Gas Station Attendant (grease monkey) Hard-rock drilling
- Misses drafting on paper
- Married with two kids

Samuel Uccello
Design Director
Samuel Uccello AIA, NCARB, LEED Green Assoc. is a licensed architect in both Oregon and Florida. He knew during his first job as a draftsperson that he wanted to be more than that, so he applied to Architect School at the University of Illinois in Chicago. One of his favorite projects was the Real Madrid Training Facility Snack Bar, coffee bar, restrooms and first aid station. It was a project in Spain where he incorporated the movements of soccer players into the design. There were great interior and exterior spaces where the public could watch practice games. Samuel really enjoys working with the design team at S+B James as they work together and pull from each other’s strengths.
Fun Facts about Samuel:
- Loves to design in 3D
- Has done a lot of traveling both in the United States and other countries
- Lived in Paris for a year and attended Ecole D’Beaux Arts – Versailles, France.

Joseph Sis
Design Project Manager, Oregon Architect
Joseph Sis, Assoc. AIA feels that he has really grown and changed over the years in his career. He has developed into the role of designing and building projects with his clients, rather than forcing his vision into it. Joe appreciates the company he works for and the people involved. They are a unique group of individuals who put their own different experiences to work to create amazing results. Joe’s favorite project was the Mercy Flights Hangar and Administrative Offices as it is an important part of the community and the project that brought him to S+B James.
Fun Facts about Joe:
- Appreciates a good micro-brew
- Likes to hike, but also play video games
- The military gave him confidence and important skills

John Callison
Superintendent
John has had several people in his life that have been mentors, and even father figures. Each had their own lessons to teach him, and he came out with this mentality: Be positive, work hard, be a man, go with your instincts, and never quit. He’s also grown a lot through his career. He’s learned to be more patient and would tell his 20-year-old self to practice control by thinking before speaking and acting, and to stay focused and honest. John likes that his job allows him to be a leader and cherishes the relationships he’s developed over the years. He appreciates that S+B James Construction fosters an organized environment and an intelligent management and leadership team. His personal standards fall in line with the S+B James mission!
Fun Facts About John:
- Won the Elk Grove Fantasy Football Championship twice
- Loves to vacation with his family
- Has a Golden Labrador Retriever named Tucker

Jerrett Evans
Superintendent
Jerrett Evans has learned throughout his career that is important to be more aware of the people around him. It’s very easy to get caught in personal goals and what needs to be done. If he could, he would tell his 20-year-old self to stop and help build the people around him. He appreciates that S+B James is a down-to-earth, hard-working, respectable company. His favorite project was the DOCO Kaiser. He felt that the culture of the team made it a fun and rewarding project to be a part of.
Fun Facts About Jerrett:
- Was a winner of the D1AA Rugby National Championship
- He enjoys fixing up his house, going to breweries, and fly fishing
- Has a goal of visiting a new country every year

Matt Moore
Superintendent
Matt started his career in the construction industry during one of his first jobs at his cousin’s residential roofing company. While his favorite project (a 1M SF office building for Google) never got built, the two years of pre-construction, working as the lead scheduler and pull planner ignited a new sense of passion which has helped to carve a new career path for himself. If he could go back and give his 20-year-old self advice, it would be to continue pursuing multiple career paths, but keep in mind that construction is his true calling.
Fun Facts About Matt:
- Graduated from college with five degrees
- Has been class 5 white water rafting
- Currently in the process of getting his private pilots license

Curly Page
Superintendent
Curly’s first job was in elementary school while living in Australia. He rode his bike around, delivering prescriptions to the elderly. He learned the importance of work ethic and loved getting paid to ride around on his bike. Curly is a newer addition to the S+B James team, and he’s looking forward to working with us. Before joining us, Curly’s favorite project was working on the Henry Gates Law School at UW Seattle. It was a huge job with two tower cranes, eighty carpenters, and a lot of concrete. He had a lot of fun with the project details, but also because of the team he got to work with.
Fun Facts about Curly:
- Likes to work on cars
- You’ll find him hiking with his dogs or waterskiing
- Went to elementary school in Australia

Ryan Sharts
Superintendent
Ryan is a Superintendent for S+B James. He appreciates that the company provides all the tools, support, and leadership needed to be successful in his career and the projects he works on. His favorite project so far is the Stanford Hospital (2012-2013). He remodeled the Fountain Entrance and the eastern corridor. It was a challenging project for him as it was on a tight schedule with a lot of moving parts, but Ryan was proud that it was completed with a zero-punch list.
Fun Facts About Ryan:
- Likes to play video games
- Prefers the city life over the great outdoors
- Loves to garden

Shannon Strange
Superintendent
One of Shannon’s most inspiring life teachers was his 8th-grade history teacher, Mr. Goodgame. He had the ability to bring the subject to life and taught Shannon the importance of respecting all people. Shannon has worked hard to get where he’s at today, starting as a carpenter for a small business right out of high school. He is now a superintendent at S+B James and, as a new employee, is appreciative of how welcoming and supportive the management team has been.
Fun Facts about Shannon:
- Grew up in Crescent City, Oregon
- Likes to work on home projects
- Likes to hike with his dog, Murphy

Josh Szigeti
Superintendent
Josh’s first job as Forman was actually his favorite so far! The FBI building was an enjoyable experience for him as he was able to develop his skills in leadership and motivating other people. In fact, over the course of his career, Josh has become more confident in making decisions in all aspects of his life. He enjoys working for S+B James and he appreciates the opportunities for growth and advancement in his field. He also likes that the company cares about the clients, the team, and that we’re more like family than anything else! Josh’s favorite thing about his job is the variety. He’s constantly getting new projects, working outdoors, and enjoys watching a project develop from start to finish.

Burt Witzelberger
Superintendent
Burt’s first job was as a janitor for State offices at his family-owned complex in Woodland. He was just 15 years old when he started. The family did a lot of tenant improvement construction in the 40-unit complex while he worked there and ignited his passion for his current career. Burt enjoys his job and appreciates the interaction in the field with different kinds of people – workers, owners, architects, inspectors, office personnel, and tenants. He likes the family-oriented team at S+B James and the fact that most of the team has worked together in the business with other local companies.
Fun Facts About Burt:
- If he could instantly become an expert in something, he would choose: Golf
- Once saved a person from choking!
- Dream: Play guitar in a 70’s rock band and tour the world

John Moses
Superintendent
John’s first job was a construction worker fixing damage from the Loma Prieta earthquake. John prides himself on being a listener, which is a useful skillset to have when dealing with clients in the construction industry. John has over 20 years of experience in construction oversight capacity and brings extensive hands-on experience in working with project teams and subcontractors to ensure a safe and timely completion of all projects. Outside of his work life, the scariest thing John has done is spent a week alone in the wilderness. You may not be able to find John on social media, but you can definitely find him navigating through the outdoors taking in all the morning glory.
- Grew up in San Francisco so he’s a 49er and Giants Fan
- Proud Girl Dad – Has 4 daughters!
- Has gone skydiving before

Darren Serrano
Superintendent
Darren’s first job was a gas attendant at Chevron in San Bruno, CA. The scariest thing he’s ever done was combat jumping. Darren is a silly person who enjoys making people laugh and believes that life is already serious enough, so the more we smile and laugh, the healthier we are.
Fun Facts About Darren:
- Jumped out of an airplane not knowing anything until the last minute
- Favorite karaoke song is “God Bless the USA” by Lee Greenwood
- A morning person

George Whitfield
Superintendent
George found his passion in construction from his first job as a “construction helper” when he was a teenager. He learned the value of teamwork and patience from that experience and would continue to learn throughout his career. His father was also very influential in teaching him important life lessons, including the value of honesty, hard work, and commitment. Construction stayed an interest for him and his favorite part of the job is “building!”
Fun Facts About George:
- Has two sons, Mack and Kash
- Started his first job at age 14
- Likes camping, boating, motorcycles, and scuba diving

Tim Bowden
Project Engineer
One of Tim’s mentors, Scott Thomas of Metal Masters, taught him the value of letting things go, rather than taking offense. He feels that S+B James is coming through an ownership change and an influx of new employees with strength and positivity. His personal favorite project at S+B James was the HVAC renovation of an old mill building in Klamath Falls. He found signatures on the almost century-old beams, and it was one of the first projects where he was able to really be involved in planning stages of the work.
Fun Facts about Tim:
- Got his first job as a Senior in HS sorting for recycling
- Likes to be involved in the coordinating and problem solving stages
- Water or land? Why, tropical water, of course

Amber Beatty
Project Engineer
Amber’s first internship during college was in a warehouse setting for a local welding company. All the workers knew each other by name, they were eager to lend a hand, and the company always found ways to show their appreciation to the workers. She learned how much of a difference the culture of a company is when there is gratitude towards all levels in the workforce. That’s one of the things Amber enjoys about S+B James as well! She and her coworkers are very team-oriented, whether in the office or the field, they always have each other’s back. They look at challenges as a whole and take them on together. She was originally pursuing a different career path when a construction opportunity in procurement fell into her lap. After that, she was hooked on the different ways to construct buildings!
Fun Facts About Amber:
- Likes to go hiking and off-roading
- Loves being outdoors, especially at the coast
- Hopes to someday help build a water park or rec center

Barry Wyckoff
Assistant Superintendent
Barry’s first job was at K-Mart working in the menswear department. He grew up in the Southwest, where it gave him the flexibility to travel to nearby states and to Mexico when possible. Over the course of his career, he learned how to deal with stress better. Barry would tell his 20 year old self to be more patient with situations and not make impulsive decisions. His favorite project he’s ever worked on was a clinic renovation that was LEED certified, consisting of approximately 40,000 square foot. When Barry isn’t working, he’s out exploring the great outdoors, going on a hike, or going for a run.
Fun Facts About Barry:
- Favorite karaoke song: “Country Boy Can Survive”
- Scariest thing he’s ever done: Worked on top of an 80 foot silo, running conduit
- Loves reptiles

Ronald Bray
Foreman
One of Ronald’s first jobs had him roofing houses, which lead him into framing houses. He’s progressed over the years, learning as many skills of the trade as he can which has made him very versatile and adept as a carpenter. His passion for woodworking started with his woodshop teacher, Mr. Helgeson. He showed Ronald not only how to work with wood, but how to see it for all of its possibilities. Ronald is proud to be able to show people all of the buildings he’s helped build around town. In fact, one of his favorite projects was a window project for a rather iconic landmark: The Rogue Valley Manor. He enjoyed being a part of its transformation and seeing the beauty of the finished product.
Fun Facts About Ronald:
- Super Troopers is his favorite movie – has it memorized
- Has terrible “sea legs”
- Volunteers for the local Junior Hockey Team

Danielle Buell
Operations Engineer
Danielle chooses to work for S+B James because she thinks we are a great company with great people! She appreciates that we are a strong team that operates with respect and we do our best to inspire the people around us. One of Danielle’s favorite things about her job is watching how the community grows with each construction project we complete!
Fun Facts About Danielle:
- Enjoys making a difference in the community
- Has grandchildren
- You’ll find her swimming, hiking, and working out at the gym

Tyler Mendoes
Senior Project Engineer
“See the forest through the trees,” is what Tyler would tell his 20-year-old self. In his career, he has learned that it can be helpful to take a step back and look at the bigger picture rather than focusing on the small things. He enjoys being part of a collaborative team that can take complex tasks, analyze them, and finds solutions that benefit the whole. This was vital in one of his favorite projects which was a 211-unit affordable housing project in Oakland, developed to house homeless and families in need.
Fun Facts about Tyler:
- He was the first person in his immediate family to receive a bachelors degree
- As part of a challenge, he once cycled 20+ miles a day for a week
- He enjoys dirt biking

Darren Romriell
Senior Project Engineer
If you ask Darren about his favorite job, he’ll tell you about his time being an Airborne Paratrooper in the United States Army. It was an incredibly influential experience for him and taught him valuable lessons, such as the importance of working as a team and trusting his training and equipment. As far as construction goes, his favorite project was when he was part of the team that built the longest Bailey Bridge in a combat zone since WWII. Darren has grown throughout his career, and if he could give his 20-year-old self advice, he would tell himself, “It’s not about arriving at your final destination, it’s about enjoying the ride. Do the best you can in each position you have.”
Fun Facts About Darren:
- Describes himself as a “Country Boy refined by the City.”
- Loves to use his grill
- Spends his free time with his family, a “family man, through and through”

Riley De Wit
Project Engineer
One of Riley’s first jobs was as a cashier manager at Lowe’s. As many people experience in their first jobs, Riley learned how to build relationships with his coworkers. Despite being younger than his fellow workers, he also learned that respect can be earned from hard work and good leadership. While Riley has had some influential people in his work life, his best teacher and mentor was, and still is, his father. He continually shows Riley how to persevere through all obstacles with a positive attitude. Riley likes to play as hard as he works, and in his free time, he likes to pursue new things, new adventures, and new foods.
Fun Facts About Riley:
- Has a Queensland Healer rescue named Trout
- Loves to play baseball
- Prefers the great outdoors over the city life

Kenny Dees
Project Executive
At 12-years-old, Kenny learned the importance of hard when he started mowing lawns for his neighbors so he could pay for his own BMX bike and racing accessories. His drive and work ethic continues to serve him well throughout his construction career where he has experience working on both public and private projects, spanned across varying sizes and degrees of difficulty. When he’s not working, Kenny enjoys spending time outside, preferably at a beach, with his wife and three kids.
Fun Facts About Kenny:
- Favorite football team is the Raiders
- Coaches his kids sports teams
- Has eaten rattlesnake

Michael Delach
Project Manager
One of Michael’s first jobs in construction and engineering was interning at AECOM. He liked getting out to the field and seeing the issues for the projects he was working on in person. However, because AECOM is an engineering firm, he didn’t get to go out to a site often and he realized he should leave and get into construction. He loves the challenges that come along in the field. Every day is different and at the end of each project, there is a final product that everyone is proud to have been a part of. Michael feels that in the course of his career he has become more resourceful and learned to pay attention to the smaller details. In fact, one of the best teachers in his career as a Project Manager who taught him about the importance of taking the time to be thorough. “You can sprint through your work, but if you don’t do it right, it’ll take significantly longer to go back and correct the work you could have done right the first time.”
Fun Facts About Michael:
- Loves to garden and to travel
- Has gone skydiving in Hawaii
- Has gone spearfishing off an island in Panama

Josh Downing
Certified Crane Operator
Josh is the certified crane operator for S+B James. In fact, one of his favorite projects was installing the tops of the Olsrud Family Community Playground during its remodel. He loves the variety of his job. One day he might be repairing equipment, and the next he’ll be running the crane. He’s certainly never bored! One thing he likes to remember, however, is to make sure to have some fun. “Don’t forget to play between working… Life is short, and before you know it, years have flown by.”
Fun Facts About Joshua:
- Love to go camping with his family
- Likes to hike, surf, snowmobile, and ride motorcycles
- Has been to Mexico eight times

John Doyle
Foreman
One of the most valuable lessons that John learned early in his life came from one of his teachers, Mr. Brown. He taught John the importance of doing something correctly and to the best of his abilities the first time so that he wouldn’t have to do it over. That lesson has carried with John throughout his career and has influenced his strong work ethic. John loves that his job is challenging and enjoys working with the S+B James Construction team. He feels that, as a team, we take great pride in what we can accomplish when we combine all of our skills and work together. While John has worked on many projects, he liked the challenge and complexities of working on the multipart Fire District 3 project, specifically the administration building.
Fun Facts About John:
- Enjoys sailing and gold mining
- Has three children
- Likes to make other people happy

Chris Edge
Project Manager
Chris’s first job was delivering newspapers and while he did not like getting up at 4 am at the time, he appreciates the worth ethic and integrity that it instilled in him to carry through the rest of his life. With over 20 years of successful projects in the commercial construction industry working for multiple ENR Top 400 Contractors, Chris enjoys passing on his knowledge acquired from his mentors to current colleagues.
Fun Facts about Chris:
- Loves to golf, hike, and explore new places
- Delivered newspapers in Alaska before digital media
- Dreams of owning his own island!

Jennifer Kerrigan
Safety Manager
One of Jennifer’s first jobs was working for orthopedic surgeons as their Worker’s Compensation Liaison. This position helped set the stage for her current role as Safety Manager. Throughout the course of her career, Jennifer had two long term positions in very different career paths. If she could do it all over again, she would tell herself to never have regrets. When she’s not working, she enjoys learning new things and is always up for an adventure.
Fun Facts About Jennifer:
- Was raised on 1,500 acre ranch
- Loves gardening and tending to her flower field
- Is a mother of four

Nick Sanchez
Safety Manager
One of Nick’s first jobs was a construction laborer for concrete work. He always enjoyed the physical aspect of the work and feeling of accomplishment. Over the course of his career, he grew to be more analytical. In the construction and safety field, this has been an asset. Of all the projects Nick’s worked on, his favorite was at the Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Fun Facts About Nick:
- The Michigan Wolverines is his favorite college team along with the professional Detroit teams
- Once had a Chow dog named Brandy who he taught to blow her nose
- Once stayed in at castle in Ireland where he became friends with the owners of the castle

Dustin Fretwell
Project Manager
Dustin’s first job was at California Family Fitness as a personal trainer. It taught him the importance of showing clients that he cares and that developing and building relationships is key to success in any industry. His favorite construction project so far was a Tenant Improvement project for Blue Diamond Growers. It was a design-assist interior renovation of four existing office spaces within the campus and the team faced many growth opportunities. Dustin admires S+B James’ attention to detail and their emphasis on the importance of client satisfaction.
Fun Facts About Dustin:
- An avid basketball fan
- Traveling is on his bucket list
- A winner of the collegiate football national championship

Josh Geyer
Project Manager

Gordy Gilmore
Project Manager
One of Gordy’s favorite jobs was as the Director of Construction for Chipotle Mexican Grill. He loved the excitement of being part of the creation, of the Chipotle Brand, the stores, the process, the team, and most importantly, of the culture. In fact, he learned that a company’s vision and culture are the fuel that fires the heart of its best performers and makes its greatest achievements attainable. Later in life, he learned how a company’s culture is so very fragile and can be so easily broken. A poor culture can smother the most passionate performers. As S+B James continues to grow, Gordy hopes to contribute and lead in building and maintaining our extraordinary culture. While he’s only just joined us, he feels like S+B is like a family – Supportive and respectful.
Fun Facts About Gordy:
- Plays the guitar
- Avid Hockey fan
- Loves the outdoors, both on water and land

Chris Hilkey
Project Engineer

Austin James
Project Engineer
Austin’s first job was working as a lumberjack. He spent his weekends splitting and stacking firewood and he learned the value of working hard and got some insight into what physical labor jobs are like. He’s had many teachers throughout his life, both personally and professionally. His favorite teachers taught him the importance of paying attention to detail. He found that lesson to be particularly valuable in construction, both in the office and on job sites. He appreciates working for S+B James and the way our team works together towards the same goal. “As a team, it is very collaborative and tight, allowing for growth over the year.”
Fun Facts About Austin:
- Loves the 49ers and the Sacramento Kings
- Favorite trip so far: Barcelona and Ibiza, Spain
- Dream: Professional Soccer player

Sam Khan
Project Engineer
After volunteering more than 200 hours as a tutor at a GED preparation facility, Sam got his first job as a tutor at Sylvan Learning Center. He became Tutor of the Year based on student progress and was even voted as “Favorite Tutor” by the students. This first job taught Sam that people can get their work done and contribute to a positive and fun working environment at the same time. He now brings these skills to S+B James and his experiences have taught him that “hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.”
Fun Facts About Sam:
- Loves the outdoors, especially Yosemite and Lake Tahoe
- Depending on the weather, you’ll find him hiking or playing video games
- Enjoys anything that brings people together

Craig Langseth
Project Manager
Craig believes that one of his most influential teachers, not just for school but for life, was one of his high school math teachers. She took math and made it relevant to real problems and practical applications. The real lesson was that if you show someone the “why” and the “how” it will be far more beneficial and more likely to be understood and retained. That’s a lesson for learning or teaching anything, not just math! Craig never stopped learning, and throughout his career, he learned the value of “working smarter, not harder” and maximizing opportunities outside of work as well. We’re happy to have him on the team!
Fun Facts About Craig:
- You can find him doing almost any outdoor activity
- Likes to travel and experience new things
- Loves spending time with the Kids

Alyssa Leon
Senior Project Manager
Alyssa credits two, impactful team leaders for her career growth. They taught her how to create a plan, get the team on board, and consistently monitor the plan to ensure follow-through from everyone. She is passionate about her career and is most proud of the reputation she has built within it. She’s worked hard to build and maintain good relationships and is learning to be an effective and motivating leader herself. Alyssa believes your credibility, knowledge, and experience will grow if you show up, work hard and have fun while doing it.
Fun Facts About Alyssa:
- Started working at 15 years old as a busser
- Tries to visit one new country every year
- Loves to go wine tasting

Scott Meskimen
Project Manager
Scott used to build custom homes and lite commercial buildings. While he enjoyed going to work every day, he just didn’t feel like he was being challenged in his position. Striving for something that would push him to his full potential and offer advancement opportunities, Scott found himself at S+B James. Not only is he growing with his daily project challenges, but he continues to enjoy the people and the environment that he works in. One of his favorite projects to work on was the high-end retail store at the Ala Moana shopping center in Honolulu, Hawaii. There were many obstacles to overcome, but the store was opened as scheduled and within budget. Scott lives his best life by balancing his passion for his career and his love for his family.
Fun Facts about Scott:
- He’s a father and a grandfather
- He rides a motorcycle
- Prefers to spend his free time with outdoor hobbies

Hayden Meyers
Senior Project Manager
Two of Hayden’s most influential teachers in his life are his grandfather and father. They ran a family business and taught him the value of hard work and perseverance. His father demonstrated the importance of having pride and passion in the work being done. Hayden has already learned that while hard work will help you succeed, strong communication skills is the key to taking your career to the next level. He believes that creating and maintaining relationships with the people he works is one of the most important things to do. Hayden is looking forward to doing great things at S+B James’ Sacramento branch and appreciates the guidance and support he’s received from the S+B James team.
Fun Facts about Hayden:
- Has an English Chocolate Lab named Chip
- An avid rugby, baseball, and football fan
- Was Captain of the UC Davis 2015 DI-AA National Championship Team

Rick Miller
Project Manager
Rick started his first job as a courtesy clerk and bagger and enjoyed meeting new people during his time. It offered him the life experience of engaging with all different types of people. Rick has worked for S+B James for almost 32 years and appreciates working for such an exceptional company and with a team that has extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of construction. He loves the challenge of his job and is always learning something new.
Fun Facts about Rick:
- Loves to hike, hunt, and fish
- Would tell his 20yr old self to learn patience
- Most proud of the relationships he’s built over the years

Monique Naranjo
Project Coordinator
Monique’s first job was as a summer camp leader at the YMCA. She got the job after she volunteered. She had to fulfill volunteer hours and was dreading the job beforehand. She ended up falling in love with it and learned that trying new and unexpected things can be very rewarding. Her most significant teacher in life was a woman named Samantha, who helped Monique during a difficult time in her life. Monique learned that she should always try new things and give things a chance, even when she didn’t think she would enjoy it or be good at it. Samantha also taught Monique a basic, but important life lesson: Always be a good person because you never know what it will mean to someone.
Fun Facts About Monique:
- Loves to find and cook new recipes
- Has a talent for making traditional recipes vegan
- Likes the to hike in the great outdoors

Anne Cuga
Project Coordinator
One of Anne’s first jobs involved theatre where she was running lights and sound, a stagehand, and a turntable operator. She later worked as a stage manager. Anne found that she loves working as part of a team and making the pieces of something bigger come together. She believes that construction can be like one big production with a bonus that the results are more lasting. Over the course of her career, she started in technical theatre and later moved to construction. If Anne could tell her 20-year old self anything, she would say that being passionate about your job and working with good people is important, but that there are more ways to do that than one may think. During her free time, Anne enjoys reading, movies, live theatre, and enjoys boating.
Fun Facts About Anne:
- Has always lived in California
- Has a rat terrier mix rescue dog named Pebbles and a blue belly lizard named Blaze
- Played the piano and clarinet in high school

Nick Gainer
Project Engineer
Nick’s first job was a Grounds Keeper at Johnson Ranch Racquet Club where he enjoyed socializing with guests to give them a better experience. Throughout the course of his career, he’d tell his 20-year old self that he shouldn’t be so hard on himself and let life happen. When Nick’s not working, he enjoys hanging out with his family and working hard to accomplish the most that he can in the time given.
Fun Facts About Nick:
- Favorite karaoke song – “Life’s Been Good” by Joe Walsh
- Scariest thing he’s ever done: Almost feel off of Half Dome in Yosemite
- Play’s lacrosse in a league where he travels throughout the U.S. for

Rob Spohn
Project Manager
One of Rob’s greatest teachers was a former employer. Being a “control enthusiast”, it took this employer to teach him the art of delegation after years of trying to do too much when it came to projects. He learned the value of a great team and their support of those projects. As a Project Manager, Rob has worked on many different projects. His favorite is the McClinton Cancer Center for Baylor Scott and White Health in Waco Texas. He really appreciated the importance of this project as the facility brought much needed cancer care to the region. Rob has joined S+B James and feels that we have a very talented team with diverse skills and backgrounds which allows us the to take on nearly any project while producing outstanding results.
Fun Facts About Rob:
- He is an avid football fan
- Loves being an empty nester (but loves his five kids!)
- Likes to build furniture

Brian McCarthy
Project Manager
Brian’s first job was as a valet driver for a company in Redwood City. The scariest thing Brian has ever done is backflip off a pier in Hawaii over a coral reef.
Fun Facts about Brian:
- His favorite karaoke song is by Bryan Adams titled Summer of ’69.
- Brian is a sixth generation twin and his sister just had the seventh generation.

Jesus Hernandez
Project Manager
One of Jesus’ first jobs was working for a local car wash during the summer and weekends since he was in high school. He learned financial stability and that investing in yourself is necessary to accomplish that. Over the course of his career, Jesus has learned to deal with stress better. He would tell his 20 year old self to be more patient with situations and not make impulsive decisions. With all of his experience, Jesus’ favorite project is actually a clinic renovation project that was a 40,000 square-foot LEED project consisting of infrastructure upgrades and finishes. When Jesus isn’t working on a project, he enjoys exploring the great outdoors, hiking, and going for a run.
Fun Facts About Jesus:
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- Favorite karaoke song: Despacito
- Was at 4 states at once (4-Corners Monument)
- Walked for 6 miles at night in the middle of nowhere looking for a gas station

Bill Rowan
Project Manager
One of Bill’s first jobs was a laborer on a demolition crew. Over the course of his career, he has grown from a very tactical and task-focused person to one capable of having a more strategic perspective. If he could go back in time, he would tell his 20-year-old self to slow down and think more before responding. Bill believes the most important thing to focus on when working with people is the relationship, which he learned through his extensive experience in retail construction. When Bill isn’t working, you can catch him enjoying the outdoors, hiking, biking, snowboarding, fishing, camping, or spending time with his family.
Fun Facts about Bill:
- Favorite karaoke song, “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
- Graduated high school at the age of 16
- Can do handstands in hot yoga class

Kyle Wilkins
Assistant Project Manager
Kyle likes working for S&B James because he believes that, beyond being an established General Contracting company, we strive to better ourselves, produce “awesome” projects, and work towards creating and maintaining great relationships both within the industry and our community. Kyle loves being able to see a project start from nothing, such as a set of plans, and watch that plan develop and the process of the project to completion. He finds himself saying “wow” at the end and enjoys that he was a part of it! In fact, his favorite construction project so far was a TI buildout of an Amazon project in Seattle called “Troy Block” which included a 12 & a 13 story building, totaling 820,000 sf. The 13-story building housed a high-end restaurant on the first floor and, overall, Kyle thought that the restaurant and office spaces above had very “cool” finishes.
Fun Facts About Kyle:
- You can find Kyle splitting his free time between playing video games and being outdoors
- Likes to hunt, ride dirt bikes, work on classic muscles cars
- Was a rower (sport) in school

Zach Vorhis
Project Engineer
Zach learned the importance of teamwork early on in his professional career. From his first job as a camp counselor to competing in his first ASC Reno competition on Sacramento State’s Electrical team, Zach’s positive attitude and eagerness to learn new things has proven to be a valuable asset. His favorite teacher, and old baseball coach, taught him how to have fun while still respecting the game of baseball, a concept that he now applies to everyday life.
Fun Facts about Zach:
- He taught himself how to ice skate and play hockey
- Favorite team is the San Francisco 49ers
- Prefers to watch Hockey live over all other sports

Garrett Conrad
Project Engineer
Garrett’s first job was for an online watch store. Garrett believes that the best gift anyone’s ever given to him is time because it’s the only thing that someone can’t take back. Something that he can do better than anyone else he knows is picking up hands-on skills like welding, woodworking, etc. If Garrett were stranded on and desert island, the items that he would bring are: a knife, large chunk of flint, and a water bottle. Despite being an adventurous, hands-on working person, Garrett would say that he’s an introvert overall. He definitely loves his day to day interaction with people, but recharging after a long day is necessary for him.
Fun Facts About Garrett:
- Loves going on adventures with his wife and son
- Swam in a Cenote while in Mexico
- Looking for a 5th wheel to switch to full time RV living

Gracyn Powell
Project Engineer
One of Gracyn’s first jobs was at a paper mill over the summers. It taught her how to work hard and give her best no matter what job she was doing. Over the course of her career, she’s become more confident in this field. Being on site has helped, where it led her to see firsthand the different construction management methods and processes that go into a project, as well as learning how to communicate with clients and subcontractors. Gracyn would tell herself that it’s okay to not know the answer, but being willing to learn and put the work into understanding is what matters. Of all the projects she’s worked on, her favorite is one where she was doing adaptive reuse construction of historical buildings in the downtown area of Birmingham, Alabama. When Gracyn isn’t working, you can find her doing crossfit, staying active, and traveling.
Fun Facts About Gracyn:
- Loves Alabama football
- Doing all things outdoors with her dog, Jackson
- Loves to do overseas mission work where she spent the summer in Uganda and went to Guatemala

Matt Langbehn
Project Engineer
Matt’s first job was as a youth basketball referee. Over the course of his career, he’s changed by trusting himself more and taking chances. He would tell his 20-year old self that when things don’t go the way you expected, it’s an opportunity to embrace chance and grow. When Matt is not working, he enjoys fishing, duck hunting and is currently learning about bowhunting. He wants to go on an elk hunt soon in Idaho or Montana.
Fun Facts About Matt:
- Has a yellow lab named Posey
- Favorite karaoke song – “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” by Toby Kieth
- Scariest thing he’s ever done was jump off a giant waterfall in Hawaii

Bradley Maples
Project Engineer
Bradley’s first job was a plumber’s aid/laborer for journeyman plumbers. He loved learning the hands-on skills and working with extremely skilled people. During the course of his career, he learned to gain confidence in what he does and would tell himself that there are times where you’re going to be wrong. Bradley’s favorite project he’s ever worked on was a renovation of an existing parking garage into office spaces during his first internship. When he’s not working, Bradley is involved in the community whether it’s his church or simply hanging out with friends. You can catch him, his wife, and his two pups out hiking.
Fun Facts About Bradley:
- Die hard Giants and 49ers fan
- Comes from a very large family where he has 8 siblings
- Played rugby for 4 years while attending UC Davis

Linda Saechin
Marketing
One of Linda’s first jobs was a student assistant where she learned about academic advising and how to use Adobe programs for marketing. When it comes to career, she values strong, open communication and management because she believes that it says a lot about an organization. When she’s not working, Linda enjoys photography and spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, and exploring nature.
Fun Facts About Linda:
- Has hiked 2 active volcanoes
- Has been to the tallest building and the tallest peak in Thailand
- Has visited 4/9 national parks in California

Suha Musallam
Marketing
Suha’s first job was as a Graphic Designer for Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Suha was born and raised in Jordan until she turned 16, then moved to the States. The biggest risk Suha has ever taken was quitting her job to pursue a freelance career.
Fun Facts About Suha:
- Her favorite karaoke song is anything by the Backstreet Boys.
- She is a morning person, but only after she has had her coffee.
- She speaks Arabic.

Jaiden Singh
Marketing Intern
One of Jaiden’s first jobs was a line cook. It really taught him how important it is to pay attention to the small details. Jaiden’s best teacher was his high school English teacher who taught him that just because you spend a lot of time on something, if the quality of it isn’t good, that does not warrant a good grade. Over the course of his career, he believes that it is ever changing. Jaiden recently changed majors which forced him to rethink the life he had envisioned for himself. His favorite project that he’s ever worked on was his podcast because he enjoys having a creative outlet to engage with people. Overall, Jaiden is someone who enjoys being around people and trying new foods, no matter how crazy.
Fun Facts About Jaiden:
- Has sky-dived before
- Has a 6 month old kitten named Loki
- Used to work at The Cheesecake Factory

Micaela Slane
Marketing Coordinator
Micaela’s first job was working in the emergency room where she learned the value of commitment to one’s own work ethic and even more so, commitment to one’s community. Over the course of her career, she would tell her 20 year old self to take time to know and accept yourself as you are, with the people you currently have beside you. Micaela believes that the “now” is equally as important as the time when you find yourself in your success later on. When she’s not working, she is spending every other moment with her two year old son, Conrad.
Fun Facts About Micaela:
- Left-handed
- Jazz vocalist
- Guitarist

Angela Le
Project Engineer Intern
Angela’s first job was a veterinary assistant. The best gift anyone’s ever given to her was opportunity. Angela’s parents escaped Vietnam and sought refuge in America for a better life and future, so she believes that opportunity and being a believer is the motto of life. Despite making a huge decision to move to Sacramento, she believes it was a good unexpected decision that no one anticipated. Outside of work, Angela loves making people laugh. She enjoys spending quality time with others, drawing energy from being around people. Angela loves being connected with people, herself and to the world so much so that if she could instantly become an expert in something, it would be languages.
Fun Facts About Angela:
- Has gone skydiving, bungee jumping, and white water rafting
- Rode on a ostrich and held a young alligator
- Ran the Nike Women’s Half Marathon 2 years in a row.

Aidan Anderson
Project Engineer Intern
Aidens first job was as a junior umpire for the local baseball league. Aiden currently attends UC Davis, where he is studying Civil Engineering. When he is not snowboarding, you can find Aiden outside, either in the water or on a hike.
Fun Facts About Aiden:
- Aiden has rebuilt a dirt bike engine
- He has a dog and a cat
- The best teacher he ever had was his high school math teacher.