Heidelberg Materials Appoints Bill Fedorka as SVP Fly Ash, Following Jim Clayton’s Retirement
On June 30, Heidelberg Materials announced the appointment of Bill Fedorka P.E., as senior vice president, Fly Ash, Southeast Region, effective July 1, 2025. He succeeds Jim Clayton, who is retiring after 20 years of dedicated service with the company.
Wells Announces Emily Drake as Chief of Staff
On July 9, Wells announced the addition of Emily Drake as chief of staff. In this strategic new role, Drake serves as a critical extension of the executive office, working directly with the CEO to drive key business initiatives, enhance operational alignment and lead cross-functional collaboration across the organization.
Lockton Strengthens Industry Specialization With Appointment of Paul Primavera as National Construction Practice Leader
On July 8, Lockton named Paul Primavera as its National Construction Practice leader. This strategic move underscores Lockton’s ongoing commitment to industry specialization—delivering tailored, innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients.
In this role, Primavera will build upon Lockton’s deep bench of construction expertise to drive growth, enhance client engagement and develop and optimize resources across the U.S. to create value for clients. He will oversee Lockton’s construction national strategy, reinforcing commitment to delivering excellence and innovation across the U.S.
Skanska USA Building announces Jackie Ryan as Business Development Director of Greater Washington, D.C., and Baltimore Operations
On July 16, Skanska announced Jackie Ryan as business development director for its greater Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Maryland operations, based out of USA Building’s Rockville, Maryland, office. Ryan brings deep expertise to her new role with years of business development, strategic marketing, community partnerships and operations management experience in the greater NVA-Washington-Baltimore market.
Johnson Controls Appoints Chris Scalia as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Cork, Ireland
On July 15, Johnson Controls announced the appointment of Chris Scalia as executive vice president and chief human resources officer. Scalia will report to CEO Joakim Weidemanis and serve as a member of the company’s executive committee.
Skanska USA Building Announces Veronica Gross as Vice President of Business Development for Atlanta
On July 23, Skanska named Veronica Gross as vice president of Business Development for Skanska USA Building’s operations in Atlanta. Gross is nearly a 30-year veteran of Skanska’s Atlanta office, where she has led various operations roles across aviation, hospitality, and telecommunications sectors.
Burr & Forman Adds Partner Michelle West in Washington, D.C.
On July 23, Burr & Forman announced attorney Michelle West has joined its Washington, D.C., office as a partner in the Construction and Project Development practice group. West brings more than two decades of trial experience to her construction and commercial litigation practice, representing clients in high-stakes disputes throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia. From multimillion-dollar infrastructure claims to complex private project matters, she is known for her courtroom acumen and clear, strategic advocacy. West also counsels government contractors on federal compliance issues, combining litigation insights with a practical approach to risk management and resolution.
H. J. Russell & Company Promotes Tiffanie Lewis to Vice President of Talent Enablement
On July 23, H. J. Russell & Company announced the promotion of Tiffanie Lewis to vice president of Talent Enablement. In this role, she will lead the company’s employee development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and engagement strategies. She reports to Mona Garland, chief people officer. Lewis brings over 30 years of experience with the company, having advanced through roles in property management, compliance, information technology and shared services. Her ability to connect strategy to execution and drive cross-functional collaboration has made her a key contributor across the organization.
Warfel Construction Promotes Corbin Beittel to General Manager, Central Pennsylvania
On July 28, Warfel announced the promotion of Corbin Beittel to general manager, Central Pennsylvania, effective August 1, 2025. In this role, Beittel will oversee the day-to-day operations of Warfel’s East Petersburg and State College offices and provide leadership to the region’s project management teams.
Two McMahon employees are recognized with Lifetime Achievement Awards from Wisconsin City/County Management Association
On July 28, McMahon celebrated employees Mark Rohloff and Russ Van Gompel who recently received Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Wisconsin City/County Management Association. The award honors individuals who have made significant personal and professional contributions to their communities and the advancement of local government management.
Rohloff is the manager of McMahon’s Public Safety and Municipal Management division. Over his career, he has served as city manager for Oshkosh, city administrator in Berlin, town administrator in Grand Chute, as well as numerous other positions in California and Colorado.
Van Gompel, a public management specialist at McMahon, was honored for over 40 years of dedicated service to local governments. His career began in the Village of Little Chute as finance director and later village administrator, followed by roles as village manager in Brown Deer, city manager in Eau Claire and finance director for the City of Oshkosh.
Burr & Forman Welcomes Benjamin Goldammer, Danica Grosko Suedekum and Tiffany Oliver in Nashville
On August 4, Burr & Forman announced that Benjamin (Ben) Goldammer and Danica Grosko Suedekum have joined the firm as partners, and Tiffany Oliver has joined the firm as an associate. All three attorneys come to the firm’s Nashville office from Kay Griffin PLLC, and will be part of Burr’s Construction & Project Development practice group.
Goldammer has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for his work in construction and insurance law. He received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School and his B.A. from Xavier University.
Suedekum has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for her work in commercial litigation. She received her J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law and her B.A. from Samford University.
Oliver received her J.D. from the University of Tennessee College of Law and her B.A. from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
McCarthy Building Companies Strengthens San Diego Leadership Team With Key Promotions
On August 11, McCarthy Building Companies Inc. announced a pair of promotions in San Diego: Brianna Bleakley to regional concrete director for the Southern Pacific Region and Jose Bojorquez to regional safety director, overseeing safety performance in San Diego and Las Vegas. These two promotions strengthen McCarthy’s regional leadership team, adding key experience and expertise.
For the past 12 years, Bleakley has been known throughout McCarthy for her enthusiasm in training craft professionals and fostering career growth within skilled trades. In her new position, Bleakley will lead self-perform concrete efforts with a focus on consistency in execution, safety, workforce development and aligning practices with McCarthy’s strategic goals. She will play a significant role in supporting the region’s strategic growth plan to expand its capabilities through strengthened in-house expertise.
Bojorquez, also a McCarthy veteran of more than 12 years, will lead regional and company-wide initiatives, ensuring the continued enhancement of McCarthy’s industry-leading safety culture. As the regional safety director role, he will oversee training, communication, case management and policy improvements while driving proactive strategies across San Diego and Las Vegas. A champion of operational excellence, Bojorquez has been instrumental in fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
McMahon Announces Chris Dopkins and Tony Kappell as New Directors
On August 18, McMahon announced Chris Dopkins, project manager, and Tony Kappell, water/wastewater project engineer, have been named directors in the company.
Dopkins has been with McMahon for more than 27 years, serving as a project manager at the company’s Machesney Park, Illinois office. He has a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville. Dopkins will hold the title of director of regional services.
Kappell has served as a project engineer in McMahon’s water/wastewater division, based in Neenah, Wisconsin, for 21 years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in environmental engineering, both from the University of Minnesota. Kappell will hold the new title of director of water/wastewater division.
Adolfson & Peterson Construction Welcomes Amber Autumn as Central Texas Business Development Director
On Aug. 19, Adolfson & Peterson Construction hired Amber Autumn as director of business development for Central Texas in its Austin office. A business development and commercial construction veteran, Autumn brings more than 26 years of diverse experience in the built environment.
Wesco Welcomes Ralph Elder as Vice President of Sales
On August 20, Wesco announced Ralph Elder as the new vice president of sales. Elder joins this role with a distinguished career spanning over two decades in leadership, strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple industries. Most recently, he served as vice president of sales and marketing at Agr International, where he was recruited to lead the commercial growth strategy following the company’s acquisition by Indicor.
Vladimir Monroe Joins McCarthy as Director of Workforce and Community Engagement
On August 22, McCarthy Building Companies Inc. announced the appointment of Vladimir Monroe as director of Workforce and Community Engagement for the 29-state Central Region. In his new role, Monroe will lead the strategic direction of the region’s workforce development initiatives and community engagement efforts.
