Our Leaders

  • Vice President, Operations
    Austin
  • Caitlin utilizes her 13 years of Human Resources experience to lead the People Operations team as Director of People Operations. She creates a collaborative atmosphere with senior and executive leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention. She excels in leading policy implementation and processes, identifying staffing and recruiting needs and developing best practices for hiring and talent management. Caitlin has a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Houston Downtown.
    Director, People Operations
    Houston
  • Calen began his career 15 years ago in construction as an intern with S&P where he supported the needs for 28 post-Hurricane Katrina school district recovery projects. This experience shaped Calen’s outlook on construction leading him to be a compassionate and collaborative leader. He works closely with school districts, architects, and our construction teams to deliver safe innovative projects that inspire creativity and enrich communities. He is currently serving as the Board President for the Association for Learning Environments South Texas Chapter.
    Vice President, Education
    Austin
  • Carmen has been focused on A/E/C marketing communications and business development for more than 20 years. In her role at S&P, she leads a team of marketing, communications and proposal management professionals that help S&P and our seven subsidiaries advance our market position across a broad range of targeted sectors. She oversees corporate branding, internal and external communications, proposal development and other business development marketing support. Her background includes marketing and communications leadership roles spanning the spectrum of the professional services industry, including architecture, engineering and construction. A Certified Professional Services Marketer, Carmen is an alumnus of University of Houston Clear Lake, past president of SMPS Houston and past board member of CREW Houston. She continues her involvement in SMPS, CREW and other industry organizations with a passion for mentoring the next generation of professionals.
    Vice President, Marketing & Communications
    Houston
  • An industry veteran of 28 years, Cecil has spent his career leading project teams and operations units and currently serves as the Vice President of Project Controls. His leadership style is guided by the principle of growing and developing people. His experience extends into many sectors of the construction industry, with positions ranging from carpenter to operations executive. Cecil currently serves on the Board of Directors at Associated Builders and Contractors Greater Houston, as well as their PAC, Membership and DE&I committees.
    Vice President, Project Controls
    Houston
  • An industry veteran, Charles brings over 27 years of experience working on a wide range of projects. He currently leads S&P’s budgeting and estimating needs, including continuous monitoring of costs during the design stages. Charles ensures quality of the overall preconstruction process and deliverables. He also provides leadership and assistance to the preconstruction team to keep the project cost and schedule on track through construction.
    Vice President, Estimating
    Houston
  • Charlie has worked in the commercial construction industry for more than 32 years. He has managed projects in many segments of the construction industry including Aviation, Public Works, Higher Education, and Institutional facilities and now serves as Chief Operations Officer for Satterfield & Pontikes Construction. Charlie worked on hospitality, sports, and national security projects across the country before joining S&P in 2001. After successfully managing two complex multi-building projects in Houston, Charlie moved to Dallas to be the Business Unit Manager, responsible for North Texas projects. With a focus on creating an accountable, team-oriented environment, his priorities centered on providing excellent customer service, planning, and strong cost and quality control. Charlie’s management style is rooted not only in his having worked his way through the ranks at Satterfield & Pontikes but also reflects his education and strong business sense. Charlie holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Science from Purdue University where he remains a very active alumnus.
    Chief Operating Officer
    Houston
  • A seasoned professional, Elizabeth has been involved in the construction industry since 2000. Elizabeth excels in forging connections with key stakeholders such as owners, architects, and industry professionals to identify and pursue lucrative construction opportunities. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Business from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.
    Senior Director, Business Development
    Houston
  • An S&P veteran of 22 years, Eric is well versed in the day-to-day operations of the company. Eric excels in optimizing workflows, ensuring project efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of quality. Eric has consistently demonstrated an innate understanding of the construction industry.
    Executive Vice President, Operations
    Houston
  • Frank has worked on and managed a multitude of aviation projects ranging from under a million dollars to over $4 Billion. Having practiced as an architect, an owner, and a construction manager/contractor, he brings a well-rounded understanding of what it takes for all parties involved to succeed. Frank is well versed on aviation operations and the unique needs of the aviation client and aviation architecture. He brings the ability to coordinate construction with operations, remain flexible during irregular operations, the implications of SIDA security and the knowledge of airside systems and roadside passenger processing, all of which are key to a successful aviation construction project.
    Executive Vice President
    Houston
  • Gary brings 35 years of industry experience working on a range of projects totaling over $1 billion. He leads all of S&P’s construction budgeting and estimating needs, establishes budget controls, coordinates procurement decisions, and direct cost analysis and comparisons. He helps to ensure that our budget is on track, minimize gaps in our estimates, and eliminate last-minute surprises in the GMP.
    Director, Preconstruction
    San Antonio
  • Involved in construction and development since the mid-1970s, George founded Satterfield & Pontikes Construction with Tommy Satterfield in 1989. Today, As CEO and Chairman, he oversees financial administration and all key management staffing selections. An innovator in construction management systems, George has pioneered numerous technological advancements and earned numerous awards, including a national American Institute of Architects (AIA) award for the most inspirational BIM pilot project. George has served on several industry-related and philanthropic boards in the Houston-Galveston area including the Galveston Bay Foundation as a Board-member, Board President, and now, Emeritus Director.
    CEO & Chairman
    Houston
  • With 28 years of experience in higher education, K-12, detention facilities, healthcare, and various private sector projects, Haralson has enjoyed a well-rounded career in the construction industry. A dedicated leader, Haralson is known to take a hands-on management approach in order to stay informed on all aspects of his projects. He prioritizes both open communication and collaboration and leverages his comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry when making decisions. Haralson holds a B.S. in Construction Management from East Carolina University. He is actively involved with TEXO (AGC & ABC), Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FWHCC), the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA), and the Regional Black Contractors Association (RBCA), lending support to their Second Chance Program.
    Senior Vice President, Operations
    Dallas
  • S&P’s Healthcare group is managed by Jeff Brooks, a 28-year veteran of the healthcare industry with strengths in healthcare facility planning, design, construction, and operations. As a former healthcare CEO, Jeff spent 12 years in healthcare administration and operations and then an additional 15 years at a healthcare planning, design, and construction firm. Jeff holds an MBA and an engineering degree from Southern Methodist University. He is an ASHE/AHA Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), LEED Green Associate, certified in healthcare evidence based design (EDAC), and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE).
    Vice President, Healthcare
    Dallas
  • Jeff excels at managing the relationships between the client and the project team. He ensures the consistent quality of service at all project stages, and shares current best practices in construction across our project teams. Throughout his 21-year career, Jeff has demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest level, and to communicate effectively with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners.
    Director, Operations
    San Antonio
  • Jim serves as General Counsel for the S&P Family of Companies. He is responsible for legal and risk matters affecting S&P and its subsidiaries, including formulation and implementation of corporate strategy, management of legal budget, staff and outside counsel, contract review and negotiation, and coordination of claims. He has 15 years of experience, with 9 of them spent at S&P. He has received degrees in Government from University of Texas at Austin M.B.A. and University of Houston- Clear Lake J.D., South Texas College of Law.
    General Counsel
    Houston
  • John has been an important part of S&P and its executive leadership team for two decades. John has been responsible for sales, marketing, business development, client and external relations as well as communications and strategic planning. He leverages experience gained in the global AEC market as well as the US House of Representatives to position S&P for opportunities in diverse markets and for future growth. John has been a member of both the Houston Board of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Associated General Contractors (AGC).
    Chief Revenue Officer
    Houston
  • Assistant General Counsel
    Houston
  • Ken has more than 40 years of experience in the construction industry. His broad base of knowledge has been gained through successful completion of educational, industrial, commercial office, municipal, retail, aviation, healthcare, and detention facilities. Ken is responsible for all operations of the Central Business Unit, including business development, preconstruction, and executive project oversight. As a Senior Vice President, he is responsible for ensuring that the business unit performance is in compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ensuring all teams and projects maintain the high levels of safety, quality, innovation and service it is known for. His passion is building teams and experiencing success through effective leadership. Ken holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction from the University of Louisiana.
    Senior Vice President, Operations
    San Antonio & Austin
  • Kevin oversees S&P’s industrial focus and drives its continued growth. With 25 years in the industry, Griffin brings a deep understanding of project work from the owner’s perspective. Griffin’s most notable projects are the PSC Groups Advanced Recycling facility and Ravago Americas Baytown Project for Packaging and Blending PE/PP Plastic Resins. Additionally, Griffin developed new molding technology to mold the World’s Largest Plastic Part. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a minor in Marketing from East Texas Baptist University. He is a Certified Fleet Safety professional and serves on the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Board of Directors.
    Director, Industrial
    Houston
  • Laura has over 24 years of diverse construction industry experience. As one of the founders of Satterfield & Pontikes, Laura has been involved in all facets of growing the company from a start-up business to a $300 million dollar concern. Mrs. Pontikes currently serves as Internal Auditor. Her role in corporate support is based on her life-long involvement in construction projects from running drill barges in South Florida to the development of award-winning buildings. She is particularly skilled in financial and project analysis and has an exceptional track record of mentoring emerging subcontractors.
    Internal Auditor
    Houston
  • Mario has been with S&P for his entire 25-year career, focusing on safety and quality in the field. As Director of Corporate Safety, Mario provides leadership and coordination of the day-to-day safety requirements. Mario is responsible for providing project safety management oversight and a resource to field supervisors, foremen and workers in all safety, security, health and environment matters related to Health and Safety. His strength in troubleshooting, problem-solving, as well as planning and implementing proactive procedures offset the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites. Mario is knowledgeable in Local, State, and National Building Codes and certified in jobsite safety. He is experienced in OSHA and worksite safety and has a successful history of investigating damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
    Director, Corporate Safety
    Houston
  • Mark oversees IT, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), Systems Integration, and Analytics departments. His experience includes VDC and working with fire protection systems in nuclear power plants. He was also heavily involved in the LAX Terminals 2 & 3 project, serving as the program's BIM Manager and eventually being promoted to Project Controls Manager during his three years with the project. He was involved with BIM design coordination, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and package turnover. During his tenure at S&P, Mark has been directly involved in almost 40 projects. The combined value of all these projects would be close to three billion dollars. He holds a B.S. in Computer Graphics Technology with a focus in Construction and a minor in Computer Information Technology from Purdue University.
    Vice President, Innovation & Technology
    Houston
  • Matt is a 42-year veteran of the construction industry. He has worked on more than $3 billion in projects across multiple market sectors including Higher Education, Aviation, Healthcare, K-12, Federal, Commercial and Science & Technology. Matt has had roles in estimating, field operations, sales/account development, and in Business Unit Management. He currently serves as Corporate Vice President and is the General Manager for Prolégo.
    Corporate Vice President, Prolégo Consulting Solutions
    Houston
  • Matt has extensive experience in project management and construction management services uniquely and exclusively for airport facilities. From airport planning, design oversight, and funding allocations to estimating, scheduling, program budgeting, terminal and ramp construction, Matt is multi-faceted in all areas of airport construction. He has more than 20 years’ experience in passenger boarding bridges, visual guidance systems, PC air systems, 400 hz and 28VDC aircraft power systems, Federal Inspection Systems, U.S. Customs and Boarder Protection Systems and more. He is an expert in baggage handling system/checked baggage inspection systems and security screening checkpoint industries, as well as modernizing and upgrading large, complex airport terminals.
    Vice President, Aviation
    Dallas
  • In her role as Chief Financial Officer, Michelle is responsible for leading the finance department, providing oversight for the company’s financial operations, and contributing to the long-term financial strategy for the S&P Family of Companies. Before her appointment to CFO, Michelle had amassed more than 35 years of experience as a controller, which greatly contributed to her extensive expertise in accounting.
    Chief Financial Officer
    Houston
  • Nic has a long history with S&P dating back more than 20 years when he served as the very first S&P summer intern. Since then, he has diligently worked his way up the company serving in numerous roles in both operations and corporate. He has a degree in Construction Management from Purdue University and is a Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS). Also a LEED Accredited Professional, Nic is an alumnus of Leadership Dallas. He is a passionate supporter of and volunteers with Arrow Child & Family Ministries and Nora’s Home.
    President
    Houston
  • Nick is no stranger to the industry having been a part of S&P since he was a teenager. After receiving his Construction Science degree he began working on a variety of construction projects, acting as a CM on multiple aviation projects on behalf of Delta in NYC, and then branching out in the development of various apartments and industrial sites. With experience on a variety of building types, he quickly became responsible for developing and building facilities in Houston and across Texas. Nick’s experience, management skills and determination to deliver for his clients has earned him a reputation as an expert in his field. In addition to serving as S&P’s Multifamily Market Sector Leader, Nick leads the development, design, and construction for our commercial development company Pontikes.
    Vice President, Multi-Family
    Houston
  • As Vice President of Eagle Contracting, Roy is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s operation. This includes overseeing the estimating department and the procurement of new work. He also oversees the project management staff and involvement in keeping the proper manpower and equipment focused on the successful completion of the company’s construction projects. Roy has enjoyed a 42-year career in construction with 26 years spent at Eagle.
    Vice President, Eagle Contracting
    Dallas
  • Ryan excels at project execution, training, safety, customer service, planning, cost and quality control, and subcontractor coordination. During preconstruction, Ryan provides constructability input, assists in subcontractor bid package development, and determines the optimal construction methods and techniques to build the project. During construction, he is responsible for monitoring the schedule, costs, and progress of the work in place.
    Director, Operations
    Houston
  • Sam focuses on broadening and diversifying the S&P’s portfolio across commercial sectors, including office, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use. He brings more than 20 years of structural engineering and commercial construction expertise to S&P. The most notable projects in his career are the Mercedes-Benz football stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons, the Hyatt Regency Baytown Hotel and Convention Center, and the Hyatt Regency Conroe Hotel and Convention Center. Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Georgia. He is a licensed professional engineer in seven states. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Friday Harbor, a non-profit organization that provides temporary lodging for cancer patients and their families, as well as being a Captain on the Wine Sales Committee for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
    Vice President, Commercial
    Houston
  • Sean brings more than 20 years of experience leading complicated, multi-phased projects. He uses his comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry when making decisions regarding trade partner selection, developing and controlling project schedules and budgets, and interfacing with owners, architects and engineers. He manages projects, including procurement, issuance of subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
    Director, Operations
    Houston
  • Steven is a dynamic business development leader at the company, leveraging over two decades of experience. In his role, he drives revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives and cultivates valuable partnerships that drive the company forward. With a proven track record of success, Steven excels in identifying opportunities, negotiating deals, and delivering results that exceed expectations. His extensive expertise in sales strategy and relationship building makes him an invaluable asset in driving the company's growth trajectory.
    Director, Business Development
    San Antonio
  • Taimoor provides overall leadership at the preconstruction phase of the project and acts as a liaison between the owner, the A/E team, and the S&P team. He ensures quality of overall preconstruction processes and deliverables. He provides leadership and assistance to the preconstruction team to keep the project cost and schedule on track. Taimoor works closely with our operations team to minimize any risks of cost overruns and schedule delays due to volatility in the current trade & supply market.
    Vice President, Preconstruction
    Houston
  • With 36 years of experience, Todd brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. As a Director of Operations, Todd is responsible for oversight of all construction activities including tracking work in place, monitoring job costs, reviewing quality control, and determining construction methods and techniques that are the best fit for each of his projects. He has developed a reputation in the Houston area for being a strong leader and communicating effectively with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners.
    Director, Operations
    Houston
  • Trey serves as Vice President and oversee the Self Perform group comprised of Greco Structures, Rollcon, Rocket Pumping, and Westway Construction. He excels in strategy development and implementation, financial planning, forecasting, client & stakeholder relations, project oversight and estimating. Trey has 15 years of industry experience with 9 of those spent in the S&P Family of Companies. He has a B.S. Environmental Design from the University of Oklahoma.
    Vice President, Self Perform Group
    Houston
  • With over eight years of construction industry experience, and four years with S&P, Will is no stranger to the AEC industry. As a Business Development Manager, he is responsible for building client and partner relationships to expand S&P’s reach across multiple markets. Will serves on the Houston board for the Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects. He graduated from Texas Tech University’s Rawls College of Business with a Bachelor of Business Administration.
    Manager, Business Development
    Houston

Our Leaders-

  • Caitlin Keller
    Caitlin utilizes her 13 years of Human Resources experience to lead the People Operations team as Director of People Operations. She creates a collaborative atmosphere with senior and executive leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention. She excels in leading policy implementation and processes, identifying staffing and recruiting needs and developing best practices for hiring and talent management. Caitlin has a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Houston Downtown.
  • Calen Shearer
    Calen began his career 15 years ago in construction as an intern with S&P where he supported the needs for 28 post-Hurricane Katrina school district recovery projects. This experience shaped Calen’s outlook on construction leading him to be a compassionate and collaborative leader. He works closely with school districts, architects, and our construction teams to deliver safe innovative projects that inspire creativity and enrich communities. He is currently serving as the Board President for the Association for Learning Environments South Texas Chapter.
  • Carmen Ryan
    Carmen has been focused on A/E/C marketing communications and business development for more than 20 years. In her role at S&P, she leads a team of marketing, communications and proposal management professionals that help S&P and our seven subsidiaries advance our market position across a broad range of targeted sectors. She oversees corporate branding, internal and external communications, proposal development and other business development marketing support. Her background includes marketing and communications leadership roles spanning the spectrum of the professional services industry, including architecture, engineering and construction. A Certified Professional Services Marketer, Carmen is an alumnus of University of Houston Clear Lake, past president of SMPS Houston and past board member of CREW Houston. She continues her involvement in SMPS, CREW and other industry organizations with a passion for mentoring the next generation of professionals.
  • Cecil Zachary
    An industry veteran of 28 years, Cecil has spent his career leading project teams and operations units and currently serves as the Vice President of Project Controls. His leadership style is guided by the principle of growing and developing people. His experience extends into many sectors of the construction industry, with positions ranging from carpenter to operations executive. Cecil currently serves on the Board of Directors at Associated Builders and Contractors Greater Houston, as well as their PAC, Membership and DE&I committees.
  • Charles Reagan
    An industry veteran, Charles brings over 27 years of experience working on a wide range of projects. He currently leads S&P’s budgeting and estimating needs, including continuous monitoring of costs during the design stages. Charles ensures quality of the overall preconstruction process and deliverables. He also provides leadership and assistance to the preconstruction team to keep the project cost and schedule on track through construction.
  • Charlie Fote
    Charlie has worked in the commercial construction industry for more than 32 years. He has managed projects in many segments of the construction industry including Aviation, Public Works, Higher Education, and Institutional facilities and now serves as Chief Operations Officer for Satterfield & Pontikes Construction. Charlie worked on hospitality, sports, and national security projects across the country before joining S&P in 2001. After successfully managing two complex multi-building projects in Houston, Charlie moved to Dallas to be the Business Unit Manager, responsible for North Texas projects. With a focus on creating an accountable, team-oriented environment, his priorities centered on providing excellent customer service, planning, and strong cost and quality control. Charlie’s management style is rooted not only in his having worked his way through the ranks at Satterfield & Pontikes but also reflects his education and strong business sense. Charlie holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Science from Purdue University where he remains a very active alumnus.
  • Elizabeth Stemac
    A seasoned professional, Elizabeth has been involved in the construction industry since 2000. Elizabeth excels in forging connections with key stakeholders such as owners, architects, and industry professionals to identify and pursue lucrative construction opportunities. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Business from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.
  • Eric Blankenship
    An S&P veteran of 22 years, Eric is well versed in the day-to-day operations of the company. Eric excels in optimizing workflows, ensuring project efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of quality. Eric has consistently demonstrated an innate understanding of the construction industry.
  • Frank Roetzel
    Frank has worked on and managed a multitude of aviation projects ranging from under a million dollars to over $4 Billion. Having practiced as an architect, an owner, and a construction manager/contractor, he brings a well-rounded understanding of what it takes for all parties involved to succeed. Frank is well versed on aviation operations and the unique needs of the aviation client and aviation architecture. He brings the ability to coordinate construction with operations, remain flexible during irregular operations, the implications of SIDA security and the knowledge of airside systems and roadside passenger processing, all of which are key to a successful aviation construction project.
  • Gary Pace
    Gary brings 35 years of industry experience working on a range of projects totaling over $1 billion. He leads all of S&P’s construction budgeting and estimating needs, establishes budget controls, coordinates procurement decisions, and direct cost analysis and comparisons. He helps to ensure that our budget is on track, minimize gaps in our estimates, and eliminate last-minute surprises in the GMP.
  • George A. Pontikes Jr.
    Involved in construction and development since the mid-1970s, George founded Satterfield & Pontikes Construction with Tommy Satterfield in 1989. Today, As CEO and Chairman, he oversees financial administration and all key management staffing selections. An innovator in construction management systems, George has pioneered numerous technological advancements and earned numerous awards, including a national American Institute of Architects (AIA) award for the most inspirational BIM pilot project. George has served on several industry-related and philanthropic boards in the Houston-Galveston area including the Galveston Bay Foundation as a Board-member, Board President, and now, Emeritus Director.
  • Jason Haralson
    With 28 years of experience in higher education, K-12, detention facilities, healthcare, and various private sector projects, Haralson has enjoyed a well-rounded career in the construction industry. A dedicated leader, Haralson is known to take a hands-on management approach in order to stay informed on all aspects of his projects. He prioritizes both open communication and collaboration and leverages his comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry when making decisions. Haralson holds a B.S. in Construction Management from East Carolina University. He is actively involved with TEXO (AGC & ABC), Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FWHCC), the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA), and the Regional Black Contractors Association (RBCA), lending support to their Second Chance Program.
  • Jeff Brooks, FACHE
    S&P’s Healthcare group is managed by Jeff Brooks, a 28-year veteran of the healthcare industry with strengths in healthcare facility planning, design, construction, and operations. As a former healthcare CEO, Jeff spent 12 years in healthcare administration and operations and then an additional 15 years at a healthcare planning, design, and construction firm. Jeff holds an MBA and an engineering degree from Southern Methodist University. He is an ASHE/AHA Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), LEED Green Associate, certified in healthcare evidence based design (EDAC), and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE).
  • Jeff Gould
    Jeff excels at managing the relationships between the client and the project team. He ensures the consistent quality of service at all project stages, and shares current best practices in construction across our project teams. Throughout his 21-year career, Jeff has demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest level, and to communicate effectively with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners.
  • Jim Muska
    Jim serves as General Counsel for the S&P Family of Companies. He is responsible for legal and risk matters affecting S&P and its subsidiaries, including formulation and implementation of corporate strategy, management of legal budget, staff and outside counsel, contract review and negotiation, and coordination of claims. He has 15 years of experience, with 9 of them spent at S&P. He has received degrees in Government from University of Texas at Austin M.B.A. and University of Houston- Clear Lake J.D., South Texas College of Law.
  • John Marshall
    John has been an important part of S&P and its executive leadership team for two decades. John has been responsible for sales, marketing, business development, client and external relations as well as communications and strategic planning. He leverages experience gained in the global AEC market as well as the US House of Representatives to position S&P for opportunities in diverse markets and for future growth. John has been a member of both the Houston Board of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Associated General Contractors (AGC).
  • Kenneth Smith
    Ken has more than 40 years of experience in the construction industry. His broad base of knowledge has been gained through successful completion of educational, industrial, commercial office, municipal, retail, aviation, healthcare, and detention facilities. Ken is responsible for all operations of the Central Business Unit, including business development, preconstruction, and executive project oversight. As a Senior Vice President, he is responsible for ensuring that the business unit performance is in compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ensuring all teams and projects maintain the high levels of safety, quality, innovation and service it is known for. His passion is building teams and experiencing success through effective leadership. Ken holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction from the University of Louisiana.
  • Kevin Griffin
    Kevin oversees S&P’s industrial focus and drives its continued growth. With 25 years in the industry, Griffin brings a deep understanding of project work from the owner’s perspective. Griffin’s most notable projects are the PSC Groups Advanced Recycling facility and Ravago Americas Baytown Project for Packaging and Blending PE/PP Plastic Resins. Additionally, Griffin developed new molding technology to mold the World’s Largest Plastic Part. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a minor in Marketing from East Texas Baptist University. He is a Certified Fleet Safety professional and serves on the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Board of Directors.
  • Laura Pontikes
    Laura has over 24 years of diverse construction industry experience. As one of the founders of Satterfield & Pontikes, Laura has been involved in all facets of growing the company from a start-up business to a $300 million dollar concern. Mrs. Pontikes currently serves as Internal Auditor. Her role in corporate support is based on her life-long involvement in construction projects from running drill barges in South Florida to the development of award-winning buildings. She is particularly skilled in financial and project analysis and has an exceptional track record of mentoring emerging subcontractors.
  • Mario Garcia
    Mario has been with S&P for his entire 25-year career, focusing on safety and quality in the field. As Director of Corporate Safety, Mario provides leadership and coordination of the day-to-day safety requirements. Mario is responsible for providing project safety management oversight and a resource to field supervisors, foremen and workers in all safety, security, health and environment matters related to Health and Safety. His strength in troubleshooting, problem-solving, as well as planning and implementing proactive procedures offset the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites. Mario is knowledgeable in Local, State, and National Building Codes and certified in jobsite safety. He is experienced in OSHA and worksite safety and has a successful history of investigating damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
  • Mark Dinius
    Mark oversees IT, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), Systems Integration, and Analytics departments. His experience includes VDC and working with fire protection systems in nuclear power plants. He was also heavily involved in the LAX Terminals 2 & 3 project, serving as the program's BIM Manager and eventually being promoted to Project Controls Manager during his three years with the project. He was involved with BIM design coordination, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and package turnover. During his tenure at S&P, Mark has been directly involved in almost 40 projects. The combined value of all these projects would be close to three billion dollars. He holds a B.S. in Computer Graphics Technology with a focus in Construction and a minor in Computer Information Technology from Purdue University.
  • Matt Daniel
    Matt is a 42-year veteran of the construction industry. He has worked on more than $3 billion in projects across multiple market sectors including Higher Education, Aviation, Healthcare, K-12, Federal, Commercial and Science & Technology. Matt has had roles in estimating, field operations, sales/account development, and in Business Unit Management. He currently serves as Corporate Vice President and is the General Manager for Prolégo.
  • Matthew Russell
    Matt has extensive experience in project management and construction management services uniquely and exclusively for airport facilities. From airport planning, design oversight, and funding allocations to estimating, scheduling, program budgeting, terminal and ramp construction, Matt is multi-faceted in all areas of airport construction. He has more than 20 years’ experience in passenger boarding bridges, visual guidance systems, PC air systems, 400 hz and 28VDC aircraft power systems, Federal Inspection Systems, U.S. Customs and Boarder Protection Systems and more. He is an expert in baggage handling system/checked baggage inspection systems and security screening checkpoint industries, as well as modernizing and upgrading large, complex airport terminals.
  • Michelle Barnett
    In her role as Chief Financial Officer, Michelle is responsible for leading the finance department, providing oversight for the company’s financial operations, and contributing to the long-term financial strategy for the S&P Family of Companies. Before her appointment to CFO, Michelle had amassed more than 35 years of experience as a controller, which greatly contributed to her extensive expertise in accounting.
  • Nic Flannery, CRIS
    Nic has a long history with S&P dating back more than 20 years when he served as the very first S&P summer intern. Since then, he has diligently worked his way up the company serving in numerous roles in both operations and corporate. He has a degree in Construction Management from Purdue University and is a Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS). Also a LEED Accredited Professional, Nic is an alumnus of Leadership Dallas. He is a passionate supporter of and volunteers with Arrow Child & Family Ministries and Nora’s Home.
  • Nick Pontikes
    Nick is no stranger to the industry having been a part of S&P since he was a teenager. After receiving his Construction Science degree he began working on a variety of construction projects, acting as a CM on multiple aviation projects on behalf of Delta in NYC, and then branching out in the development of various apartments and industrial sites. With experience on a variety of building types, he quickly became responsible for developing and building facilities in Houston and across Texas. Nick’s experience, management skills and determination to deliver for his clients has earned him a reputation as an expert in his field. In addition to serving as S&P’s Multifamily Market Sector Leader, Nick leads the development, design, and construction for our commercial development company Pontikes.
  • Roy Ewen
    As Vice President of Eagle Contracting, Roy is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s operation. This includes overseeing the estimating department and the procurement of new work. He also oversees the project management staff and involvement in keeping the proper manpower and equipment focused on the successful completion of the company’s construction projects. Roy has enjoyed a 42-year career in construction with 26 years spent at Eagle.
  • Ryan Busking
    Ryan excels at project execution, training, safety, customer service, planning, cost and quality control, and subcontractor coordination. During preconstruction, Ryan provides constructability input, assists in subcontractor bid package development, and determines the optimal construction methods and techniques to build the project. During construction, he is responsible for monitoring the schedule, costs, and progress of the work in place.
  • Sam Sprouse
    Sam focuses on broadening and diversifying the S&P’s portfolio across commercial sectors, including office, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use. He brings more than 20 years of structural engineering and commercial construction expertise to S&P. The most notable projects in his career are the Mercedes-Benz football stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons, the Hyatt Regency Baytown Hotel and Convention Center, and the Hyatt Regency Conroe Hotel and Convention Center. Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Georgia. He is a licensed professional engineer in seven states. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Friday Harbor, a non-profit organization that provides temporary lodging for cancer patients and their families, as well as being a Captain on the Wine Sales Committee for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
  • Sean Crozier
    Sean brings more than 20 years of experience leading complicated, multi-phased projects. He uses his comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry when making decisions regarding trade partner selection, developing and controlling project schedules and budgets, and interfacing with owners, architects and engineers. He manages projects, including procurement, issuance of subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
  • Steven Grau
    Steven is a dynamic business development leader at the company, leveraging over two decades of experience. In his role, he drives revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives and cultivates valuable partnerships that drive the company forward. With a proven track record of success, Steven excels in identifying opportunities, negotiating deals, and delivering results that exceed expectations. His extensive expertise in sales strategy and relationship building makes him an invaluable asset in driving the company's growth trajectory.
  • Taimoor Khan
    Taimoor provides overall leadership at the preconstruction phase of the project and acts as a liaison between the owner, the A/E team, and the S&P team. He ensures quality of overall preconstruction processes and deliverables. He provides leadership and assistance to the preconstruction team to keep the project cost and schedule on track. Taimoor works closely with our operations team to minimize any risks of cost overruns and schedule delays due to volatility in the current trade & supply market.
  • Todd Granato
    With 36 years of experience, Todd brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. As a Director of Operations, Todd is responsible for oversight of all construction activities including tracking work in place, monitoring job costs, reviewing quality control, and determining construction methods and techniques that are the best fit for each of his projects. He has developed a reputation in the Houston area for being a strong leader and communicating effectively with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners.
  • Trey Green
    Trey serves as Vice President and oversee the Self Perform group comprised of Greco Structures, Rollcon, Rocket Pumping, and Westway Construction. He excels in strategy development and implementation, financial planning, forecasting, client & stakeholder relations, project oversight and estimating. Trey has 15 years of industry experience with 9 of those spent in the S&P Family of Companies. He has a B.S. Environmental Design from the University of Oklahoma.
  • Will Carroll
    With over eight years of construction industry experience, and four years with S&P, Will is no stranger to the AEC industry. As a Business Development Manager, he is responsible for building client and partner relationships to expand S&P’s reach across multiple markets. Will serves on the Houston board for the Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects. He graduated from Texas Tech University’s Rawls College of Business with a Bachelor of Business Administration.

I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve been able to do, the projects we have built, the relationships we have made and the opportunities we have provided. Most importantly, I am proud of the company we have built.”

George A. Pontikes Jr.
CEO and Chairman of the Board