The People Behind the Company

Gary Chervenell - President
Gary's career in construction began in 1971 and in the 70’s progressed from residential to commercial. He started this company in 1975, and managed its growth through very lean times and a tight bonding market. Since then, he has participated in and directed the development of a wide variety of projects around the Columbia Basin. His primary role is strategic planning, while overseeing the company and its projects.

Gary has built a reputation of honesty and integrity through his leadership, commitment and active participation. Gary's community involvement, along with his practical approach serve Chervenell Construction and its clients well.

Aimee Bergeson - Bookkeeper/Office Management
Aimee has 12 years of construction experience in bookkeeping. Her responsibilities as staff accountant include accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, preparation of financial statements, monthly job billings, job costing, job budget reports and work-in-progress schedules. Her experience in office management includes contract/closeout administration and training of field clerks. She is also skilled in project management scheduling.

Karen Cartwright - Administrative Assistant/Contract Coordinator
Karen has 34 years secretarial experience. Her responsibilities include start-up of projects, preparation of subcontractor contracts, processing submittals to architects and subcontractors, and setting up project files. She also assists in the daily operation of the office.

Heather Lyman - Office Assistant/Close Out Coordinator
Heather assists all project managers and office staff when required, and helps keep the many office details in order. She has over 10 years experience in office procedures. Heather also coordinates with architects, owners, subcontractors and suppliers with close out documentation for construction projects.

Heath Gardner - Project Manager/Estimator
Heath received his degree in Construction Management from Central Washington University.  As a project manager, he has experienced a wide variety of project types including:  offices, retail, hospitality, medical, education, religious, financial, and aircraft facilities.  Heath has produced results through lump sum, negotiated and design-build delivery methods.  These experiences along with excellent communication skills make him an effective organizer and an asset to any project team.

Bill Holstein - Project Manager
Bill has a Bachelor of Science degree from Western States University and 35 years experience in the engineering and construction industry. Bill has over 15 years experience as a project manager on large and complex public works projects, industrial, commercial, and military projects. Bill's organizational and communication skills combined with an awareness of the Owner's requirements have led to the successful completion of numerous projects.

Mike Holstein - Project Manager/Estimator
Mike started his career working in the field as a carpenter and worked his way into a Superintendent, and then into project management.  His field experience gives him a thorough knowledge of construction techniques as well as the challenges that can be involved.  Over the past 16 years in construction he has estimated/managed multimillion dollar hospital additions, remodels, as well as schools, churches, and retirement facilities.  He has experience in many different management delivery modules with a focus on negotiated projects.

Brandon Mayfield - Project Manager/Estimator
Brandon has worked in the construction industry for the past 6 years.  He began in construction as a laborer at Chervenell Construction before obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Washington State University.  He spent a year and half working for a general contractor in the Seattle area as Project Engineer/Project Manager before returning to Chervenell.  His construction experience includes retail, warehouse, office, education, religious, high-end condos, and restaurant.

Brandon Chavez - Project Engineer
Brandon has worked in the construction industry for the past 12 years.  He started as a carpenter for a family owned business and eventually moved into a superintendent position.  He worked in project management for the past 2 years while obtaining his Construction Management degree from Central Washington University.  He has a broad range of construction experience which includes large multi-family residential homebuilding to large concrete water treatment facilities.

Kyle Clark - Project Engineer
Kyle has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington State University and has worked in the construction industry for the past 2 years. Kyle started out with Chervenell Construction as a college intern before obtaining a full time roll as a Project Engineer. Kyle’s duties consist of assisting all Project Managers and Superintendants with many of the daily tasks involved in the construction process. Kyle has great communication skills and a strong work ethic, which makes him an asset to any project team.

Field Superintendents
John Franklin, Richard Barger, Victor Kinner, Dick James, Rich Beason, Joe Christensen, Eric Stagg, Kevin Kiniry, James Michalina, and Manny Torrez bring over 200 years combined experience to our field management team. They enforce company regulations regarding safety and jobsite cleanliness. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, quality control, scheduling, material purchasing and staffing.

Field Personnel
Our efforts to obtain and retain quality craftsmen has led to a turnover rate for our field crew that is well below industry standards. As a result, our field crew is staffed with multi-talented individuals with proven track records who work well together and take pride in the work they do.

We are proud of the quality and consistency that these individuals bring to each project.

 

7511 W. Arrowhead #B • Kennewick, WA 99336 • (509) 735-3377 • project@chervenell.com