DAN HAYES

FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, OWNER

Dan Hayes is the founder and President of HC Company, which was established in 2002. He graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Construction Engineering Management and Business. He also maintains a LEED AP accreditation. Dan has an extensive background in construction, spanning over 20 years in the industry. His diverse background experience includes high tech, research & development , office, theatre, industrial, warehouse distribution, restaurant/brewery, food production, and high security/banking construction projects. He enjoys the outdoors, the trails and rivers of Idaho, and spending time with his wife Doniel and two young sons Isaac and Sawyer.

MATT SMITH

VP, CO-OWNER

Matt graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management and minored in Business Administration. He has an extensive background in construction spanning over 26 years in the industry. His background of experience includes high tech, research & development, office, medical office, industrial, warehouse distribution, restaurant/brewery, food production and high security/banking construction projects as well as an in-depth background with soil and materials design and testing. In addition, Matt also maintains a Construction Management license for the State of Idaho. He enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his wife and kids.

JEFF TONKIN

PROJECT MANAGER, MANAGING PARTNER

Jeff has been a Project Manager for HC Company since 2009. He graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degreee in Construction Management and a minor in Business. He has been involved with many facets of the construction industry from high tech, medical, big box retail, large site development and food production projects to smaller tenant improvements and remodels of various types of buildings and uses. Although Jeff has been involved in construction projects all over the western United States he has lived in Boise for most of his life and enjoys what Idaho has to offer. He enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his wife Destin and two children Gracie and Connor.

JEREMY BARBER

PROJECT MANAGER

Jeremy graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management from Boise State University in 2004. With 15+ years of experience he has had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from high rise commercial buildings and high-end offices, to warehouse distribution, large site development, and multiple big box commercial projects including complex multi-phased remodels in a 24-hour per day retail grocery environment. With a passion for construction and a desire for perfection Jeremy enjoys every facet of working with Owners, design teams, and specialty contractors to provide a quality product. In his time away from work Jeremy enjoys spending time with his wife Mary Ann, their children Emma and Evan, and their Blue Heeler Waylen. They enjoy exploring the Idaho outdoors together including back packing and winter sports. On his own Jeremy enjoys fishing, hunting, mountain biking and any other sport that keeps him outdoors.

JAY SONNENBERG

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES MANAGER

Jay Sonnenberg is a construction industry veteran whose career spans over 30 years, bringing a depth of commercial real estate experience and construction development expertise to his role at HC Company. His responsibilities are to continue and build on the foundation of success, increasing market share and expanding the client base of strong long lasting relationships. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University, with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Architectural Technology, as well as having graduate study coursework at Georgia Tech. He enjoys spending time with family and the great lifestyle of Boise, Idaho.

ERICA BALDRY

OFFICE MANAGER / CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

Erica joins us with 8 years of experience in the construction field. She has been involved with many facets of the construction industry from big box retail, service & maintenance, and restaurant projects to smaller tenant improvements and remodels of various types of buildings and uses. Erica and her husband Bill have two amazing children, Hattie and Harrison.  In her free time Erica loves working out, camping, fishing, rafting, being outdoors and traveling. When she isn’t in Idaho she can be found soaking up the sun with her family in Arizona. She prefers the heat over the cold any day.

MARLYSSA WESLEY

RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Marlyssa was born in Pennsylvania, moved at an early age and was raised in Nampa, Idaho. She attended Eastern Oregon University and has approximately eight years customer service experience including as a call center representative for DirectTV. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family in the outdoors fishing, hiking, four wheeling and camping. You can also often find her on the softball field either playing or coaching.

SETH DUNN

ESTIMATOR

Seth Dunn brings nine years of construction related experience to his role at HC Company. Seth started out in the landscaping sector, then working on structural concrete projects. From there he worked his way into an entry level construction management position. Working in both the private and public sectors, his experience included projects ranging from major retail concrete tilt-ups to bridge construction and parking garages. He is currently seeking a Bachelor of Science degree from Boise State University. In his spare time he likes spending time at the family cabin on Brownlee Reservoir with his wife Rebecca and daughter Emma. Seth’s other interests are fishing, big game hunting and keeping up with Notre Dame football.

MIKE GALLEGOS

PROJECT MANAGER

Mike graduated from Boise State University in 2002 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Construction Management and a minor in Business. He has been involved in the construction industry for 17 years with experience in commercial developments, retail complexes, medical/dental offices, light industrial, tenant improvements, government contracts and various types of buildings and uses. Mike enjoys spending time with his two kids and their Olde English Bulldog Tally. His time away from work is usually spent in the mountains backpacking, archery hunting or on the water chasing salmon and steelhead.

JAMES THOMAS

PROJECT MANAGER

James Thomas is a 2008 graduate of Boise State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Construction Management minoring in Business. He has eight years experience at the project management level and 15 years previous experience in the customer service industry. James and wife Cheri have three sons, Cameron, Noah and Matthew and enjoy spending time in the outdoors.

CAMERON MURPHY

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Cameron Murphy graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Construction Engineering Management and a minor in Business Administration. His background experience ranges from large projects such as libraries, schools, warehouse distribution centers, high-tech, big-box retail, and assisted living to smaller projects such as retail vanilla shells, tenant improvements and office remodels. Being from the Portland Oregon area, Cameron enjoys spending time in the Idaho outdoors with his wife, Mary Leigh and their daughter, Olivia.

JOHN RIORDAN

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

John Riordan has joined HC Company as a Project Engineer.  Riordan has a diverse background in large
residential projects, solar development and most recently utility grid optimization projects.  Riordan
received his BA in Economics and Spanish from the University of New Mexico.”

PAT PATTERSON

PROJECT ENGINEER

Pat Patterson graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Construction Management and University of Wisconsin, Madison with a Masters Certificate in Project Management. His background experience ranges from large projects at Hewlett-Packard such as manufacturing line construction, cafeteria and servery remodels, computer and server room construction, office refreshes and cold shell building remodels, to smaller projects such as Lobby refreshes, video conferencing rooms, and high security office suites. Growing up in Boise, Pat enjoys spending time in the outdoors and back country with his wife, Cindy and their children and grandchildren.

CHASE DIMONDA

PROJECT ENGINEER

Chase grew up in the Pacific Northwest and moved to Boise in 2014 to pursue an education at Boise State University.  He will graduate in the spring of 2019 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management.  Chase began his career at HC Company as an intern and was hired on as a full-time employee after two months.  With his eagerness and ability to learn, Chase is a great asset to the management team and will bring enthusiasm and attention to detail to every project.  When he is not working, Chase enjoys hunting, back packing, fly fishing, snowboarding and spending time with his dog Indy.

AUSTIN BURR

PROJECT ENGINEER

Austin’s professional career began working for a commercial architecture firm in Eastern Idaho in 2005 were he was involved in the compiling of construction documents and building design. In 2010, he transitioned to construction management, working on projects ranging from 4 Million to 2 Billion Dollars in scope for the State, Federal, and Private sectors. This work sent him to several western states including New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Hawaii, and back to Idaho.  Austin graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management from BYU-Idaho in 2009. His is a LEED AP, BD+C with the US Green Building Council and has worked on several LEED Projects. In addition to work, Austin also enjoys spending time with his wife and four children and enjoys hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities.

GORDON SHIELDS

PROJECT ENGINEER

Gordy comes to us with 25 years experience in the wholesale distribution and technical sales fields.  Past roles include sales and branch management as well as commercial HVAC sales.  Growing up in a military household, he has lived overseas and traveled throughout the US.  Outside of work and spending time with his wife Chauntain or their four children, Gordy can be found riding mountain bikes, snowboarding, road cycling, paddle boarding, or losing golf balls throughout the valley.  He is a graduate of Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics.

JON GLEASON

PROJECT ENGINEER

Jon has been ingrained in the Southern Idaho construction market since 2007.  Originally introduced to the Treasure Valley through a management role overseeing electrical wholesale, Jon has since compiled experience in both electrical estimating and manufacturer representation.  Perhaps the strongest attribute that Jon feels he brings with him – fortified by the past 12 years – is a broad comprehension of the local construction market paired with a personal desire to meet & exceed ever evolving challenges and expectations.  Apart from work, Jon can be found exploring the foothills or getting R&R around his house – always in companion with his dog, Lexi.

MILES GASTIL

PROJECT ENGINEER

Miles Gastil graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. His background experience includes work in both residential and commercial construction management.  Outside of work Miles enjoys spending time outdoors, playing chess, eating and spending time with his wife Lilly and their dog Bee.

MAX MCKENNA

PROJECT ENGINEER

Max McKenna began his journey with HC Company as an Intern in 2018. He brings to the team a background in institutional construction and electrical distribution. Max is currently a student at Boise State University and will graduate in the Spring of 2020 with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Construction Management. In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his Fiancé.

NICH GUZZETTI

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Nich joins our team with a Bachelors Degree in Business from College of Idaho.  His background experience in construction ranges from concrete to all aspects in the field including laborer work.  When he isn’t working, you can find Nich fishing, camping, coaching lacrosse or watching football.

SEAN WORTHINGTON

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Sean Worthington was born and raised in Rogue River, Oregon. He brings 30 years overall construction industry experience to his role at HC Company; 22 years building custom homes and 8 years as a commercial sector Project Superintendent. Past commercial project experience includes; Fairchild Medical Center, North Medford Media Center and the Salvation Army building renovation in Medford, Oregon among others. Sean enjoys spending time with family, wife Evie, sons Jacob and Cody, stepdaughter Gabi in the outdoors hunting, fishing and attending sporting events.

JEFF LAIRD

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Jeff was born and raised in Central California.  After high school  he moved to  Oklahoma to work in the construction and oil field. While working in Oklahoma he married his high school sweetheart and shortly later moved back to California. Jeff was employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for 24 years. He was working on new nuclear energy projects, new construction projects for facilities and managing 1.5 million sq ft of research facilities. He has called Idaho home for the last 12 years while he traveled working for an EPCM company that built new very large mining projects from brown field to full operating facilities. Jeff started working for HC Company is 2018 as a field superintendent.  In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, children and his grandchildren.  Jeff also enjoys motorcycle riding, fabrication of metal projects and camping every chance he can get.

DAVE BASHISTA

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Dave Bashista graduated with a BS degree in Construction Management and an AS in Business from Boise State University in 2002.  He worked Heavy Civil Construction up through college and after graduating. He transitioned into Commercial Building Construction and Land Development nearly 15 years ago and has experience building medical facilities, large and small office complexes, warehouse, studio style buildings, and restaurant/ food production facilities.  Dave started at HC Company in 2018. When he isn’t at work you will find Dave at the lake, the dirt bike track or at one of his 3 boys’ sporting events.

WALTER BEKKER

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Walt is a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Business minor from Boise State University. With 29 years of valuable experience, Walt is a workingman’s Superintendent and an asset to the HC team. Walt brings his years of knowledge to HC from working on diverse projects from structural steel commercial buildings to various retail, mixed use, multi-family, tenant improvements; including heavy civil projects with pre-cast bridges, railroad, & transportation. Before joining the HC team, Walt’s portfolio included work for HDR, one of ENR’s top 10 Engineering firms, to Project Superintendent with other local General Contractors. It doesn’t matter the size or complexity of the project, Walt always strives to exceed client expectations to provide results to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.  Working on the road away from home the last 4 years, Walt now cherishes his time with his wife, kids, and new puppy.

JON CRAFT

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Jon Craft has joined HC Company as a Project Engineer. Jon is a native of Mayfield, Idaho and a
veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He brings 25 years of construction industry experience to his
role at HC Company. His diverse background ranges from 15 years as a business Owner building custom
homes, to 10 years of experience in commercial project management and estimating.

JON BECK

Project Superintendent

Jon brings 17 years of construction experience, working on retail, grocery, restaurants and tenant improvements. He has worked his way up over the years from a laborer, foreman, and project manager. Jon’s primary goal is customer service and providing the client with a product they are proud of, while keeping the process simple for everyone involved. Jon and his wife, Shannon, have four kids, Titus, Jackson, Kara, and Michael. He is big on family and enjoys all sports.

JASON CRITES

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Jason Crites has been a Project Superintendant for HC Company since 2006. With approximately twelve years overall experience in the construction industry, Jason employ’s a hands-on approach that embodies the foundation of our company. He is attending Boise State University seeking a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Business Management. Jason and his wife Tracy enjoy spending time in the great outdoors.

BRIAN WEINACHT

FOREMAN

Brian Weinacht began his career with HC Company in 2010 and brings with him over twenty years construction industry experience. Some of Brian’s past experience has included being self employed as a private contractor providing framing and interior trim services. With HC Company, he serves in a similar role, as Foreman for the company’s self-performing labor crews. Brian is from Fort Collins, Colorado, he attended George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon and enjoys spending time with his wife and family.

JOHN DEGUZMAN

FIELD CREW

JAMES ANDERSON

FIELD CREW

SCOTT HOWARD

FIELD CREW

PAUL DILULO

FIELD CREW

TOM HENSON

FIELD CREW

VASYL GRYB

FIELD CREW

BRUCE CARPENTER

FIELD CREW