Meet the Executive Team

John Modjeski
President and CEO

Responsible for sales and operations, John has extensive expertise in client relations, contract administration, internal coordination, and project management—skills that are beneficial to both the company and the client.

Specializing in fast-track and design-build projects, John offers valuable guidance to the project management team, especially in laboratory, educational, industrial, and water resource facilities projects.

Roger Gedminas, PE.
Vice President, Engineering

Roger brings nearly 30 years of industry experience relating to the start-up, testing, balancing, and commissioning of complex mechanical and industrial projects.

An active member of the Southern California Environmental Balancing Bureau (the local chapter of the National Environmental Balancing Bureau since 2009, Roger currently sits as local area president and holds certifications in sound and vibration testing; measuring, adjusting, and balancing (air and hydronics); and whole-building systems commissioning.

Pat Paulson
Senior Vice President, Construction

To help ensure projects proceed according to established goals and meet schedule and safety targets, Pat works closely with owners, general contractors, and project teams throughout all phases of a project.

With more than 34 years of experience in the construction industry, Pat offers skill and value in client relations, contract administration, internal coordination, and project management.

Steve Thompson, PE.
Vice President, Preconstruction Services

Steve leads the preconstruction team in business development and estimating pursuits, guiding mechanical projects from scoping, to design, to construction. He helps review and recommend proposed design options, equipment selections, and installation methods.

Steve has more than 32 years of construction experience in healthcare, hospitality, educational, communication, high-rise, detention center, and water treatment facility projects.

Doug Kanaan
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Doug is responsible for all aspects of finance, accounting, risk management, and IT. He has over 30 years of experience in construction accounting and finance and is a current member of the San Diego chapter of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA).