Jeff Price founded PWI Construction in 1985 because he knew there was a better way to do construction projects. Over the years, as the company has grown and diversified, it’s the people at PWI Construction who’ve kept him going and motivated. Jeff enjoys being a part of the employees’ lives and hearing what’s going on with them. He also works to ensure they are being challenged and motivated in the workplace.

As President, his days are occupied with a variety of tasks, including check-ins with the executive management team, new business discussions, ongoing project oversight – and, maybe most importantly, calling employees to wish them a happy birthday.

In his spare time, Jeff can be found exercising and reading business books, as well as spending time with his dogs Tuff and Rio, Australian Shepherds, at the dog park.

Mary Lipka, who joined the team in 1994, uses her organizational and analytical skills in her role at PWI Construction. Her typical day involves interacting with the firm’s nationwide workforce – answering questions, providing directions, making decisions or offering leadership to PWI Construction’s management and employees. The other portion of the time, her business brain takes over, and she focuses on accounting, banking, bonding and insurance requirements for projects.

Mary loves to train, teach and lead the PWI Construction team, and also enjoys her client interactions. But what she’s proudest of is PWI Construction’s impressive projects.

In her spare time, you can find Mary watching her son play baseball, enjoying all sports and spending time with friends and family. As time allows, she also enjoys baking desserts and enjoying a good movie or book.

Duane Hill joined PWI Construction in 1999. As Director of Construction, every workday is different. His morning could start with an airport and travel, or working onsite at a project in California, Nevada, or Texas, or he could find himself working in the Las Vegas headquarters. Wherever his job takes him, he loves it.

Duane is an active listener and collaborator, working with clients, project managers, and field team members to build something new together. He enjoys the satisfaction of creating a new experience and is always trying to learn and develop new techniques to accomplish the team’s goals.

Duane enjoys doing anything with his family and spending time outdoors in his free time.

Kristin Price spends most of her time recruiting and searching for people that will add value to the PWI Construction team and that will continue to fulfill the firm’s vision of people, integrity, and excellence. Most often, she collaborates with the executive team, including the Directors and Vice President, to keep abreast of the changing needs of personnel. She also manages internal training and professional development programs for PWI Construction’s nationwide workforce.

Fun fact: This is Kristin’s third time working at PWI Construction after a 14-year career in college athletics. The first time was during her senior year of high school, and the second time was right after she graduated from college. Kristin was asked to return full-time in 2016 after completing her MBA at SMU and it was an opportunity she could not pass up.

In her spare time, you can find Kristin cleaning up after her mini Australian Shepherds, Yogi and Lucy. She enjoys visiting new places, especially if it involves water or a beach. She also lifts weights and enjoys staying active, as well as reading for either business or pleasure.

Laura joined PWI Construction in 2014 as a Project Coordinator. As Operations Manager, oversees project financials, Project Coordinators, and works closely with the Project Management team. She trains Project Managers on company procedures and how it aligns with Project Coordination and Procore. Laura develops, implements, and reviews policies and procedures, and looks for ways to improve efficiency and productivity. She collaborates with the Operations team to achieve project success while fostering a spirit of teamwork among the Project Coordination and Project Management teams.

Since starting her professional career in construction in her early 20s, Laura has held positions in Administration, Estimating, Purchasing, Project Coordination, and Project Management. Laura does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to leadership. She approaches each person and project with an open mind to respond to the unique needs of each situation. Laura enjoys working with her employees on their professional development by offering guidance and structure while building a collaborative team environment.

In her free time, you can find Laura hanging out with her husband and daughter. They love to travel and visit new places. She is always in search of their next destination. One-by-one, Laura is working toward crossing off items on her long bucket list. Outside of travel, Laura enjoys shopping, going on walks with her dog, going to the movies, and during the Vegas summers, you can find her by the pool with a cold cocktail.