Jerry has deep roots in the area and the construction industry. Born
and raised in York County, his family originally settled in the area
in the 1600s. After a year at the University of Maine, Jerry attended
the Construction Technology program at San Jose City College in
California. Upon completion of his apprenticeship, Jerry went on to
become a project manager and in 1987, became a licensed General B
Contractor in the states of California, Oregon, Washington, and
Arizona. Under his leadership, his company, DeHart Construction, grew
to over 50 employees.
In the mid-nineties, Jerry took a brief sabbatical from construction
to travel the world, visiting over 40 countries. When he returned, he
continued his education at the University of Georgia, where he
received several certificates of excellence. Jerry returned to his
home state after September 11th, settling in Ogunquit and continuing
with DeHart Construction. In 2006, he joined forces with Master
Carpenter Norm Clough.
Jerry also served his community as an appointed Member of the Zoning
Board of Appeals; past Chairperson on the Ogunquit Historic
Preservation Commission; former VP of the Home Builders and Remodelers
of Maine; a past board member of the National Home Builders Public
Affairs Committee and past member of the Board of Directors for the
Barn Gallery (OAC) in Ogunquit Maine. Jerry is also a current State of
Maine licensed third party building inspector.