Barton Malow

Cesar Diaz is Barton Malow Holdings’ Vice President of Data Analytics, a role that includes overseeing the external business environment, leveraging business intelligence tools for more informed decision making, supporting capital allocation initiatives, and working with the Innovation team on special projects. Cesar has 20 years of experience in the industry – including a previous stint with Barton Malow where he helped lead its Mexico subsidiary – and is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Cesar earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Michigan State University. He’s also a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

Chuck Binkowski is the Chief Operating Officer of Barton Malow Holdings, where he works each day to position Barton Malow for industry growth and transformation. With a focus on ridiculously superior execution, Chuck leads Barton Malow team members to elevate customer service, build relationships, and deliver results on the most complex of construction challenges.

With a career at Barton Malow that spans nearly four decades, Chuck began his career in the construction trades in 1981 and had roles as a laborer, carpenter, and cement finisher and later advanced to General Superintendent. Before becoming COO, Chuck served as General Manager of Barton Malow’s concrete operations, Director of Industrial, Vice President of Energy, and Senior Vice President of Barton Malow’s Central Region.

Chuck regularly gives back to the industry, serving on negotiation committees for laborers, carpenters, operators, and cement finishers. He has participated in leadership roles for The Association of Union Contractors (TAUC) for the past seven years, most recently serving on the Board of Directors as the Second Vice President on the Executive Committee. Chuck also sits on the Board of Directors for Life Remodeled in Detroit, Michigan.

Jennifer Sulak Brown is Barton Malow Holdings’ Senior Vice President of People and Culture and Brand, providing leadership for human resources, marketing, engagement, communications, diversity and inclusion, and professional development. In her role, Jennifer develops and inspires her team to cultivate a positive and proactive approach to culture and organizational development that contributes to Barton Malow being one of the best companies to work for.  Previously, Jennifer served as Vice President of Human Resources where she led a team focused on meeting the company’s workforce goals through the development and execution of leadership development, workforce planning, employee engagement, talent acquisition, and flexible work experiences.

Jennifer also serves as a prominent member of several industry associations including The Construction HR Executive Group and multiple community organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations and Journalism from Madonna University and an MBA in Strategic Management from Davenport University. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources.

Jon Woodsum is President of Barton Malow Company. In his role, Jon provides overall leadership and strategic direction for industrial based markets including energy, automotive, manufacturing, industrial process, and self-perform building trades.  Jon’s entire professional career has been with Barton Malow Company, where he began as an intern in 1999.  After many years of leading projects in the field, Jon was selected to head up an enterprise-wide technology upgrade, positioning him for a supervisory role in IT systems.  After seven years in leadership, including two as Vice President of Systems, Jon returned to his true passion within project delivery as Vice President, and eventually Senior Vice President, of the company’s industrial markets.

This diverse background enables Jon to bring a deep understanding of how technology and innovation can be leveraged to increase business performance. His passion for cultivating a highly engaged and intensely collaborative team directly impacts safety, quality, and productivity, resulting in increased value for clients.

Jon holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Detroit Mercy. He’s also a founding member of the University of Michigan Construction Board of Advisors and a graduate of Leadership Detroit Class XXXVI.

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Long before computer-aided business intelligence, Jon used to accumulate Detroit Pistons statistics from newspaper box scores and present charts and graphs to his elementary school friends as gifts in the late 

As Barton Malow’s Executive Vice President, MaryAnn leads the enterprise’s LIFTbuild entity. In her role, MaryAnn is responsible for defining the strategy and structure of the LIFTbuild entity and helping the team develop as an organization. A key member of the executive leadership team, MaryAnn provides executive oversight and direction enabling the enterprise to reach its goals, strategies, and priorities consistent with its core purpose and values. MaryAnn also coordinates legal services and works with legal team members throughout the Family of Companies. 

MaryAnn began her legal career as a real estate lawyer in private practice and has worked in-house for the last 15 years at Barton Malow as well as publicly traded, international, and other privately held companies. 

MaryAnn earned a B.A. in Sociology with highest distinction from the University of Michigan where she was a member of the Michigan Marching Band, and graduated from Harvard Law School where she was an editor on the Harvard Environmental Law Review.  She was a recipient of the 2015 First Chair Rising Star Award and the 2002 Habitat for Humanity of Greater Boston, Inc., Golden Hammer Award. She’s very involved in the swimming community in southeast Michigan and its diversity and inclusion efforts.

Somil Shah is Barton Malow Holdings’ Vice President of Finance. Somil brings over twenty years of experience in financial management roles to Barton Malow. As Vice President of Finance, Somil’s aim is to create a collaboration between finance and the rest of the organization, helping Barton Malow achieve its strategic goals by producing successful business plans. Since joining the company in 2018, Somil has led financial reporting, treasury management, accounting, payroll, and project control efforts. He is also responsible for forecasting, business planning, and collaborating with executive leadership.

Somil holds an MBA degree from Wayne State University and a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from the Detroit College of Business in addition to holding a CPA license. He is dedicated to his local community and sits on the boards of the FME Federal Credit Union, The Hindu Temple of Canton, and Nadanta, Inc.

Chris Torchia has also been promoted to Senior Project Director overseeing work in Georgia and the Carolinas. Chris joined Barton Malow in 2008 and began leading the Atlanta office in 2010. Since that time Chris has helped to secure new work in Georgia while also supporting the newest Barton Malow office in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Barton Malow brings a diverse portfolio in the Southeast Region with such notable current projects as the Daytona International Speedway Redevelopment, the new Orlando City MLS Soccer Stadium, multiple projects with Florida Hospital, the Columbia SC Minor League Ballpark, the University of North Florida Fieldhouse and a joint venture partnership in the construction of the New Atlanta Braves Stadium, to name a few.

As Barton Malow Holdings’ Vice President of Branding and Communications, Dana provides creative and strategic direction to the Barton Malow Family of Companies’ brands while overseeing a talented team of marketing and communication professionals across North America. She brings a vision that inspires her team to continually strengthen Barton Malow’s brand, reputation, and unique approach to marketing Barton Malow’s services.

Dana is a certified professional services marketer (CPSM) and dedicated member of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), acquiring the prestigious Fellow designation in 2013 after serving in various local, regional, and national capacities within the organization. Dana regularly speaks as a subject matter expert on the topics of marketing, communications, social media, and employee engagement.

A lifelong Michigan native and passionate promoter of the Detroit Region, Dana is a proud graduate of Leadership Detroit (Class XXXVII) and an active member of the Detroit Economic Club. Dana obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing Communications and an MBA from Wayne State University.

Lindsey Rem is Barton Malow Holdings’ Vice President of Business Transformation and works to accelerate and focus our technology strategies and business practices to transform how we engage in the business of building. Lindsey previously served as the Vice President of Systems, where she established a cohesive VDC and technology strategy across the company that leverages talent and technology to increase Barton Malow’s competitive advantage. Lindsey began her 20-year career with Barton Malow as a project engineer, ascending to project manager before becoming a part of the SAP Implementation Team where she helped to perfect transaction processes across the organization.

Lindsey obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Law, Letters and Society from the University of Chicago where she was part of the varsity soccer team.