After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1985,
Lewis was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine
Corps where he received extensive command experience. Through a
combination of active duty and reserve commitments, Lewis served his
country for over 23 years and retired as a Lt. Colonel.
Lewis’
career in construction has involved years of hands-on experience and
hundreds of projects. Before starting 5 Bravo Construction in 2002,
Lewis worked for over 10 years as a project manager for Turner
Construction and Savik General Contractors. Lewis has worked in all
aspects of the construction industry – estimating, project management,
contract negotiation, business development, as well as the day-to-day
functions of a construction company.
Lewis has been involved in
a variety of types of commercial projects, including industrial and
manufacturing facilities, health care facilities, retail centers and
multi-story office buildings.
Lewis and his wife, Michele, have
three children and reside in Lebanon, Tennessee.