JTM Construction

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, I have a passion for all things construction.  I enjoy being part of passionate, innovative teams that like to think outside of the box.  When I’m not working, you can find me sailing in the Puget Sound or hiking in the Cascades.

I’ve gained valuable experiences in various finance/accounting roles over the years but found my passion and niche when I transitioned to the construction industry in 2008. I love being part of JTM and experiencing the growth, success, and relationships that develop with our team and the clients we serve. When I’m not counting beans, I enjoy backpacking, skiing, playing sports and traveling.

Co-founder of JTM Construction with over 26 years of construction experience in the Puget Sound area. Martin has extensive experience in building complicated and challenging projects in all market sectors.  His technical skills, leadership abilities, honesty, dependability and collaborative team focused approach to all of his projects has helped him earn the respect of all of the  clients, design team members and subcontractors with which he has worked with.  He is able to control the preconstruction process through successful project completion.  Martin is truly passionate about fostering long-term relationships with all project team members and over-delivering on the services we provide.

I’m a builder first. I have spent over 30 years in the construction industry, working my way from field engineer, to superintendent, to senior project manager, and eventually CFO.  Recently I have decided to reacquaint myself with the operational side of our business and act as the company’s COO, providing expertise from all aspects of our construction business.

A local Seattlite, I grew up in the construction industry. first with my grandfather and father building homes, then as a material handler and professional for Mechanical and General Contractors. I have a passion for building, leadership and showing value from the clients view. When not at work, you can find me on the golf course or with my family.

I come from a construction family. My father was a union carpenter, and because of this, I had the pleasure of watching projects progress from start to finish and saw the sense of accomplishment my father felt for the quality work that had been done. My role here at JTM offers the opportunity to participate heavily in the preconstruction process. What I enjoy most about my role is watching the evolution of a project from concept to construction. I get to play a part in the decision-making with owners and design teams and then watch those decisions come to fruition through the work of our fantastic construction team and skilled trade partners. I also enjoy being able to interact with so many incredible people. Every day, I find opportunities to learn from designers, trade partners, and my team members at JTM. Outside of work, my proudest accomplishments are my two children. I am a military mom, I love dogs, and I have never been skiing, although I grew up in Utah.

Construction is in my DNA and handed down to me from many generations before. I’m reminded of building with my father and of the great feeling of a job well done. Since then the love of building has grown into a rewarding and satisfying career. I can also take some pride to know I have had a hand in building our community; providing places for others to live, work, worship, and play.

I have always been interested in the building of legacy projects that affect different skylines. After studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, I entered the construction industry excited by the fast-paced environment. Each project comes with its unique challenges that I have enjoyed tackling with my teammates and trade partners. The different people and friends I work with and the challenges we conquer together are what I enjoy most about my role. Outside of work, my wife, son, and bulldog run the show. We love camping, fly-fishing, traveling, and good wine.

Derek is a Project Manager with heavy emphasis on commercial construction over the past 7 years in the greater Seattle area. His responsibilities include all phases of commercial construction: Owner Contract & Subcontract Negotiation, Personnel Management, Estimating, Buy-Out, Contracts, Cost Control, Contract Administration, Scheduling, Project Execution and Project Safety. His contract types tend to focus on negotiated and performance based contracts up to $175M.

During my time studying construction management at WSU, significant and defining projects within major city centers fascinated me. With eight years of experience working for JTM on projects like Olive 8, Stadium Place (Nolo & The Wave), The LeMay Car Museum, and 200 Occidental, I’ve been fortunate enough to put that fascination into practice. The diversity in projects I’ve been a part of has given me the ability to be an impactful management team member during both the pre-construction and construction phases of a job.

Being a part of iconic projects, I’ve learned what it takes to build vertical. I am passionate about construction and working with so many people day to day.

I have five years of construction experience around the greater Seattle area. I have been a part of both new construction and tenant improvement projects, varying from museums, warehouse, core and shell office, office, education, and more. I have a passion for building, and most enjoy the teamwork and collaboration with my co-workers, peers, and partners demanded by the work in order to achieve success. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time outdoors and at my family’s lake house

Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, it has been a rewarding experience to be a part of projects that will forever shape this area. I look forward to progressing my career in the construction industry and learning from my experiences.

For part of a summer, I lived in Siberia working as a camp counselor for Russian orphans.

I have been involved in the finance and accounting side of construction and commercial development for over 15 years. Raised in a military family, I was lucky enough to grow up in many different areas and several countries. The son of an engineer and grandson of a carpenter, being a part of the building process while still using my skills in accounting makes my work very enjoyable. Outside the office, I spend my time on RV road trips, playing drums and, of course, sports.

We created this company to offer a responsive local alternative to the local construction community. Construction is my passion; I have enjoyed watching our team grow and take on amazing projects and look forward to even greater opportunities. I believe we must give back and am heavily involved in community groups. Our clients know and trust me to build their work.

I’m an outdoor enthusiast, father, and carpenter with 18 years of construction experience ranging from interior residential to highrise structure. I am in a constant state of education, and I enjoy learning and perfecting my instinct for building things correctly.