With over 245 years of experience, our executive team provides leadership and guidance that empowers employees, provides the necessary tools and knowledge, and helps companies accelerate their growth.
With over 245 years of experience, our executive team provides leadership and guidance that empowers employees, provides the necessary tools and knowledge, and helps companies accelerate their growth.
With over 20 years of experience driving financial activities including accounting, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, and auditing, Tim Nairn joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2024. Tim’s career has spanned several industries including homebuilding, telecommunications construction, banking, and education where he has developed a diverse skill set to roll his sleeves up and deliver on-time financials and analysis to stakeholders at all levels. Tim has managed large and small teams with a strong focus on operational/business needs and long-term impact to support employee development and corporate progress.
Tim graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and an MBA in International Business. Outside the office, Tim enjoys spending his time outdoors in all the Colorado seasons with family and friends on the golf course, hiking, biking, skiing, and camping.
As Vice President of Information Technology, Tony Petrucci focuses on strategic planning and project management, implementing new technologies, and ensuring IT initiatives are aligned with business objectives, driving growth and success. With over 25 years of experience in water and wastewater utilities, Tony joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2024.
Tony Petrucci is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Project Management Institute (PMI) member. He has a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. Tony enjoys racing cars, skiing, and spending time with his family in his spare time.
As Vice President of Talent Development & Organizational Excellence, Michele Bilello focuses on enhancing our inclusive company culture and leading talent and organizational development initiatives that drive attraction, retention, development, and engagement with our employees. With over 20 years of experience in various roles and functions, including human resources, learning & development, operations, implementation, client support, and sales, Michele joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2023.
Michele is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Association for Talent Development (ATD), and she volunteers for Family Tree and ENGin. She has a Master of Science (MS) in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication and has earned several certifications related to talent and organizational capability. In her spare time, she cherishes time with her family and enjoys watching her two kids compete in sports. Michele also enjoys reading, hiking, wine tasting, and her husband’s cooking.
With 17 years of experience, Nick Turner joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2019, working as the Safety Manager for Horsepower Site Services in Charlotte, NC before joining MCG Civil in Denver, CO as Vice President of Safety. As the Vice President of Safety, Nick provides management, training, and education, with a focus on compliance and practical site safety, working to keep employees, site personnel, and the public safe. He is responsible for developing and implementing the corporate health & safety plan for all operational groups, conducting records maintenance, ongoing training, and accident response.
Nick’s 16 years of experience in safety includes seven years of construction safety experience during his time working as a military contractor for LOGCAP IV in Afghanistan, five years of steel fabrication safety experience working as part of the Atlanta Falcons NFL Stadium retractable roof steel fabrication team, and four years of concrete placement safety experience. He also has 16 years of experience as a paramedic.
Nick belongs to many associations, including the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA). He is an American Heart Association BLS Instructor and a National Registered Paramedic. During his time as a military contractor in Afghanistan, Nick was awarded the Fluor Silver Cross Award for Heroism and Bravery for lifesaving measures during an enemy IED attack.
With 15 years’ experience, Chris Rooney joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2023. As the Vice President of Business Development, Chris oversees the family of companies’ strategic planning, builds and maintains partnerships, and identifies potential acquisitions. Before joining MCG Civil, he spent 12 years handling account management and business development in heavy equipment and three years as a fuel and lubricant distributor; both roles solidified his love for the construction industry. Chris is a Colorado Contractor’s Association member and has served on the Associate Council and Emerging Leaders Council within the organization.
Chris graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. As a Colorado Native, Chris enjoys spending time outdoors with his young family and cheering on Colorado’s various sports teams when not at work.
General Counsel Brian Waters applies his legal and financial knowledge to oversee risk, contracts, M&A transactions and to provide advice with respect to all other legal aspects of the enterprise. Brian worked as an insurance defense litigator (with an emphasis in construction defect litigation) for nearly 25 years before joining MCG Civil, HEI Civil, and its family of companies. Brian’s experience includes state and federal trial work, as well as oral argument at the Colorado Court of Appeals and Colorado Supreme Court. Throughout college, Brian worked as a construction laborer, where he used sledgehammers, jackhammers, trowels, and other construction equipment. Then, he used his finance degree to work as a financial analyst for Coldwell Banker Residential Group before attending law school at Wake Forest. Brian used to get involved when disputes were so broken that lawsuits were filed, but he now enjoys helping to mitigate conflict long before lawsuits are contemplated.
With over 25 years’ experience in the construction industry, Leo Denslow joined HEI Civil in 2016 as Vice President of Business Development. As Vice President, Leo led the company through the establishment of MCG Civil in 2018 and the acquisitions of Peabody General Contractors in Austin, TX in 2018 and Horsepower Site Services in Charlotte, NC in 2019. Now as Chief Executive Officer, Leo applies his business acumen and formal leadership training to keep the family of companies focused on continual improvement and growth.
As a proud graduate of Ferris State University’s Construction Management Bachelor’s program, Leo gained experience in most types of construction, from residential homebuilding to underwater marine construction and everything in between. Always looking to challenge himself, Leo went on to secure a Master of Business Administration from the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business in 2008 and apply his studies to business operations in construction. He thrives on reducing complexity, communicating clearly, and removing obstacles to increase performance.
When Leo isn’t at work, he can be found spending time with his two daughters and dog, both on and off the golf course.
After working closely with HEI Civil on the implementation and utilization of Spectrum software for many years, Jeff Kohorst joined MCG Civil and its family of companies in 2021. As the Vice President of Enterprise Infrastructure, Jeff oversees the integration of applications and streamlining processes, ensuring everything is communicating effectively. With over 30 years’ experience, Jeff has worked as an Implementation Manager, IT Manager, and Controller. With a focus in his education on finance and computer science, Jeff recognized a need in the construction industry for integration and implementation of systems.
Jeff was born and raised in construction; his grandfather started his own construction company in 1933 spurring Jeff’s desire to dedicate his career to the same. When Jeff’s not at work, he sits on the board of a nonprofit in South Florida, acting as Secretary and Treasurer.
As Executive Vice President of Asset Management, as well as one of the owners of MCG Civil, Adam Williams is familiar with every piece of equipment that HEI Civil and its family of companies owns, working to track and manage the heavy machinery to ensure that each piece is used effectively and efficiently. With close to 20 years’ experience in the equipment management field, including the last five years at HEI Civil and its family of companies, Adam currently sits on the Caterpillar Customer advisory board and is actively involved with the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP). He is the former Vice Chairman of the Education and Training Committee for AEMP.
Adam grew up in the construction and mining business and has always been passionate about leadership development and building systems that empower teams and the business.
With 17 years’ experience, Stephanie Gombos joined HEI Civil and its family of companies in 2020. As the Vice President of Accounting of MCG Civil, Stephanie oversees the accounting departments within the family of companies, providing leadership and support to her team in maintaining compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls. Before joining HEI Civil, she spent 16 years working in public accounting as a Financial Statement Auditor with an industry focus in construction. Stephanie holds many certifications including being a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP). She has held memberships in various organizations including Colorado’s Society of CPAs, the American Institute of CPAs, and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA).
Stephanie graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, specializing in Accounting. When Stephanie’s not at work, she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, biking, and snowboarding with her family.
As Chief Financial Officer, Chad Bakken has overseen all accounting and finance functions for all matters at MCG Civil, HEI Civil and its family of companies since he was promoted to CFO in early 2020 after initially serving as HEI’s controller when he joined in 2019. With almost 25 years’ experience, including 14 years with Richmond American Homes and Oakwood Homes before joining HEI Civil, Chad enjoys the financial facets of the construction, homebuilding, and manufacturing industries. He credits the advancement of his career to the successes of his team, believing that mentoring colleagues leads to exceeding expectations, hitting deadlines, and preparing accurate reports. Along with being an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chad is a member of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA).
Chad graduated from University of Colorado Boulder with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. When he’s not at work, Chad enjoys spending time in the Colorado sunshine golfing, cycling, playing basketball, and weightlifting with his wife and two teenage sons. His favorite thing to do is attend and support his sons’ athletic events and competitions.
JP Morgan joined HEI Civil in 2004 as Estimator and Project Manager. Currently in his roles as Executive Vice President of Estimating & Project Management of MCG Civil and Owner/Partner of HEI Civil, JP consistently fosters and supports considerable growth of top line revenues alongside his valued team members. With over 30 years of experience in various aspects of heavy civil construction, most of that time with HEI Civil, JP still enjoys employing his passions of managing people, building relationships, and coaching/ teaching.
JP graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management. He is a born-again Colorado native, and he and his wife, Laurie, have three sons and a black lab.
Laurie Morgan joined HEI Civil in 2011 as Human Resources Manager where she created the existing Human Resources department as the company grew from 45 employees to 280 employees over five years. Currently in her role as Executive Vice President Human Resources for MCG Civil, Laurie leads her team in recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees, training and developing existing employees, developing organizational policies, and managing employee relations.
Laurie is a graduate of Colorado State University, is part of the Society for Human Resources (SHRM), and is certified in Professional Human Resources (PHR). She and her husband have three children and a dog.
With over 25 years’ experience in site preparation and underground utilities, Clint Eskridge joined HEI Civil and its family of companies in 2010 as General Superintendent. As General Superintendent, he built projects from $200,000 to $30,000,000, scheduled subcontractors, company equipment, and material deliveries, and enforced safety programs and inspections. Now as Executive Vice President of Operations of MCG Civil and one of the owners of HEI Civil, Clint uses his expertise in many areas of construction to manage production, trenching operations, and personnel management techniques. Clint is certified in CPR/First Aid, as an OSHA Competent Person, and in the OSHA 10 and 30-hour courses.
Even after 25 years in the business, Clint still enjoys all aspects of construction, from earthwork to utilities, concrete to paving, surveying to heavy equipment operation, and everything in between.