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At Thomas Construction Group, we are not just about constructing impressive buildings and skylines; we’re dedicated to creating a robust company culture centered around teamwork, personal growth, and leaving a lasting impact. Our approach transcends the traditional construction business model, as we’re focused on continually raising our standards and improving our processes so we can thrive as a team.
At Thomas, we believe in the power of collaboration. Our company comprises a vibrant group of professionals, each with unique skills and experiences. The successful execution of a project isn’t the result of any individual effort but rather a collective endeavor of humble professionals who understand and respect the value of each team member’s contribution and are Always Building towards a common goal.
Our team isn’t just a group of people working together; we’re a cohesive unit creating an environment where everyone’s role is recognized and valued. Through weekly team huddles our employees have visibility on what is happening across the company. While monthly socials and quarterly charitable outings serve as team-building opportunities where colleagues from different departments can strengthen their relationships. Humility and passion for our crafts drive our collaborative spirit, ensuring that personal egos never obstruct our path to success.
Stagnation has no place at Thomas. We are Always Building upon our knowledge and skill set. We strive to learn, push the boundaries, and adapt to the ever-evolving construction landscape.
We encourage our team members to continue learning, refining their craft, exploring innovative techniques, or enhancing interpersonal skills. Whether that means sending a team to a conference to learn about emerging industry trends, or supporting employees as they get involved in community leadership opportunities. At Thomas, every day is a learning opportunity, contributing to our employee’s personal and professional growth and strengthening our collective expertise.
Our commitment to making intelligent decisions has been a guiding force as we have grown. Every decision we make, from our proprietary Target Value Delivery approach to preconstruction all the way through to the ribbon cutting, stems from a comprehensive understanding of our client’s needs and our commitment to be Always Building best-in-class services.
At Thomas, we acknowledge that smart decisions may sometimes not be the fastest or most manageable. Yet, we’re steadfast in our resolve to ensure our projects’ long-term success and sustainability. Our dedication to wise decision-making extends to individualized career pathing for our employees as we aim to offer the resources of a nationally recognized construction company with the flexibility and feel of a local up-start.
The culture at Thomas is a testament to our belief in developing a workforce of humble, hungry, and intelligent professionals. We are more than just a team; we are a family committed to building structures that embody innovation, excellence, and best-in-class standards. By investing in our employees and fostering a culture centered on these values, we ensure our company’s growth and the lasting impact of our work.
As Controller, Jennifer manages all company-wide accounting and human resources activities, while managing the firm’s operating budget. With decades of accounting & financial experience for Thomas and other notable contractors, Jennifer leads the daily internal finances within Thomas.
Jennifer Noland
Controller
As President of Thomas Construction Group, Chris Reid is dedicated to creating a company where employees and clients alike flourish under our Core Values of Team, Improvement, Excellence and Service. With over 30 years of experience in Construction Management, Chris utilizes his knowledge and that of his peers to drive strategic success and growth while delivering best-in-class results. Chris serves on the leadership committee of the Cape Fear Country Club, the Surf Club and Eden Village and is actively involved and invested in the future of Wilmington.
Christopher N. Reid
President & Cheif Operating Officer
Jill has been an integral part of Thomas since the company’s founding year in 2005, with over three decades of industry expertise. As Marketing Director, she drives the Thomas brand forward and solidifies our position in the market, while ensuring that the company’s marketing efforts are consistent with and supportive of Thomas’s overall strategic plan.
Jill Sullivan
Marketing Director
Katie Seidel brings 17 years of diverse HR expertise across industries such as construction, property management, and IT services. With a focus on talent management, benefits administration, and professional development, she is dedicated to cultivating a thriving organizational culture.
Katie Seidel
Director of People & Culture
Mike joins Thomas with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry and a proven record of producing accurate budgets, implementing management processes, and building teams. His decades of preconstruction and estimating knowledge, along with a strong skillset of managing and leading teams, lends itself to creating seamless experiences for Thomas’ clients. Mike splits his time between Wilmington and Raleigh, where he resides with his family.
Mike Pritt, LEED AP
Preconstruction Director
After successfully leading project teams within the healthcare industry for over 15 years, Chris Thorn relocated from the Pacific Northwest to Wilmington, NC in 2022. His industry experience ranges from K-12 to mixed-use projects, but his expertise lies in healthcare, having worked on various multi-million dollar projects throughout the years. Hailing from one of the world’s largest general contractors, Chris brings a valuable perspective to the leadership team and will serve an important role as he leads and develops the Healthcare sector.
Chris Thorn, LEED AP
Project Executive
With nearly 25 years of experience in leadership roles for both Thomas and other regional contractors, Tony is highly skilled in project and team management. His expertise spans various project types, including senior and assisted living facilities, continuing care centers, condominiums, apartments, and specialty commercial projects, establishing him as a prominent operational sector leader.
Tony Datena
Vice President / Project Executive
Bruce has decades of Financial Advising and Accounting experience and served as Thomas’ Chief Financial Officer from inception in 2005 until 2023, when he transitioned to Managing Partner. In this role, he is actively involved with strategic planning for the company and advises on a wide manner of business matters, working closely with the CFO & COO.
Bruce Chappell, Jr.
Managing Partner
Since joining Thomas in 2006, Roger has strengthened our construction core by providing nearly 40 years of construction industry experience. As General Superintendent, he is responsible for all field staff and subcontractor relations, quality control, safety coordination, and client satisfaction. Roger makes frequent job site visits to review project progress, schedule, compliance, and quality. He is recognized as one of the most respected General Superintendents in our market today.
Roger Connor
General Superintendent
Vince is an industry leader with more than 38 years of experience, ranging from estimating and buyout to project manager and project/firm executive. His aggressive cost control measures, dedication to team, and approach to project relationships has created a successful track record of on time contract completions. As VP – Operations, Vince is responsible for supervising and controlling all strategic and operational aspects of the company while providing risk management of the firm’s construction operations.
Vince Tryer, Jr.
Vice President – Operations
As a well-known community leader, Jim brings more than 30 years of managerial and executive level professional business affluence to Thomas. Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors for Novant Health/NHRMC as Chairman and as 1st Vice-Chair of the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. As EVP, Jim is responsible for the growth and implementation of corporate business development, marketing, preconstruction and owner-contract activities for Thomas.
Jim Hundley, Jr.
Executive Vice President
