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Can you give us a quick background on your career progression?

I joined the Carpenters Local 971 Union as an apprentice in 1997 while working for a local cabinet shop as a finish carpenter. I quickly worked through all of my Apprenticeship classes graduating my Apprenticeship in 2000’ at the top of my class earning the Ben Earl Jones Gold Hammer Award. I ventured into the world of concrete where I would spend 6 years building tilt ups in the field as a carpenter. While working at Lucky Concrete I mentioned to my foreman I had the desire to become a superintendent and he said if that’s the case you need to get on with a General Contractor and learn as much as you can. I got hired on with Clark & Sullivan, and then moved to West Coast Contractors were I was able to run my own work. It was in Vegas that I got a call to come on board with United Construction and get back to working close to home, and after being on the road for 5 years, it was an opportunity I could not pass.

Tell us a bit about what you like to do outside of work.

Outside of work we chase our children around in sports. Between my wife Katie and I, we have 5 children. I have Jarrett who is 23 years old, Nicole is 22 Years old, Nick Jr. is 17, Derek is 14, and Emily Grace is 11. Nick Jr. is a junior at Spanish Springs High School and plays varsity baseball & travel ball, Derek Goes To Doral Academy and runs track and cross country, and Emily Goes to Doral Academy & plays club soccer for MVLA. I also have two grandchildren, Mac who is three years old and Levi who is three months old. We have a three year old Great Dane named Tank, and a pit bull named Whiskey that keep us busy as well. We enjoy spending time as a family camping and fishing, and my wife Katie and I spend our free time on our 2020 Harley Ultra Limited seeing the country side on two wheels.

Tell us about a pivotal moment in your career.

The best thing I ever did was join the Carpenters Union where I received my training and got to work with some great men. The second best thing I did for my career was leave the Union where I was able to further my career as a superintendent and run work.

What’s the day-to-day of your role like?

My day starts with a healthy mind and body at the gym from 5AM-6AM. Then immediately to the jobsite where I spend most of my time planning, reviewing drawings and coordinating key scopes of work with subcontractors. Anyone who has spent time in my job trailers knows I am a little OCD and that I spend a lot of time reviewing drawings and planning for my projects. As a superintendent, we spend a lot of time in meetings and problem solving for others.

What’s the most exciting project you’ve worked on to date?

I think the USAC building was the most challenging and exciting given the size, space and type of construction. My next project, the Dermody Office Building, will be the most challenging one yet.

How did you get into construction as a career path?

I thought I wanted to be an architect early on so I took some CAD classes and architecture classes before I realized it was working with my hands and building things that was what made me happy, and when I heard a local cabinet shop was looking for apprentices I jumped at the opportunity to go build things.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Find something you enjoy doing in life and find a way to make money doing it and it will never seem like work.

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Jason initially worked in corrections but then took his skills to the community mental health arena where he developed and facilitated psychosocial programs, helping veterans and others to overcome personal barriers. He received his graduate degree and began running his own consulting company, focusing on coaching, leadership development, and strategy. He has supported teams in many industries including construction, hospitality, sales, and manufacturing.

Jason is originally from Illinois and moved here from Denver after living there for 8 years. Jason is a proud US Army veteran. He has his Master’s degree in Organizational Development and Learning from the University of Denver, and is a practicing Therevada Buddhist and certified mindfulness (vipassana) teacher. He is a Member of Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and a Member of Northern Nevada SHRM. His certifications include being a Certified Professional SHRM (SHRM-CP).

Outside of work, Jason enjoys traveling, especially cruising. He also enjoys camping, off-roading, and philosophizing about life.

Welcome to UCC, Jason! We are happy to have you on our team!

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More about Sarah and her involvement in our community:

Since 2019, she has been on the committee for the Art of Childhood, an annual fundraiser for the Children’s Cabinet. Each year, they begin planning the event almost at the conclusion of the previous year. They are constantly coming up with innovative ways to promote, fundraise and encourage participation to raise funds for an organization that makes such a large impact on our community. This year, they raised over $700,000 for the Cabinet, surpassing all previous records. She coordinates the building of a playhouse to be auctioned off at the event, this year selling for over $3,700. She also sits on two committees for the AGC, Women in Construction, and the Construction Leadership Council. Both groups do construction and education-based community service and fundraising for the greater Truckee Meadows Area.

Sarah is very active in our community. She has been a member of the Reno Rodeo since 2015. In April of this year, she was voted onto the Board of Directors, one of only two people in Association history to unseat a sitting Director. The Board of 50 oversees association decisions for the membership of over a thousand people. In addition to being a director, she serves as the Chairman for the 50/50 raffle, which donates funds to local charities for each of the ten nights of the Reno Rodeo. Since her appointment to the chair position, they have surpassed yearly records of tickets sold, with over $162,000 in 2022. In addition to the 50/50 committee, she writes for the Reno Rodeo magazine and serves on the Legacy committee which is dedicated to preserving the integrity of western heritage while pursuing a state-of-the-art facility for the Association and regional use. The time and effort dedicated to the Reno Rodeo is huge, but the payback to our community is priceless.

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PRESS RELEASE

2019 A Year Highlighted By Technology Sector and Corporate Headquarters Growth in Greater Reno-Sparks
Twenty-Two Companies Honored by EDAWN

RENO, Nevada (Dec. 12, 2019)-Twenty-two companies that relocated to Greater Reno-Sparks and existing local companies that expanded their workforce this year, were honored at EDAWN’s “2019 New and Expanded Companies” welcome reception today. Eleven technology-related companies represented the largest industry segment of new companies and 14 corporate headquarters are both strong indicators that our community continues to move in the right direction.

2019 was a year of positive changes in Greater Reno-Sparks, including the addition of more than 1,300 jobs from companies relocating to the region and local expansions. Technology-related companies represented 40% of the relocations and the growth of the tech sector is key to strengthening the region’s economic future. Sixty-five percent of the relocated companies that EDAWN assisted this year came from California where a record number of businesses continue to relocate to states like Nevada with a more attractive business climate and a lower cost of living. Greater Reno-Sparks is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States and sustaining this economic growth requires attracting new companies like the ones recognized at this event.

“2019 was another impressive year with 22 new and local expanding companies adding more quality jobs to the region over the next few years,” said Mike Kazmierski, President and CEO of EDAWN. “Thank you to all the honored companies and for your confidence in our community. The new opportunities this creates for our workforce are certain to have a positive impact for generations to come and I couldn’t be more excited. Without a doubt, our ability to diversify and strengthen our regional economy could not be done without the support of EDAWN investors and community partners, many of whom are also here tonight.”

More than 400 business and government leaders attended EDAWN’s annual event held at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino. Also,in attendance to present gifts to the honorees were Kate Marshall, Lieutenant Governor, State of Nevada; Ron Smith, Mayor City of Sparks; Devon Reese, Councilmember City of Reno; and Marshall McBride, Commissioner Storey County.

About EDAWN
The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada is a private/public partnership established in 1983. They are committed to adding quality jobs to the region by recruiting new companies, supporting the success of existing companies, and assisting newly forming companies, to diversify the economy and have a positive impact on the quality of life in Greater Reno-Sparks. www.edawn.org.

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