Management & Staff

As major business growth and population migration continues in the southern United States, True Grid is developing a marketing plan to capitalize on this business opportunity. While current market conditions favor the success and growth of True Grid, the management team appreciates and has learned how to weather market fluctuations after being in business for 25 years. The management team will continue to manage the company in a prudent manner and be prepared to adjust accordingly if a sudden national or international economic decline occurs which would effect the local economy.

Welcome to the True Grid management team and staff...
  

Stewart Thomas, President and Founder The management team at True Grid is led by the company founder and President, Stewart Thomas. Mr. Thomas founded the company in 1980 when he was 27 years old. He has successfully managed and built the company to continually produce increasing revenues over 8 million per year. Mr. Thomas' commitment to his customers is to provide high-quality construction services at reasonable market pricing. At the same time, he has maintained profit margins that have allowed True Grid to grow successfully and employ highly competent personnel. He has been careful to provide superior customer service, control his operating cost, and accumulate assets for the company.

David Love, Director of Operations and Chief Estimator Mr. Love’s responsibilities include design/build and pre-construction budgeting, conceptual estimating and hard bid of government, retail and various commercial projects. Mr. Love has over 15 years general contracting experience and 5 years experience with a national retail developer. Mr. Love received his B.S. degree in construction management from the University of Houston School of Civil Technology. David Love has been with True Grid since November 1999.

Brian Caruso, Senior Project Manager Brian adds 10 years of diverse construction experience to the True Grid Team. Prior to employment with True Grid, Inc., he was a general superintendent for a national real estate developer. He is responsible for estimating, scheduling and coordination of projects ranging from tenant finish out work to ground up retail and government construction projects. Mr. Caruso’s attention to detail and diversified experience will allow True Grid to broaden their horizons in the construction field.

Russell Bowers, Estimator, Project Manager, and IT Administratorstimator Estimator Mr. Bowers joined True Grid in April 2006 and brings an extensive computer background to the company. Russell has estimated and bid several jobs to help increase revenue since his arrival, he also assists the project management team on a daily basis. He is responsible for managing our Sage Timberline estimating program, On Screen takeoff, and all office technical issues. Russell is currently working towards a construction related degree.

Manuel Hernandez, Safety Director Mr. Hernandez has worked for True Grid for the past 15 years and has advanced through the field from his position of delivery driver and troubleshooter to his current position as Safety Director. His responsibilities are to ensure safety and job completion on a timely basis, as well as contacting potential targeted customers and maintaining a viable relationship between True Grid and General contractors.

Debbi Davis, Office Manager and Bookkeeper Debbi serves as our in house accountant and Tax Practitioner. She sets up and maintains all financial records and the related statements of income and retained earnings on a monthly basis. In addition to assisting the company's CPA Firm, she works close with the company's Bonding Agent for work in progress and scheduled contracts for more accurate and informative P&L statements to increase their capacity of bonding power. Ms. Davis has over 18 years of business accounting in accordance with the statement on standards for accounting and the generally accepted accounting principles issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. As Tax Practioner, she sets up and maintains employer and payroll records to file appropriate reports for federal and state returns. She also maintains and provides audit for workers compensation, general liability insurance, and pension plan records that the company provides for eligible employees.

Ruth DeLeon, Administrative Assistantroject Manager Ruth has been with True Grid for one year now and has shown a great work ethic and positive attitude towards her position. Ruth is responsible for payables, receivables, and general office duties. She has also been very helpful in communication with our workers, translating and maintaining paperwork for all new workers.

Construction Personnel The company employs 10 job superintendents and a construction crew of 100-200 commercial drywall and acoustical mechanics. True Grid requires that construction personnel have a verifiable track record of one year's experience and personally own the required trade tools.