Meet Our Team
Our talented team members can be the difference in your next project. Learn more about their expertise.
Shawn P. Pnacek
President
989-832-2000 Ext. 202
shawn@glbconstructioninc.com
Shawn is the founder and leader of the Great Lakes Bay Construction Team. Shawn has over 20 years of experience through hundreds of design and construction projects from site evaluation and planning through final occupancy.
Shawn is a graduate of Central Michigan University where he holds a bachelor of science in construction management.
Patrick P. Pnacek
Vice President
989-832-2000
patrick@glbconstructioninc.com
Patrick is a Project Management Professional and a Six Sigma Master Black Belt in process and systems design. He has significant financial, development, commercial and industrial experience. Strategic planning, tactical implementation, and sustainability is a key focus.
Patrick has a bachelor’s degree and is a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.
Keshia Rotz
Controller
989-832-2000 Ext. 203
keshia@glbconstructioninc.com
Keshia has been working in the construction industry as an accountant for over 15 years. She has a vast knowledge of accounts payables, receivables, and construction financing.
Keshia holds an associate’s degree in accounting from Delta College.
Joe LaCross
Vice President of Operations
989-832-2000 Ext. 204
joe@glbconstructioninc.com
Joe leads our estimating, project management, safety and field operations team. He has been working in the construction industry for over 10 years and prior to starting his current role he was a Sr. Project Manager/ Estimator. His experience lies primarily in healthcare, manufacturing and retail.
Joe attended Michigan Technological University.
David Kell
Business Development Manager
989-832-2000 Ext. 214
david@glbconstructioninc.com
David has worked with local companies and foundations to achieve strategic goals of the community through development projects and events within the region. He has made close relationships with regional employers and organizations and has vast knowledge of the local community and region. David has experience with federal contracts in the construction industry.
David has a bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University.
Jeff Kienbaum
Project Architect
989-832-2000 Ext. 205
jeff@glbconstructioninc.com
Jeff has over 25 years of experience in design, project management and construction, where he has an extensive design-build background in commercial, industrial, healthcare and religious organizations.
Jeff has a degree in architecture and attended Delta College and Lawrence Tech University. He has advanced skills in developing 3D building models, renderings, animations with various computer software and is a Certified LEED AP by the U.S. Green Building Council.
Barry LaCross
General Superintendent
989-832-2000
barry@glbconstructioninc.com
Barry has been working in the construction industry for over 43 years and his extensive background makes him a valuable asset to our team. Barry manages our field operations which includes resource scheduling our superintendents / carpenters, and tools / equipment to make each project operate smoothly and efficiently.
Bernadette MacDonald
Architectural Designer
989-832-2000 Ext. 210
bernadette@glbconstructioninc.com
Bernadette is a graduate of Central Michigan University, with a Bachelor degree in Interior Design and a minor in construction. She has experience in AutoCAD and SketchUp, as well as Michigan Building Codes. Bernadette can assist our clients with viable design layouts to fit their needs.
Peggy Bergkamp
Safety Director
989-832-2000
peggy@glbconstructioninc.com
Peggy has 13 years of safety experience, with an associate’s degree in office systems and extensive field experience in safety and construction. Peggy’s safety experience and training allow her to share these experiences with staff, so they go home safe to their families every day!
Kari Pnacek
Real Estate Development Manager
989-832-2000 Ext. 206
kari@glbconstructioninc.com
Kari is a licensed realtor in Michigan who joined the team in 2015. Kari offers our clients a knowledge of real estate development and site selection. She understands the commercial construction industry and the best locations to create positive results for our clients.
Ashlie Mogg
Accounts Payable Clerk
989-832-2000 Ext. 201
ashlie@glbconstructioninc.com
With over 15 years of customer service and administrative experience, Ashlie is customer service oriented, manages the office administration and provides accounting support.
Shannon Meyers
Administrative Assistant
989-832-2000 Ext. 200
shannon@glbconstructioninc.com
With over 15 years of administrative support and 7 years of technical writing experience, Shannon manages the office administration and provides customer service for the GLBC team.
Tom Rosencrants
Project Manager/Estimator
thomas@glbconstructioninc.com
Tom has been working as a project manager for over five years. His primary experience is in restaurants, medical and light commercial construction. Prior to starting his career in construction, he received a bachelor’s degree in construction management from Northern Michigan University.
Jeremy Snyder
Project Manager/Estimator
989-832-2000 Ext. 118
jeremy@glbconstructioninc.com
Jeremy has been working as a Project Manager / Estimator for over 15 years and has been in construction over all 24 years. His experience has been in commercial, residential and light industrial that includes mitigation, remodel, repair and rebuild.
Jeremy comes with experience and extensive knowledge of the insurance industry and has helped businesses, property owners and associates rebuild on time and within budget.
Jeremiah Brooks
Project Manager/Estimator
989-832-2000 Ext. 208
jeremiah@glbconstructioninc.com
Jeremiah is a graduate of Northwood University with a bachelor’s degree in business management and minor in accounting. Jeremiah has over 7 years’ experience working for his father’s plumbing company and has over 6 years building management experience working for a local nonprofit.
Derick Woodcock
Project Manager/Estimator
989-832-2000 Ext. 216
derick@glbconstructioninc.com
Derick has been working in Project Management over the past five years. His primary experience comes from the banking industry but he has lead projects in other markets as well. He is a Certified Associate in Project Management from the Project Management Institute. Derick also holds a Residential Builders License in the State of Michigan.
Sean Christie
Contract Administrator
989-832-2000 ext. 119
sean@glbconstructioninc.com
Sean is a strategic thinker with a passion for discovering efficiencies. He has over 20 years’ experience in contract negotiations, customer service, and general administrative and accounting functions.
Sean graduated Summa Cum Laude at Northwood University with a bachelor’s degree in management. He has extensive knowledge in spread sheet development, plus experience with Access database design and Crystal Report writing..
