News Summary
Spartan Contracting Corporation has promoted Derrick Huden, Dwight Mann, and Jay Brando to key leadership positions as part of its growth strategy. The company is also expanding operations into the Southwest U.S. and establishing a new corporate headquarters in Oldsmar. These changes are anticipated to enhance client collaboration and support increased operational capabilities in new markets.
Tampa – Spartan Contracting Corporation has announced the promotion of three key members of its leadership team as part of its strategy for the next phase of growth. This move is accompanied by plans for expansion in the Southwest United States and the establishment of a new corporate headquarters in Oldsmar.
Leadership Promotions
Derrick Huden has been appointed as the new director of business development and pre-construction. He joined Spartan in July 2023 as a senior pre-construction manager and has since enhanced pre-construction workflows and cost estimating processes. Huden is a state-certified contractor with 16 years of experience in the industry.
Dwight “TJ” Mann has been promoted to the position of director of construction. Mann previously served as the general superintendent and has been part of the Spartan team since 2017. His role has involved overseeing the renovations of critical facilities as well as managing multifamily and retail projects, alongside ground-up construction efforts.
In addition, Jay Brando has been elevated to project executive after serving as senior project manager for seven years. Brando’s expertise lies in managing numerous commercial construction projects with a focus on cost control, schedule management, and risk mitigation.
Expansion Plans
Alongside these promotions, Spartan Contracting Corporation is set to expand its operations into the Southwest U.S., specifically targeting Texas and Arizona. To facilitate this growth, the company has relocated two team members to the Dallas-Fort Worth area to spearhead initial projects in these regions.
Spartan is also planning to open its new corporate headquarters in Oldsmar, which will officially begin operations on September 1. This new location is expected to enhance client collaboration and support the growing team.
Company Vision and Future Goals
Scott Kramer, the owner, president, and CEO of Spartan Contracting, expressed enthusiasm regarding these promotions and the company’s expansion plans. The leadership changes and new corporate strategies demonstrate Spartan’s commitment to long-term growth and reflect the company’s current momentum within the construction industry.
Overall, the leadership promotions and strategic expansion initiatives position Spartan Contracting Corporation to meet the evolving needs of its clients and to enhance its operational capabilities in new markets. These developments signal a proactive approach designed to drive the company’s success in the competitive construction sector.
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