David Martinez
Superintendent
David’s craft roots run deep, stemming from his start as a self-employed residential framer. From that foundation, he built a resume of over 30 years’ experience working with a wide range of materials and methods in a variety of market sectors – mastering the role of Superintendent along the way. After all these years, he still enjoys heading to the jobsite, troubleshooting with the team, and mentoring the next generation of field leaders. His devotion to construction is exceeded only by his love for family … and softball, which he plans on playing until he exceeds the maximum age limit.
Chris Mela
Accounting Manager
Chris leads GLY’s Accounting department with an enthusiasm for a supportive and tight-knit team culture. He views accounting as a new puzzle to solve each day and enjoys working through the challenges that accompany them. In his spare time, you can find Chris continuing to exercise his mind while reading, writing, and playing board games and video games.
John Schimke
Director of Field Operations
Maintaining a personal philosophy centered on family and teamwork, John has skillfully delivered many high technology projects in his 30+ years in the construction industry. Having spent the majority of his career at GLY, he has led all operational aspects of a project from preconstruction planning through finished product. A mentor to our superintendents and crew supervisors, and creative problem-solver, John continues to infuse his projects with the highest and most innovative level of service.
Erik Bedell
Mechanical Specialist
PE, LEED Green Associate
Erik uses his extensive engineering background to assist with integrating mechanical systems into new and existing buildings. With many years of designing mechanical systems under his belt, he’s proven to be an invaluable asset at GLY—specializing in complex commercial, industrial, medical and biotech projects. Erik previously lived in Colorado, where he developed an obsession for mountain biking. Now racing competitively, he and his family own 12 bikes, living the principle that the correct amount of bikes to own is n+1, with n being the amount of bikes they currently own.
Bill DeJarlais
Principal+Executive Vice President
LEED AP BD+C
Bill brings over 30 years of experience to his role as a principal and shareholder of GLY. He specializes in fostering progressive team-build environments to deliver scalable projects in a variety of markets. Bill leverages architectural training, virtual design and construction knowledge, and a passion for technology to help create efficient delivery. He adds great value to his projects through a deep understanding of overall cost management. Project scheduling, site logistics, quality control, subcontractor relationships and sustainability. When he’s not cycling, Bill enjoys serving on the Board of the Bellevue Schools Foundation and coaching young distance runners for Cascade Striders.
Troy Alexander
Senior Project Manager
LEED AP
Troy’s been managing construction projects in the Pacific Northwest since 2000 and is one of our Interiors + Special Projects [ISP] team leaders. He specializes in unique renovation and improvement work in a variety of market sectors and has a long history of successfully delivering public agency projects using Job Order Contracting [JOC]. Troy enjoys collaborating with professionals of various disciplines to get fast-track projects started and completed on time. Outside of work, Troy enjoys lots of family time, good music, trying a new local beer, and cheering on his favorite sports team.