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our team

Venn’s leadership has extensive experience building facilities, working with building tenants, commercial property owners and landlords. Not just spec driven, we focus on the user experience and what is best for the lifetime of the project.

Nick Veldman

Owner, President

As Owner, Nick is responsible for overseeing the Preconstruction and Project Management teams. This includes oversite on the development of budgets, schedules, and major project decisions. 

Nick provides valuable project knowledge in all areas of the construction process. Nick has extensive experience in office expansions and tenant interior remodels as an Estimator, Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Project Executive.

Nick’s experience has been gained through his involvement with various project types such as office, recreational, tenant improvements, senior living, retail, restaurant, financial, mixed-use, major renovation, and new construction work. He is skilled in unique and complicated projects where extensive pre-planning is required to create real project value.

Kevin Candelaria

Vice President of Operations

Kevin oversees our Project Management team and the support staff. He ensures a cohesive environment and streamlined communication to ensure the best project outcome for Venn clients.

Kevin manages the construction process, interacting closely with the project team to ensure all budget and schedule objectives are achieved. He takes pride in providing consistent, quality work to both internal and external customers and his effective communication skills make him a valuable member of the Venn team.

Kevin’s experience has been gained through his involvement with various project types such as healthcare, office, tenant improvements, senior living, retail, restaurant, industrial, mixed use, and major renovation work. He is skilled in unique and complicated projects where extensive pre-planning is required to create real project value.

Robert Quesada

General Superintendent

Robert began his construction career 30 years ago and has been active in the industry ever since. He has held positions as a laborer and superintendent on a variety of project types and sizes.

Robert’s responsibilities include field force management, subcontract coordination, schedule management, quality control and site safety. He has proven his experience and leadership qualities are valuable assets to any project team. As the project superintendent, Robert will play a vital role in ensuring that a project is highly coordinated and delivered within project goals.

Robert is very skilled at the intricate coordination and planning involved in a multi-phased project. His experience in coordinating work around an operating facility, is essential to ensuring a successful project in the eyes of the project team.

Adam LaPlante

Director of Construction Services

As one of the most senior member of the project management team, Adam is responsible for establishing a clear and consistent communication channel between the project owner, architect, and Venn. He is also the driving force of all project goals, ensuring construction is on schedule and on budget.

Adam provides valuable project assistance in all areas of information management, maintaining a holistic knowledge of the project’s status and ensuring the client is always aware of project status.

Through his involvement with various project types, Adam has achieved success with Class A office spaces, Healthcare tenant improvements, surgery centers, senior living, retail, restaurant, financial, mixed-use, major renovation, and new construction work. He is skilled in unique and complicated projects where extensive pre-planning is required to create real project value.

Colin Smith

PreConstruction Manager

Colin is a seasoned Preconstruction Manager and holds a degree in Construction Engineering from Arizona State University. With extensive experience and meticulous attention to detail, he excels in project planning and cost management, consistently delivering well-structured and budget-conscious outcomes.

Colin’s collaborative approach and commitment to excellence make him the go-to professional for successful project planning and execution. He forges strong relationships with project stakeholders and stays current with industry trends, ensuring that projects progress seamlessly and are executed with the latest construction technologies and sustainable practices.

19 Quotes to Run a Project

"Who/What/Where: Never leave a meeting or situation without knowing these items."
"Take advantage of situations, not people."
"See/find the opportunity in an issue or situation."
"Deal with people: 1) face to face; 2) phone; 3) email; 4) text-last!"
"People don't like their money spent without knowing."
"Do everything you can as soon as you can."
"If it ain't here, I can't put it in."
"There are no subcontractors; there is only you."
"I don't pay you for problems, I pay you for solutions."
"If it was easy, everyone would do it."
"Follow the bouncing ball; control it."
"Concentrate. Focus on the task at hand."
"Don't ask. Don't hope. Make it happen."
"Problems are opportunities for solutions."
"If you even think it may cost something, log it."
"Show me on the plans or in the specs where you don't have to do that, and I'll give you the change order."
"We are not in the business to wear old clothes."
"Average is for someone else. I expect the best from you."
"Just because you delegated a task does not mean you don't need to follow up."

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

To create success in business by merging our expertise with our clients’ desire to grow.

OUR VISION

OUR VISION

Continue to create opportunities; utilizing innovative ideas to solve problems.

OUR TEAM

OUR TEAM

Our team is excited to come to work every day and to see what they can contribute to our client’s portfolios. The positive energy that radiates from our office is reflected in the quality of our clients projects.