LEADERSHIP
Since our founding in 1992, strong leadership has been the foundation of Grinder Haizlip Construction. Today, our leadership team carries on this tradition, advancing the company with integrity, a focus on employee growth, and strategic business development.
Our team, led by Robert Nelson, Chris McDermott, P.E., Brad Burford, and Len Hester, brings more than 120 years of combined experience in construction and engineering. This expertise enables us to confidently address even the most complex construction challenges.
Under their leadership, Grinder Haizlip has built a reputation for delivering commercial and industrial projects in Memphis with exceptional precision and dependability. With over 80% of our business coming from repeat clients, our proven track record reflects our dedication to delivering projects on time and within budget.
Robert Nelson earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Mississippi State University in 1999. He joined Grinder Haizlip in 2003 after gaining experience at BE&K Engineering & Construction Company, where he worked as a project engineer on major equipment replacement projects at paper mills. Robert is also a LEED Accredited Professional.
Chris McDermott, P.E., earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Oklahoma in 1982. Before joining Grinder Haizlip in 2000, he held positions as Senior Project Manager at Black & Veatch Engineering and at FedEx. Chris is a licensed professional engineer and a LEED Accredited Professional.
Brad Burford graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a BS in Construction Management in 1992. He joined Grinder Haizlip immediately after college and specializes in Industrial and Plant Construction.
Len Hester graduated from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration in 2004 and joined Grinder Haizlip the same year. He currently manages commercial and industrial projects.
