Since beginning his career in the Salinas-based family business as a carpenter, Jeff worked as the Estimator/Project Manager until he graduated from Hartnell College and purchased the family business with his brother in 1990. With 30 years experience in the construction business, Jeff has developed invaluable skills and insight that give him a competitive edge in dealing with clients’ needs.

Away from the business, Jeff enjoys spending time with his family. He’s also an avid football fan who enjoys hunting and fishing on his ranch in Idaho when he gets a chance.

Steve has spent the last 21 years in the construction industry, and works in every aspect of the business. As a young man growing up in Salinas around the construction business, he understood the importance of developing long-term relationships with clients. It’s one of the things that make his job rewarding. Because of his long history in construction, he has learned the importance of focusing on the needs of the client and utilizing the trends of the industry.

Steve is a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. In addition to spending time with his wife and son, he enjoys reading, journaling, practicing and teaching Yoga, and traveling to Third World countries to learn more about different cultures.

With over 40 years of experience in the construction industry, John brings extensive knowledge to his position. He started his own company in Salinas, Associated Rebar, where he worked for 13 years. His background includes estimating and managing various types of commercial and industrial construction projects, including high-rises.

One of his favorite hobbies is fly fishing. He and his wife have two grown children and try to enjoy every moment they can with their six grandchildren.

John’s experience as a project manager helps him to successfully meet clients’ goals. He is very knowledgeable about the latest technology and incorporates it into the construction process when it benefits the client. After working for 23 years in the construction industry, John still believes the best part of his job is working with the client to achieve their goal. He is also very involved with Hartnell College and Rancho Cielo.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his three children and stays involved in his church.

Having spent the last 12 years with SSB, Mary Belle is comfortable handling every phase of an account. With 50 years of experience as a bookkeeper, she enjoys the challenges the construction industry offers.

Mary Belle is a native of Gilroy. When she’s not busy keeping the group organized, she enjoys cooking, crafts, and spending time with family and friends.

Sherrill has been with SSB for 19 years. In that time, she has developed a strong understanding of what the company needs on a day-to-day basis and she works hard to give every situation her complete focus.

Being born in Watsonville and raised in Salinas, Sherrill is glad to be able to raise her three sons in the same area she grew up in. Although keeping up with her family consumes most of her time, she also enjoys finding time to cook.

Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Sonoma State College. The path to a career in construction began as an apprentice carpenter for Matt, eventually becoming a journeyman carpenter. Now, as manager/estimator, he is able to incorporate his hands-on expertise with his skill in managing each client’s unique situation.

Being born and raised in Hollister, Matt grew up developing a love of the outdoors that he now shares with his wife, Amanda. They like to take road trips as often as they can to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Johnny’s inspiration to enter the construction industry was first fueled by his older brother and brother-in-law. His first position was as in an apprentice program, where he became a foreman after only three years and eventually earned the position of general superintendent. He enjoys the diversity and freedom that comes with his position and is equipped to deal with any construction issues as they may arise.

Being raised in the Salinas Valley, Johnny is a diehard fan of the San Francisco Giants, 49ers, San Jose Sharks and the Golden State Warriors. He spends his time with his wife, Adela, and their two kids. They are involved in the student foreign exchange program and have hosted several students. Their son is currently an exchange student in Australia.

Having worked all of his adult life in various areas of the construction industry, Steve brings all that he’s learned to his position as superintendent. From being a brick mason at 18-years-old to a laborer for SSB to an ironworker, Steve’s experience serves him well.

Raised in the Santa Cruz and Salinas areas, he now raises his three children in the same area with his wife. Steve enjoys spending his free time at his cabin in the Northern California mountains.

Ray worked in construction at 14 years of age. After that he served in the navy as a Seabee, doing two tours of duty in Vietnam. Having worked as a General Superintendent for over 30 years with SSB, he is now officially retired, but because of his love for the business and its clients he still finds time to offer his expertise from time to time.

Ray enjoys volunteering his time to help others in the Salinas Valley where he grew up. He also is a regular supporter of Relay for Life.