Mission Critical Industrial Construction & Steel Fabricators

Founder & CEO

Joe founded JGM in 2001 after serving as a welder for a local steel fabricator in high school. Joe specializes in getting things done quickly, solving the thorniest challenges for clients and developing young talent. As the fifth generation Messner who started a construction and fabrication company, the entrepreneurial spirit has always been in Joe’s blood. Plus, he’s an avid supporter of various nonprofits and believes in giving back to the community that has given him so much. During his down time, Joe enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters on the ski slopes or at the beach.  

Fun Fact: Joe Jr. has jumped out of a perfectly operational airplane – twice – and lived to tell about it.   

Career Highlight(s): Gaining a national reputation with fast track projects for Amazon, North American Coal, US Silica, Hudson Yards, Exelon and Kimberly Clark. 

Notable:  Named to Central Penn Business Journal’s 40 under 40 in 2013. Invited to membership in Young Presidents Organization in 2017, member Philadelphia Union League, member American Welding Society, member AISC. 

President and COO

Kevin Traynor is responsible for strategically managing JGM’s business operations, recruitment, and training and apprenticeship programs. A previous member of JGM’s leadership team, Kevin served as a board member and advisor prior to returning to the company in 2021. He brings over 25 years’ experience in executive positions in a variety of industries, including real estate development, construction, steel fabrication, mining, and oil and gas.

A graduate of Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil/structural engineering, Kevin began his career as a project manager for a Philadelphia-based construction management company before moving on to serve as Principal and Partner of a Philadelphia-based real estate investment company with 12 million square feet of commercial and industrial real estate holdings valued at $1.5 billion. The same team went on to start Preferred Sands, one of North America’s largest manufacturers and distributors of fracturing sand. Kevin also ran a successful real estate and construction consulting business before starting Military Veteran Partners, assisting veterans transitioning back into the workforce.

Kevin currently serves as a Board Member of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) and the Manufacturing Alliance of Chester & Delaware Counties, as well as President of the Kevin Traynor, Sr. Foundation, named after his father.

Fun Fact: Kevin and his wife, Beth, were born in the same Army hospital in Fort Bragg, NC, only to meet 22 years later and marry.

Career Highlight(s): Being a founding partner of a mining and manufacturing company that grew from 10 employees to 750 employees and $150M in revenue.

EVP & Chief Financial Officer

With over four decades of construction, manufacturing and finance-related experience, Joe Sr. ensures JGM develops, upgrades and expands the financial systems and controls as the company grows and keeps JGM on the cutting edge of technology. Formerly president and co-founder of a mid-sized regional mechanical contracting and process vessel fabrication company for 14 years that provided services to a variety of Fortune 500 customers, Joe Sr. was instrumental in growing the sales of the company in excess of $12 million that landed the company on the INC 500 list of The Fastest Growing Companies in America in 1988. Joe Sr. holds a BS in Accounting from Villanova University and is the patriarch of three children. He and his wife Donna own a fitness club in West Chester, PA and enjoy exercising their Chocolate Lab “Maximus” as well as waterskiing and boating with their eight grandchildren.  

Fun Fact: Joe owned and farmed a 160 acre Black Angus Cow/Calf operation for ten years when he was nineteen years old. 

Career Highlight: Working alongside his sons, Joe Jr. and JP, each day. 

Chief Information Officer

Jason Morovich is a visionary technology leader with more than 25 years of IT experience, with a track record of leading enterprise IT operations, developing architecture, and optimizing data analysis. He brings deep expertise in cybersecurity, disaster recovery planning, and the integration of leading-edge technology solutions. Prior to JGM, Jason spent nearly two decades at J. J. White, Inc., where he served as Vice President of Information Technology and later as CIO and CISO, following earlier work as a UNIX System Administrator at Unimetrix Corp. Known for building high-performing teams and fostering cultures of excellence, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from Penn State University.

VP of Preconstruction

JP started working at JGM in 2008 and has learned that the greatest challenges can be solved through collaboration. After cutting his teeth as an iron worker and foreman, today JP leads the overall preconstruction effort — developing strategic execution plans, guiding early project planning, and ensuring that each proposal delivers the safest, fastest, and most cost-effective solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges. JP holds a BS in Marketing from West Chester University, and never misses an Eagles game along with his wife and three young children. 

Fun Fact: Met and hung out with the band The Whalers (as in Bob Marley and The Whalers) while working as a bartender right out of school.  

Career Highlight(s): Turnkey Installation of a Frac Sand Plant in Sanders, AZ. The 12 months the team invested to make it happen through a challenging schedule and logistical standpoint provided no greater sense of accomplishment when we got to see the product run through the whole system upon completion and knowing we got the job done right together. 

VP of Construction

Ryan joined JGM in 2020 after 11 years with a heavy rigging and engineering firm. As a United States Army Veteran, Ryan has the qualities needed to conquer any complex industrial construction project. As a leader ready to make sound decisions, Ryan provides strategic leadership to superintendents and project managers; develops strategic strategies for construction projects; directs, measures and reports project goals; manages project finances; and much more. He relies on his broad experiences across diverse industries to ensure industrial construction projects are completed on-time and on-budget all while uncompromising safety. Ryan holds a BS in Systems Engineering from the United Stated Military Academy.

Fun Fact: Ryan once cooked a gourmet tilapia dinner in Bill Murray’s kitchen.  

Career Highlight(s): Serving in the United States Army as well as being selected to serve as Hake Rigging’s branch manager with just over 2 years’ experience in the rigging industry. 

Notable: Honorable discharge from the US Army with rank of Captain.

VP of Business Development

Brian Jones is the Vice President of Business Development at JGM, where he leads growth strategy and client relationships in support of complex, fast-track industrial fabrication and construction projects. Brian brings more than two decades of experience spanning business development, project management, project controls, and operations leadership. He joined JGM from Yates Construction, where he spent nearly ten years, most recently as Director of Business Development and previously as Project Manager. Earlier in his career, he served as Project Engineer at Robins & Morton, held progressive project controls leadership roles at KBR, Inc., and worked as a Manufacturing Estimator, Operations Controller, and Plant Superintendent at Mahle. Brian holds a Master’s Degree in Construction Engineering from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management from Tennessee Technological University.

VP of People and Culture

Controller

Years in Industry: 20 Years
Started at JGM: 2022
Specialty:  Financials

Jay Sinclair is an experienced financial executive with a demonstrated history of partnering closely with accounting and operations teams to implement strategic initiatives that support sound corporate strategy and vision. As Controller, he brings strong skills in financial and cash flow planning and analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and auditing, along with a collaborative approach to leading organizations through change in fast-paced environments. Prior to JGM, Jay served as Controller at Rhoads Industries, Allied Construction Services, Danella Companies, and A & E Construction Co., with earlier experience at Preferred Real Estate Investments and as an Auditor/Accountant at Bowman & Company LLP. Jay enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife, three children and their dog “Guinness.”

Education: Beaver College, now known as Arcadia University

Fun Facts: Jay has 52 first cousins and too many second cousins to count

Assistant Controller

Beth Ruth is the Assistant Controller at JGM, a leading steel fabrication and construction company specializing in complex, fast-track industrial projects nationwide. She oversees core accounting and financial operations with a focus on accurate reporting, compliance, and process optimization that support strategic decision-making and strengthen financial visibility across the business. Beth brings nearly two decades of experience in finance, operations, and business support, including prior roles as Office Manager at a General Contractor and 15 years as Business Support Manager at On-Site Marketing Inc. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Food Marketing from Saint Joseph’s University.

When she’s not working, Beth can usually be found at a concert, in her garden, or faithfully riding the emotional roller coaster of Philadelphia sports fandom, especially during Eagles season. She also loves spending time with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs, who keep life just as busy as month-end close.

Director of Marketing

Amy DePaoli is an accomplished marketing leader with more than two decades of experience driving brand strategy, growth, and customer engagement across diverse industries. As Director of Marketing, she oversees brand, communications, digital strategy, and creative direction, translating business goals into marketing programs that deliver measurable results. Prior to JGM, Amy led marketing at honeygrow during rapid growth, directed branding and communications at Pilot Freight Services, and held marketing leadership roles at Nielsen-Kellerman, Victory Brewing Company, and Pet Valu. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Providence College, with a junior year abroad in London focused on international business.

When not at work, Amy enjoys cooking, traveling, all things Philadelphia sports, and spending time with her husband, three children, and dog Beau.

Director of Talent Acquisition and Workforce Development

Field Operations Manager

Fun Fact: Dom is a triathlete and has completed several triathlons including one half Ironman triathlon.  

Career Highlight(s): Conveyer Replacement Project which was a fast track project with extremely complicated logistics and rigging. The planning and coordination it took with a tight schedule and subzero wind-chill and its success is something that will be hard to top. 

Project Manager

Project Manager

Project Manager

Estimator

Joe joined JGM in 2005 as an entry level fabricator and due to his outgoing personality and ability to learn quickly, he was promoted to estimator and project manager in 2016. Since that time, he has continued to build his skillset by earning his certification as a certified welding inspector (CWI) and become an integral part of the team. Joe shares his depth of knowledge to ensure JGM delivers on promises in the areas of fabrication and quality. Plus, Joe fits right in because he loves to take on new projects and challenges. Joe, along with his wife and son are avid Philly sports fans.  

Fun Fact: Joe’s family has been in the automotive industry for over 50 years and he has built several custom cars and motorcycles.

Career Highlight(s): Helping grow JGM’s shop team from a few employees to 65 team members. 

Notable: Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) 

Estimator

Kyle Wick brings more than two decades of hands-on experience in steel fabrication and construction, with 16+ years at JGM. As Fabrication Estimator, he leverages deep technical knowledge to evaluate project scopes, interpret engineering schematics, and develop accurate bids that support on-time, on-budget execution. Kyle began his JGM career as a Structural Steel Fabrication Lead, where he managed the fabrication of heavy structural steel and complex weldments, trained and oversaw teams of welders and fitters, and ensured strict adherence to quality, safety, and OSHA standards. His earlier experience includes a fabrication lead role at Benedix Contracting and time in automotive sales and internet advertising. Kyle holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Corrections from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.

Estimator

Erik Venuti has nearly nine years at the JGM and a combined background in estimating and project management that shapes how he approaches every bid. Erik delivers multidisciplinary turnkey estimates across civil, structural steel, mechanical, and E&I scopes on projects, thriving on complex, schedule-critical work — from heavy industrial steel mill outage projects to clean room pharmaceutical builds — where creative thinking, careful sequencing, and a safety-first approach make all the difference. Before moving into estimating, he spent several years as a Project Manager at JGM, and earlier gained engineering experience as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Schramm, Inc. Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University.

Purchasing Manager

Chip has amassed 31+ years in the construction industry including such diverse positions as a crane operator and industrial installer as well as experience in purchasing and estimating. Joining JGM in 2007, he has developed a natural instinct to know what a project needs before it’s even requested, and his ability to see the whole job from a 360-degree viewpoint. Chip helps JGM meet tight deadlines and bring clients’ visions to life. Chip’s taps his experience to make contributions to production, scheduling and estimating which ensures workflows through the shop efficiently, securing JGM’s reputation for excellence. 

Fun Fact: Restored a classic ’69 Cougar convertible – runs great! 

Training Specialist

Health & Safety Manager

Rob joined JGM in 2018. With more than 30 years’ experience in mechanical and industrial construction, Rob has the perfect credentials for the safety leadership role at JGM. He’s worked as a boilermaker, as a superintendent on large projects, is a certified scaffold inspector and is even licensed as an EMT. His favorite projects include erecting 600 tons of steel and installing 900 feet of conveyor as well as building a dance floor silo 250ft up in the air. Rob is credited with helping to establish JGM’s untouchable safety record and nationally-recognized safety programs. Rob stays busy outside of JGM keeping up with his wife and three children who are actively involved in horseback riding and lacrosse.

Fun Fact: Met the woman of my dreams while salsa dancing and ended up marrying her.

Career Highlight(s): Reaching one million man-hours without a lost time accident.

Notable: OSHA, MSHA, STS and EMT Certification

Quality Control Manager

Sasa brings vast technical skills and global experience to JGM. Having worked throughout Pennsylvania as well as in the power industry in Serbia, Sasa approaches projects with unique vision and experience that allows him to anticipate issues that might compromise quality far in advance. His colleagues say he can see around corners and he thrives on finding and resolving issues before they take root. Sasa ensures all codes and standards are not only met but exceeded on every project, working diligently every day to preserve and enhance JGM’s reputation for excellence. Sasa holds a welding degree from Technical Institute Nikola Tesla, Serbia. When not managing JGM’s quality standards, Sasa and his wife prioritize the education of their two young children.  

Fun Fact: Sasa played semi-professional soccer as a young man, but decided to pursue a “real job” rather than the fame and glory of a professional player.  

Notable: Certifications include American Welding Society CWI & CWE, ASNT NDT UT, MT & PT Level II, Member of AWS ASME. 

Maintenance Manager

Jim Ruyak is a seasoned maintenance and engineering leader with more than two decades of experience managing facilities, production, and project operations across pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and construction industries. As Maintenance Manager, he oversees the upkeep and reliability of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure, ensuring operations run safely and efficiently. Prior to JGM, Jim served as Project Manager at H.T. Lyons, Inc., Director of Engineering and Maintenance at Lehigh Valley Technologies, and Manufacturing/Production Maintenance Manager at Teva Pharmaceuticals, with earlier experience as an Associate Project Engineer at Fisher Clinical Services. He holds an Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Penn State University.

Fabrication General Manager

Dan Jones is the Fabrication General Manager at JGM, where he leads day-to-day operations and oversees the production, quality, and execution of complex steel fabrication projects. Dan brings a decade of progressive experience at JGM, having previously served as Senior Project Manager, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, and Production Control Manager, with a brief tenure as Shop Manager at Banker Steel Company in between. His earlier career includes roles as Product Compliance Engineer II at CertainTeed and Project Engineer at ASI Construction LLC. Dan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from The Catholic University of America.

Plant Superintendent

Pat Kelly is the Plant Superintendent at JGM, where he oversees day-to-day shop floor operations, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Since joining JGM, Pat has played a key role in driving operational performance, previously serving as Production Control Manager before stepping into his current role. He brings a strong focus on coordination, quality, and team leadership to support the execution of complex, fast-track fabrication projects.