MEET THE LEADERSHIP
MEET
THE LEADERSHIP
ProWest Founder, Owner, Chairman
Hometown:
Houston, Texas
Joined ProWest:
1987
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from Stanford University in 1984 with a Master of Science Degree in Construction Engineering and Management. Graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science Degree, With Highest Honors, in Architectural Engineering. While at UT, Randy was a section leader in the Longhorn Band, received the Outstanding Senior Award in Architectural Engineering, and was elected to Mortar Board. Randy attended both schools on scholarships and has taught construction related courses at Stanford University, San Diego State University, and San Diego Mesa College.
"We are very flexible, and quickly adapt to the ever-changing needs of our clients."
Randy Craig
ProWest Owner, President
Hometown:
Chicago, Illinois
Joined ProWest:
2017
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from University of Phoenix in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. Graduated from the University of Phoenix in 1999 with a Master of Arts Degree in Organizational Management. Graduated from University of Santa Monica in 2000 with a Master of Arts Degree in Spiritual Psychology.
“Financial strength and expertise of the ENR Top 10 companies, yet honoring our values and commitments to our clients."
Mike DeMarie
Executive Vice President
Hometown:
Yorba Linda, CA
Joined ProWest:
2024
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts in Geographical Planning and Environmental Studies.
"ProWest has great people and offers a unique combination of financial strength, expert resources, and the experience of a large company with the personal attention, flexibility, and passion of a local enterprise"
Rick Fochtman
Director of Marketing
Hometown:
Grandview, Washington
Joined ProWest:
2024
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from the University of Washington in 1995 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business & Marketing.
"Our ability to deliver highly sophisticated projects and services, while still providing the close, personalized attention of a local company."
Grace Lieberman
Principal Business Executive
Hometown:
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Joined ProWest:
2023
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from San Diego State University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing.
With unmatched talent, a collaborative mindset, and direct owner involvement on every project we are committed to nurturing long-term relationships while competing with industry giants.
Jason Dana
ProWest Owner, Senior Vice President
Hometown:
Chicago, Illinois
Joined ProWest:
2007
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from California State University, Fullerton in 1977 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management.
"We have the financial capability and the expertise of a large company but provide services to our clients that serve THEIR needs led by one of the Owners of ProWest."
Joe Linden
ProWest Owner, VP, Executive General Manager
Hometown:
Sebeka, Minnesota
Joined ProWest:
1998
What makes ProWest unique?
"Direct owner involvement in every project with a focus on customer service."
Jeff Rising
ProWest Owner, VP, Construction
Hometown:
Cape Town, South Africa
Joined ProWest:
1997
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from The University of Cape Town in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management. David became a U.S. Citizen in 2000.
"We are a group of talented and committed individuals striving to provide the highest quality of work possible."
David Saacks
ProWest Owner, Director of Preconstruction
Hometown:
Saugus, CA
Joined ProWest:
2013
What makes ProWest unique?
"The employees are confident in the leadership's ability to keep the company moving forward in a positive direction, creating a sense of security & trust."
Jerry Jensen
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Hometown:
Santee, California
Joined ProWest:
2019
What makes ProWest unique?
"It’s refreshing to see the hands-on approach from the owner/leadership team."
Sandra Brown
ProWest Owner, Project Executive
Hometown:
Glendora, California
Joined ProWest:
2007
What makes ProWest unique?
"ProWest provides proficient value added construction management services in an unparalleled fashion."
Khris Drake
ProWest Owner, Senior Superintendent
Hometown:
El Cajon, California
Joined ProWest:
1999
What makes ProWest unique?
"It’s a company that makes you feel like you are a family."
Howard Pray
ProWest Owner, Administrative Director, Corporate Secretary
Hometown:
Murrieta, CA
Joined ProWest:
2016
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from California State University, San Marcos in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies.
Providing professional growth and development for all individuals in the company.
Stephanie Ridlon
Senior Executive Project Manager
Hometown:
Newport Beach, CA
Joined ProWest:
2018
What makes ProWest unique?
Graduated from University Of California Santa Barbara in 1977 with a Bachelor of Arts Dual Degree in Geology and Environmental Studies.
"ProWest cares about its people & provides challenging career growth opportunities."
Paul Santangelo
Project Executive
Hometown:
Camarillo, CA
Joined ProWest:
2024
What makes ProWest unique?
"ProWest demonstrates an unwavering commitment to nurturing leadership skills across all levels, consistently investing in its team members’ professional growth and development. The company cultivates an environment of humility, where team members and executives collaborate effectively to achieve common goals."
Isaac Ayala
OUR STORY
OUR STORY
Back in 1987, Randy Craig and Earl Rush founded ProWest
After having met each other for the first time in August of 1984, while both were working for the M.H. Golden Company in San Diego, Randy and Earl began a friendship that would lead to a rock-solid partnership that spanned almost three decades and lasted until Earl's passing in 2015. They discovered much common ground - an appetite for risk, an eye for innovation, a desire to control their destiny, and most importantly, the bond of trust.
Their dream was to build big buildings and compete against the largest companies in the world.
After spending many entrepreneurial brainstorming sessions on the concrete picnic benches in Live Oak Park near Fallbrook, they solidified their written business plan and embarked upon their dream. The date was September 18, 1987. Randy had just turned 26 years old, and Earl was about to turn 41. They each invested $2500 in cash and then "took the road less traveled."
So began their struggle for survival, the search for opportunity, the quest for knowledge, and the never-ending belief in their future. They never quit. They never wavered. They never questioned their choice for independence. They worked together, in mutual trust, in pursuit of their dream. It became the journey of a lifetime.
As we begin our 38th year of this adventure, we continue to appreciate the opportunities that have been bestowed upon us, and pledge that we will do everything in our power to honor the trust placed in us by our clients, our employees, and our partners.
Long live the dream.
Randy Craig
Earl Rush
Earl Rush
ProWest Co-Founder
Mr. Rush co-founded ProWest in 1987. Prior to his career at ProWest, he attended San Diego Mesa College, and he served as a submariner in the U.S. Navy. His forty plus years of experience in the construction industry included over one hundred completed projects. His work as a project executive encompassed industrial buildings, university student housing, high-rise office buildings, hospitals, medical and dental offices, and custom homes. Mr. Rush was well respected in the industry, he was a friend to all, and he is greatly missed by the ProWest team.
Earl Rush
Director of Preconstruction Services
Mr. Quinn was with ProWest for over seventeen years and he was a principal owner. With over twenty-seven years in the construction industry, his background was diverse in student housing, higher education, hospitals, and airports. Prior to joining ProWest, he owned and operated a plastering and wood siding business. Mr. Quinn started with ProWest as a laborer, then quickly moved up to project superintendent on complex healthcare projects, and utimately found his niche as director of preconstruction services.
