welcome: new team members!

We are thrilled to have welcomed seven new team members in Quarter 2 of 2024! 

KATIE CLEMENTS – Senior Preconstruction Manager

Katie Clements joined Russell in the Kansas City office as a Senior Preconstruction Manager in April. Katie brings over 16 years of experience in the construction industry. In her role, Katie navigates the complexities of project planning, budgeting, and feasibility analysis during the preconstruction phase. 

DANIEL CONAWAY  – Director of Operations, St. Louis

Daniel Conaway joined Russell in the St. Louis office as a Director of Operations in April. Daniel has over 20 years of construction industry experience, specializing in healthcare, academic institutions, and housing. In his role, Daniel is responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership management for all construction operations in the St. Louis office.

DAN SHANNON – Superintendent

Dan Shannon joined Russell in the Quad Cities office as a Superintendent in May. Dan brings over 20 years of construction experience to Russell. In his role, Dan is responsible for day-to-day on-site activities.


SUSAN MCNAMARA – Vice President of Business Development

Susan McNamara joined Russell in the Kansas City office as Vice President of Business Development in June. Susan brings over 24 years of experience to Russell. In her role, Susan is focused on expanding Russell’s brand presence and developing new opportunities and clients in the surrounding Kansas City metro.

JESSI ZUBECK – Facilities Coordinator

Jessi Zubeck joined Russell in the Quad Cities office as a Facilities Coordinator in June. In her role, Jessi works closely with the Russell Facilities team on project sites. 



MICHAEL MONTANARO – Superintendent

Michael Montanaro joined Russell in the Quad Cities office as a Superintendent in June. Michael has over 40 years of experience in the construction industry. In his role, Michael’s responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day tasks on project job sites and collaborating closely with Project Managers and trade partners.

JAKOB JEPSON – Field Engineer

Jakob Jepson joined Russell in the Quad Cities office as a Field Engineer in June. In his new role, Jakob provides technical support, troubleshoots, and offers on-site assistance on project job sites, working closely with the project manager, engineers, and construction teams.