Eric Bentler

Construction Manager

ebentler@goodmanre.com

Eric joined GRE in 2012 as an intern while completing his BS in Construction Management from the University of Washington. As the Construction Manager, Eric participates in the conceptual development of each new multi-family construction project and oversees its organization, scheduling, and implementation. Eric’s interest in construction began at an early age, when he would spend long hours in the woods near his house building forts from spare tree limbs and other various raw materials. Deeply thoughtful, Eric is a rising leader grounded by his dedication to the details. He fosters a culture of collaboration and is deeply committed to continuous improvement of construction process and work product. He derives the most satisfaction from working side by side with other like-minded professionals. Eric’s work ethic and fluent approach continues to add value to Goodman Real Estate and he is a well-regarded member of the team. In his spare time, Eric enjoys being with his family and friends, and can often be found spending time on the water on his fishing boat.

John Bolle

Superintendent

jbolle@goodmanre.com

John Bolle has 15 years of experience developing commercial and multi-family properties. He joined GRE in 2017 as a Superintendent for mixed-use properties, combining his knowledge of both types of properties. A native of the Pacific Northwest, John has focused his career on developing the Seattle market. Prior to joining GRE, John worked for Exxel Pacific for 13 years and during his tenure developed relationships that ensure his success to this day. He made the move to GRE in order to work on the development side. He enjoys partnering with the architect and being involved in the overall design. His role allows him to focus on the aesthetics and finishes of a property. He creates a polished, welcoming space by focusing on the details. Keeping his eye on his overall goal of making an enjoyable, productive, and safe work site; John believes that his success is due to the strong relationships that he develops with his team and subcontractors. He knows that one person alone can’t get the job done – it takes the whole team to be successful. John is known for his ability to drive a hard schedule and ensure quality control. He is talented at adapting to design issues quickly without falling behind on schedule. He attributes this ability to the open and honest interactions he promotes within his team. His belief that it’s better to get ahead of an issue ensures there are no surprises. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his close-knit family, barbecuing, and fishing. He has a Band Saw Mill and works with wood reclaimed from underwater logs taken from Lake Washington to create tabletops and other furniture.

Brad Carpenter

Sr. Superintendent

bcarpenter@goodmanre.com

Brad has over 35 years of experience as a Superintendent working across a wide variety of construction projects with budgets ranging from $1.2M to $98M. He has built commercial buildings and structures, multi-family communities, assisted care facilities, retail stores, parking structures, and completed major earthwork projects. As the Senior Superintendent at GRE, he focuses on pre-construction and new construction projects. Brad first worked with GRE as a partner, when he built the 102-unit condominium community “Regatta”. The team was so impressed with his work they invited him to join GRE. He is talented at pre-construction coordination and managing project schedules, and is a great problem solver and builder. One of the things Brad appreciates about GRE is the inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect, and how everyone works together to produce a product that everyone will be proud of. He thrives while developing new projects and welcomes the opportunity to work with such a great team. Outside of work, Brad enjoys shooting sports, archery, and fishing (specifically fly fishing and tuna fishing).

Gavin Erickson

Assistant Project Manager

gerickson@goodmanre.com

Gavin Erickson joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 as an Assistant Project Manager. Gavin supports the Management team and oversees all phases of construction projects to ensure work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. Gavin is a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) and LEED Green Advisor (LEED GA). Gavin studied Architecture at Montana State University where he received his BA in Environmental Design and his MA in Architecture. A Washington state native, he returned to the Pacific Northwest after finishing his education and worked for a local architecture firm for 10+ years. Gavin’s background in Architecture provided him with a unique knowledge of building codes and architectural intent, which helps streamline processes by avoiding potential conflicts and delays. A hardworking and dedicated professional with a knack for sustainability and efficiency, Gavin takes pride in his ability to juggle multiple deadlines with calm and composure. On the job site, he appreciates honesty and hard work in his colleagues, and holds himself to a high standard of these attributes daily. Gavin believes that having a home is a human right. He lends his considerable skillset volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, an organization that supports that ideal. Outside of work, Gavin enjoys spending time in the great outdoors: rock climbing, sailing, hiking, camping, and skiing.

Jason Hill

Sr. Superintendent

jhill@goodmanre.com

Jason Hill worked with Goodman Real Estate in 2007 with Triad and Point Edwards before rounding out his experience working with Marathon Management and Sequoia Development. His career has spanned many roles in the construction side of the business, beginning as a laborer on a single-family site and moving through the trades of the industry up to a General Contractor. He found his calling as a Superintendent, and rejoined GRE in 2018 as the Senior Superintendent. Jason’s goal with each project is to bring the lessons learned throughout his career, resulting in the creation of a lasting product that is economical to maintain. He enjoys sharing his deep knowledge and vast experience with the next generation of leaders. He is a successful leader because he understands that he doesn’t build a building, the army of contractors and team members that he leads does. His team performs well because of the framework of trust, collaboration, and communication that Jason puts in place. Outside of work, Jason has many hobbies. On Friday nights, he can often be found distributing food to local families in Monroe, where his wife manages the Provide Hope food bank. He enjoys white water rafting and kayaking, and his summers are spent building and crewing a Late Model Race Car team as a Car Boss in the Whelen Nascar series.

Christian Knorr

Project Manager

cknorr@goodmanre.com

Christian Knorr joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 with 13 years of experience in the construction industry already under his belt. He grew up abroad in various countries in Europe, Africa, and South America. A true international student, he attended the American University in Washington DC and Universidad de los Andes in Colombia before graduating with his BS in General Management from Florida Atlantic University in Florida. As a Project Manager, Christian focuses on Multi-family and Mixed-use projects, overseeing the budget, quality, schedule, and aesthetics of projects. He is dedicated, hard-working, and honest, always going the extra mile to make sure each project is successfully completed to everyone’s satisfaction. Christian has a knack for creating productive, motivated teams and developing long-standing customer relationships. He believes in fostering strong relationships based on honesty, fairness, and equality. He was drawn to this company because of the strong work ethic that GRE values and the ability to collaborate with colleagues that share his personal values and ideas towards standardization, simplification, and efficiency. Christian enjoys spending time with his family and loves animals. He can often be found exploring the great outdoors or tinkering in his garage. He has a passion for classic cars, particularly foreign 4WDs.

Jin Lee

Project Manager

jlee@goodmanre.com

As the Project Manager focused on pre-construction, Jin Lee is the technical lead on all current GRE Construction projects. He liaises with Building Officials, Design Consultants, and Subcontractors to anticipate issues and develop solutions to keep each job on budget and on schedule. With a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of British Columbia, Jin has a solid background in Architectural Design. He cut his teeth on waterfront homes in Vancouver, B.C. as well as working as a junior development manager for a multi-family developer. He moved to Seattle on a whim and worked for Weber Thompson and Ankrom Moison, delivering 20+ multi-family projects. Seeking a culture change, he switched to construction as a pre-construction manager with Exxel Pacific for a few years before joining GRE in 2017. With his unique combination of design and technical skills, Jin brings a wider-than-typical spectrum of skills to the job. He enjoys working at GRE because he finds it rewarding to be a part of a small, dedicated, and competent crew with a common focus. Jin served a term as the Chair of the Land Use Committee at the Mt. Baker Community Club and advocated for significant rezones in the Rainier Valley. He also served as a Public Representative during the recent HALA process at City of Seattle. In his spare time, Jin enjoys reading and monitoring media and politics. He feels a personal responsibility to stay informed and think critically. He draws from the figure and spends time riding and fettling his stable of vintage motorcycles.

Scott Messer

Assistant Superintendent

smesser@goodmanre.com

Scott Messer has more than 12 years of experience in the construction industry and spent 5 years working for a General Contractor before joining Goodman Real Estate in 2019. He has held various roles throughout his career including Building Envelope Foreman and Sr. Building Envelope Quality Control on his way to Assistant Superintendent. He works with the multi-family, multi-use, and commercial teams and coordinates subcontractors, sites, inspections, and schedules.

During his time in the industry, Scott has shown a talent for building and maintaining relationships with partners. He worked with many GRE employees as a partner and was sought after for this role because of his ability to get things done. He was excited to join GRE because of the culture and team mentality, and because of the professionalism GRE’s employees always displayed in his work with them.

In his day-to-day work, Scott prioritizes remaining true to his plan and staying focused and organized for maximum efficiency. He is known throughout the industry as a “go-getter” with the ability to think on his feet and find a solution that benefits all when faced with conflict.

Scott grew up in Ravensdale, WA and attended Renton Technical College. Outside of work, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids, shooting and archery sports, fishing, hunting, working on automobiles, riding motorcycles, and spending time at his Hood Canal property.

Dan Schaeffer

Superintendent

dschaeffer@goodmanre.com

Dan has over 30 years of experience developing commercial and multi-family properties. Prior to joining GRE in 2017, he worked with SRM Development building Merrill Gardens retirement complexes from San Diego to Spokane. As Superintendent, he manages the relationships with all subcontractors and trade partners. He is also responsible for the schedule, budget, and overall project success. Dan has great people skills and enjoys working at GRE because of the people he works with and the emphasis the company places on relationships. He fits in well at GRE because the company’s core values of collaboration, generosity, honesty, and integrity are core values that he incorporates into his work every day. Outside of work, Dan enjoys going to concerts and sporting events, BBQing, hunting and fishing, and spending time at the beach.

Kirk Swenson

Assistant Superintendent

kswenson@goodmanre.com

Prior to joining GRE in 2018, Kirk learned the ins and outs of the construction business while working for a General Contractor. He started as a laborer and worked his way up the ladder to a General Foreman within 4 years. He has a BA in Political Science and a Certificate in Construction Management through the University of Washington and brings a thorough understanding of all positions on the job site, having worked most of them himself. While ensuring that his job site is a well-oiled machine, Kirk keeps his eye on his overall goal: finishing each project on time and under budget while maintaining safety. He works hard every day to make sure that every project ends with the best possible product. A true team player, Kirk’s favorite part of working for GRE is partnering with other team members. He appreciates that everyone shares a common goal and are all self-motivated and driven. The strength Kirk brings to the team is his critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Kirk is excited that GRE is so dedicated to community service and enjoys getting involved and giving back to the community where he works and lives. Outside of work, Kirk can be found spending time in the great outdoors with his family and friends. He enjoys hiking and appreciating the beauty that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

Titus Uomoto

Project Engineer

tuomoto@goodmanre.com

Titus went to school for Architecture, getting his undergrad and graduate degrees from the University of Washington. After working several years for architecture firms in Seattle he made the switch to Construction Management translating architecture background to the construction site. He is currently involved in all aspects of the building process for Goodman Real Estate. Titus is a great team player that likes to get things done, whether it is on the jobsite or in the office. Having architectural experience allows him to easily communicate with the design team and the team in the field. His experience with institutional, commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, and single family residential makes is a valuable member of the construction team. In between remodeling their home, Titus and his wife love to travel, with recent trips to India and SE Asia, they have many more on their bucket list. Titus loves being active by playing basketball and breakdancing. He can often be found in his garage doing his latest woodworking project for his house.

Victor Vo

Sr. Project Manager

vvo@goodmanre.com

Victor has more than 20 years of experience working in the construction industry, most recently working for Exxel Pacific before joining Goodman Real Estate in 2017. As the Senior Project Manager, his focus is managing project teams and subcontractors during construction, budgeting and pre-construction on new properties. Victor holds a BS in Construction Management from the University of Washington. Known for his “get it done” attitude, Victor has the ability to quickly and efficiently complete projects and move on to the next one with enthusiasm and momentum. His team enjoys working with him because he keeps his work fun and interesting. He takes pride in turning over a great product and in embodying GRE’s core value of rewarding hard work. Victor believes that safety is his number one priority, and establishes high standards to keep everyone safe and ensure the team is performing to their best ability. Outside of work, Victor is most often found spending time with his family. He enjoys fishing, archery, shooting sports, and classic cars.