Brian Denisar
Chief Executive Officer
Brian became the youngest CEO in the history of the Bobbitt Team in 2020. With over 19 years of experience in the construction industry, he has proven experience in client development, team building, business growth, project management, and staff mentoring. Brian holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Administration from Mount St. Mary College.
R.J. Smith
Chief Financial Officer
R.J. brought his extensive experience and expertise to The Bobbitt Group as CFO in 2022. His priorities include fostering robust relationships, adding value by applying cutting-edge technologies and tools to solve complex problems, and communicating effectively at all levels. R.J. earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from Bryan College and an MBA degree from Elon University.
Jeané Powers
Vice President Construction Operations
Originally from Chicago, Jeané holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural design from Union College in New York. She has built a distinguished career, starting as a Field Engineer, advancing through roles such as Superintendent and Project Engineer, and most recently serving as a Senior Project Executive.
Jay Jenkins
Director of Preconstruction
Jay brings 30 years of project experience to Bobbitt. His career began in the residential sector, and he quickly ascended the ranks, holding executive-level positions, including Vice President and Director of Operations. Despite his success in leadership roles, Jenkins found his true passion lay in estimating and mentorship. Jay holds a Bachelor of Arts from Winthrop College.
Bailey Allred
Bobbitt A&E Studio Director
Bailey joined Bobbitt in 2021 as an accomplished Principal Architect. In her role as Studio Director, she spearheads the creative vision, oversees project design, and mentors the talented team of architects and engineers. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from North Carolina State University.
Chad Danforth
Vice President, Triad Division
Chad brings over 20 years of construction experience leading complex renovation and new construction projects. Chad is a hands-on leader who oversees all phases of construction to ensure the success of each project. Chad holds a Masters in Engineering from the University of Buffalo.
Chris Knight
Vice President, Coastal Division
Chris is an experienced executive with a proven track record of leadership under various business structures and market conditions. Chris has successfully managed profit and loss targets and led business development teams to secure safe and profitable projects. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Management and Society from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Jim Bell
Vice President
Jim joined Bobbitt in 2002 after serving as a Combat Engineering Officer with the US Army Corps of Engineers. His notable achievements include winning the TBJ 40 Under 40 Award and being named Board Member of the Year by the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce. Jim is a Design-Build Institute of America Certified Practitioner of Design-Build Done Right and holds General Contractor licenses in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Vanderbilt University.
Travis Mead
Safety Director
Travis has been working in the field of safety management and risk identification since 2008 for various organizations and industries. Travis is essential to the human and organizational performance at Bobbitt and is devoted to helping sub-contractors customize their safety program to thrive in their trade. He holds a Masters of Education from Lock Haven University.
Nick Riddle
Director, Interiors Division
Nick joined Bobbitt in 2020 after several years of growing a new regional office for a large national General Contractor. He has successfully completed hundreds of thousands of square feet of Class “A” office space. Nick holds a business degree (Cum Laude) from Virginia Tech.
Blake Holmes
Preconstruction Executive, Chief Estimator
Blake started at Bobbitt in 2006 and has since estimated over $2 billion in projects throughout the southeast. Blake’s dedication to listening, understanding the intent of the owner’s request and delivering what the client specifically wants has been an asset to the Bobbitt team. Blake has Bachelor of Science degree in construction engineering and management from North Carolina State University.
Christy Hall
Human Resources Manager
Christy started her 35-year career with the Department of Justice/SBI. Since joining Bobbitt in 1986, Christy has held a variety of positions including Contract Administrator, Accounts Payable, Benefits, Payroll, Safety Director, Risk Management and Human Resources. Christy is a living example of her own philosophy: to build on the past with a forward-facing vision and growth mindset.
Blair Pittman
Site Department Manager
Blair started his career in engineering and design working in the field as a surveyor and CAD technician. Since joining Bobbitt, Blair has used his skills in commercial site design and planning to streamline the design process, enabling clients to identify the best location and design to fit their needs. Blair has a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from North Carolina State University.
