Our Team
Growing up in the construction industry gave Tom years of experience beyond his age in estimating, project management, and supervision of new, remodel, and tenant improvement work.
In addition to earning a B.S. in Construction Engineering from CalPoly Pomona, Tom has acted in all capacities on major tenant improvements, general engineering, as well as new industrial and commercial tilt-up buildings.
In 1999, as President, he streamlined our procedures, incorporating anticipated growth. Tom's detailed, yet personal, approach ensures the successful completion of each project to the client's satisfaction.
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John has over 50 years' worth of experience in every aspect of the construction industry ranging from a chief field engineer to Vice President and Division Manager.
John established Riggins Construction & Management, Inc. in May of 1977 serving a broad client base in all types of projects including tenant improvements, renovations, industrial parks, manufacturing plants, shopping centers, high-rise structures, restaurants, medical facilities, and general engineering projects. John stepped down from his leadership role in 1999, but has remained available as a consultant under the direction of his son Tom.
Joan has been an officer of the corporation since its beginning, responsible for corporate records, tax coordination, assisting in corporate policy, and fiscal planning.
She assumed the duties of the office manager in 2002, handling insurance relationships, accounting procedures, contract controls, and general office functions including establishing an inventory of corporate assets and initiated stronger controls for accurate job accounting procedures which more fully utilize the computerized construction management system installed in 2000.
Mike's knack for customer service combined with his extensive background in both the electrical and waterproofing trades quickly transformed him into a valuable asset to us since he joined our team in May of 2005. He also serves as our company's troubleshooter with his computer skills and diverse problem-solving capabilities.
Mike has efficiently supervised a diversity of projects including tenant improvements for DDK Investments, Pro-Dex, Landco LLC, Wamco, Fisker Automotive, Inc., NET-Systems, Inc., and Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. This list of jobs even includes a wheelchair lift installation for the Sisters of the Company of Mary's Convent, an elevator installation for K & D Graphics, and new mezzanines for both Fluid Research, Earth Island Natural Foods, and Newport Medical, LLC.
His goal is to bring excellence to the job site in every possible manifestation: safety, attitude, quality, and customer service. This is evident in that Mike has been able to bring in the majority of his jobs ahead of schedule due to his diligence and hard work, winning the respect of our subcontractors, clients, and their employees.
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Bridget’s meticulous attention to detail contributes to the efficiency with which she manages our office routines and maintains our procedures. She has excellent computer skills and has mastered our construction management system: CMIS by ECL Software.
Bridget joined our team in September 2006 and now has over ten years’ worth of experience in the construction industry, six of which were in the roofing industry.
Bridget handles all of our general office functions as well as accounting and payroll procedures. She also created and maintains our website, composes and designs our project profiles, and manages our social media presence: Constant Contact e-blasts, LinkedIN Company Profile, Facebook Page, blog, and Twitter account (@RigginsConst).
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