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It’s not just what we do, it’s

who we are.

Building a

legacy.

BDR is Georgia born and bred, with 90% of our work performed in–state for local clients. We’re deeply committed to building facilities that build a better community. 

Putting garbage in a bag

Giving back to

our community.

By building better Healthcare, Education and Civic facilities, we build better communities. Each and every project fosters health, wellness and culture for our friends, family and neighbors.
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We look like you and the people

you serve.

We live in Georgia. We work in Georgia. And our diverse team reflects the spirit, energy and sense of community that thrives in Georgia.

Team

John Barnes

John Barnes

Partner

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David Benson

Partner

Emily Gossett

Emily Gossett

Partner

Jesse Frasier

Jesse Frasier

Partner

Erin Carlson

Erin Carlson, AIA, EDAC

Senior Project Manager

Mo Nadizadeh

Mo Nadizadeh

Senior Project Manager

Ace Barghi

Ace Barghi

Senior Project Manager

Sean Welty

Sean Welty

Senior Project Manager

Sean Soares

Senior Project Manager

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Alison Gordon, PE

Senior Project Manager

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Audrey Hoge

Senior Project Manager

Kellie Fletcher

Kellie Fletcher

Project Manager

Evan Maynor

Evan Maynor

Project Manager

Tony Headshot

Tony Jones

Project Manager

Daniel Thigpen 

Project Manager

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Asti White

Assistant Project Manager

Marlowe Headshot

Marlowe Mathis

Assistant Project Manager

Madlyn Wright

Assistant Project Manager

Cheryl Headshot

Cheryl Nitch, AIA, NCARB

Senior Planner

Kimberly Davis

Kimberly Davis

Account Coordinator

Gayle Sanders

Gayle Sanders

Controller

Debbi Legg

Debbi Legg

Project Cost Analyst

Let’s succeed  together.

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Georgia

1155 Mount Vernon Highway NE, Suite 800,

Atlanta, GA 30338

Florida

50 N Laura Street, Suite 2500,

Jacksonville, FL 32202

A Veteran-Owned 
Small Business.

John Barnes

John Barnes

Partner

John is a former Naval Officer who brings extraordinary leadership, planning, business acumen, and structural expertise to BDR and its clients. Holding his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Vanderbilt University and an MBA from Georgia State University, John utilizes his talents to provide innovative, higher-return services in the healthcare and higher-education segments.

With over 22 years of experience in helping design, build, and support complex structures, John’s leadership and collaborative philosophy is at the cornerstone of BDR.

As Principal-in-Charge, John’s fundamental role is to ensure all clients have their complex structural investments met and that they achieve the highest possible Return on their Facility Investment.

 

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David Benson

Partner

David Benson is the architectural problem-solver of our team. He believes in the value of creativity to find solutions to answer complex facility questions. His approach to project management and planning is focused on identifying the “big picture”and communicating this vision in a clear, straight-forward manner. This gives clients the tools to make sound, timely decisions about the future of their facilities.

David is an expert in early programming, budgeting and cost validation, and schedule development with over $300-million of executed projects in his career.

Seeing projects evolve from an early concept to a tangible, actionable plan for a finished product continues to provide inspiration for David’s work.

Emily Gossett

Emily Gossett

Partner

Emily is the motivator of our team. She believes decision-making and problem solving for the overall benefit of the project and client are made possible through strong relationships. Her approach to project management is focused on translating business goals into facility strategies and financial milestones that sustain growth and maximize ROI.

She is an expert in solving problems for construction projects with experience in inpatient, outpatient, and MOB projects for large healthcare systems.

When she’s not negotiating contracts or accelerating schedules, Emily can be found traveling and exploring national parks. She also is passionate about practicing preventative wellness.

Jesse Frasier

Jesse Frasier

Partner

 

With over 20 years of management, planning and design experience, Jesse is the communicator of our team. He believes that the success of a project lies not only in the design and construction but true collaboration between the stakeholders, user groups, architects, engineers, consultants and construction managers all focused on the common goal of bringing the client’s vision to reality.

The transformation of an underutilized asset to a facility that is appropriately scaled and utilized to its fullest potential is what motivates Jesse.

When he’s not facilitating meetings and driving the design and construction process, Jesse loves all sports, especially his son’s soccer games.

Erin Carlson

Erin Carlson, AIA, EDAC

Senior Project Manager

Erin’s singular approach to healthcare project management focuses on the intersection of process engineering and architecture. She applies perspectives developed through her Evidence-based Design Certification and Six Sigma training to help maximize staff efficiency, enhance patient satisfaction, and ensure positive clinical outcomes for her clients.
 

She is a licensed Architect in Georgia, and as such Erin’s skills range from front-end process improvement, to programming, to complex construction detailing.

Erin is a new mother and a competitive cornhole player, and has set a goal to visit every Major League Baseball stadium in America.

Mo Nadizadeh

Mo Nadizadeh

Senior Project Manager

Mo is the proactive process leader of our team. He firmly believes effective collaboration with design and construction is the key to ensuring a successful project. His approach to project management is focused on holding teams accountable to meet client expectations.
 

He is an expert in leading through complex projects and tight deadlines, with experience in private K-12 and higher education project types. Among many of the projects Mo is most proud of is the iconic $1.6B Mercedes-Benz Stadium where he led the team of six responsible for its enclosure.

When he’s not managing cost and schedule for facility investments, Mo enjoys traveling, working out, and chasing his stray golf balls into the woods.

Ace Barghi

Ace Barghi

Senior Project Manager

Ace is the achiever and relator of our team. His approach to project management is focused on efficiency and excellence as the keys to getting tasks done at a high level. He likes to drive performance by inspiring friendly competition. 
 

Ace is an expert in collaborative leadership with experience in on-site preconstruction and construction phase management, budget analysis assessments, and close-out/warranty process management. His diverse educational and professional background has helped him easily adapt to many different situations and projects.

Ace enjoys dedicating his free time as a devoted father and husband or enjoying exercising and sports.

Sean Welty

Sean Welty

Senior Project Manager

Sean is the thinker and inventor of our team. He seeks to develop and refine a comprehensive understanding of the entire project, so he can guide the project team to success efficiently and often creatively. Sean’s deep experience with healthcare construction lends him foresight into common project pitfalls and helps him plan to avoid them.
 

A veteran lead on multiple tower projects, he takes pride in providing decisive leadership and accountability while fostering a collaborative approach.

In his free time, Sean enjoys staying active running and hiking. Additionally, Sean loves to explore artistic expression through painting and photography.

Sean Soares

Senior Project Manager

Sean Soares is a seasoned Senior Project Manager specializing in commercial construction projects. With over fifteen years of experience, Sean has honed his skills in project management, budgeting, scheduling, and team leadership. Known for his empathetic and proactive approach coupled with a commitment to excellence, he has successfully overseen numerous projects from conception to completion, ranging from medical offices, hospitals, biotech and pharmaceutical, research and development labs, industrial and higher education facilities.

Sean takes great pride in his ability to connect with others and enhance collaboration within project teams. He is committed to delivering exceptional results and building lasting relationships. As he often says, “Delivering with passion is the cornerstone of success.” This philosophy underscores his dedication to each project, driving him to go above and beyond to achieve outstanding results.

When he’s not leading projects with unwavering passion and dedication, you’ll often find him at a local athletic facility where he enjoys supporting his wife Shannon and their two children, Carrick and Scout. Additionally he is an avid sports fan and leads an active lifestyle, prioritizing his health and well-being.

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Alison Gordon, PE

Senior Project Manager

Holding her dual degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Mathematics from Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, Alison utilizes her education and expertise in the healthcare and higher-education segments.

With over 20 years of experience in helping design, build, and support complex structures, Alison is the executor of our team. She believes that the soul of a project team shows through in the final design and construction of a facility. If the project team and client are communicating and in sync, it shows in the character of the development. Her approach to project management is focused on setting a plan and following through with a positive attitude.

She is a registered Professional Engineer and is an expert in transportation planning, project scheduling, and team building, with experience in healthcare, laboratories, higher education, and office projects. 

Alison is a proud resident of the historic Inman Park neighborhood with her husband and two young daughters.

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Audrey Hoge

Senior Project Manager

Audrey is the orchestrator of our team. She believes that focused and open communication is the key to facilitate decision-making that leads to excellent delivery of successful projects. Her approach to project management and planning is focused on streamlining coordination among team and user group members for alignment and efficiency.

Her strength lies in finding the proper balance between inclusiveness and the need for timely decisions when keeping projects on schedule. She has worked in a wide range of industries and projects, with experience in project management, facility planning, workplace solutions, operational readiness, visioning, and focus group facilitation.

Kellie Fletcher

Kellie Fletcher

Project Manager

Kellie is the connector of community on our team. Whether it be industry connections or meaningful relationships within the communities that we support, Kellie understands the importance of building bridges with current and future stakeholders as well as welding them so they are long lasting. With a background in facilities management and project management, she offers a kaleidoscope view while developing the dream of a project to understanding the actual needs of the end user.
 
Her expertise includes over a decade of government construction, leading various agencies through projects while addressing their specific standards, managing the constraints of public access, while also maintaining their priority of being good stewards of taxpayer dollars.
 
When Kellie is not hustling in her hardhat you can find her running past the unique architecture of downtown Atlanta, flying airplanes, or being a cool Aunt to her twin nephews.
Evan Maynor

Evan Maynor

Project Manager

Evan’s approach to Project Management is geared toward analytics and the “why?” of specific systems and tasks. He believes strong decision-making can only be accomplished when a team comes together with all of the facts and a full understanding of all stakeholder expectations.
 
With a background in engineering and construction management in various Healthcare and Higher Education projects, Evan is able to utilize his experience in systems and constructibility to push all team members to a high standard. Evan believes that relationships and communication are the key to the success of any project.
 
When Evan is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and planning his next DIY project at home.
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Tony Jones

Project Manager

Tony is an innovative thinker. He continues to bring new tools and ideas to his teams. As a project manager Tony constantly presses for clear and easy access to all decisions from the client executive leadership to the low voltage vendor. Tony has 30yrs of experience in education and healthcare. Tony has led this multi-million dollar projects in California and Georgia. That diverse experience provides each client and project with new ideas to successfully deliver the projects Tony manages.

Outside of work, Tony is an Assistant Den Leader for his son’s Cub Scout troop. With his active family with school age kids. Tony is always on the move. He travels with his family wherever math competitions and tennis tournaments take him.

Daniel Thigpen

Project Manager

Daniel is a seasoned project manager known for his dynamic and results-driven approach as an owner’s representative. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to exceeding client expectations, Daniel has consistently delivered successful construction projects by over seeing every facet of the process. His proactive communication style ensures that project owners are informed at every stage, fostering trust and transparency. Leveraging his extensive background as a general contractor, Daniel brings a unique perspective to project management, employing a hands-on approach that combines strategic thinking with practical on-site expertise. This blend of managerial finesse and practical knowledge positions Daniel as a valuable asset, capable of navigating complex projects and delivering outstanding results for his clients.

In his downtime, Daniel enjoys spending time outdoors. He enjoys activities such as hiking, camping and golfing. Daniel and his wife love to travel to new places and almost always find a golf course to play.

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Asti White

Assistant Project Manager

Asti is a pastoral leader whose unwavering commitment to fostering holistic well-being intersects seamlessly with his influential presence within healthcare construction project management. With a unique blend of spiritual insight and project leadership acumen, he has provided a guiding light in both realms, facilitating the creation of healing spaces that nourish the body and the soul. Through his guidance, construction projects are executed efficiently and infused with a sense of shared purpose. His empathetic approach fosters an environment where all stakeholders, from architects to contractors to medical staff, feel valued and understood.

Beyond his project management abilities, Asti is a thrill-seeker, a pilot of various stunt kites, a Scuba Diver, loves running, hiking, kayaking, and is a global traveler.
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Marlowe Mathis

Assistant Project Manager

Marlowe is detail oriented. She has experience is K-12 public and private sector education, healthcare, hospitality and municipality. She has successfully manages projects from $3M to over $30M. Clients value Marlowe’s team approach ability to dive into plans and documents to better understand the details of the project thus providing savings opportunities on each project.

When not working Marlowe enjoys traveling with her family and enjoying nice days in the park with her husband and young son.

Madlyn Wright

Assistant Project Manager

With a journey that began in the general contractor role, Madlyn has cultivated a deep understanding of the field, specializing in construction across diverse sectors. She has made substantial contributions to a wide array of projects, ranging from corporate offices, senior living facilities, higher education institutions, healthcare facilities, industrial complexes, and laboratories. She is known for her forward-thinking and creative approach to projects, pushing the boundaries of innovation in the construction industry.

In addition to her expertise in construction, Madlyn is dedicated to nurturing strong relationships and promoting collaboration within the industry. She recognizes the significance of fostering meaningful connections with clients, stakeholders, and team members, propelling projects forward with a collaborative spirit and mutual respect. Actively engaged in her professional community, Madlyn leverages her network to make a positive impact both within and beyond the workplace. 

In her leisure time, Madlyn finds solace in nature, whether it’s hiking through scenic trails or exploring tranquil waters by kayak. Her love for travel fuels a desire to explore new destinations and cultures, enriching their perspective and fostering personal growth.

With a steadfast dedication to excellence, a profound understanding of relationship building, and a collaborative approach to project management, Madlyn embodies the values of our company and continues to inspire those around her

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Cheryl Nitch, AIA, NCARB

Senior Planner

Cheryl is a creative thinker and problem solver. Her focus is in healthcare because of the complexity of the building type as well as the ever-changing technology, advances in medicine and extensive codes. Cheryl is a licensed architect who has 20+ years of healthcare design and construction experience. Her project leadership ranges from rural critical access hospitals to large trauma centers in major city centers. Cheryl is a collaborative leader that focuses the entire team on the client goals of each project.
 
In her time outside of work, Cheryl enjoys volunteering with her church and at her children’s schools. She has an active family with school age kids who love to be outdoors. Her family’s goal is to visit all the National Parks in the US (preferably in an RV)
Kimberly Davis

Kimberly Davis

Account Coordinator

Kimberly is an expert communicator who builds positive relationships with everyone she works with. Being able to analyze several moving parts, while paying attention to the details of what’s in the clients’ interests, is her greatest skill and contribution to the team. 
 
Her experience in accounting and auditing help to ensure that all processes are continuously improved upon and streamlined to maximize efficiency, all while delivering an on-time and quality project. With a strong thirst for knowledge, she embraces education at every opportunity and loves to learn and share.
 
Kimberly enjoys traveling with friends and family, solving the daily crossword, and being at the beck and call of her Golden doodle and Airedale Terrier. 
Gayle Sanders

Gayle Sanders

Controller

Gayle is the brain behind the scenes of our team. She knows that when it comes to capital allocation, payments, and procurement–details matter. Her approach to project management is focused on assuring accuracy and compliance with contracts and budgets. 
 

She is an expert in accounting and financial controls, with experience in construction, industrial processing and information technology. Gayle is motivated to dig into the details to provide clients with the information needed for timely decision-making.  

 
She also is an avid animal lover and a Guardian Angel to her local animal shelter, with two Corgis and an elderly tabby cat.
Debbi Legg

Debbi Legg

Project Cost Analyst

Debbi is the cost analyst responsible for accounting, budgeting, and project oversight for BDR. On select projects, she provides her expertise to support clients through in-depth audits to ensure alignment between budgets and objectives. 
 
Debbi is highly organized and a superior multitasker, which allows her to provide complete, accurate, and on-time accounting and billing across multiple projects. An exceptionally resourceful employee, Debbi utilizes critical thinking skills to continuously seek areas of improvement, streamline processes, and reduce expenses
 
Outside of work, she’s an avid runner – completing over 300 marathons and ultramarathons.

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Davis Brown

Davis Brown

Assistant Project Manager

Listening to the client’s needs and taking action to meet those needs in a timely manner while always keeping an eye on the overall project budget and goals is what Davis brings to each project.
 
His collaboration and willingness to do what it takes forthe success of a project is what makes Davis a key member of every team.
Justin Russo

Justin Russo

Project Manager

Justin is the relator and strategist of our team. He understands the success of a project lies at the cross section of end-user needs and the team’s path to execution. His approach to project management focuses on the development of strong relationships to foster communication and enhance the team’s ability to identify goals and solve problems.
 

Justin is a decisive leader and expert in project accounting, process development, and data analysis with experience in interior construction, program management, capital planning, and hospitality. He is driven by the desire of continued education and learning more about the built environment that shapes our society and everyday life. 

In his free time, Justin most enjoys spending time with his family. He is also an avid outdoorsman, house project DIYer, and hobbyist knife-maker.