Sharing is at the center of all learning. This mindset is a perfect complement to the way Skender operates, because we put a high premium on bringing people together.
That’s why our work in the educational space includes the contributions of our full team. We understand that the construction of an educational facility reflects a community’s highest hopes for its future. And we see our ultimate goal as a realization of those hopes.
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Brian Simons
President, Indiana
Indianapolis Office
Brian Simons
President, Indiana
Brian joined Skender in 2007 and has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. He played an integral role in the development and delivery of Skender’s Lean-focused initiatives for clients. Since 2020, he has led Skender’s Indianapolis office, focusing on delivering the best value for clients. Brian earned a degree in construction management and engineering from Purdue University.
Brian Kane
Vice President
Chicago Office
Jamie Nieves
Vice President
Indianapolis Office
Jamie Nieves
Vice President
Jamie is a seasoned economic and business development professional and works in Skender’s Indianapolis office. Skender began work in Indiana in early 2020 and has been involved in the construction of significant healthcare, retail, office and municipal projects totaling well over 1 million square feet throughout the state. Jamie earned degrees in marketing and finance from Franklin College in Franklin, Indiana.
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Recent Awards
- Great Lakes Construction Association, Six-time Winner
- Raffles Insurance, Two-time winner
- Lake County Contractors Association
- Great Lakes Construction Association, Six-time Winner
- Raffles Insurance, Two-time winner
- Lake County Contractors Association
- Chicago CRE Awards, Five-time Winner
- REjournals Awards, Three-time Winner
- Chicago CRE Awards, Five-time Winner
- REjournals Awards, Three-time Winner
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K-12 Education
Our K-12 work creates dynamic, secure and flexible learning environments that support student success and community pride.
Municipal
We deliver civic buildings that serve the public good—guiding municipalities through regulatory complexity with expertise and integrity.
Interiors
We build innovative, high-performing interior spaces that reflect each client’s vision—leveraging millions of square feet of experience to fuel productivity, creativity and transformation.