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Innovation and efficiency converge in the warehouses, logistics hubs and manufacturing spaces that power our economy. Building these environments requires more than muscle—it demands speed, precision and a deep understanding of complex systems.
At Skender, we bring all three. Backed by decades of expertise and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver high-performance spaces designed to accelerate operations, support workforce needs, and adapt to the future of industry.
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Alex Panici
Vice President
Chicago Office

Alex Panici
Vice President
Alex joined Skender in 2016 and has 15+ years of industry experience. He leads teams on new commercial construction projects and is responsible for overall quality, strategy and client experience. Alex earned a degree in construction management from Illinois State University.


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.


Dan Ulbricht
Vice President
Chicago Office

Dan Ulbricht
Vice President
Since joining Skender in 2017, Dan has helped the firm develop new industry partnerships and expand new and existing markets. He brings 20 years of construction and real estate industry experience. Working as a trusted advisor, Dan has a talent for understanding clients’ perspectives and translating their real estate needs into construction solutions. Dan is co-chair of the Chicago Advisory Board for Little Kids Rock and former president of the CoreNet Chicago Chapter. In 2014, he was named to Building Design+Construction‘s “40 Under 40” class. He graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in marketing.
Recent Awards
Outstanding Safety Award 9x
- 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
General Contractor of the Year 8x
- 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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