About Us
Philosophy
This unique attitude develops strong relationships with our customers; as we deliver high quality home renovation projects, we position ourselves as a company in demand, creating a network of referrals and satisfied clients.
Mission Statement
To provide a finished professional home improvement product that exceeds industry standards and that all involved parties are proud of. To provide a process that the designer, customer, supervisor, trade and supplier are all in synchronization as to what is expected, who it is expected by and when it is to be performed. To earn long term relationships with our customers based on performance. To provide a positive working environment for our employees and trades that is built on respect.
Gittleman Team
Scott Gittleman
President
sgittleman@gittleman.net
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Scott Gittleman launched Gittleman Construction, Inc. in 1977. Thanks to his extensive architectural training, commitment to personal service and to craftsmanship, the enterprise has maintained the same level of quality and service through the years.
Married and father of three, Scott emphasizes an atmosphere of trust and open communication with his employees, his carefully cultivated network of skilled tradespeople and suppliers, and, most importantly, his company’s clients.
Scott prides himself on his hands-on involvement at every job site, a dedication that makes the difference between competence and excellence.
Gittleman’s reputation has grown to encompass a lengthy list of customer testimonials and professional accolades, including its ranking as one of the nation’s Top 500 remodelers by Qualified Remodeler magazine.
Gittleman Construction, Inc. is a member of the Building Association of Southeast Michigan, the National Association of Home Builders, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, and the Better Business Bureau.
Vera Asmar
Vice President of Operations
vasmar@gittleman.net
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Vera Asmar is the Vice President of Operations. She was recruited by Gittleman Construction eighteen years ago, for her business acumen and expertise in day-to-day operations.
Her background now encompasses more than 25 years in the residential construction industry. Since joining the company, she has been a key player in increasing the company’s annual revenue as she streamlined key divisions including finance, human resources, production and marketing.
Today, as second in command, Vera continues to take care of business with an in-depth knowledge of each department and its responsibilities. She oversees personnel to assure adherence to budgets and timelines and manages all finances. She also continues to grow the business with the development of strategic marketing plans.
Vera plays a lead role in providing elite customer service to the clients, which results in repeat business from many of them. She prides herself on being personally involved with every client and project to help ensure in delivering an excellent product to the satisfaction of the clients.
Denice Hecksel
Controller & Accounting
dhecksel@gittleman.net
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Denice Hecksel joined Gittleman Construction in 2016 and is the Controller/Accounting Manager. She handles the accounting and human resource functions for the company.
She is a graduate of Walsh College and has over two decades of experience in various general service industries and residential and commercial building.
Jonathan Lee
Architectural Designer
jlee@gittleman.net
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Jonathan is a graduate of the University of North Carolina – Charlotte School of Architecture, 2015. He was first drawn to architecture in high school while 3D modeling/programming the digital campus for Duke University, ISIS (Information Science Information Studies, now ISS, Information Science + Studies). Having worked in the design professions of 3D design, landscape, architectural fabrication and architecture, he is a versitile actor, approaching solutions from the perspective of multiple industries.
Jonathan joined Gittleman Construction in 2018 as an architectural designer. On his off time, he is an avid moped fabricator/rider and a part time architecture/art history and theory buff.
Emily Darga
INTERIOR DESIGNER
edarga@gittleman.net
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Justin Adler
Purchasing & Estimating
jadler@gittleman.net
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Justin Adler recently joined our team as the Purchasing & Estimating Manager. He has over 25 years of experience in construction management with work that includes new construction on high-end spec homes, remodeling of low-income housing, large commercial projects, addition remodeling/build-outs, etc.
He has worked for some of the top residential building companies throughout Michigan. In his 15 years of project estimation/take-off experience, he prides himself on cultivating a selected network of highly skilled subcontractors/tradespeople.
Justin also has a background in architectural drafting. He is married and a father of two little girls.
Kurt Grover
Construction
kgrover@gittleman.net
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Kurt Grover has over two decades of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2007 after working with some of the top residential building companies in southeastern Michigan.
He started his career with Gittleman Construction as the lead foreman for the rough carpentry crew. Kurt is now one of our Superintendents and manages the construction process of the projects assigned to him.
Doug Mitchell
Construction
dmitchell@gittleman.net
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Doug Mitchell has over three decades of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 1997 after working with some of the largest residential building companies in southeastern Michigan.
He started his career with Gittleman Construction as the lead trim carpenter. Doug is now one of our Superintendents and manages the construction process of the projects assigned to him.
Mark Taylor
Construction
mtaylor@gittleman.net
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Mark Taylor has over two decades of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2019 after working with some of the top residential building companies in southeastern Michigan.
Mark is one of our Superintendents and manages the construction process of the projects assigned to him.
Jim Scott
Demolition & Clean Up
jscott@gittleman.net
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Jim Scott has over twenty-five years of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 1995.
He started his career with Gittleman Construction as a laborer. Jim is now the lead demolition/clean up foreman and works directly with the Superintendents on every project.
Jim prides himself on maintaining a clean environment for the duration of the project and helping the clients throughout the process.
Bill Fallow
Demolition & Clean Up
bfallow@gittleman.net
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Bill Fallow joined Gittleman Construction in 2019. He is one of our demolition/clean up staff members and works directly with the Superintendents on every project. He also works on our rough carpentry crew providing rough framing labor.
Bill prides himself on providing exemplary workmanship on every project.
Colin Johnson
Carpenter Foreman
cjohnson@gittleman.net
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Colin Johnson has over two decades of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2006.
He started his career with Gittleman Construction as a member of the rough carpentry crew. Colin is now the lead foreman of our rough carpentry crew working directly with the Superintendents in framing the projects.
Colin prides himself on providing great communication and customer service to the clients.
Dale Frank
Finish Carpenter
dfrank@gittleman.net
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Dale Frank has over twenty years of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2008.
He is one of our trim carpenters. Dale works to install cabinetry, doors, trim, appliances, etc. on our projects. He works directly with the Superintendents on every project.
He prides himself on delivering high quality workmanship on every project.
Johnny Watanabe
Finish Carpenter
jwatanabe@gittleman.net
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Johnny Watanabe has over twenty years of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2014.
He is one of our trim carpenters. Johnny works to install cabinetry, doors, trim, appliances, etc. on our projects. He works directly with the Superintendents on every project.
He prides himself on delivering high quality workmanship on every project.
Mike Lohn
Drywall
mlohn@gittleman.net
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Mike Lohn has over 35 years of experience in the construction industry. He joined Gittleman Construction in 2017. He is our drywall professional. He works directly with the Superindendents on every project. He prides himself on delivering high quality workmanship on every project.