Brinkman Construction Welcomes Mark Beal as Vice President
Brinkman Construction is excited to announce the addition of Mark Beal as Vice President. With extensive experience in construction and development operations, Beal brings a strong background in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence that will support continued success for clients across Colorado.
In his new role, Beal will support ongoing business growth while helping guide operational strategy, team development, and project execution throughout the region. He will work closely with leadership and project teams to strengthen client relationships and identify new opportunities as the Denver team continues to grow.
“Mark brings a thoughtful, operations-driven approach to leadership that aligns well with our core values,” said Jim Ciesla, President & CEO of Brinkman Construction. “His experience and ability to build strong teams will be a great addition as we continue delivering high-quality projects for our clients.”
Beal most recently served as Vice President of Operations at Ryan Companies, where he oversaw construction operations, led pursuit and preconstruction efforts, and supported strategic planning. Prior to that, he held several leadership roles within the organization, including Director of Construction and Team Leader, where he led project teams, managed client relationships, and supported workforce development initiatives.
Throughout his career, Beal has demonstrated a strong focus on process improvement, cost management, and building high-performing teams. He also played a key role in growing Ryan Companies’ operations, including helping establish and expand a new office in the Rocky Mountain region.
“I’m excited to join a company with roots in Colorado, whose leadership is committed to growth in the region and empowers their teams to make decisions that will create new opportunities for our people,” said Mark Beal, Vice President of Brinkman Construction.
Beal’s addition reflects Brinkman Construction’s continued investment in leadership to support long-term growth. His experience and collaborative approach will strengthen the company’s ability to deliver exceptional results for clients while continuing to build a strong local team.
John Hammer Promoted to Director of Preconstruction
John Hammer has been promoted from Senior Preconstruction Manager to Director of Preconstruction at Brinkman Construction.
In this role, Hammer will oversee preconstruction efforts across the company’s Denver and Fort Collins offices, supporting alignment and continued growth within the department. He brings more than 20 years of construction experience, along with a strong background in estimating, operations, and team leadership.
“John has been instrumental to the success of our preconstruction team over the past two years, and his leadership will be essential as we enhance preconstruction and estimating capabilities.,” said Mark Christensen, Vice President of Operations at Brinkman Construction.
Hammer joined Brinkman Construction two years ago and previously served as Director of Preconstruction at CFC Construction. His experience also includes roles as a project manager, field engineer, and carpenter foreman. In his new role, he will lead efforts to enhance estimating systems and establish greater consistency across preconstruction processes.