MEET OUR TEAM
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BRAD HEEMSTRA
Owner
After a successful 24-year career in the industry with a local commercial contractor, Brad pursued his life-long dream and started Integrity Construction – a company targeting both commercial and residential construction projects, focusing on delivering excellence to clients in a personal way. His vision was to build a business that was driven by a desire to serve people and by developing a team of professionals that are not only good at what they build, but how they do it.
With Brad’s experience, he offers a unique benefit to all the projects completed by Integrity through his oversight and expertise. His state-wide experience managing construction projects brings a more organized approach to our commercial, residential, and remodel construction process.
Brad takes his commitment to serving the community seriously. He has served on the Board of Trustees at Mary Greeley Medical Center and is involved as a member with the Ames Chamber of Commerce, Master Builders of Iowa, Ames Home Builders Association, Ames Noon Rotary Club, and Christ Community Church.
CHRIS HEEMSTRA
Vice President
Chris started in the industry by framing houses in the summers. As a co-op intern, Chris worked as a student engineer for a construction firm on a 13-story office building in downtown Des Moines. After completing his degree in Construction Engineering at Iowa State, he came on board at Integrity Construction. Chris has had primary oversight of our commercial projects and is currently focusing on estimating and procurement of our prospective projects.
MIKE MILLER
Estimator
Mike joined the Integrity team with several years of residential estimating experience. His background also includes running a painting business. Mike enjoys meeting new clients, capturing their goals for improving their home, and following through with a solution. His friendly, yet detailed approach is appreciated by everyone on the project team.
MATT BARRICK
Design Manager
Matt’s extensive background in designing a wide variety of new homes and remodel projects adds breadth to the Integrity team. His 20 years of design experience, creativity, and practical approach gives our clients confidence in the final outcome of the design process. His warm personality fits perfectly, and our clients appreciate the solutions he offers when responding to the vision being cast for the perfect home, remodel, or office space.
ADAM GRIMM
Designer
In Adam’s role as residential designer, his background in construction coordination is a valuable asset. He focuses on listening carefully and responding with a creative solution. Adam’s degree in Interdisciplinary Design from Iowa State and previous experience as a small business owner give confidence to our clients and others on the project team. His caring approach and attentiveness are well received.
MEG SHUPE
Selections & Marketing
Meg came to Integrity Construction after graduating from the University of Northern Iowa with a Marketing and Communications degree and working for an interior design firm. She brings expertise to the Integrity team with overseeing our social media presence, website, and hard copy marketing materials. She also serves our clients as a project coordinator with a focus on interior building material and color selections.
ELISSA BARR
Design & Selections
With a degree in interior design from Iowa State University and previous experience with space planning, Elissa is a tremendous asset for residential and commercial projects. Elissa’s role includes initial space programming, preliminary and final design drawings, and coordination of material and color selections during construction. She is detail-oriented and enjoys working closely with our clients.
RACHEL VAN WYK
Design & Selections
Rachel has always had a flair for the creative and a passion for color. She enjoys seeing the transformation of something old becoming new again. With a BA in Interior Design from Iowa State, Rachel is passionate about creating stunning and timeless living spaces. She focuses on building relationships with her clients so she can reflect their vision into the process. Our clients enjoy Rachel’s warm and caring personality.
LYNN HEEMSTRA
Office Manager
Lynn serves the Integrity team as Office Manager. Though she holds many responsibilities, she is most well-known around the office for keeping everything in working order and being the smiling face that greets everyone who walks in our door. Lynn coordinates our accounting functions along with human resource matters.
WADE NELSON
Project Manager
Wade’s strengths include communication and follow through with everyone on the project team. He enjoys gaining full understanding of the task at hand and researching options for the best solution on behalf of our clients. Wade’s background includes a successful career as an educator. His role as a Project Manager is a great fit for keeping everyone moving forward in the same direction.
GREG WISECUP
Project Manager
Greg’s background includes experience and expertise in the area of building envelope construction for commercial and residential buildings. He is detail oriented in his approach to managing projects. Greg’s focus on proactive communication is appreciated by all members of the project team.
JAMES CARLAT
Project Manager
Before joining the team at Integrity, James’ background in construction included several years at a lumber yard and experience with carpentry work. His pleasant personality is a good fit in his role as Project Manager on remodel projects. James works closely with our clients to keep them informed before and during the construction phase. His goal is to make the remodeling experience pleasant and predictable.
TAYLOR HANSON
Project Manager
After more than a decade as a craftsman and field supervisor, Taylor tapped into his desire to manage the overall construction process and grew into the project management role. His comprehensive understanding of the work flow is an invaluable asset for our clients and our subcontractors and suppliers. Communication and effective construction sequencing comes naturally for Taylor.
SCOTT CLATT
Superintendent
With the innate ability to form relationships with subcontractors and knowledge of the construction process developed over the course of two decades in the industry, Scott is the perfect advocate for our clients. Joining Integrity Construction as a Residential Superintendent, he is responsible for managing the homebuilding process from start to finish. He visits multiple jobsites on a daily basis to ensure the building process is moving smoothly for each individual client.
ADAM LYTLE
Superintendent
As a Superintendent, Adam thrives on the pace and level of activity on the construction jobsite. He is a driven leader and has excellent communication skills. Adam brings previous firsthand experience with foundations, rough and finish carpentry, and building finishes; so coordinating details with each field trade comes naturally. He is self-motivated and truly leads by example.
JAMES CHIDISTER
Superintendent
Craftsmanship comes naturally for James, but his true passion includes collaboration and creativity on the jobsite. James enjoys the interaction with our clients, subcontractors, and co-workers. Prior to his career in construction, James spent several years overseeing outdoor, experiential week long excursions for youth in Idaho.
TODD LATTERELL
Finish Carpenter
Todd is meticulous when it comes to the final steps of our new construction and remodel projects. We call it “final assembly.” He is instrumental in making sure no loose ends are left behind. Using checklists is one of Todd’s most effective tools.
TYSON CRANDALL
Construction Worker
Tyson is fairly new to the construction industry, but not new to learning quickly and working hard. He is a willing helper at all levels and his desire to grow his skillset makes all the difference. While he came to us as a Hawkeye fan, several of his teammates have a Cyclone influence on him.
RICK "MILO" MILES
Finish Carpenter
Milo has been in construction “all his life”. Consequently, nothing comes as a surprise when completing tasks on the jobsite. Milo has experience with all aspects of construction and he specializes in finish work. His gentle demeanor adds confidence for our clients.
AARON GREENLEE
Construction Worker
Aaron joined our team with an extensive background in construction equipment service and maintenance. His experience with home improvement projects and helping friends with remodel work prompted him to go full time into construction.