Dave started Keystone Construction Co. in early 1995 when he “retired” from his career as a new home project manager after putting his wife through law school and following her back to her native Montana. Dave began in residential construction in 1984 in central Pennsylvania working summers during high school and college leading to a career with Centex Homes of Dallas, TX after graduation from Harvard University in June 1990. Dave worked as a field supervisor and project manager for Centex Homes in Charlotte, NC and then as an area manager in Nashville, TN before moving back to Pennsylvania for his wife to start law school at the University of Pennsylvania. One year in Philadelphia and South Jersey with Ryland Homes building condominiums and town homes in Camden County, NJ led to two years with E.G. Stoltzfus, Jr. Custom Homes in Dave’s native Lancaster County building custom condominiums at Bent Creek golf course. May 1995 marked the beginning of Keystone Construction starting with storm damage restoration work for insurance companies and expanding to our current operation. Dave spends his limited free time motorcycling, tending to the horses on his acreage north of Billings, and enjoying the company of his wife and two children.

Leonard joined Keystone Construction in June of 2003 after several years managing shipping operations at a regional freight company.  Prior to starting at Keystone, Leonard was involved in construction at a more recreational level, spending much of his free time on several extensive home improvement projects at his home in Lockwood, and at a professional level with several years experience in the concrete trade.  Leonard enjoys woodworking and being outdoors.  His positive attitude and excellent work ethic are a valuable addition to any team.  While at Keystone, Leonard has become a valuable asset on any job requiring work at heights and helps with much of our interior finish and detail work including painting, trim, and hardware installation.  Leonard’s free time is spent with his family and volunteering in a bible education work.

Echo joined our team recently as a part-time bookkeeper and office assistant.  She has many years experience in small business administration managing her husband’s business Magic City Chimney Sweeps and as an office manager and rental property manager at two separate large residential neighborhoods in the Billings area.  Echo is an active volunteer at her church and a welcome addition to our management team.  Echo can be reached at our office Fridays and occasionally at other times throughout the week.

Joe came to Keystone with a background in auto mechanics and body work in September of 2002.    Joe also had several years experience in the flooring trade as a subcontractor for one of our subcontractors, Rich’s Flooring.  Joe worked toward an associate’s degree from Northern Montana College in Auto Mechanics and is excellent with anything mechanical.  While at Keystone, Joe has refined his skills in several areas, especially flooring installation and drywall and interior finish work.  Joe is also especially welcome here at Keystone any time one of our trucks or trailers needs a mechanical problem diagnosed or repaired.  Joe spends his free time motorcycling, scuba diving, and visiting with friends.

Loren is Dave’s father and joined Keystone Construction in the spring of 1999 after a 33 year career with NCR Corp. most of which was spent managing a business forms printing plant in Mount Joy, PA.  Loren is our fixture selection specialist and has developed a knack for kitchen design with our Planit software.  We keep him busy running errands and generally keeping things running smoothly around here.  He and Leonard form the core of our painting crew and often are responsible for the final cleanup responsibilities as well.  Loren spends his free time with his wife of 41 years and enjoys cooking, reading, and entertaining the grandchildren.

Chris Rudolph joined our team in September 2006 and comes to us with a military and law enforcement background, most recently with the Colstrip police department.  We appreciate Chris’s positive attitude, eagerness and helpfulness, and quiet and consistent nature.  We have high expectations for Chris and are already impressed with his ability to learn new skills quickly.  Chris appreciates the more regular hours in comparison to his previous career and is able to spend more time with his wife and child.  Chris also enjoys bow hunting and other outdoor activities.

Mark has worked in residential construction in the Billings area for nearly 15 years and was part of the development of Colstrip prior to that.  We have appreciated his experience and the network of friends and associates that he has developed  over the years as a carpenter most recently with Homes by Dave owner Dave Scheie prior to joining our operation in April 2005.  Mark is most experienced in framing and finish carpentry but is a welcome addition to any job and sets a high standard in all of his work.  Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and his extended family network around Billings.

Mike joined Keystone Construction Co. in the spring of 2008 to assist with our estimating and to improve our sales presence.  He is available at our offices and showroom to assist with design and selection of cabinets, countertops, and other fixtures and is available to field measure and evaluate potential jobs.  He is active in our estimating team for all bid work and involved with material ordering and control as well.  He comes to Keystone with several years experience in property management at a large multi-family complex here in Billings and has previous field and office experience with another local commercial contracting company.  Mike’s previous experience includes several years of work in the restaurant business as well.  Mike enjoys woodworking and furniture making at his home shop in his free time and does most of the cooking around his house which he shares with his wife.

Justin joined our team in June of 2007 just in time to help with the usual summer rush of work. He quickly adapted to the job and helps the crew keep a positive outlook on work. Justin’s prior experience at a local food services company and with a local car wash chain taught him the importance of customer service. He has quickly learned many aspects of the work and enjoys the variety and new challenges. Justin spends free time with friends, working on his car, and at the family cabin at Fort Peck Lake.

Damon joined Keystone Construction Co. in early 2008 after a long career in the service industry as a delivery driver.  Damon had extensive previous experience as a painter after several years of evenings and weekends painting for supplemental income.  Damon has become our painting specialist here and is also involved with other work anytime an enthusiastic helping hand is needed.  Damon enjoys his work and his life and is supported by a large family.  He is active in baseball and other community activities through his children and stays busy working on home remodeling projects with any free time that remains.

Tyler joined our team in April 2008 as a temporary laborer to help with a few larger projects on the advice of his cousin, Chris Rudolph.  He liked it here and stayed.  Tyler is learning many aspects of the work and has spent most of his time on demolition, cleanup, and framing.  Steel stud and wood framing are both areas he enjoys and he has become a helpful assistant on many projects.  Tyler’s presence has allowed other employees to focus more on the specialized aspects of the work and has improved our overall efficiency.  Tyler has been active in our expanding recycling program which has reduced our landfill impact while returning valuable salvage to the supply chain through local recycling centers.  We see improvement in Tyler’s abilities daily and look forward to his future growth with the company.