Our Team

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STEVEN W. McCORMICK

President
Chief Executive Officer

Steve is responsible for directing and overseeing all facets of the daily operations of the company including scheduling, quality control, contract administration, legal, accounting, estimating, marketing, safety practices and procedures, and jobsite operations, and job cost control.

Steve also heads up McCormick Construction which is a family run business that started in 1914 with his great-grandfather.

Steve has a Bachelor of Arts/Economics and Business Finance from the University of California, Irvine.

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HEATHER LaHAYE

Chief Operating Officer
Senior Project Manager

Heather has been part of the team for 22 years.  Heather has oversight of all consulting and construction operations, services, and projects.  This includes Reconstruction Management and Consulting which consists of post-litigation reconstruction and deferred maintenance repair, and renovation work for existing homeowner association multi-family complexes.  In addition, she also runs our project development, estimating and bidding, cost control and management of field teams.

Heather holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix, San Diego, California.

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DEENA KANOFF

Business Development / Marketing

Deena has been part of the team for 19 years providing business development and marketing for the company.  Deena is responsible for driving revenue and developing client relationships.  Deena is the liaison between the property managers, HOA board of directors and key industry decision makers, and handles all lead generation through connections within the industry.  In addition, she creates and oversees industry marketing events and provides support in each department when requested.  Deena actively serves on the 2024 committee for CLAC (California Legislative Action Committee) for San Diego.  Deena’s portfolio includes reconstruction, renovation, capital improvement, commercial, and multi-family properties.

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TERRY WARREN

Senior Project Manager

Terry has been a part of the team for 18 years.  Terry specializes in reconstruction management for post-litigation, reconstruction and deferred maintenance repair and renovation work for existing homeowner association multi-family complexes.  Terry oversees and directs construction management and interfaces directly with HOA management, contractors, and designers concerning project communications, cost, staffing, and scheduling.  Terry prepares project status reports and works to ensure plans and completed work adheres to contract specifications.  Terry relies on his extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish the HOA’s project goals.  Project safety for residents and workmen is of utmost importance to Terry and his team.

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BRIAN ERBERICH

Senior Estimator

Brian has been part of the team for 21 years.  Brian works closely with architects and engineers to develop cost estimating, project development, cost control, project oversight, and scheduling.  Brian provides construction estimates, reviews subcontractor bids, and develops schedules.  Brian’s vast experience is in estimating, construction services and inspection assistance.

Brian has completed Construction Management Courses with San Diego State University and University of
San Diego.

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DAVID KNELL

Project Manager

David has been part of the team for 5 years.  David handles complete project operations and is responsible for communications with our clients and residents.  David has a vast amount of construction experience in all trades.  Quality control and safety are a top priority for David and his team.

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WADE DESCO

Assistant Project Manager
Project Superintendent

Wade has been a part of the team for the past 11 years.  Wade specializes in post-litigation, reconstruction and deferred maintenance repair and renovation work for existing homeowner association multi-family complexes.  Wade’s vast experience includes overseeing laborers and subcontractors, communicating with HOA management and residents, inspectors and structural engineers regarding scheduling, completion, and resolution of problems.  Quality control and safety are a top priority for Wade and his team.

Susan

SUSAN HALLAHAN

Contract Administrator
Executive Assistant

Susan has been part of the team for 20 years providing administrative support.  Susan is instrumental in providing oversight of all corporate contracts and assures insurance compliance for clients, and subcontractors.  Susan provides support for the consulting division, construction project teams, business development, website, bids, and proposals.  Coordination and implementation of company presentations and town hall meetings.

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WENDEE BRIGHTMAN

Project Coordinator

Wendee has been a part of the team for the past 20 years.  Wendee plays an integral part in our maintenance division and our accounting department.  Wendee handles all maintenance related project needs and will be your “customer care” contact for all maintenance related project needs.

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DESIREE RUSHTON

Project Coordinator

Desiree has been part of the team for 13 years.  Desiree processes all client billing and tracks contracts for the company.  In addition to her accounting responsibilities, Desiree provides assistance to the project managers with project scheduling, communication with clients, residents and subcontractors, tracking budgets and team assistance.

“In contrast to other contractors, McC-JWC took our community’s longevity to heart. They quickly became a trusted PARTNER.”
— HOA President, Marina del Rey