About Us
A Cleveland Construction Management Company
Our Core Values
We take pride in being different.
We’re passionate about unique solutions to every problem.
IN THE DITCH
We are hands-on and self-reliant.
We are doers.
IN THE DRIVERS SEAT
We operate at a demanding pace.
IN THE KNOW
We always start with a “yes” —
meeting problems with solutions.
A History BUILT ON EXPERIENCE
JTL Construction is all about NOITCURTSNOC (It’s the word “construction” spelled backwards), which is our way of saying we do EVERYTHING differently than our competition. We take pride in being different, plain and simple.
While most contractors are aggressive, antagonistic and tough to deal with, we’re a company focused on providing our clients with great experiences that lead to long relationships and lots of repeat business.
Our company was founded in 2004 and over the past two decades has evolved to be a full service general contractor that specializes in commercial construction projects and tenant improvements. Our portfolio includes projects in hospitality, retail, and many other industries. Other firms focus on volume, while JTL is a boutique contractor focused on your satisfaction. Like we said, NOITCURTSNOC. We know that if we do things differently, our customers will keep coming back again and again and again!
Meet the Team
Jason Effner
PRINCIPAL
Strength:
My family.
Weakness:
Chocolate chip cookies.
Catchphrase:
“Progress, not perfection.”
Jeff Leonard
PRINCIPAL
Strength:
Customer service.
Weakness:
Muddy boots.
Catchphrase:
“Time to get dirty.”
Mike McLaughlin
PROJECT EXECUTIVE
Strength:
A renovation superstar.
Weakness:
Chicken wings.
Catchphrase:
“Rock and roll.”
Barb Schustrich
CONTROLLER
Strength:
Enthusiastic/Passionate.
Weakness:
Mountain Dew.
Catchprase:
“Take action. Get results.”
Aaron Kramer
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength:
On time. On budget.
Weakness:
Sushi.
Catchphrase:
“I need this yesterday.”
Evan Cheek
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength:
Coaching/Relationships.
Weakness:
Mornings.
Catchprase:
“Right on!”
Jacob Sminchak
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength:
Personable & Problem Solver.
Weakness:
Chocolate Milk.
Catchprase:
“We’ll get it done!”
Michael Gordon
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength: Understanding construction and people.
Weakness: My (9) grandchildren & cheesecake.
Catchprase: “Learn at least one new thing a day”
Justin Lanzo
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength: Problem Solver and Communication
Weakness: Energy Drinks
Catchprase: “We'll make it happen!”
Mike Pierce
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength:
Problem solving. Field work.
Weakness:
Kickstart Energy Drinks.
Catchphrase:
“You done yet?!”
Victor Scarpelli
PROJECT MANAGER
Strength:
Communication & Quick Response.
Weakness:
Overthinking.
Catchprase: “10/4.”
Tom Pallo
PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES MANAGER
Strength: Accuracy & attention to detail.
Weakness: Golden Retrievers.
Catchprase: “Don’t waste my time.”
Jeff Blasco
GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT
Strength: Paying attention to detail.
Weakness: Red vines licorice.
Catchprase: "If your unsure ask someone who knows.”
Rachelle Wires
SENIOR PROJECT COORDINATOR
Strength: Tenacity.
Weakness: Ice cream.
Catchprase: “Keep it simple.”
Shane Heil
CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANT
Strength: Precision.
Weakness: Video Games.
Catchprase: “Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast.”
Beth Czenkner
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE COORDINATOR
Strength: Empathy.
Weakness: The Blue Ridge Mountains.
Catchprase: “Will do!”
Our Whole Customer Promise
No matter the project, we strive for excellence and efficiency to exceed expectations.
Our Commitment to Safety
Job site safety is of the utmost importance to JTL. It not only eliminates liability but shows we value our tradesmen and our clients. Anchored by our third-party safety inspection team, we can document safety compliance and failures. This allows us to continuously improve, as well as to hold our trade partners accountable for their actions. Subcontractors who work for us are expected to place safety ahead of anything else.
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