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.”

Aaron Kramer

PROJECT MANAGER

Strength:
On time. On budget.

Weakness:
Sushi.

Catchphrase:
“I need this yesterday.”

Mike McLaughlin

PROJECT MANAGER

Strength:
A renovation superstar.

Weakness:
Chicken wings.

Catchphrase:
“Rock and roll.”

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.”

Evan Cheek

PROJECT ENGINEER

Strength:
Coaching/Relationships.

Weakness:
Mornings.

Catchprase:
“Right on!”

Barb Schustrich

CONTROLLER

Strength:
Enthusiastic/Passionate.

Weakness:
Mountain Dew.

Catchprase:
“Take action. Get results.”

Carrie Geiss

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Strength:
Analysis and communication.

Weakness:
Cappuccino.

Catchphrase:
“Be the change you want to see in the world.”

Whole Customer - Excellence, Efficiency, Construction, Service

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.

Have a Project?

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