Derek Deeter

Project Executive

Derek has a multi-faceted, diverse background and the ability to scale up or down from complex tenant improvements to ground-up high rises. For over a decade, he has worked in the construction industry and Puget Sound, specifically at JTM. As Project Executive, Derek oversees the project and creates continuity from preconstruction through construction. He engages and challenges the design teams and clients to think outside the box to meet their objectives.

Derek thrives on the details, from the preconstruction phase, preplanning and sequencing, budget development, quality controls, and managing the job through closeout. But enjoys the project startup phase – during this time, the project team bonds start forming, and creative thinking occurs. It’s less about your job title and/or role at that point and more about making sure that the collective team is all-in to do whatever needs to keep the project moving along. The Esterra Park Block 3 exemplifies this; the team gelled instantly and had each other’s backs, and the project was successful and the client happy. His commitment to the client and their project is unwavering.

FUN FACT: Derek is the “deal guy” in the office—people come to him when they are looking to find a good deal on something work-related and non-work-related.

EDUCATION | BS Construction Management, Washington State University