Our Management Team

Haley brings a diverse and impressive skill set to CNC Foundations, with a strong background in education. Throughout her career in education, Haley developed valuable abilities in goal setting, team building, and relationship management—skills that are essential for her transition into the ground improvement industry. Haley thrives on tackling industry challenges alongside her clients, to ensure a positive customer experience.

In her free time, Haley enjoys being outdoors with her husband and three boys. They love exploring different activities like boating on the lake, having family barbecues, and attending sporting events.

Kyle joined CNC Foundations with a lifetime of experience in both residential and commercial construction. He brings a wealth of knowledge gained from working at one of the region’s largest general contractors, as well as expertise in sales and account management.

As an innovative sales leader, Kyle has a proven track record in complex problem-solving, business development, and long-range planning. He excels in creating value within his territory by building strong relationships and implementing strategic solutions.

Kyle resides in Ohio with his wife, Michelle, and their two children. In his free time, he enjoys watching college football, golfing, hunting, hiking, and all things watersports.

Cari Ellen grew up immersed in the construction and business world, with her family owning a directional boring company. Prior to joining CNC Foundations, she built a thriving real estate team, excelling in both residential and commercial real estate sectors. Beyond her professional endeavors, Cari Ellen enjoys an active lifestyle—working out, coaching basketball, golfing, fishing with her children, hiking, traveling, and embracing all things outdoors.

As a mother of three, Cari Ellen’s life revolves around her kids, cheering them on in their various sports and activities. Originally from South Carolina, she now calls the DC/Baltimore Metro area home, having lived all along the East Coast over the last twelve years. Cari Ellen is excited to further her career as a woman in construction with CNC Foundations, continuing to break barriers and make an impact in the industry.

Michael brings a wealth of experience in sales, account management, and residential construction to CNC Foundations. With a focus on nurturing long-term client relationships, he values transparent communication and honesty in achieving construction goals. Combining Michael’s skills with his work ethic, it will help with his transition into Ground Improvement.

Michael currently resides in the St. Louis area. Outside of work he enjoys playing sports and spending time with family.

Mitch came to CNC Foundations in 2024 after ten years in the medical device industry. Mitch’s focus on developing strong customer relationships made it an easy transition into the ground improvement industry.

Mitch is born and raised in MN and in his spare time he loves playing golf, hunting, and boating at the cabin. Mitch and his wife Calley have two boys, Will and Matt and a large Bernese Mountain Dog named Doug. As a family they love to spend time traveling and enjoying as much time outside as possible.

CNC Foundations’ Business Development Manager for Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina is Tyler Prazma.

Tyler brings six years of experience as a college wrestling coach, and two years working in the private sector. During this time, Tyler developed his ability to foster strong relationships and team cohesion, while performing at a demanding level.

Prior to this, Tyler graduated from the University of Missouri where he competed in Wrestling for the Tigers.

Tyler enjoys spending time with his family, and outdoor activities like golf, fishing, and hunting. Tyler lives with his wife Bailey whom he has been married to since 2017.

Dan began his career with CNC Foundations in January 2007.  He started as the company Fleet Manager and then joined the Civil Construction Division as a Project Estimator in March 2017.  After eight months, he was promoted to Project Manager and after a few years in this role he earned the title of Senior Project Manager.  During his time as a PM, he managed hundreds of ground improvement and deep foundation projects working on jobs across the country with some of the largest general contractors in the United States.  On these projects he had responsibility for the project budget, schedule, materials procurement, cost estimating, client communication, contract negotiations and closeout procedures.  In January 2024, Dan was promoted to Director of Pre-Construction where he is tasked with utilizing his experience to assist a team of Project Estimators with finding the best possible solution to ground improvement and deep foundation opportunities with our valued customers and clients.

Dan was born in Yuma, AZ, but has called St Louis, MO his home for many years where he currently lives with his wife Angie and three daughters Ella, Nora, and Clara.  Outside of work he enjoys spending time at his kid’s sporting events, coaching their teams and volunteering his time at St. Francis of Assisi School and Parish.  He is a diehard St Louis Blues/CITY/Cardinals fan and loves spending time outdoors playing sports, camping and fishing.

Dan began his career with CNC Foundations in January 2007.  He started as the company Fleet Manager and then joined the Civil Construction Division as a Project Estimator in March 2017.  After eight months, he was promoted to Project Manager and after a few years in this role he earned the title of Senior Project Manager.  During his time as a PM, he managed hundreds of ground improvement and deep foundation projects working on jobs across the country with some of the largest general contractors in the United States.  On these projects he had responsibility for the project budget, schedule, materials procurement, cost estimating, client communication, contract negotiations and closeout procedures.  In January 2024, Dan was promoted to Director of Pre-Construction where he is tasked with utilizing his experience to assist a team of Project Estimators with finding the best possible solution to ground improvement and deep foundation opportunities with our valued customers and clients.

Dan was born in Yuma, AZ, but has called St Louis, MO his home for many years where he currently lives with his wife Angie and three daughters Ella, Nora, and Clara.  Outside of work he enjoys spending time at his kid’s sporting events, coaching their teams and volunteering his time at St. Francis of Assisi School and Parish.  He is a diehard St Louis Blues/CITY/Cardinals fan and loves spending time outdoors playing sports, camping and fishing.

Erik joined CNC Foundations in 2023 with over 10 years of experience in industrial equipment and construction supply sales.

Using his experience throughout Chicagoland and Wisconsin, Erik partners with companies to provide unique solutions to ground improvement. Collaborating with clients on a wide range of projects, he builds lasting relationships that extend after the project ends.

Residing in Chicago, Erik enjoys being active outdoors all around the city regardless of the season. Also, an avid traveler, he enjoys exploring new places and experiencing new cultures.

Jason comes to CNC Foundations from a successful thirteen-year career in coaching college baseball. From his professional experiences Jason brings a unique a skill set with him including team and personal goal achievement, relationship building with clients, and organizational capabilities. Combining Jason’s work ethic and skill set will assist him in his transition to the ground improvement industry.

Jason resides in North Carolina with his wife, son, and daughter. They enjoy all activities the outdoors has to offer with a passion for hunting, fishing, and boating.”

CNC Foundations, Inc is a family-owned and oriented company that has specialized in deep foundation services since 1987. We are rapidly growing and looking to add more to our team! Currently we are in need of a Project Estimator.
A Project Estimator will be responsible for the construction as well as financial aspects of multiple projects. Responsibilities will include qualifying projects for bid, estimating, budgeting, securing contracts and supervising personnel on the project. This will include maintaining the highest quality of product standards, supervising financial aspects of the project while administering quality construction safety practices in order to successfully compete projects on schedule and within budget.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Estimate projects from bid drawings, specs and contract documents. Read blueprints to perform take offs from the drawings and work with company estimating software to originate bid price.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
• Qualify projects for possible bid opportunities.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements.
• Other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Caseyville, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 1 year (Required)

John started his career at CNC Foundations in 2006 in the role of Business Development Manager for the Indiana/Ohio territory. During that time, John was responsible for all Marketing and Sales, Estimating, and Project Management.

Prior to CNC Foundations, John worked outside the industry but quickly took to the position and was promoted to Vice President of the Civil Construction Division in 2012. Since taking over the position, John’s focus has been to build a team of professionals that understand the value of the relationship that will bring experience and value to CNC Foundations’ clients.

John is from Anderson, IN, and has been married to his wife, Julie, for over 25 years. John enjoys spending time with his family, duck hunting, golfing, and sports in general.

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Alec is responsible for engineering, pre-construction, project management, and operations activities for CNC Foundations. Prior to his current role, Alec was Pre-Construction Manager and Senior Engineer with CNC Foundations. He was responsible for guiding the approach and preparation of CNC Foundations’ opportunities across the country, from preliminary design concepts to final construction preparations with CNC Foundations’ team of professionals. Alec worked closely with General Contractors, Developers, Engineers, and Architects to develop the most cost and schedule-effective foundation solution for their project

Prior to joining CNC Foundations, Alec worked for a national design-build geotechnical contractor for over five years in various capacities including Field Engineer, Project Engineer, and Project Manager. Project technologies included micropiles, underpinning, earth shoring, rigid inclusions, earthquake drains, aggregate piers, compaction grouting, jet grouting, wet soil mixing, dry soil mixing, driven piling, and slurry walls.

Alec was born and raised in Southern Illinois. Outside of work, you can find him spending time with his wife, Chelsea, daughter Peyton, and sons Brody and Archie. In his spare time, Alec enjoys spending time outdoors deer hunting, camping, hiking, and fishing.

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Mike has served as CNC Foundations’ Chief Engineer for over 10 years, overseeing and managing the engineering department. His duties include overseeing the preparation of design concepts for design-build projects as well as preparation, review, and approval of engineering design submittals.

Prior to joining CNC Foundations, Mike worked for a national engineering firm in various capacities including Branch Manager and Regional Engineer Mike’s duties included overseeing foundation engineering services, slope stability analysis, seismic studies, settlement monitoring, mass fill recommendation and observation, testing and inspection of concrete, soils, reinforcing steel, post-tensioning, foundations, and soil stabilization

Tom Layne came to CNC Foundations in June 2020 from a career in professional baseball. In 13 years, Tom covered both coasts and everywhere in between, playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks, San Diego Padres, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, LA Dodgers, and finally, the St. Louis Cardinals. Although CNC Foundations is his first role in civil construction, his years as a professional athlete bring many traits for success. His ability to persevere in competitive environments, adapt to different people and cultures, and his self-motivation to succeed are all valuable assets for his role at CNC Foundations.

Tom may not have specific professional experience within the industry, but he’s been surrounded by it his entire life. His experience with the construction industry comes from the work of his dad, brothers, and uncles. You can tell it’s in his blood as he maneuvers job sites and conversations of the business with fluidity.

Tom is an avid outdoorsman who spends most of the fall and winter in a deer stand or a duck blind with his silver labrador, Charlie. His wife and two daughters are glad to have him “home” and keep him busy with neighborhood bike rides, barbecues on the back porch, and honey-do projects.

Ryan started his career at CNC Foundations in 2014 in the role of an Estimator/Project Manager. During this time, Ryan would estimate a project and then perform the duties of Project Manager on that job when CNC Foundations won the project.

Ryan was then responsible for managing both the estimating department and project management department when the original department was divided into two. With the continued growth of the company, Ryan took on the role of Director of the Project Managers and oversees all the project management of every project that CNC Foundations builds. He also negotiates contracts for CNC Foundations as well.

Doug came to CNC Foundations with over 10 years of sales and marketing experience. Doug’s focus on creating a great customer experience made it an easy transition into the ground improvement industry.

With the experience of leading large sales teams and traveling throughout his region his whole professional career, Doug has made everlasting work relationships that bleed across all industries. Doug loves the challenge of working through industry problems with his clients while making the customer experience memorable.

Doug loves to spend his spare time playing golf with his friends and family. Doug is a father to a young girl who has him wrapped around her finger. He loves to spend vacation time traveling to somewhere new with his family.

Shawn came to CNC Foundations in 2020 after over 20 years in various sales and leadership roles across multiple industries. Shawn has spent over 10 years in both the transportation industry as well as technology. During these times he has led teams as small as 5 people or as large as 75.

In Shawn’s spare time he loves to coach football, baseball, or basketball for his sons Will and Sam. Shawn has been married for over 24 years to his wife Christy and they enjoy traveling as a family.

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