About
About Skyler Design Build LLC
Construction, Project management, Design & Build, Development, Maintenance
The unparalleled strength of our diverse staff and firm commitment to solving our clients’ toughest challenges has made Skyler a trusted advisor. Skyler uses our experience and expertise to help our clients with:
Skyler employs individuals who have the required knowledge to handle various construction-related issues.
DUSTIN CROCKETT
PresidentMr. Crockett has over 19 years of proven construction, engineering, development, asset transactions, risk, and advisory management experience.
Mr. Crockett’s has a diverse construction background beginning in 1994 in residential roofing and progressing to mega projects, including Duke Edwardsport IGCC.
Mr. Crockett has worked on project across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
DAYNE CROCKETT
National Healthcare / Rocky Mountain & West Coast Operations ManagerMr. Crockett has over 15 years of proven construction management experience, heavily on major medical ground-up and renovation projects.
Mr. Crockett’s has a diverse construction background, in 1995 with in residential roofing progressing to $250M 250 bed ground-up state-of-the-art, 8 story, >425,000-sf, 250-bed facility situated on a 64-acre campus completed in <15 months.
Mr. Crockett has worked all across the U.S.
BRIAN FILSON
Central & Southeast Operations ManagerIn October 2014, Mr. Filson was a Founding Partner of Skyler Design Build (Skyler) in Houston, TX. His mission is to escape the standard custom production built home, and to provide Skyler’s clients with what so many other buyers hope they purchased at closing: a true custom home.
In doing so, Skyler has implemented best building practices to ensure quality, lead in energy requirements/code, and reduce unforeseen future expense, while achieving our clients’ overall budgetary and dream home need and goals.
GARY SCHILING
Project Origination & Execution ManagerMr. Schilling has over 40 years of proven construction, engineering, and development experience.
Mr. Schilling has a vast understanding of regulatory compliance, historical renovation, mission critical hospital work, JOC work, AIA contracts, FEMA line item estimating, ESPC contract line item estimates, industrial refining and utility construction, and been key in serval 8A and HUB Zone startups.
HOWARD KATZEFF
Office Manager & ControllerA graduate from the University of Texas @ Austin, Mr. Katzeff has 8 years of financial services experience with mutual funds and the back office of a brokerage house.
He joined Skyler Design Build at the end of 2021 as the Controller and Office Administrator. He is responsible for the daily operations in the office, keeping everyone’s certifications and licenses up to date, as well as helping the owners and workers in the field with anything they need to achieve their goals.
CHRIS GRAY
SuperintendentMr. Gray has over 15 years in construction, landscape design, maintenance and grounds management. He is highly effective at solving day-to-day problems with a proactive mindset, quality oriented.
Mr. Gray is a decisive leader ready to tackle any project, large or small. He has overseen large scale design build landscape and sprinkler systems installations, maintenance of master planned communities up to 40 acres and various other complex projects. At the end of 2018.
ALAN RATHBUN
SuperintendentMr. Rathbun started a home remodeling and repair business. He has 24 years of experience in all phases of residential remodeling, customer relations and project management.
He has also been involved in other Skyler projects such as Lamar Community College, Lamar Colorado, Skyridge Medical Center, Lone Tree, Colorado, Physicians Medical Center, Houma, Louisiana, Pungo Retreat, Belhaven, NC and Cummins Rocky Mount Engine Plant, Whitakers, NC.
SARAH JIMENEZ
Project AccountantMs. Jimenez has a BS in Accounting and a certificate in medical billing and coding. She also holds an associate degree in healthcare management.
A billing specialist turned bookkeeper who started at Skyler in the summer of 2021, she handles all aspects of the bookkeeping duties as well as assisting with administrative duties in the office. Ms. Jimenez brings over 10 years of experience in the bookkeeping profession.
CHRIS WILCOX
Project Controls & EstimatingMr. Wilcox has over 8 years of construction experience, used to handling multiple Highrise structural projects, he is highly effective at multitasking, proactive problem solving, and quality control.
Mr. Wilcox has a diverse construction background, beginning in 2014 with designing small Post-Tensioned Garages progressing to coordinating $270M, 80 bed ground-up state-of-the-art, 7 story, >325,000-sf, hospital facility. Mr. Wilcox has worked all across the U.S. from Puerto Rico to Hawaii.
NORMA RATHBUN
Field EngineerMrs. Rathbun joined Skyler Design Build in 2020. She accompanied her husband, during his 24 year long business in home remodeling and repair.
She made sure, and still does, that the jobsite is kept clean and safe. Safety is her number one priority. She has worked at several Skyler projects including the Washington Regional Medical Center remodel and refresh, Plymouth, NC, Lamar Community College, Lamar, Colorado, Skyridge Medical Center, Lone Tree, Colorado, Physicians Medical Center, Houma, Louisiana, Pungo Retreat, Belhaven, NC and Cummins Rocky Mount Engine Plant, Whitakers, NC.
OMID HAGHIGHI
Field EngineerMr. Haghighi studied architecture in Iran and has 4 years of experience in residential buildings.
Mr. Haghighi was an on-site architect overseeing quality of the construction process.
He moved to the US in 2020 to pursue his master's degree in construction management in Texas A&M University. In March 2022, he joined Skyler Design Build, LLC (“Skyler”) as Field Engineer.
MICHELLE AUSTIN
Business Development Account ManagerMs. Austin is a seasoned professional with a robust background in product specialization and event management across various national markets.
She excels in relationship and project management, lead generation, and promotional planning.
Her strategic marketing efforts have been pivotal in opening new business development avenues and accelerating Skyler's pursuit of nationwide expansion. Based in Nashville, Michelle is available for contact regarding any area of her expertise.
AGRIM DHITAL
Field EngineerAt Skyler Design Build, Mr. Dhital serves as an Estimator, where he analyzes project specifications, calculates material quantities, estimates costs, and communicates with subcontractors to obtain quotes.
He meticulously evaluates figures to ensure accurate cost assessments and effective budgeting. Additionally, he prepares detailed project proposals and bids.
Mr. Dhital has also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Texas A&M University, supervising students and teaching construction surveying applications.
BRIAN FAULKNER
Project ManagerIn early 2024, he joined Skyler Design Build, LLC, where he focuses on managing medical projects. Known for his attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and mentoring abilities, Mr. Faulkner holds certifications including OSHA 30-hour, LEED AP, and ASHE HCC and IC, underscoring his commitment to excellence in the construction industry.
AAYUSH VERMA
Project AdministratorHe also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Medi-Caps Institute of Science and Technology in India. Aayush has hands-on experience as an Engineer in Sales & Tendering Marketing & Business Development at KEC International Limited, where he improved work efficiency and supervised construction projects. His internship at the Public Works Department honed his skills in quality control and site management.
He is proficient in various technical tools, including AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Procore, and has received accolades such as the Excellence Fellowship from Texas A&M University. Aayush's academic projects reflect his analytical skills and innovative approach to construction engineering challenges.