SANDS COMPANIES - Key Persons
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Sands Companies is a team of
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than the best for our clients.
Job Titles:
- President of Construction FIND OUT MORE about HAL
- Vice President of Construction
As Vice President of Construction, Hal is responsible for planning and overseeing the construction and development of single-family and multifamily projects for Sands Building Group. Prior to Sands Building Group, Hal spent 19 years with Dargan Construction as a superintendent and project manager working on large commercial projects. Hals works closely with the Director of Asset Management and Sales Manager in coordinating the delivery of the projects.
Hal is a native of South Carolina; he earned his Construction Science Management degree from Clemson University. Hal enjoys training for Triathlons and being on the field coaching his son's baseball team in his free time.
Jeff is responsible for overseeing the performance of required final inspection services, working with customers and property management on warranty issues and concerns on all Single-Family and Multifamily projects. He directs staff to ensure all work is scheduled and completed in a timely and professional manner. Jeff joined Sands Building Group in 2019; prior to joining the team, Jeff spent 25 years building Log Homes in the mountains of North Carolina.
Job Titles:
- Director of Asset Management & Capital Markets FIND OUT MORE about LEVI
Job Titles:
- Human Resources Manager
- Building Group in 2021 As the Office Manager
Melanie joined Sands Building Group in 2021 as the Office Manager. She brings with her 15 plus years of management experience along with knowledge and experience in all aspects of the human resources department. After moving from Michigan, she knew she wanted to continue to work in the construction industry and found Sands to be the caliber of company she was eager to join. Melanie manages the day-to-day office operations and is responsible for the implementation and development of the human resource standards for the company.
Melanie is thrilled to be living on the beach in the golf capital of the world. She enjoys her beach time with a delightful read and loves spending time with her granddaughter.
Originally from Knoxville, TN Mike moved to Myrtle Beach in 1986. Mike is a MBHS and University of SC at Coastal Carolina graduate and is a licensed CMA. He has over 27 years of accounting experience to include working for Canal Industries and as the Financial Controller for New South Lumber Company (now Canfor), Wyndham Vacation Resorts, and most recently at Capital Vacations. Mike has spent the past 15 years as the Controller for two large property management companies. In 2022, Mike joined Sands Companies as the Financial Controller and will oversee all the day to day accounting functions of Sands Companies, Sands Building Group, and the respective development and construction projects.
During Mike's free time he likes to spend time together with his wife, son, and dog to include traveling, spending time at the beach and at Lake Marion. Mike is an avid outdoorsman and loves fishing, hunting, scuba diving, and enjoys watching college sports.
Job Titles:
- Purchasing Manager
- Building Group in 2015 As Purchasing Manager
Nathan joined Sands Building Group in 2015 as Purchasing Manager, where he is responsible for the execution of the budgeting and purchasing of all materials for all multifamily and single-family projects. His philosophy at work is to always look ahead to the future to prevent challenges before they arise. Nathan is a South Carolina native and earned his Engineering and Computer degree from the University of South Carolina.
Outside of work, you can find Nathan on the golf course, listening to live music and spending time with his family.
Shaun brings 17 years of financial and banking knowledge Sands Building Group. In 2018 Shaun joined as Assistant Controller. He is responsible for overseeing day to day accounting functions of Sands Building Group. Executing a variety of financial procedures, including month-end and year-end closing, tax returns and general ledger reviews.
Shaun is native to South Carolina. In his free time you will find him spending time with his wife and their furry animals.