OUR TEAM

Elliot Jones

Executive Director

Elliot Jones, an industry veteran with over 45 years of experience, serves as the Executive Director of Ironcore Construction, overseeing operations. Mr. Jones has not only worked at some of the largest Construction Managers in the county, such as Bovis Lend Lease and HRH Construction, but he has also had the opportunity to collaborate with internationally renowned architects and institutions.

Some of these include Phillip Johnson, I.M. Pei, Richard Rodgers, Enrique Norton, Annabel Seldorf, and Morris Adjmi. Additionally, he played a significant role in re-building the World Trade Center in NYC after the bombing in 1993 and in constructing buildings for NY Presbyterian, Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospitals, and NY University Medical Center.

Audie Aker

General Superintendent

With an impressive 45-year career in Construction Management, Audie Aker leads Ironcore Construction as the General Superintendent. His expertise spans multifamily housing, schools, hotels, and retail construction. He consistently ensures on-time, on-budget, and high-quality project completions. Audie's oversight includes construction demolition, scheduling, site safety, bidding, and budgeting. Noteworthy projects encompass large-scale housing developments, hospitals, and affordable multifamily units.

Randy Reese

Superintendent

As a Senior Field Superintendent, Randy Reese boasts over 45 years of experience in the construction industry. He holds a California State B-1 Contractors License and certifications in Microsoft Office, Sure Track, and Procore. His knowledge and experience make his input valuable in pre-construction budgeting, managing on-site quality, negotiating contracts and change orders, and maintaining schedules. Before joining Ironcore, Randy held positions as Director of Purchasing, Operations Manager, Project Manager, and Superintendent at major Northern California companies.

Leon Balistreri

Superintendent

Leon Balistreri is a superintendent at Ironcore Construction. Upon joining the team, he is backed with over 35 years of experience in the industry His experience makes him equipped to oversee the onsite coordination of safety programs, site work and scheduling efforts for Ironcore. His experience includes Single Family homes, Multi Family buildings, and running his own company within the industry. Leon has worked with many companies including Greystar, Western National Group, and Segue Construction. Leon specializes in supervising all subcontractors, overall job communications, SWPP implementation and supervisions as well as maintaining overall job quality. Prior to Ironcore Construction, Mr. Balistreri has completed multi-family jobs with budgets as extensive as $450 million.

Aric Ross

Superintendent

Aric Ross, a seasoned Superintendent, brings nearly 15 years of industry experience to his role. Armed with a BS in Construction Management, Aric adeptly oversees site safety, schedules, and subcontractor quality, collaborating with all team members to maintain project timelines and standards. His journey began in Portland, OR, working on vintage home preservation and eventually progressing to projects like North View Pointe, a $34 million, 67-unit slab-on-grade construction, and Salvatore Apartments, a $28 million, two-story stick-frame project. Aric holds A.S. and B.S. degrees from Vermont Technical College.

John Baxter

Preconstruction Director

John Baxter, the Preconstruction Director, brings over a decade of experience to Ironcore. His role involves coordinating estimating efforts and maintaining project budgets through close collaboration with architects and engineers. With a background spanning private, public, and federal sectors, John's experience includes project coordination and strategic planning. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration and an A.S. in Business Administration.

Josh Lee

Project Manager

With over 20 years of experience, Josh Lee is a Project Manager who has played a crucial role in various mixed-use, multifamily, and commercial projects. His leadership extends to large-scale new builds, tenant improvements, and design-build projects. Josh holds credentials from Grossmont College and San Diego State University.

Khalid Malik

Senior Project Manager

With a remarkable 40+ years in the construction industry, Khalid Malik brings vast experience to Ironcore. His oversight spans Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the USA. Khalid's expertise includes roles as a CM Agent and CM at Risk, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and on time. Notable projects include housing developments, hospitals, and libraries. Khalid's academic journey began with a BS in Civil Engineering.

Dani Tiffany-Schaefer

Senior Project Manager

Dani Tiffany-Schaefer joined the Ironcore team with more than 27 years in the Construction Industry. She began her career in Arizona, building ground-up commercial spaces, hotels, and multifamily buildings before relocating back to Southern California in the San Diego area. She found a passion for the multifamily sector and has been involved in several upscale projects such as SOHO Live/Work/Play in Scottsdale, AZ, Rosedale Residence in Phoenix, AZ, and Urban Edge in San Diego, CA. Before joining Ironcore, Mrs. Schaefer was the lead Project Manager for a $112 million - 480-unit community in Chula Vista. This 15-acre site included (4) four-story buildings and (4) three-story buildings, all wood-framed and slab-on-grade. She led all onsite Project Management operational activities.

Saralyz Aguilar Ramirez

Assistant Project Manager

Saralyz Aguilar Ramirez, an Assistant Project Manager, combines a decade of industry experience with a strong educational foundation. With a B.S. in Civil Engineering and specialized diplomas, she has proven her prowess in managing medium to large-scale projects. Her portfolio includes impressive single-family homes and condominiums, highlighting her comprehensive project management skills.

Karen Hamilton

Estimator

Karen Hamilton, an Estimator, leverages over a decade of construction industry experience. Her background in civil engineering, design facilitation, and estimating adds depth to her role. She accurately scopes project work, aiding in cost projections and budgeting. Karen holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering and a certification in The Science and Art of Negotiation.