Since founding Reliance Build, Inc. in 1993, Steven and Cynthia Stoaks have built the company from a small tenant improvement contractor into a full service construction company. RBI provides project management, commercial site development, construction and tenant improvements to companies ranging in size from small firms to major corporations, primarily representing the banking, healthcare, restaurant, retail, and industrial fields. RBI customers receive the expertise and resources of a large organization while enjoying the personal attention you only get from a smaller firm.

 

Meet The Team

 

Steven Stoaks

President

Steven, a licensed general contractor with over 25 years of experience in construction is the President and co-founder of Reliance Build, Inc. He has a successful track record coordinating and directing projects from initial inception through completion by applying his proven knowledge of all facets of commercial, industrial and residential building. RBI’s success can be attributed to Steven’s co-leadership and management. The entire company follows his example of integrity, honesty and delivering the best possible quality product to the client. Steven’s attention to detail is applied to planning and implementation of all projects. Combined with his highly exhibited skills in all areas of finance, bidding, estimating and contract negotiations, he has built a reputation for satisfying his clients’ expectations.

 

Cyndi Stoaks
Executive Vice President

Executive Vice-President and co-founder of Reliance Build, Inc. Cyndi joined the construction field in 1989 as an office manager / bookkeeper and construction administrator. Cyndi’s role has changed over the years, including a period when she performed the duties of chief financial officer. She no longer takes an active role in the dayto- day activities of the company, but continues to be very involved in overseeing RBI’s overall direction, ensuring that the original guiding principles of reliability, service, quality, and integrity are maintained. Cyndi successfully built the staff and managed development of the innovative business processes that led to RBI’s success. Consistent with the corporate philosophy she and Steven laid out, delivering a satisfying experience for each customer was always her focus. If a client experiences any type of problem with Reliance Build, Inc., they can be assured that, through the processes Cyndi put in place, their problem will be resolved in the most efficient manner possible.

 

Lynette Gellner
Vice President / Accounting Manager

Lynette joined RBI in 2000 while attending Mesa Community College where she was studying Accounting. She spent two years as an Assistant Bookkeeper, learning the accounting and financial side of the business from the ground up. During that time, Lynette focused on improving RBI business processes to insure accurate record keeping, enabling timely payments to subcontractors and problem-free benefits to employees. Promoted to her current position of Vice President / Accounting Manager in 2003, Lynette is instrumental to RBI’s success. Responsible for payroll and employee benefits, Lynette’s efforts are key to employee satisfaction and stability. Her diligent oversight of accounts payable helps maintain the strong relationships between RBI and its business partners.

 

Gregory Stoaks
Accounting / Project Assistant

After graduating with a business degree at Point Loma Nazarene University, Gregory joined the RBI team in 2004. He spent 3 years on the field as a project superintendent learning the construction side of the business from the ground up. As a superintendent, Gregory’s ability to promote cooperation from subcontractors to meet tight schedules proved him to be a valuable team player. Currently, in his new role as accounting/project assistant, Gregory focuses on managing all accounts payable and improving RBI processes in job cost management. His focus on organization and accurate completion of tasks are key contributors to RBI’s ability to meet our clients’ expectations.

 

Annie Williams
Office Administrator

Annie approaches her office managerial responsibilities at RBI with dedication and enthusiasm. Focused, friendly, and patient, she enjoys problem solving and supporting her coworkers. Contributing to customer satisfaction is always her ultimate goal. Annie’s organizational and record keeping skills play a key role in the smooth operation of the RBI office. She is responsible for plan documents and transmitting our digital formats to subcontractors. She is also responsible for the completion of all digital close-outs & warranty CD’s.

 

Eric Benson
Project Manager

A degree in Building Construction & Construction Management, combined with over 20 years of progressive experience in the construction industry enable Eric to excel as an RBI Project Manager. He has a proven history of being able to manage all facets of the construction process, from start to finish. While having varied construction experience, Eric has particular expertise in large tenant improvement and renovation projects. Customers are especially pleased with his ability to deliver projects on-time and under budget.

 

Jeff Shapiro
Project Manager

Jeff’s construction experience began in 1972 while attending Northern Arizona University. Upon earning his degree, Jeff dedicated himself to the construction industry, first teaching Industrial Arts and then running his own successful custom home construction company for 22 years. Recently, Jeff has continued with additional education endeavors to increase an already impressive skill set. Jeff’s strong technical knowledge of construction, combined with his proven ability to manage, made him the perfect candidate when RBI was searching for a new Project Manager in early 2000. Since that time Jeff has exhibited an attitude consistent with RBI business philosophies, and he continues to be a very valuable asset to the organization. Jeff’s important contributions on key RBI projects include the Wells Fargo Branch at 44^th & Thomas, numerous Scottsdale Healthcare facility improvements, and many other projects spanning from ground-up to tenant improvements.

 

Max Sperry,
General Superintendent
Upon earning a degree in Construction Management from the University of Nebraska, Max joined Sundt Corp., as a project manager where he gained experience in all phases of
construction and project management. He participated in the completion of more than $60 million in various Class “A” mixed-use commercial office and medical facilities, including preparation of facilities for the future Barrow Institute Wing at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Max brought a polished “hands on” approach to the RBI team in 2003. His skilled scheduling of materials and labor as well as monitoring of field personnel and
subcontractors performance have been responsible for the successful completion of a number of banking and medical facilities projects at RBI.

 

Peter Belletti,
Superintendent

Peter began his career in construction as an iron worker, apprenticing in Boston, MA and building his knowledge through experience and continuing education. His portfolio includes
major projects such as Hartford Hospital and the Wharf Marriott and Fleet Office Buildings in downtown Boston.
Peter was recruited for his proven ability to meet or beat completion schedules and budgets, and his reputation for building and maintaining excellent client relationships. Peter is a perfect fit at RBI where client satisfaction is our foremost concern.

 

Kevin Brabec,
Superintendent
Kevin decided that construction would be his vocation during high school and went on to earn a degree from the University of Nebraska in Business Management with a construction
emphasis. He began to practice trim carpentry and cabinet building, spending four years in his own general contracting business where he learned the importance of good organization in project management. The attention to detail learned by Kevin became evident as part of the RBI team
working on the initial Bank of America project. By successfully managing all aspects of this job, Kevin and the team secured
additional business from Bank of America, becoming the preferred General Contractor for the ground-up construction of new branches in the Phoenix area.

 

Curt Burnley,
Superintendent

Curt developed his love of the construction industry over 20 years ago while working with, and learning the business from his father. In the past two decades he has continued to expand his knowledge of all aspects of construction, as well as developing skills in project and business management.
Associated with RBI since 2000, Curt has successfully managed a number of medical, dental, and banking projects throughout the valley, applying his ability to coordinate the
interests of clients and subcontractors. His pride in delivering a quality product, combined with personal ownership of the RBI
goal of meeting customer expectations makes Curt a valuable member of our best-in-the industry site management team.

 

Miguel A. Cota Jr.,
Superintendent

Miguel’s extensive knowledge base and take initiative attitude are the foundation for his success as an RBI Superintendent. A TI specialist, he takes a hands-on approach on projects, doing drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, tile, acoustical ceilings, finish carpentry, door installs, concrete, and stucco.Miguel’s wide array of skills and experience allow him to effectively oversee multiple projects simultaneously. While doing so, he
never loses sight of schedule and budgetary requirements, as well as quality craftsmanship.

 

Bryan Goodman,
Superintendent

Over the past decade Bryan has been involved in a wide range of project types within the construction industry. His experiences range from remodeling, to site preparation through
ground up construction of commercial, residential and public buildings. Bryan was recruited by RBI for his proven
ability to supervise and manage a variety of projects along with his operational and emergency response training in the handling of hazardous waste and materials. Bryan’s skills and business acumen will assure that he will be a valuable addition to the RBI team as we undertake increasingly complex projects.

 

Shawn Stoltz,
Superintendent
Shawn’s broad knowledge of and hands on experience in many construction trades are valuable to his specialty of tenant
improvement projects. With education in architecture from Georgetown College and a number of years spent in finishing work, Shawn has a proven ability to manage even
the most exacting details associated with tenant improvement.
Shawn joined RBI in 2002 after spending a few years managing his own remodeling business and gaining the management skills he has exhibited on projects such as
Thompson Peak Medical Facilities, Desert Cove Medical Facilities, Camelback Executive Suites and AM Trust Bank
Building. Shawn has maintained the RBI hallmark of listening to the client and applying fair business practices to meet their
expectations.

 

Dale Jensen,
Superintendent

Dale came to RBI with extensive experience in TI and specialized training in carpentry. However, Dale’s solid qualifications as a superintendent were only part of the reason
RBI was pleased to welcome him to the team. In keeping with the RBI philosophy, Dale’s believes in creating “win-win” outcomes for all those involved in each project. He strives
to simplify processes, knows how to listen and has excellent problem resolution skills. The result is a quality, cost-effective product, which satisfies both the client and the subcontractors.
With over 30 years construction experience, Dale is familiar with many types of projects. He has worked as a field superintendent on retail, bank, school, and medical facilities
during the last eight years.