As complexity increases, markets shift, and workforce dynamics evolve, the quality of early decisions matters more than ever. At BIG Construction, we believe risk mitigation starts in strategy, not in the field. That belief led us to establish an Advisory Board designed to strengthen how we think, plan, and lead.

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Why We Created the Advisory Board

The construction industry is at a turning point. With nearly 25% of the workforce projected to retire in the coming years, firms face a potential knowledge gap that could impact continuity, cost control, and performance. Rather than relying solely on traditional knowledge transfer models, BIG chose a more intentional path.

We formed our Advisory Board to ensure long-term success and strategic foresight in an industry experiencing:

· Rapid market shifts

· Workforce evolution

· Increasing project complexity

· Expanding technology adoption

· Emerging operational knowledge gaps

Our goal was not simply to advise on growth, but to embed outside accountability into our leadership structure. By inviting experienced industry leaders into major strategic conversations, we ensure our assumptions are challenged early and our decisions are strengthened before they affect our clients’ projects.

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Meet the Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board is composed of seasoned leaders across engineering, finance, and real estate services. Their experience spans billion-dollar enterprises and high-growth firms alike.

Raj Gupta, Former CEO, Environmental Systems Design (ESD)

A visionary leader who scaled ESD to $50M+ in revenue and 270 employees, a rare achievement in MEP engineering. With deep expertise in sustainability and innovation, Raj brings a forward-thinking approach to BIG’s strategic growth.

Brent Duelm, Former CFO, Leopardo & Current CFO, Matrix Home Solutions

A financial strategist who served as CFO at Leopardo, a $500M+ national construction management enterprise. His extensive experience in financial structuring for high-growth construction firms strengthens BIG’s financial strategy.

Todd Burns, Former President, JLL Project & Development Services (PDS)

A dynamic leader who managed 9,000 employees and $2B+ in annual revenue at JLL PDS. Todd’s expertise in scaling real estate services and leading high-performing teams will help guide BIG’s expansion and operational excellence.

Together, this group provides more than advisory input, they pressure-test initiatives, evaluate investment decisions, and challenge operational assumptions to ensure BIG plans with intention rather than reacts to change.

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What the Board Has Shaped Over the Past Year

Over the past year, the Advisory Board has helped refine BIG’s approach to:

· Long-term growth strategy

· Workforce development and succession planning

· Technology investment and adoption

· Financial structuring for scalability

· Operational systems that support expansion

Their involvement ensures that our internal growth aligns with disciplined execution and sustainable performance.

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Why This Matters

For clients and partners, this translates directly to project outcomes:

· Risk mitigation begins in strategy, not during construction

· Macro trends are translated into practical planning decisions

· Ongoing investment in our people results in better collaboration and clearer communication

· Organizational growth is supported by scalable delivery models

· Facilities are planned for longevity, resilience, and lifecycle performance

· A culture of long-term thinking translates into disciplined execution on your project

Inviting outside accountability ensures BIG builds solutions designed to perform over time, not simply to meet today’s requirements.

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Built for What’s Next

Scaling a company requires more than ambition; it requires structure, foresight, and informed decision-making. The Advisory Board strengthens how BIG plans, leads, and delivers so our clients benefit from clearer direction, proactive planning, and more durable outcomes long after project completion.

We are not waiting for industry change to dictate our future. We are designing for it.

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