The success of every building project depends on the skill and expertise of its senior managers. The team at Racanelli Construction South excels in the essentials; we know how to plan, we know how to manage and we know how to build. Our team has developed a comprehensive, practical understanding of area regulations and requirements, supplier markets, and local subcontractors. Together, our team continues the company’s excellent standing and working relationships with local officials, municipalities, businesses, and civic groups.
Edward Dreyer
President
Mr. Dreyer is the senior executive of Racanelli Construction South and oversees all aspects of the business including profitability, business development, and implementation of company growth strategies to position Racanelli to excel in North Carolina. He is a licensed North Carolina and South Carolina General Contractor.
Mr. Dreyer holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Utica College of Syracuse University.
Scott Drebitko
Vice President
Mr. Drebitko is responsible for the overall management and coordination of construction projects including scheduling, procurement, quality control, cost control, schedule compliance, safety, and exceeding client expectations. He holds a General Contractor License in North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida.
Mr. Drebitko holds an Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering from Hudson Valley Community College.
James Gallimore
Vice President, Business Development
Mr. Gallimore has 30 years of experience in the construction industry, including fieldwork as a Project Superintendent for several years and then progressing through the ranks as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, General Manager, and Vice President of Operations overseeing Regional construction offices. His professional experience includes a wide array of projects from heavy civil construction, design-build, healthcare, institutional, industrial, distribution, nuclear facilities, retail, and commercial office buildings.
Mr. Gallimore has a Master Project Manager Certification, a CSB Executive Certification in Business Administration from UNC-Wilmington’s Cameron School of Business, and is an “Unlimited Building” qualifier for the NC, SC, and VA Licensing Boards for General Contractors. He also holds an EPA Storm Water Certification, is OSHA 30-Hour Certified, and served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1988 to 1991 where he was a MOS 2143 Mechanical & Electrical Specialist with the Armored Division.
Nick Racanelli
Vice President, Racanelli Construction South, Inc. – NC
President, Racanelli Construction Co, Inc. – NY
Mr. Racanelli is Vice President of Racanelli Construction South, Inc., and President of one of the New York Metropolitan region’s leading construction management, general contracting, and design/build firms. He is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the business, in addition to overseeing its day-to-day operations including finances, project management, project estimating, client relations, labor management and interface with the company’s professional advisors.
Mr. Racanelli is a 30-year veteran of the commercial/industrial real estate industry and is well respected by his industry peers and the general business community. He began his career as a laborer, rising through the ranks to field supervisor, project manager, estimator and, ultimately, to the executive level.
Peter Muzzillo
Project Manager
Mr. Muzzillo is the Project Manager for Racanelli Construction South, Inc. He is responsible for fulfilling the duties and responsibilities related to all aspects of construction to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Mr. Muzzillo is proficient in communication dealing with Architects, Engineers, Subcontractors, and clients to meet the specific needs of each project. Since joining Racanelli Construction in January of 2017 as a Project Engineer, he has worked his way up to a Project Manager role managing eleven projects over the past two years. He has over ten years of experience combined within the residential and commercial sectors of construction.
Mr. Muzzillo has a Construction Management Technologies Certification, Construction Safety Management Certification, and is OSHA-30 Certified.
Superintendents
With almost 200 years of combined construction experience, our superintendents bring their positive attitude, integrity, and teamwork experience approach to work with them every day. Each superintendent provides full-time on-site; coordination, scheduling, and expediting of all trades, quality assurance, safety compliance, liaison with local municipalities, problem-solving, and developing/maintaining relationships.
Michael Woodall
Senior Superintendent
Mr. Woodall is an experienced Senior Superintendent and Field Ops Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. He is also the Safety Director / OSHA ACT skilled in Safety Training and Construction Safety, Project Management, and Team Leadership, along with recent Real Estate Procurement experience. He is a strong operation professional and has taken classes focused on General Business Administration and Management from Johnston Community College. He holds ProCore and OSHA 30 Certifications.
Scott Wood
Superintendent
Mr. Wood has more than 36 years of working for general contractors in commercial construction, with over 26 years as a Superintendent. He has overseen many different types of projects; including retail, business, architecture, industrial, assisted living, education, grocery, financial, and public safety, to name a few. His day-to-day responsibilities include job safety, coordination, short-term scheduling, quality control, inspections, and conflict resolution. OSHA 30 certification.
Patrick Garrett
Superintendent
Mr. Garrett’s career as an on-site, commercial construction superintendent began in 1994. He has completed projects throughout the eastern United States ranging from strip-mall fit-ups to large grocery stores such as Walmart and Food Lion. His experience also includes many AMC and Regal Theaters as well as retail and specialty projects such as Bank of America and Governors Club. He takes pride in the fact that his job sites are safe, clean and organized. Mr. Garrett is certified in Procore, OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR.
Luis Nassar
Superintendent
With 22 years of experience in commercial construction, Mr. Nassar started working for Racanelli as a Superintendent in February 2021. He holds an Applied Science Degree in Construction Management Technology from Wake Tech. In 2022, The Health Hazards Control Unit (HHCU) determined that Luis had fulfilled the requirements for his Asbestos Supervisor License. OSHA 30 certification.
Frank Zwolinski
Superintendent
A quick thinker with great problem-solving skills, Mr. Zwolinski has 25 years in the construction industry. He coordinates day-to-day activities on-site, monitoring projects from planning to completion, including tasks such as budgeting and scheduling. Most importantly, he is the liaison between the client and upper management. He prides himself in following quality standards, ensuring the safety and security of the construction site. OSHA 30 certification.
Chad Linder
Superintendent
Mr. Linder’s experience began with residential construction at the age of 23. After a few years, he became a commercial and industrial foreman with multiple Wake Med and Wake County projects. In 2015, he became a Superintendent and has been with Racanelli since 2021 managing multiple projects in the Wilmington area. He takes charge and takes pride in his projects, managing all aspects of the construction site. He is knowledgeable in all aspects of construction including construction methods and materials, safety, and QA/QC. OSHA 30 Certification.
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Paula Gentry
Office Manager
Ms. Gentry has been with Racanelli Construction South since 2010 and is currently the Office Manager. She works closely with the New York office on Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable, assists the Estimator(s) with projects being bid, and works with the President and Vice President of Business Development on marketing and website management. General office duties include new hires’ paperwork, licensing, event coordination, superintendent accommodations, and any office services needed. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management/Marketing from Meredith College in Raleigh.