Miles-McClellan Construction Names Craig Richards President of Ohio General Contracting Division
Company also announces leadership promotions across three specialty trades divisions
COLUMBUS, Ohio – February 5, 2026 – Miles-McClellan is proud to announce the promotion of several key team members, headlined by the appointment of Craig Richards as president of the company’s general contracting division in Ohio. These promotions reflect the firm’s ongoing commitment to cultivating talent and expanding service capabilities to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
“At Miles-McClellan, we believe that building excellence starts with building leaders,” said Matt McClellan, Miles-McClellan CEO. “By creating clear pathways for growth, we ensure our team is equipped to deliver the highest level of service and foster the long-term relationships that define our success.”
Craig, a 20-year veteran of the company, began his career at Miles-McClellan as a project engineer. As president, his leadership encompasses all project management and field operations, including superintendents, general carpentry, and trades crews. His oversight ensures seamless integration across every phase of a project—from the initial proposal and planning to final execution and closeout.
During his tenure, Craig has been a pivotal driver of the company’s expansion. After a successful stint in Charlotte leading the Honda Aircraft World Headquarters project, he returned to Columbus and was instrumental in growing the firm’s specialty trades divisions.
In addition to Craig’s appointment, Miles-McClellan announced these promotions within the General Contracting Division:
- Ben Wessel to assistant project manager
- Koeby Helton to superintendent
- Chance Ehrnsberger to assistant superintendent
The company’s specialty divisions also saw significant leadership advancement:
Concrete Division: Shanon Terry has been promoted to project executive. Shanon has been instrumental in growing the concrete division into one of the region’s premier choices for construction contractors. A 2025 graduate of the Builders Exchange of Central Ohio’s Executive Leadership program, Shanon’s promotion is joined by:
- Chad Larue to general superintendent
- Garrett Terry to project manager
- Reginal Ware to carpenter
Structural Restoration Division: Jason Orkis, who joined the firm in 2014, has been promoted to project executive. Since stepping up to lead the structural restoration division two years ago, Jason has overseen the division’s rapid success and expansion. Within this division, Brody Carpenter has also been promoted to foreman.
Wall Systems Division: David Heckman has been promoted to superintendent.
About Miles-McClellan
Since 1978, Miles-McClellan has been solving complex construction challenges by building excellence and exceeding client expectations. The employee-owned company serves a variety of clients across Central Ohio and Charlotte, North Carolina. Its specialized divisions include general contracting, masonry, concrete, wall systems, structural restoration, caulking, general carpentry and trades, and owner’s representation. For more information, visit www.mmbuildings.com.
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