Al began his career at Wurster Construction in June 1986, having worked in all facets of the company. He became the 4th President in 1998 taking over from his father, Fred. Al is client-driven, focusing on clients who value a relationship versus a transaction. Al is actively involved in several nonprofit boards including The 500 Festival and Sigma Nu Fraternity.
Max joined the firm in 2019 after obtaining his Registered Architect License. He brings the fourth generation of Wurster to the family business. His primary responsibilities as Chief Operating Officer include overseeing daily operations of the company, our safety program, client relations, and carrying out the company’s vision. As a Certified Healthcare Constructor, he has a passion for the Healthcare field – patients, visitors, employees, and believes all those that enter the healthcare system deserve a thoughtful environment that is tailored to their very stressful circumstances. This philosophy extends past the healthcare market – it is the way Wurster conducts all of its business enacting our slogan “Built for Life”. Max and his wife have one little girl that keeps life entertaining. They enjoy spending time together with family and friends.
Jeremy brings 25 years of estimating experience to Wurster Construction which includes, working relationships with many Central Indiana trade contractors and suppliers. Jeremy effectively applies his expertise on construction means and methods, as well as cost histories and the budgeting and estimating phases while remaining close to the project until completion. He serves on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) as the Central Plains Governor and has been involved with the Central Indiana Chapter for over 20 years.
Sherry Dean is a valued new addition to the Wurster Construction team, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in financial management. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in 1999 and went on to earn her Master’s of Accountancy from the University of Phoenix in 2006. Sherry attained her CPA license in 2008, marking the beginning of a distinguished career in the construction industry. Since 2006, Sherry has held various pivotal roles, demonstrating her commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate the complexities of construction finance. In 2017, she stepped into the role of Chief Financial Officer, where she has continued to excel, ensuring financial stability, and fostering growth. Sherry is deeply committed to the core values of honesty, integrity, and quality, which align perfectly with Wurster Construction’s mission. Outside of her professional life, Sherry enjoys spending quality time with her family, cherishing those moments whenever possible.
Joe has over 19 years of experience in the construction industry with extensive retail, banking and large, complex healthcare projects. He began his career as a Project Engineer and Construction Administrator and evolved into one of Wurster’s most capable Project Managers. Joe fosters an environment of teamwork and ensures that strategy is clearly defined while overseeing performance and maintaining morale. Joe’s strong communication and client service skills enhance Wurster’s capability to deliver on our promise to our clients.
Ben possesses a strong knowledge of the details that keep a large construction project moving. His participation with a variety of projects in a wide range of sizes endows him with the unique perspective that only “hands on” experience can bring. Ben’s areas of expertise include all stages of construction administration and project documentation including project start-up, contracts, control documents, schedule, materials coordination, and archive records for closeout.
Joe offers our clients 25 years of experience in the construction industry and he has become very valuable in managing Wurster’s largest client. Joe has spent his entire 22-year tenure with Wurster in healthcare and works diligently with a significant number of renovation, re-use and capital within facilities. Joe’s demeanors works very well with the in-house Facilities Departments and operates effectively as an extension of their staff.
Will’s role at IU Health’s University and Riley Hospitals involves assisting the Facilities Departments, individual user groups, and the Design and Construction team to plan, develop, and complete projects in the occupied healthcare environment. Will has also worked with the Infection Prevention team and Safety Management Group to maintain compliance with IU Health policies and practices.
Jim has over 37 years of experience in the construction industry with a variety of projects including considerable time spent on large projects including K-12 schools, higher education, parking garages, religious facilities, senior living, and water treatment facilities. His expertise includes efficiently managing projects, scheduling, estimating, project accounting, and working with owners to complete quality construction projects with teamwork and open communication being the primary focus.
With over three decades of invaluable experience in the construction industry, Chris is a highly accomplished Project Manager known for his exceptional skills in both residential and commercial construction. His expertise lies in overseeing project schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completions. Chris excels in fostering seamless collaboration among all members of the construction team to consistently deliver projects that exceed expectations while adhering to strict timelines and financial parameters. His knowledge and proven track record make him an asset to the Wurster team. In his spare time, he enjoys woodworking, golf, bike riding, and watching the New York Yankees.
Chris offers 25 years of supporting a project management team and she is tasked with developing a thorough understanding of the many details that keep a large construction project moving. Her participation with understanding the project specifications, material submittals, scheduling, and logistics, prepares her with the unique perspective that “digging into the details” can bring.
Tracy, our Project Engineer, plays a vital role in the day-to-day coordination alongside our project management team. With her 24 years of experience across residential, commercial, and multifamily projects. Tracy ensures seamless operations and efficient communication to drive project success. Her responsibilities include construction administration and project documentation from inception to closeout. Beyond the office, Tracy finds joy in gardening and canning, accompanied by her two loyal pups, Tipsy and Hank.
Regina is a seasoned Project Engineer with a diverse and accomplished background. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and is bilingual, enhancing her ability to communicate effectively in various settings. Regina is also a proud Air Force veteran, bringing a wealth of discipline and leadership skills to her professional endeavors. With 17 years of experience in the Hospitality industry and 13 years in Construction, Regina has honed her expertise in project management support, team coordination, and strategic planning. Her unique blend of skills and experiences makes her a valuable asset in any project she undertakes.
Nora brings over 20 years of account management experience in general construction and subcontracting. She is a vital member of our accounting team. Her steadfast work ethic has expanded her role at Wurster from accounts payable and receivable to job costing and project accounting. Nora’s not all work, though; outside of Wurster, you might see her cruising around on her Harley on a beautiful day.
David brings over 25 years of construction experience. Over his tenure as a Wurster Superintendent, he has constructed a diverse resume of successful projects in the areas of education, worship, retail, industrial, food services, health care, commercial, petroleum, multifamily, senior living, recreational, and pre-engineered buildings.
Tony began his construction career over 39 years ago. He joined Wurster Construction over 15 years ago as a Project Superintendent overseeing the healthcare projects at IU Health. Tony has developed to become a “favorite” amongst our clients. He enhances each project to ensure that staff and subcontractors assigned to the site produce the quality craftsmanship that Wurster and our clients expect—while doing so in a safe and timely manner. Tony is keen on keeping subcontractors on task, with good coordination, so the next trade contractor can step in and complete their portion of the work immediately.
Tim grew up around his grandfather’s construction company. He believes that is what started him out with the knowledge and the drive to succeed in all phases of the construction business. Tim pays close attention to the quality of work performed and takes pride in the finished product.
Rick began his career as a laborer right out of high school in 1986. When he began working for Wurster as a carpenter in 1998, he was eager to learn more. After completing the Carpenter Apprenticeship program through ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors) of Indiana, he was promoted to Assistant Superintendent and has since been involved in many projects at Wurster, including renovation, demolition and new construction.
Michael Redd is a results-oriented Project Superintendent, with over 34 years of diverse, and proven, experience concerning all phases of construction management. Mike acts as one of our “site-based” Superintendent’s for IU Health, providing project supervision at Methodist, Riley and University Hospitals. His 17-year tenure has been exclusively in healthcare, which includes many renovations, maintenance, compliance, and new construction projects.
Joe joins us from Cincinnati, OH, and brings a wealth of experience in multi-unit residential construction to the team at Wurster Construction. His leadership guides the day-to-day operations of our latest senior living project, Legacy Living Green Township, where his attention to detail and commitment to excellence shine through. Joe is currently overseeing the Legacy Living Green Township project and will ensure another Built for Life project success.
Jason is an accomplished Superintendent with over 29 years of onsite construction experience. Jason joins our IU Health team to manage ongoing facility projects within IU Methodist Hospital and Riley Children’s Hospital. He specializes in working in occupied healthcare environments and upholds our safety management and quality standards. In his free time, he enjoys hunting and fishing. He also keeps busy with his four grandchildren.
Jon joins our team with over 40 years of construction experience. He is our newest Superintendent, overseeing projects such as Henry Community Health Knightstown and Middletown Renovation. Jon’s expertise brings a fresh perspective and a valuable skill set to the table. His background in BIM has set up Knightstown for a successful field installation and has been a key part of navigating complex coordination items in the preconstruction phase.
Troy brings over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. He is currently overseeing the construction of our latest senior living facility in Defiance, OH. He lives in Bowling Green, OH with his pets and wife of 15 years. After work, he enjoys fishing, kayaking, jet skiing, and camping.