John H. Perkins, President

After completing the Construction Management curriculum at Boise State University, John started his career in construction as a quality control representative for a general contractor performing numerous building projects for the US Army Corps of Engineers. This position afforded him exposure to nearly every component of construction, while under the stringent requirements of the Corps of Engineers. After becoming a seasoned project manager and completing many successful projects, John decided in 1988 to create Perkins Construction, Inc. The company started with small projects and continued up the ladder to larger projects. 

Christine Sunday, Project Manager

Christine started as a teenager in construction and has developed an extensive background.  Her experience ranges from accounting, job costing, estimating, and project management.  With her twenty plus years experience and organizational skills she has the expertise to successfully bid and manage a wide range of projects. Christine is presently the project manager on a $2.5 million project for the Military. She has been with Perkins Construction, Inc. since February of 2006.

John Herron, General Superintendent

John devoted eight years in the US Marine Corp and was meritoriously promoted three times. Prior to moving to Idaho, John founded and successfully ran his own full service landscape construction business in California.  John has worked for Perkins Construction, Inc. for over 15 years and is responsible for larger projects and the general oversight of all work in progress.  

Chuck Olson, Superintendent

Chuck has been with Perkins Construction, Inc. from the beginning having worked on our first project twenty years ago. He is a classic example of someone who has learned the construction business by “hands on” experience, starting when he was a young man working for his Father. He is experienced in equipment operation, concrete work, finish carpentry and everything in between including wood and steel framing, steel erection, commercial door and hardware installation and all finishes. His background is invaluable for supervising construction processes.

Tim Johnson (TJ), Superintendent

Thirty-five years in the commercial construction industry has afforded TJ with a wealth of experience and knowledge. He is very detail oriented and has strict command of his projects. Architects and Engineers respect his reputation for producing first-class results. TJ completed a project for the Idaho Department of Lands at which time the punch list inspection by the Architects, Engineers, and Owner’s Representative turned up zero items needing corrective action. 

James Cliff, Estimator/Project Manager

James administers a multi-year contract with Boise State University, and has completed many projects under this contract including numerous science laboratory renovations, parking lots, and utility replacements and extensions. As an estimator, James has successfully bid projects offered by various government entities, such as the Idaho Department of Public Works, and Military. 

Vaughn Milburn, Estimator/Project Manager

Vaughn entered the construction industry in 1979 and has stayed through out his career, with the exception of a four year stint in the US Army.  Early in his career he was a hands-on construction worker.  His experience includes concrete forming, installation, finishing including rebar placement, additionally he wood framed custom homes and assembled log homes.  In 1992 Vaughn entered into the management realm of the industry as a project superintendent and graduated upward until becoming a project manager.  Vaughn has been with Perkins Construction, Inc. since January of 2008 as a project cost estimator and project manager.  He is working towards a degree in Project Management.

Joe Perkins, Superintendent

Having worked for the company since he was 14 years old, Joe has developed into a very good supervisor for steel building projects and large landscape projects. As he acquires more experience, he will graduate to larger and more complex projects. 

Tamie Klemann, Project Assistant

Tamie has been involved with commercial construction for over 20 years, having worked for Zoning and Real Estate Attorneys, Architects, General Contractors, Developers, Engineers, and Subcontractors. Tamie has a broad knowledge and understanding of many aspects of our industry, including, extensive experience with contract administration and paperwork associated with large commercial projects from inception through completion.  Tamie understands the importance of good teamwork in providing our clients with first-rate customer service.