We Are Owners
Everyone Has A Stake
Building something exceptional means starting with exceptional people. And exceptional people aren’t just a part of something great — they own it.
Every Harkins employee is an owner. As stakeholders in our own success, we combine the talent and expertise of our team with an unyielding commitment to delivering work of the highest caliber.
At Harkins, we build the best by supporting our people with the same dedication we bring to every project. We foster environments where every individual can thrive, both professionally and personally, creating opportunities for development.
100% Employee Owned
Our employee-ownership model not only drives exceptional performance, but it also ensures that every team member is invested in delivering the highest-quality project results for our clients.
Truly Invested
As employee-owners, our commitment runs deep. We are vested in every choice, every project, and every connection we build.
Equity In Action
Our ESOP promotes a more inclusive workplace by empowering employees with ownership stakes, directly linking their contributions to their equity.
Building Together
We empower our employee-owners to act with a partnership-first mindset, cultivating strong, reliable connections that build a foundation of consistency and trust.
Work With the Best
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The People Behind Our Success
I’m proud to be an employee-owner of a company that manages to maintain a strong team atmosphere as we grow. We know the importance and value in supporting and encouraging each other’s goals at Harkins. That emphasis on team is extended to our clients and trade partners on every project to strengthen those partnerships, provide quality products and a shared sense of pride that we can replicate for years to come.
As I approach 20 years of service at Harkins, I can truly say this company has been instrumental in both my professional journey and my ability to contribute to causes I deeply care about through their community service support. My enduring commitment stems from an alignment with the company’s values and its dedication to both its employee-owners and the wider community. I’m proud to be part of this team.
Affinity Groups
Harkins affinity groups were created in 2018 to connect employee-owners with similar backgrounds or interests. By collaborating regularly, affinity groups have a powerful influence in the workplace and beyond.
Fostering Shared Success
HOPE (Harkins Opportunity, Progress, and Empowerment) cultivates a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual is valued, empowered, and inspired to thrive.
Co-chairs: Ellareese Burke, Leitie Cobb-Gibson, Andrea Hernandez, & Megha Patel
Honoring & Championing Veterans
Warriors is made up of current and former active military personnel, providing support, camaraderie, and shared experiences for our veteran employee-owners.
Chair: Josh Burke & Charlie Shepherd
Investing in the Future of Our Industry
Harkins Young Professionals Experience (HYPE) promotes a space for young employees to connect and thrive.
Chair: Luke Palmisano
Empowering Women in Construction
The Women’s Roundtable promotes women in the construction industry through education, collaboration, empowerment, and outreach.
Co-chairs: Laura Byrne, Bonnie Cronin, & Kristen Schuler
Leadership Spotlight
Ben Nichols, President & CEO
A former Marine Corps combat engineer, Ben brings mission-driven leadership and a deep commitment to service into every aspect of his role. Since joining Harkins in 2016, he has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth—guiding teams, strengthening culture, and driving strategic initiatives with a sharp focus on people and performance.
Ben’s construction career spans both the public and private sectors, with wide-ranging experience that includes DoD facilities, commercial office, healthcare, mission critical, hospitality, retail, and multifamily housing. Prior to joining Harkins, he held leadership roles in preconstruction, operations, and business development at nationally recognized design-build firms.
After being promoted to Vice President in 2020, Ben led the company’s commercial, institutional, and government contracting operations, along with its human resources functions—helping to shape Harkins’ people-first culture while advancing operational excellence. He was named President in 2022, and following the retirement of longtime leader Gary Garofalo, Ben assumed the additional role of CEO in 2024.
Ben is known for his servant leadership style and his ability to unite diverse teams around a shared mission. He draws strong parallels between his military service and the construction industry—both requiring collaboration, adaptability, and a deep sense of purpose. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Ben served as a Marine Corps engineer officer from 2008 to 2013. From 2010 to 2011, he was the Engineering Platoon Commander for 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines in Marjah, Afghanistan, where he led combat operations in one of the most volatile regions of Helmand Province. He later served as a Company Commander and Operations Officer for the Seabees of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Five from 2011 to 2013, overseeing critical construction and infrastructure missions across the U.S., Africa, Europe, and the Pacific.
Our History
For over half a century, Harkins has been shaping skylines and communities. With a legacy of reliability, exceptional craftsmanship, and long-lasting partnerships, we have earned a reputation as a trusted industry leader.
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Join a team where your skills are valued and your career can thrive. At Harkins, we offer a supportive environment and opportunities to make a lasting impact in the community.
