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Our People

Meet the team that has earned Smith Masonry a reputation for infallible professionalism. safety, and artistry. John J. Smith Sr. set the precedent 50 years ago. Now the tradition continues.

Meet The Team

Our People. Our Family.

Smith Masonry is a family company with three Smith generations represented on our team. But it is each and every one of our employees who make Smith Masonry the incredible, award-winning team that institutions and businesses in St. Louis and across the region trust with their biggest projects. We approach our work with pride and take our commitment to our clients very seriously. That is why we hire the best of the best—the most talented workers in their domains and the best, most thoughtful people around.

Our people have extensive training, OSHA certifications, and above all else, integrity. Meet the great folks who make Smith Masonry the company you trust with your most precious projects below.


The Office Staff

John J. Smith

Bio

John J. Smith is a 3rd generation Mason Contractor. John was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri and has approached everything in life with the great intensity that he has utilized every day in the business environment.

John J. Smith

Owner/CEO, Smith Masonry

johnjr@smithmasonry.com

Edward J. Smith

Bio

After working for John J. Smith, Sr. in high school, Ed came back to work for John J. Smith Masonry in 1996, bringing a wealth of knowledge with him. His current duties include managing all of the day to day accounting, as well as legal and insurance requirements.

Edward J. Smith

Senior Vice President

edsmith@smithmasonry.com

Kelly Shrum

Bio

Kelly was hired in February of 2003 as an estimator, and her responsibilities have grown to include Project Management from bid stage to construction completion. She has a vibrant passion for photography and has graciously provided many of the building photos on the website.

Kelly Shrum

Project Manager / Estimator

kelly@smithmasonry.com

Rebecca Africano

Bio

Rebecca (nee Smith) began working for us in 2013, but it has been a part of her life since she was a child. Her grandfather is John J. Smith Sr. and some of her favorite memories were visiting his office. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Science from Drury University.

Rebecca Africano

Executive Assistant

rebecca@smithmasonry.com

Dawnetta Harrison

Bio

Dawnetta Harrison

Payroll/Accounts Payable

dawnetta.h@smithmasonry.com

Steven Verby

Bio

Steven Verby

Project Manager/Estimator

steven.verby@smithmasonry.com

Kelly Gray

Bio

Kelly Gray

Accounts Receivable Specialist

kgray@smithmasonry.com


The Field Staff

Brian Smith

Bio

Brian is a a 5th generation stone mason and began his career with John J. Smith in 1993. As of 2013 continues to oversee all projects. Brian has received several awards and certifications including 30-hr OSHA Safety, Swing Stage Training, Aerial Lifts, Grout Certification Course and others.

Brian Smith

Vice President of Operations

brian.smith@smithmasonry.com

Steve Stark

Bio

Steve has been a foreman for John J. Smith Masonry for 27 years and has worked on the Potosi Prison, St. Louis University – John Cook School of Business, and the Plaza in Clayton. He has been the Chairman of the Safety Committee for 3 years and also has numerous awards and certifications.

Steve Stark

Field Operations/ Safety Manager

steve.stark@smithmasonry.com

Drew Gonz

Bio

Drew began masonry in 1985 with Hand B Masonry and completed his apprenticeship there. He then transferred to Ste. Genevieve Building Stone in 1990 and came to work for John J. Smith Masonry in 1994 where he has advanced to the Foreman level.

Drew Gonz

Foreman Bricklayer

drew.gonz@smithmasonry.com

Aaron Forck

Bio

Aaron has been with John J. Smith Masonry since May of 2004. Working in Columbia Missouri and the surrounding areas, he has continued a tradition of masonry that runs deep in his family history, starting with his great-grandfather.

Aaron Forck

Foreman Bricklayer

Jim Mennemeyer

Bio

Jim started working for John J. Smith Masonry right out of high school as a mechanic in August of 1989. He worked on all equipment used on jobs. In 1994 Jim joined the Operators union and became an equipment operator on projects requiring the cranes and lulls as needed.

Jim Mennemeyer

Operator /Mechanic

Randy Ficken

Bio

Randy Ficken

Laborer Foreman

Jon Sutterer

Bio

As a Brick Cleaner, Jon is responsible for cleaning the masonry work post installation and sealing joints as needed. He works on every project that John J. Smith Masonry does due to his position and says that this is exciting and challenging since each project differs from the one before.

Jon Sutterer

Brick Cleaner

Clients

Who we work with

Our clients


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People

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Family. Community. Qualified Professionals.

Our people


We see the people we work with as family. After all, we now have our third generation of Smith running the show. We have an experienced and friendly office and support staff who ensure our clients are taken care of and that your project in St. Louis goes smoothly. In the field, all of our staff are appropriately credentialed and have extensive training and a strong work ethic. All field employees have 10-hour OSHA training, and each of our supervisors has 30-hour OSHA training.

Integrity and trust matter, and we demonstrate that every day with our we treat our clients and how we work in the field.

Meet our team