Our Team
Dedicated to providing exceptional service and delivering remarkable results, our team at Collins Hammett is comprised of experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. With a shared commitment to excellence, our team brings together a wealth of expertise in grading, site management, and construction services. We take pride in our collaborative approach, working closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and surpass their expectations. Trust our team's knowledge, skill, and unwavering dedication to ensure the success of every project we undertake.
Thomas R. Strange III
Member
Thomas grew up in the grading industry. He began his career working summers and after school in 1992. In 1997, he began to work full time, running equipment for numerous upstate projects. He worked his way from the ground up and is now currently a member at Collins Hammett Construction. Thomas resides in Travelers Rest with his wife Charli; together they have two children: Thomas R. Strange IV and Harper Strange.
Jeff Pittman
Chief Operating Officer
Jeff has over 23 years in the industry; 8 of those with Collins Hammett overseeing all daily operations. Jeff and his wife, Erica of 27 years have 1 daughter, Jacie. In his free time, Jeff enjoys all outdoor activities including hiking, boating, and snow/wake boarding.
Jason Hair
Project Manager
Jason's background is in surveying with 14 years of field experience specializing in as-builts and construction layouts. He started with Collins Hammett as a Field Superintendent for 6 years and moved into the Project Manager role in 2019. Overall, he has 23 years in the industry. Jason is married to his wife of 15 years, Terri, and they have an 11-year-old daughter, Lillian. He enjoys coaching her softball team, camping, and boating on the lake, and vacations at the beach.
Candace Lindsey
Asst. Project Manager
Candace recently joined the Collins Hammett team as Assistant Project Manager. She has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Southern Wesleyan University. Prior to Collins Hammett, she spent 25 years as an Operations Manager in the construction industry. She has 1 son, Jarrett, and enjoys spending her time reading, traveling, and with family and friends.
Cooper H. McIntyre
Estimator
Cooper is a 2019 graduate of The Citadel where he earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. He has been a member of the Collins Hammett team since 2016. He and his wife, Emily, have twin boys: John Cooper and Jackson, and 2 dogs: Rex and Ruger. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
Doug Poteat
Shop Manager
Doug oversees the repair and maintenance of all offroad and site vehicles and equipment. He holds an Associate'’'s Degree in Diesel Technology. He has over 33 years of experience in his field. He and his wife, Misty, have 2 adult children, Zach and Rachel. Doug enjoys spending his free time camping, hunting, and spending time with his family. He serves as a deacon and Commander of Awanas at his church, New Life Baptist.
Doug Haddock
Professional Land Surveyor
Originally from Sumter, SC, Doug relocated to the Upstate in 1994. He has a degree in Civil Engineering Technology from Central Carolina Tech and over 31 years of surveying experience, primarily focused on and specializing in construction. Doug has 25 years of experience utilizing GPS and 20 years in building models for GPS machine control applications. He is an avid outdoorsman and spends his free time fishing, hunting, and enjoying his family.
Mary McElmurray
Office Manager
Mary recently joined the Collins Hammett team. She has a Master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Liberty University, and over 15 years of business experience. She comes with administrative and organizational skills, supporting our Team in our value-oriented goals. Mary enjoys spending time with her family and staying connected with friends near and far.