Meet LGE Design Build
With a culture of creative teamwork and a sharp, detailed focus on value, LGE provides the essential building blocks for some of the most exciting projects in the Southwest. We’re proud of our award-winning buildings, but the people who use them are our biggest priority. We specialize in design-build, but we never shy away from a new challenge if it helps you get the project you need. Learn more about the group of dedicated, proactive professionals who will be your partners in quality design, construction, and so much more.
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Our Design
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LGE History and Mission for the Future
David R. Sellers founded LGE Design Build in 1994 with the idea of streamlining the design and construction process with a “single source” controlling the upfront design, specification detailing, entitlement process and all the details of construction. What started with a handful of smaller industrial buildings throughout the Phoenix area has turned into a vertically integrated design and construction company with projects ranging from under $1 million to over $50 million in value.
Since 1994, LGE Design Build has designed and built over 1,200 projects totaling over 28 million square feet. LGE is consistently ranked among the best general contractors in the Southwest and is the only large-scale commercial general contractor in Arizona that has both design and construction under the same roof.
In 2014, to celebrate its 20th anniversary, and dedicated to our founder David R. Sellers, LGE started the David R. Sellers Foundation. The foundation was started to serve causes that make a positive impact on families and communities everywhere.
As we head into the future, we remain true to the values set forth by our company’s founder and continue to grow in both our abilities and our positive impact on the communities we’re in. We aim to work with people who inspire the best in each other and show up every day with integrity, determination and creative thinking. Whether it’s as our future teammate or a client, we hope that you’ll be part of our vision.
Awards
2024
Inc. Magazine, Inc. 5000, Fastest-Growing Company
Arizona Corporate Excellence Awards, Phoenix Business Journal, Top Private and Fastest-Growing Business
Building Design + Construction, Giants 400 Top Engineering Architecture Firms for 2024, #44 Nationally
Best of NAIOP NTX, Industrial Development of the Year, Mesquite 635
Best of NAIOP, Build-to-Suit, Office Project of the Year, Juggernaut Case
Ranking Arizona, #1 Industrial General Contractor
Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace Culture
People and Projects To Know, Crimson Canyon Durango
People and Projects To Know, Echo Park 303
People and Projects To Know, Park Algodon
People and Projects To Know, Midway Commerce Center
People and Projects To Know, Thunderbird Commerce Park
AZ Big Media, Coolest Offices
2023
Inc. Magazine, Inc. 5000, Fastest-Growing Company
AZ Big Media, Most Admired Company
Ranking Arizona, #1 Industrial General Contractor
Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace Culture
RED Awards, Industrial Project of the Year (More than 7,555,001 SF), 10 West Commerce Center
Best of NAIOP, Industrial Tenant Improvement Project of the Year, 10 West Commerce Center
People and Projects To Know, Airpark Logistics Center
AZ Big Media, Best Place to Work
2022
Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace Culture
Ranking Arizona, #1 Industrial General Contractor
2021
RED Awards, General Contractor of the Year
RED Awards, Best Office Project, The Collab
Best of NAIOP, Mixed-Use Project of the Year, The Collab
RED Awards, Best Industrial Project, The Hub
Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace Culture
2019
RED Awards, Healthcare Project of the Year, Adelante Healthcare Goodyear
Leadership
David E. Sellers
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Michael Stafford
PRESIDENT
Blake Wells
VICE PRESIDENT OF PRECONSTRUCTION
Grant Blunt
VICE PRESIDENT OF CONSTRUCTION
Dominic Palma
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Brandon Shapiro
VICE PRESIDENT / ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
Mark S. Cone
VICE PRESIDENT / Architectural Division
Ray Catlin
VICE PRESIDENT / TEXAS REGION
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David E. Sellers
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
David has been involved in over 15 million square feet of development and has shaped LGE’s team and process to what it is today. In 2014 to further strengthen the design build mission David started the architectural division within LGE Design Build. He has won several industry awards including NAIOP general contractor of the year, NAIOP TI general contractor of the year, and Phoenix Business Journal 40 under 40.
Michael Stafford
PRESIDENT
As President of LGE Design-Build, Michael Stafford is responsible for executing LGE’s short-term and long-term goals including its continued growth in its primary markets, growth into new markets and expansion into new product offerings. His guiding philosophy for his work and his role at LGE is to constantly put people over profit. He encourages health, wellness and professional excellence from the entire company and does his part to lead by example every day.
Blake Wells
VICE PRESIDENT OF PRECONSTRUCTION
Blake leverages his deep expertise to drive innovation in cost intelligence, sales analytics, and strategic planning. He takes pride in guiding clients through the complexities of design and construction with a straightforward and consistent approach. Blake’s ability to streamline the preconstruction process and provide clear insights makes him a key leader at LGE, ensuring projects are positioned for success from the start. He most identifies with the company value of dependability, as it aligns with his commitment to delivering reliable solutions and fostering client trust.
Grant Blunt
VICE PRESIDENT OF CONSTRUCTION
As the Vice President of Construction, Grant brings over two decades of experience in creative problem-solving, innovative thinking, and a thoughtful approach to client relationships. In addition to his leadership role, he is a certified Design-Build professional by the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), further solidifying his expertise in the industry. Grant's dedication to collaboration and communication makes him an exemplary leader for his department. Grant believes that being reliable and consistently delivering on promises is key to building trust and long-term success with clients and team members alike.
Dominic Palma
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Dominic brings over 20 years of experience in construction operations and strategy. Before joining LGE, he led long-term planning and strategy for one of the largest energy efficiency and renewable construction firms in the U.S. Dominic believes in aligning individual efforts with overall company goals and fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve those goals. His strategic mindset and focus on operations make him an essential leader at LGE, ensuring projects are executed with precision and efficiency. He values collaboration and consistency, believing that dependability is key to delivering successful outcomes for both the team and clients.
Brandon Shapiro
VICE PRESIDENT / ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
Brandon Shapiro, the VP of Accounting & Finance at LGE Design Build, brings nine years of construction industry experience, dedicating over six years to the company. Brandon finds fulfillment in the impact and involvement that extends beyond the traditional back-office accounting function. Recognizing the value of financial insight, he actively fosters cross-departmental cooperation within the team. Brandon's expertise lies in understanding the challenges faced by other teams, serving as a translator between complex financial topics and operational issues. His proactive approach aligns seamlessly with the company's core value of being proactive, reflecting his commitment to driving collaboration and efficiency across diverse aspects of the organization.
Mark S. Cone
VICE PRESIDENT / Architectural Division
As Vice President, Mark is responsible for all facets of a project from conception through construction, ensuring a standard of excellence in quality and client confidence. When not leading projects, Mark focuses on business development opportunities, fostering client relationships, and introducing new clients and design opportunities to the LGE Design Build team. For Mark, the evolving urban landscapes of Phoenix and the DFW Metroplex provide many exciting opportunities to actively participate in creating functional and inspiring spaces.
Ray Catlin
VICE PRESIDENT / TEXAS REGION
Ray Catlin, Vice President of the Texas Region at LGE Design Build, brings 27 years of construction experience to his role. He oversees the Texas Region with the goal of expanding and growing the business and LGE’s impact in Texas. Ray inspires the team by working alongside them, fostering collaboration and driving them to accomplish amazing things with the aim of becoming the preferred design-build contractor in Texas. For the past 15 years, Ray has focused on leading teams and growing individuals, collaborating to accomplish the most challenging tasks and projects. He identifies most with the company value of dependability, ensuring that every project and team effort is executed with consistent reliability.