Meet The Team

Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal is one of the top roofing contractors in the U.S.

Kalkreuth management team standing outside the Kaley Center in downtown Wheeling, West Virginia.

Meet Our Executive Team

The executive team at Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal brings decades of industry experience, leadership, and expertise in commercial roofing, architectural metal systems, and exterior building solutions. Their strategic vision and commitment to quality craftsmanship guide our continued growth and success.

With a focus on innovation, integrity, and customer satisfaction, our leaders work to ensure every project is completed with precision and excellence. Discover the experience and expertise behind the team that continues to shape Kalkreuth’s reputation as a trusted leader in commercial construction.

Our Executive team members

Jim Hurley

President & CEO

Jim Hurley brings over four decades of leadership and industry expertise to his role as President and CEO of Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal (KRSM), one of the nation’s top commercial roofing and exterior systems contractors. A founding member of KRSM in 1984, Hurley served as Executive Vice President until stepping into his current role. Hurley holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from West Virginia University, an MBA from Wheeling Jesuit University, and an associate degree from Pennsylvania State University. His extensive background spans sales, estimating, and project management, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the commercial roofing and construction industry. As a full partner at Kalkreuth, Hurley has been instrumental in driving company growth, operational excellence, and strategic development. Beyond his corporate leadership, he has dedicated over two and a half decades to the industry as a management trustee of the Sheet Metal Workers Pension Fund. He also actively serves his local community as President of the Saint Michael Parish Finance Council.

Jim’s Accolades

OVCES Board of Directors Member
Easterseals Board Member

David Hesse

Executive Vice President

David Hesse led the Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal Maryland Division as its Vice President until 2022, when he became an Executive Vice President. He is a West Virginia University (WVU) graduate earning his bachelor’s in industrial engineering and is an active member of the WVU Alumni Association, Frederick, MD Chapter. Before assuming his current role, Dave worked in both the sales and estimating departments for KRSM. He previously served on the Mid-Atlantic Roofing Contractors Association board and is currently serving as Vice Chairman for the National Roofing Contractors Association. He also served as chairman of the NRCA Retirement Program Committee in 2010-12 and 2013-14 and Enterprise Risk Management Task Force in 2015-17 and has served on numerous committees.

David’s Accolades

Chairman of Frederick Affiliate Chapter of the ACE (Architecture, Construction, Engineering) Mentor Program
NRCA’s Board of Directors

Patrick Hurley

Executive Vice President

Pat joined Kalkreuth in 1985 and, a year later, launched the Maryland Division, overseeing sales, sheet metal, and roofing services. In 1997, he returned to the Wheeling headquarters to serve as a project manager. By 2009, Pat helped to expand the company again—this time establishing the Columbus, Ohio location, which he continues to lead today as head of Ohio operations.

Patrick’s Accolades

Over 30 Years of Roofing and Wall Cladding Experience
2x Project Exec of the Year

Wes Nickell

Vice President of Finance

Wes Nickell serves as Kalkreuth’s Vice President of Finance. He earned his undergraduate degree in accounting from West Virginia Wesleyan College and his MBA from Wheeling Jesuit University. Wes is a certified public accountant and has worked for Kalkreuth since 1997 before his promotion into his current role in 2000.

Wes’s Accolades

Construction Financial Management Association Member
National Roofing Legal Resource Center
North American Roofing Insurance Board Member

John Kalkreuth

Chairman (Emeritus)

John Kalkreuth held the position of President and CEO since the company was established in 1984 and assumed the title of Chairman in 2018. Under his leadership, the company has expanded to five locations and consistently ranks as one of the largest roofing contractors in the nation. He has guided the company to become a total building envelope contractor and continues to set new goals for innovation and operational excellence. Kalkreuth graduated from West Virginia University’s School of Engineering and earned an MBA from Wheeling Jesuit University. He has served two terms on the Board of Directors of the National Roofing Contractors Association and remains an active member on several of its committees.

John’s Accolades

Cleveland District of the Federal Reserve Board
Midwest Roofing Contractors Association Member
Associated Architectural Metal Contractors Member

Meet Our Management Team

Kalkreuth management team members shaking hands over blueprints in an office lounge

At Kalkreuth, our mission drives everything we do. As a trusted leader in commercial roofing, architectural metal systems, and exterior building solutions, we are committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and superior project execution for clients across the region.

Our team specializes in complex commercial construction projects, providing high-performance exterior solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each building. From initial planning through final installation, Kalkreuth combines industry expertise, advanced technology, and proven processes to deliver projects completed with precision and lasting value.

Behind every successful project is our dedicated team of skilled professionals. Their expertise, collaboration, and commitment to innovation continue to strengthen Kalkreuth’s reputation as a leading commercial roofing contractor and exterior systems provider.

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Meet The Team

Meet Our Executive Team

Our Executive team members

Jim Hurley

President & CEO

David Hesse

Executive Vice President

Patrick Hurley

Executive Vice President

Wes Nickell

Vice President of Finance

John Kalkreuth

Chairman (Emeritus)

Meet Our Management Team

Our Management team members

Seth Abraham

Director of HR & Safety

Joe Doerr

Corporate Controller

Ernie Giancola

MD Division Manager

Steve Greene

PA Division Manager

Chris Lemmon

Operations Manager

Bill Lewis

VP of Purchasing

Chad McLeish

VP of Estimating

Jeff Piazza

KY Division Manager

Luke Redd

Director of IT

John Trifonoff

VP of Sheet Metal

Michael Gallaway

Corporate Counsel

Sarah Clark (Rakosky)

Marketing Manahger