About Us: Our Team

Meet Halsell Builders

We'd like to introduce you to the people behind the scenes. Architectural designers, estimators, planners, accountants, assistants, construction experts of all specialties and more - these folks are the real Halsell Builders. When we talk about innovation and craftsmanship and value and creativity, they're the ones making it all possible. It's a dream team, and we're well aware of it.

Joe
Halsell

Co-Owner/CEO

James
Halsell

Co-Owner/Vice President

Kathleen
Snell

Design

Jason
Heyward

Pre-Construction Manager

Scott
Parsons

Operations/Production Manager

Patty
Coy

Customer Service

Jesse
Walz

Project Superintendent/Manager

Brad
McNulty

Project Superintendent

Israel
Hernandez

Property Manager

Halil
Tilki

Project Coordinator

Tim
Eastom

Project Superintendent

Bryan
Kelly Holden

Project Superintendent

Joe Halsell

Co-Owner/CEO

In 1999, Joe launched his own branch of Halsell Construction in the Bay Area, but it wasn't long before he joined forces with his folks and his brother James to make Halsell Builders a family affair. As president/CEO, Joe leads the company's dynamic team of construction and design professionals. It means that every day, he's interacting with employees and clients, and that's important for a people person like Joe. As he explains it, being part of something much bigger than just your project is important, and it all starts with people. When Joe's not hard at work for his clients, he's busy with his other full-time job - being a dad.

James Halsell

Co-Owner/Vice President

James is one half of the two-brother duo that began Halsell Builders in 2001. He's formally in charge of sales and design, which gives him the opportunity to develop projects that meet a client's needs and budget. But he rarely stops there. James will tell you himself, he loves listening to someone's dream and then figuring out how to overcome the challenge of making it even better than they had imagined. It's what keeps him going - that, and his five daughters! Off the clock, you'll find James enjoying wine tastings - especially at the tasting rooms he's designed - and pitching in on Halsell Builders' many volunteer projects in the community.

Kathleen Snell

Design

Kathleen keeps the office running smoothly, but that’s not all. A big part of her day involves purchasing plumbing fixtures, electrical fixtures, flooring, hardware, vanities – things like that – all at a price that’s client-friendly. Kathleen also helps jobs run smoothly as well, as a Project Manager. She has been highly involved in worthy organizations like the Olga Reed School and the Girl Scouts, and now enjoys gardening, wood themed craft projects and playing with her dog Lucy.

Jason Heyward

Pre-Construction Manager

Jason’s job is to put together the trades and materials it takes to do a job and then put a cost to them. As he rightfully says, “A quality estimate on every project is the first step toward success.” Considering that, you could say he’s the foundation of every great job we do. Jason’s the proud father of three, a regular churchgoer and an avid reader.

Scott Parsons

Operations/Production Manager

For more than nine years, Scott Parsons has coordinated and overseen many, many successful projects here at Halsell Builders. He says that success is his biggest motivator, and from his track record, we believe it. When he takes off his manager hat, he trades it for a pilot's cap. This commercial pilot also enjoys boating, waterskiing and hiking, and he's a 25-year member of Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538.

Patty Coy

Customer Service

On the phone and behind the front desk, Patty is kind of our brand ambassador. And she couldn’t be more perfect. She describes Halsell Builders as a loving, hardworking family, and in that case, she fits right in. Patty wears many hats as a receptionist and she completes all of her tasks with a smile. When she’s not working, her favorite activity is singing with her church choir and worship band.

Jesse Walz

Project Superintendent/Manager

Building things has always been one of Jesse’s passions, from tinkering in the garage to new custom homes. Jesse’s experience running the day to day operations of a General Contractor & Specialty Subcontractor for 13 years in Santa Barbara has taught him the importance of taking pride in your work on every project and the importance of keeping every customer happy. Jesse tries to put himself in the shoes of whoever he is working for and make sure that the quality of workmanship is what he would want in his own home. He prides himself on being punctual, detailed, and reliable and hopes to contribute to the Halsell team for years to come. Away from work, you’ll find Jesse spending time with his son or on a rare occasion playing Golf if he can sneak away.

Brad McNulty

Project Superintendent

Brad McNulty is proud to be a construction superintendent at Halsell Builders. He is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, and all aspects of a project from beginning to end. On site safety and scheduling contractors are important aspects of his job. Addressing issues as they emerge, Brad is a problem solver. Working his way up to foreman on a cattle ranch, then to being a wind turbine technician on wind turbines has taught Brad to be a hard worker. In his 20 years as a construction superintendent he has worked on everything from tract homes, golf courses, restaurants, custom homes, and stadiums! Passionate about family and career! If he ain’t workin' he’ll be huntin' or watchin football with his family! Go Pack Go!

Israel Hernandez

Property Manager

Israel has been a licensed Real Estate Agent for 16 years, selling and listing houses for 8 years, and has been working in property management for 8 years. He managed commercial buildings, apartment complexes and SFRs. In his spare time, Israel coaches his daughters basketball team, and enjoys teaching the kids how to play the game and how to be a team. IHe also enjoy the outdoors, hiking, walking & working out.

Halil Tilki

Project Coordinator

Halil grew up in Istanbul Turkey where he started his career as a civil engineer/construction manager. He met his lovely American wife in church, and decided to continue his professional career in California, where he now works at Halsell Builders as a Project Coordinator, and looks forward to helping build quality projects for the Central Coast. When he is not watching a football/soccer match or playing with his toddler son James, Halil loves to spend time with his extended family.

Tim Eastom

Project Superintendent

Tim grew up in a construction family...his father owned a plastering company, which was his first experience in construction, from age 10 - 18. (Don't worry, just during the summer!) He's been involved with just about every trade, starting off as an installer and worked his up. He has now been a superintendent for over 6 years, and now Halsell Builders. Tim is self-motivated and thrives for success in everything he does. Tim's mantra? Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!!

Bryan Kelly Holden

Project Superintendent

Bryan came to Halsell Builders having been a carpenter for 14 years. His passion for carpentry began by building a deck in his backyard expanded in 2013 when he and his wife started a construction business in Los Angeles. Following the birth of their daughter, they relocated to the central coast. The aspects of building he enjoys are problem solving and working with his hands. Bryan has said, "My drive stems from creating something from nothing. I find satisfaction in taking a clients vision and making it a reality." In his free time, he enjoy being a dad, playing guitar, traveling and spending time with his family.

About Us: Our Team

Meet Halsell Builders

JoeHalsell

JamesHalsell

KathleenSnell

JasonHeyward

ScottParsons

PattyCoy

JesseWalz

BradMcNulty

IsraelHernandez

HalilTilki

TimEastom

BryanKelly Holden

Joe Halsell

Co-Owner/CEO

James Halsell

Co-Owner/Vice President

Kathleen Snell

Design

Jason Heyward

Pre-Construction Manager

Scott Parsons

Operations/Production Manager

Patty Coy

Customer Service

Jesse Walz

Project Superintendent/Manager

Brad McNulty

Project Superintendent

Israel Hernandez

Property Manager

Halil Tilki

Project Coordinator

Tim Eastom

Project Superintendent

Bryan Kelly Holden

Project Superintendent

Joe
Halsell

James
Halsell

Kathleen
Snell

Jason
Heyward

Scott
Parsons

Patty
Coy

Jesse
Walz

Brad
McNulty

Israel
Hernandez

Halil
Tilki

Tim
Eastom

Bryan
Kelly Holden