Leadership
Young Contracting is one of the most respected general contractors in the construction industry. With over a century of combined construction experience, our executive team understands that construction is more than just bricks and mortar. It’s about service. And value. And relationships. Each team member is dedicated to complete client satisfaction. We represent honesty. Professionalism. Quality. And teamwork.
Young builds professionals.
GARY YOUNG
Gary Young founded Young Contracting in 1991 and serves as President. Under his strong leadership, the company has delivered over $700 million of commercial buildings. Today, Young Contracting is one of the premier construction companies in the Southeast.
As President, Gary oversees the day-to-day operations of the company. His hands-on approach keeps him connected to current projects and company operations while his passion and visionary spirit leads the team in business development.
Prior to forming Young Contracting, Gary served as President for J. M. Wilkerson Construction Company, Inc. where he was responsible for the day-to-day management of the company to ensure the company’s growth and stability. Before Wilkerson, he was Vice President at Tribble & Stephens Company where he was responsible for evaluating the construction climate, pursuing new business opportunities and overseeing estimators, project managers and superintendents.
Gary graduated from Northeast Louisiana University with a bachelor’s degree in building construction. He has served on the Board for the Associated General Contractors, the Associated Builders and Contractors and Affinity Service Group. Gary is a member of Sigma Lambda Chi, the National Scholastic Construction Society, ICSC and AGC.
RUSTY PEACOCK
Rusty Peacock serves as Vice President and manages the day-to-day operations of Young Contracting. His responsibilities include the oversight of pre-construction, estimating, project management, marketing and business development. He also oversees the daily activities in the Florida office.
Rusty brings nearly 30 years of construction experience to the leadership team. His attention to detail, coupled with big picture thinking, makes him a natural and valuable leader. Throughout the construction process, he ensures that all projects remain on track and are delivered in accordance with Young’s superior standards.
Prior to joining Young Contracting in 1991, Rusty was project manager at J. M. Wilkerson Construction Company, Inc. He launched his construction career as a project manager at Tribble & Stephens Company. Rusty earned a bachelor’s degree in building construction from the University of Florida. He is a member of ICSC and AGC.
RICHARD SAYLORS
Richard Saylors is Vice President and General Superintendent and is responsible for all field operations and jobsite safety. He coordinates superintendent placement on projects to ensure the ideal team is in place. His motivational leadership generates positive performances from top to bottom.
Richard manages project schedules, oversees quality control, mitigates subcontractor issues and oversees the warranty and safety programs. A retail veteran, he also manages the intern and field superintendent recruitment programs.
Richard has nearly three decades of experience in the construction industry, ranging from single story tilt-wall to high rise office structures and retail shopping centers. He served as Superintendent for The Conlon Company and Tribble & Stephens Co. He is a member of the Safety Committee of AGC, ICSC and ASSE (American Society Safety Engineers).
RANDY G. THOMAS
Randy Thomas serves as Vice President and manages all phases of the construction process from receipt of documents through project close-out and warranty. His attention to detail ensures that each project has a strong foundation for an on-time and on-budget delivery.
With nearly three decades of construction experience in retail, office, education and industrial, Randy’s expertise is monumental in delivering quality projects. His real estate acumen and intense focus guarantees a seamless construction process.
Prior to Young, Randy served as Senior Project Estimator at Metric Constructors, Inc. He also held estimator and project manager positions at J. M. Wilkerson Construction Company, Inc. and Tribble & Stephens Company respectively. Randy earned High Honors with a bachelor’s degree in building construction from Georgia Institute of Technology. He is a member of ICSC.
