Leadership

Brad G. Carroll, PE

President & CEO

770.948.2600 ext. 201

Bradley Carroll is President and CEO of Plateau Excavation. Brad began his career with Plateau Excavation in January 2011 when the company acquired Aiken Grading Company. Prior to the acquisition, Brad had served as Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer with Aiken Grading Company since 2000. In April 2021, Brad became the President of Plateau.

Brad is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Georgia and holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology.

Nate Hrinsin

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Nate Hrinsin is currently the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President for Plateau Excavation and possesses over 25 years of finance operations experience. Nate started his career in public accounting as an auditor with Deloitte and has held various financial roles at Fortune 500 companies with increasing levels of responsibility. Prior to joining Plateau, Nate was the Vice President of Finance for our parent company, Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.

As Chief Financial Officer, Nate is responsible for the accounting function and other day-to-day operational duties, including monthly and quarterly closes and management reporting. He supports the President in evaluating our current work in progress and our overall business to provide critical support for strategic and operational decisions, as well as management of the annual budget targets and ongoing financial forecasts.

Nate is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Catawba College and a Master of Accounting from North Carolina State University.

Ryan Duke

Senior Vice President of Construction

770.948.2600 ext. 301

As Senior Vice President of Construction, Ryan possesses over 22 years of heavy civil experience. He is the nexus between the construction teams, Vice President of Equipment and the management team for all projects across the Southeast.

Ryan facilitates the resolution of internal issues with Plateau’s production along with external issues such as site conditions and client requests. He works closely with the Vice President of Preconstruction to monitor upcoming workload and has experience pricing, managing and overseeing residential, commercial, industrial and landfill projects from Texas to Virginia. Additionally, Ryan maintains existing client relationships and is instrumental in developing new partnerships. He also works closely with the subcontractor network that supports our projects.

A graduate of The State University of West Georgia, Ryan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Development.

David Shewchuk

Senior Vice President of Preconstruction

770.948.2600 ext. 202

David Shewchuk began his career with Plateau Excavation in January 2011 when Plateau acquired Aiken Grading Company. Prior to the acquisition, David had served as a Senior Project Manager with Aiken since 2001. During the transition to Plateau Excavation, David became Vice President of Preconstruction.

As Senior Vice President of Preconstruction, David brings over 20 years of experience managing and pricing heavy civil projects to Plateau where he oversees the estimating group and manages client relationships and the subcontractor network. Additional duties include monitoring the ever-changing construction market and interacting with the Vice President of Construction and the President to ensure client expectations are not only met but exceeded.

David holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology from Southern Polytechnic State University.

John Osterland

Senior Vice President of Mission Critical Projects

770.948.2600 ext. 204

John Osterland joined Plateau Excavation in January 2011 as part of the Aiken Grading Company acquisition. Prior to Plateau, beginning in 2003, he held the position of Project Manager at Aiken Grading, handling commercial and industrial grading and utility projects. These duties continued with Plateau through 2016.

In 2017, John was promoted to Vice President. In 2023, John was promoted to Senior Vice President. He currently oversees preconstruction services for mission critical and mega-projects along with support for the project management staff.

John attended Southern Polytechnic State University and has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology.

Greg Farr

Vice President of Equipment

770.948.2600 ext. 217

Greg Farr joined Plateau Excavation in April 2012 as an equipment manager. In 2017, he was promoted to Vice President of Equipment, responsible for maintaining the 1000+ earthmoving machines, support vehicles, and fleet trucks. Greg works closely with the President, SVP of Construction, and CFO to determine capital expense, fleet modernization, and fleet growth. He maintains a close relationship with both Yancey Bros. and Caterpillar, giving Plateau early access to the latest technological upgrades and equipment offerings. Additionally, Greg manages a sixty+ person team dedicated to meeting the service and logistics needs of the fleet. This enables Plateau to operate at peak performance for our clients consistently.

Greg holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Chattahoochee Technical College.

Ernie T. Scoggins

Vice President of Florida

770.948.2600 ext. 205

Ernie is the Vice President for Plateau Excavation South in Florida, bringing over 40 years of extensive experience to the role. Throughout his career, Mr. Scoggins has been instrumental in the successful completion of some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the Southeast. His expertise spans commercial, heavy industrial, and road construction projects, showcasing his versatile skill set and deep industry knowledge.

Joe Davis

Vice President of Operations

770.948.2600 ext. 302

With an extensive background in civil engineering, Joe understands the demands required for overseeing technically challenging, large-scale projects. After all, before joining Plateau, he designed several himself, including MLB’s Truist Park development and the Porsche Cars North America headquarters and track in Atlanta.

As Vice President of Operations, Joe’s deep insight and experience managing supply chain, cost controls and suppliers, as well as coordinating with subcontractors, are an integral part of Plateau’s overarching and extensive engineering offering. Joe is an invaluable contributor to the company’s approach to the design, management and construction of large-scale excavation and site preparation projects.

A graduate of Clemson University, Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He also has a Master of Business Administration degree with an emphasis on Finance from Clemson University. Additionally, Joe is a licensed contractor operating as registered agent in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Mississippi.

Steve Stone

Vice President of Kimes & Stone Construction – Plateau Stabilization Division

770.948.2600

As the Vice President of Kimes & Stone Construction Company, Steve brings over 40 years of expertise in the Soil Stabilization Division. His career path began during the summer of 1982 when he worked on the grassing crew. Following high school, Steve was responsible for leading a full-time soil stabilization crew from 1986 until 1992. His dedication to the industry paved the way for advancement into management, where he served as superintendent before stepping into the role of vice president. Throughout his career, Steve has successfully led crews, managed multiple departments, and overseen projects ranging from county road improvements to major highway construction and building site infrastructure.

Steve takes great pride in working alongside his family throughout decades of successful projects. Being part of a family business has been incredibly rewarding. He joined Plateau in hopes of continuing to contribute to the industry with his extensive experience in soil stabilization. Outside work, Steve has been happily married for 39 years and is a proud parent to three children and five grandchildren.

Danny Camp

Vice President – LK Gregory Construction – Plateau's Aggregates Division

931-210-8160

With over 20 years of experience in the drilling, blasting, and crushing industries, Danny Camp brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as Vice President. Danny has held various management positions throughout his career, consistently demonstrating strong leadership and a deep understanding of the industry’s operations.

Danny studied at the University of West Georgia, where he built the foundation for a successful career characterized by a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. As a leader, Danny is known for his hands-on approach, leading by example and constantly viewing his team. He is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and growth, continuously seeking innovative ways to enhance operational efficiency and employee development.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Danny is passionate about giving back to the community. Along with another PEI executive and their families, he co-founded a non-profit organization focused on supporting local school systems during the holiday season, helping to impact the lives of students and families in need positively.

Danny’s leadership philosophy is rooted in integrity, continuous learning, and a relentless drive for improvement. It ensures the success of both the company and the individuals who work within it.

Aria Morgan

Director of Marketing

720-814-6834

Aria Morgan is the Marketing Director for Plateau Excavation, where she has been instrumental in launching and managing the company’s digital footprint since February 2023. With a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a concentration in marketing, Aria brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role.

Throughout her career, Aria has worked across various industries, but she holds a special place in her heart for the blue-collar sector. She is a passionate advocate for the blue-collar industry, dedicated to elevating its presence and recognition. At Plateau Excavation, Aria oversees all aspects of the brand, ensuring it resonates with employees, clients, and the broader community.

Cain Prater, P.E.

Utilities Division Manager

770.948.2600 ext. 205

Cain is a seasoned civil engineer with over 16 years of experience in the industry. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2000. In 2005, Cain became a licensed Professional Engineer, holding licenses in both Georgia and Minnesota.

Since joining Plateau Excavation in August 2013, Cain has been instrumental in estimating and managing a variety of residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation projects. His responsibilities include project scheduling, bid preparation, planning, and take-offs. Cain excels in managing crews and contractors, and he effectively coordinates with utility companies and local governing authorities. Additionally, he assists developers and engineers with conceptual earthwork and utility designs, showcasing his comprehensive expertise in the field.

In 2023, Cain advanced to the role of Utilities Division Manager, where he oversees all aspects of the utilities division, further demonstrating his leadership and technical skills.

Joseph Dudley

Corporate Safety Director

770.948.2600 ext. 302

As Corporate Safety Director with Plateau Excavation, Joseph is responsible for providing direction, oversite, and management of Plateau’s safety programs, including safety, health, and environmental site-specific programs. His duties include job site inspections, maintaining safety records, SDS manuals and establishing and monitoring site-specific safety plans. He possesses over 15 years’ experience in the civil construction industry in managing both operations and safety. Joseph has worked on several large construction projects throughout the Southeast and has developed various workplace safety programs and operational safety procedures.