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Founded in 2014, Vision General Contractors started as a small office in Georgia completing commercial interior remodels. Over the years, the company has expanded adding locations in Florida, South Carolina and Tennessee. VGC’s portfolio now consist of remodels on a much larger scale, tenant build-outs, and new construction ground-ups. We currently employ over 70 full-time employees while averaging 130 projects annually across 25+ states.
Vision General Contractors strives to excel in client service, workmanship, and to provide a quality end product. We are here to turn your vision into reality!
Terry Timm
Founder/Managing Member, Project Management Team
Terry started his construction career in 1987. He successfully started two construction entities, now owned by their respective partners. In 2005, He began Vision Contractors, a metal framing and drywall subcontractor, working throughout the United States. From 2008-2010, Terry tested and qualified for 10 contractors licenses in the Southeast. Licenses are held in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
In 2014, Terry began Vision General Contractors to fully engage in his expertise and further expand his experience into general contracting.
In addition to construction, Terry is an entrepreneur who has built a successful real estate holding company that he maintains and operates.
Robert Timm
Managing Member, Accounting and Human Resources Team
Mr. Timm has a diversified portfolio and brings a unique set of skills to our company. Robert served 8 years in the US Navy as a Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator and Engineering Laboratory Technician.
After honorable discharge from the Navy, Robert worked at GEL Laboratories in Charleston South Carolina for 23 years, advancing to a laboratory manager in the Radio-Bioassay division. During his tenure at GEL Labs, he briefly left the company and joined Premier Construction Services for just under a year. During that period, he set up their accounting and financial system before returning to the analytical laboratory industry.
Mr. Timm has served with numerous Volunteer/Non-Profit Organizations. Those include Little League Baseball, Cane Bay Athletic Booster Club and an Elder and Session member at Peace Presbyterian Church. For each of these organizations, he performed accounting and treasury duties.
Tony Durand
Managing Member, Project Management Team
In 1985, Tony started in the construction industry as a superintendent in Atlanta, GA, later transferring to Knoxville, TN seeking new challenges and career opportunities. After working as a superintendent for multiple years, in 2004 Tony joined Goody’s Family Clothing in Knoxville, TN as a Project Manager. He quickly rose through the ranks from an entry level position and was ultimately promoted to Director of Construction. In 2010, a sudden decline in the commercial construction/ retail industry resulted in the Goody’s corporation downsizing.
Tony was recruited by a locally owned up and coming general contractor in Knoxville, TN and made the decision to leave Goody’s Family Clothing to pursue this unique small business opportunity. In 2015, Tony accepted an offer with our company Vision Contractors, bringing his 30 plus years of construction leadership and project management to our team.
His new responsibilities will include the following:
Tony brings a diverse set of knowledge, skills, and abilities to the Vision team that will propel our company forward ensuring our future success in all endeavors.
Robert Taylor
Managing Member, Project Management Team
Robert Taylor joined the management team of Vision General Contractors of GA in 2020, and serves as Director of Construction. With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, Rob has honed his skill set as an accomplished estimator and project manager for numerous clients across various construction sectors. His comprehensive understanding of project needs from conception to completion allows him to act as an integral collaborator for VGC’s diverse partnerships, continually challenging himself and his team to foster strong relationships and exceed expectations.
A native Floridian, Rob was raised in South Florida before moving to Gainesville, where he graduated from University of Florida’s prestigious M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Construction Management. Based out of VGC’s Daytona Beach office, Rob enjoys spending his spare time fishing, boating, and traveling with his wife and three children.
Austin Timm
Member, Accounting Team
After graduating high school in 2013, Austin attended Florence Darlington Technical College (FDTC). While at FDTC, Austin was a pitcher for the baseball team, which was and still is a top national program in the JUCO college division. Two years later and Austin returned home to Summerville, SC to finish his degree at Trident Technical College (TTC). At TTC, Austin obtained his first associate degree in science in general studies in 2016 and later in 2018 obtained his second associated degree in accounting. While completing both degrees at TTC, Austin worked at Waffle House in the evenings. He first started as a cook and then worked his way up to a managerial position.
In 2017, Austin joined Vision General Contractors of GA as an accounting assistant, he then rose to Accounting Manager and became a member in 2022.
In his free time, Austin enjoys golfing, traveling, and
spending time with his wife and two children.
Gil McMinn
Project Manager
Gil is a seasoned construction professional with over forty years of experience in the industry. His journey began in 1981 in the residential drywall business, where he worked alongside his father, before transitioning to the commercial sector.
In 1995, Gil made the leap to a Superintendent role in commercial construction, overseeing the building of low-rise and mid-rise structures. His career continued as he assumed the position of Project Manager with Kellogg, Brown & Root in 2004. Over the next 17 years, Gil managed numerous multimillion-dollar projects, demonstrating his project management skills and leadership abilities. He was later promoted to Assistant General Manager.
In 2021, Gil joined Caliber 1 Construction as a Project Manager, where he successfully completed 14 Ground up projects over a 2 ½ year period.
In January 2024, he brought his experience a to Vision General Contractors, assuming the role of Project Manager. Gil has managed a wide array of projects from inception to completion, collaborating closely with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure timely and within-budget delivery. His unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail sets him apart in the field.
James Mobley
Project Manager
James Mobley started his construction career in 1998 after graduation from Bowdon High School. He was then introduced into the steel industry where he worked alongside his father as an Industrial Ironworker for 13 years. During this tenure he gained his certified welding certificate (CW) by the AWS organization. He worked his way up through the ranks from a Rigger to a Journeyman Foreman.
In 2011 he transitioned into the Superintendent role. During his tenor here he picked up multiple certifications such as MSA Safety, R.I.T.E, and CPR training while overseeing multiple crews during construction at many different Georgia Power plants throughout the state.
In 2015 he transitioned into a Commercial Superintendent role at Caliber 1 Construction. After 2 years he was promoted to Project Manager. He completed over 40 successful ground up projects from estimating to closeout over the next 5 years as a Project Manager.
In 2022 he joined the VGC team where he is a Project Manager out of the Cartersville, GA location. James brings 25 years of construction experience from industrial and commercial projects. He has built relationships along with projects with a large amount of clients in the commercial world.
Josh Wright
Project Manager
Josh began his construction career in 1999 working as a carpenter. In 2001 his job duties expanded into estimating. He entered project management in 2005 with Vision Contractors. During his tenure he successfully completed testing for OSHA 30, NASCLA, and has general contractor’s licenses in multiple states.
With over 20 years of experience in the construction business, his unique combination of strategic planning, problem solving and analytical skills has enabled him to excel in his roles as a project manager. He understands the importance of coordination, communication, building relationships and time management to ensure successful project completion.
Leon Drumm
Project Manager
In 1980, Leon formed his carpentry company specializing in metal stud, drywall and finish carpentry. After 18 years in business and the decline of the industry in the 90’s, in 1998, he took the position of estimator with a major national retail construction company, Scorpio Construction, located in New Jersey. Within six months at this company he was promoted to Senior Project Manager. With this retail construction company he gained valuable experience working with several different retailers along with building professional relationships with their clients. His tasks included every item from reviewing estimates prior to submission to the client to project close out.
In 2004 he accepted a position at an up and coming retail construction company, Abaco Construction as Project Manager. Not soon after he received this position, the company split and 1ST Choice Facilities and Construction was formed where he was promoted to Director of Construction. At this position he helped grow the company to become a major player in the industry.
In 2006, he was offered his previous position at Scorpio Construction and accepted. Back at Scorpio, as a Senior Project Manager, he continued to build on the relationships with his clients, subcontractors, and piers.
In 2015, Scorpio Construction merged with Jayeff Construction and Leon accepted a position as Project Manager. With Jayeff, Leon’s sole responsibility consisted of the H&M account, where he completed 21 new stores and 2 open store remodels.
In 2018, he was offered an opportunity to come work with the Vision Team and accepted. Leon brings his 30 plus years of construction knowledge of which, 20 years being solely retail construction, to the team. Leon’s duties include marketing, estimating along with project management.
Keith Patterson
Project Manager
Keith Patterson is a Project Manager for Vision General Contractors who graduated from McEachern High School in 2003. After high school he started in the electrical field and transitioned from electrical into construction in 2010 where he worked as a Forman with Crown Industrial Services. He excelled in his career path with his performance in managing jobs and distributing workload responsibilities.
In 2015 he became a Superintendent with J.M. Williams Contractors and in 2017 with KJG Contractors, where he managed all phases of remodel and tenant build outs. As a Superintendent he was responsible for safety enforcement, crew management, job progress, job inspections, creating RFI, and collaborating with architects and engineers.
Keith’s experience working in the electrical and construction fields he has become proficient in skills including; trouble shooting and problem solving, electrical work, crew/task management, reading and comprehending blue prints, masonry and tile work, plumbing, rough carpentry and mill works, drywall, painting, punch list completion, multiple types of floor covering, and installation of door hardware and accessories.
In 2018 Keith Patterson joined VGC as a Superintendent. In his 20 years of construction experience he has worked on single-family residential, multi-family living, commercial, & industrial projects such as,
Angela Franklin
Pre-Construction Manager
Angela grew up in a construction family in the suburbs of Chicago. She moved to Texas for college and in 2013 graduated from Sam Houston State University with a bachelor’s degree in construction management. After college Angela started her career and a few years later moved to Florida to continue her growth in the construction industry.
Angela has knowledge of many positions within the trade and has a diverse project portfolio, including apartments, parking garages, schools, fire stations and various mid-rises. In March of 2024, Angela brought her many years of experience to Vision General Contractors as a Pre-Construction Manager
Jay Williamson
Pre-Construction Manager
Jay joined the our team as Preconstruction Manger in early 2022. A graduate of Cooper City high school in 1991, Jay landed a football scholarship as a QB with the University of Kansas. In 1994, he joined the United Stated Marine Corps where he served 3.5 years. He Graduated Company Honor Man and ended his career as scout sniper based out of Camp Pendleton, NC.
In 2001, Jay’s professional career started off in the preconstruction department as an estimator in South Florida. Jay has 23 years of experience in the construction industry and has held roles as a Senior Estimator, Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Vice President. Jay’s knowledge includes small projects such as mall kiosks to ground-up builds, making him an asset to the VGC team. Jay currently resides in Marietta, GA with his wife of 24 years, Theresa.
Ryan Lakey
Construction Manager
Since 1994, Ryan has worked his way up through the construction industry as a general laborer, framer, sheet rocker, and painter. He has worked 8 years as a union glazier, 6 years as a construction manager at Assemblies of God, and most recently 8 years as a construction project manager at O’Reilly Automotive. He has done everything from on-site, glass and drywall installation, safety and security, framework, painting, supervised, project management and material acquisition for all trades. Ryan is skilled in problem solving, and able to handle awkward and difficult situations quickly. He is knowledgeable in building stores from ground up, renovations, expansions, and additions. These skills have made him well educated for how the industry works both in office and on site.
Rick Crist
Construction Manager
Rick Crist is a lifelong resident of Volusia County Florida. He studied Software Engineering and Business Administration at the University of Florida and is also a Certified General Contractor. Rick has over 20 years of experience in both commercial and residential construction as well as site development and infrastructure. He has an extensive background in project management and process methodology. Rick brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a Project Manager in our Daytona Beach, FL location.
325 N Williamson Blvd, Suite 110
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
802 Burnt Hickory Rd, Suite C
Cartersville, GA 30120
810 Travelers Blvd, Suite I-2
Summerville, SC 29485
183 Lafayette Dr
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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