History
Brazos Builders, Inc. was founded in January 2007 by two individuals committed to the construction industry. Combining over 60 years of business and industry experience, Leacia Brilliant and Wayne Burke launched Brazos with a commitment to providing innovative construction solutions.
Leacia and Wayne reached back to their Texas roots to name the company. The Brazos River is the longest river in Texas, flowing 840 miles through the state to the Gulf of Mexico. The Brazos River is only a few feet wide at its narrowest point and spans several hundred feet in width at its widest point. What does this fact have to do with Brazos Builders? Brazos partners with a wide range of clients on a variety of projects and commits their best, regardless of the size of the project. Our experience and expertise is as far, wide, and deep as our namesake.
Our Management Team
Brazos has established a rock-solid management and organizational structure. With nearly 150 years of experience, Brazos’ team has substantial resources in operations, estimating, project management, business development and marketing.
President & Owner
Leacia R. Brilliant is 100% owner and President of Brazos Builders, Inc. She has over 20 years of business experience, and life-long exposure to the construction industry. Prior to opening Brazos, she was Marketing Director and Project Manager for Sun Construction, Inc. in Colorado Springs. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Regis University in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management. Leacia is responsible for overseeing the finances and day-to-day operations of Brazos, marketing, business development, including identifying project opportunities, negotiating new projects, contract administration, client relations, and project management.
Estimator
Gavin Copeland is an estimator for Brazos Builders, Inc. He apprenticed with the Chief Estimator and Brazos co-founder, Wayne Burke, for 3 years. Gavin grew up in the commercial and residential construction industry and started job site clean up when he was 5 years old. He also works in the field, as needed, as an apprentice carpenter. He’s a primary part of our business development team.
Construction Manager
Chuck Zimmerman has over 30 years of construction industry experience, including rough carpentry, framing, roofing, finish carpentry, trim carpentry, and millwork installation. Chuck’s primary responsibilities include supervision of all field operations, project management, budget control, subcontractor relations, quality control and safety management.
Superintendents
Troy Cornejo is a superintendent for Brazos Builders, Inc. He has been with the company for 15 years and has over 30 years construction experience. His experience includes rough carpentry, framing, finish carpentry, and millwork installation. Troy manages installation crews and is in charge of the company’s door & hardware installation activities. He also assists with training/mentorship, quality control and safety management.
Dan Lapides is a superintendent for Brazos Builders, Inc. He has been with the company for over 5 years and has over 20 years of construction experience. He has worked in residential and commercial construction, including framing, rough carpentry, millwork installation, remodeling, and finish carpentry. Dan manages installation crews and assists with quality control and safety management.
Anthony Rose is a superintendent for Brazos Builders, Inc. He has been with the company for 3 years. His construction industry experience includes millwork installation, door and hardware installation, rough carpentry, framing, and finish carpentry. Anthony manages installation crews and assists with quality control and safety management.
Additionally, Brazos has an experienced, qualified team of crew leads, crafts people, and laborers.