With a large portfolio of multifamily construction projects all over Arizona, you can count on Fortress GCI's experience.
Working with both local and out of state owners and developers over the last 20 years.
From small back-fill lots to expansive developments, you'll get the experience you need to feel confident.
A dedicated and experienced project management staff and the best subcontracting partners.
Jason Ratke is a union-certified electrician with over 20 years in residential and multi-family construction. Starting in 1991 with Thomas Electric, he earned his IBEW certification in 1992 and later joined DR Horton as Assistant Superintendent. He advanced to Project Superintendent and then Project Manager, overseeing construction from single-family homes to multi-family developments of up to 750 units. In 2009, he became VP of Operations at Fortress General Contracting. Jason holds certifications from IBEW, OSHA, and the National Home Builders Association. A West Valley resident for 36 years, he lives in Peoria with his wife and two children.
John Mariconda was a respected leader in the construction industry with a career spanning 39 years, including over 30 years in construction management. He began as a union carpenter in New York City before moving to Southern California, where he rose to Vice President of Construction at Tucon Development. He later founded his own company, working across Hawaii, California, and Arizona. John held leadership roles at Summit Builders and D.R. Horton, where he served as Division President. At the time of his passing, he was the founder and operator of Fortress General Contracting Inc. and Fortress Homes, LLC. John’s legacy lives on in the many projects he led and the lives he touched throughout his distinguished career.
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