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Welcome to the heart of Chase Building: our people. Explore our story to learn more about the journey that has shaped our legacy.
Walker Harris
Owner & Founder
With more than 30 years of experience in custom building and development in the Triangle, Walker is experienced and well-versed in all construction and design phases. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in Economics, he launched Chase Building in 1997 and has not only completed countless homes and projects but also developed several residential neighborhoods and builder land tracts. He is a Certified Building Performance Analyst and has earned recognition in customer satisfaction and innovative design.
Josh Quinlan
Superintendent, Project Manager & Designer
Josh is a NASCLA (National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies) accredited general contractor with extensive on-site construction experience. Before coming to Chase Building Company, Josh completed a year of service as an AmeriCorps National Member and worked as a Site Supervisor for Habitat for Humanity. He has a passion for home and space design and enjoys anything outdoors. When he is not working, he is deeply involved with the Reality Center, a community space for people with and without disabilities.
Phen Harris
Pre-construction & Project Management
Phen grew up knowing he wanted to be in construction. He attended Auburn University and graduated from the prestigious College of Architecture, Design, and Construction with a degree in Building Science. He spent 4 years working for Brassfield & Gorrie, one of the Southeast's largest privately held commercial contractors and developers. With a passion for residential design and building, Phen brought his talents and experience back to his hometown, where he lives with his wife and his yellow lab, Gus.
Biff Hardister
Project Manager
With 15 years of residential building experience, Biff takes a hands-on approach to the day-to-day operations on job sites. Ensuring every aspect of our projects meets the highest quality standards, he is passionate about building trusted relationships with clients and subcontractors alike. His relationship-based approach with homeowners fosters engagement and transparency, keeping them informed, involved, and comfortable throughout the entire building process.
John Owen
Project Manager
With a degree in Sales and Marketing from Appalachian State University, John brings a fresh approach to the business side of our work and a sincere appreciation for client satisfaction. Whether breaking ground on a new project, punching out a finished home, or taking a call for a warranty question, John’s “can do” attitude and desire to go above and beyond are infectious. When he is not working, you will likely find him fishing off the coast of NC.
Dave Darville
Project Manager
After moving to Chapel Hill for his wife’s career, Dave thought he might retire his contractor’s license. He soon realized that his talents and experience were a great complement to the work being done at Chase Building Company. Dave has a critical eye for detail and a high standard for quality. His years of experience working with homeowners, trades, and timelines make him the perfect fit for this job. In his free time, Dave and his wife often travel or host their growing family.
Ashley Messick
Selections Coordinator
We often tease that Ashley’s experience as a preschool teacher is her most cherished skill set because she works closely with everyone in the home-building journey and keeps the process moving toward the finish line. Truthfully, her superior organization and time management skills help our clients navigate the selections process while staying on time and on budget. The decisions required when building a home can feel overwhelming to many clients, but Ashley is there to make the process run smoothly and, more importantly, keep it fun.
Sandy Phillips
Accounting
Sandy oversees all aspects of our financial operations, from managing cash flow and balance sheets to handling vendor accounts, taxes, and employee benefits. Her meticulous approach ensures the smooth functioning of your project and our business so our clients can always see where they are on a budget.