Come Build Your Career With Our Family
J.T. McDermott Remodeling Contractors is as dedicated to community as we are to the work we do. From the moment we opened our doors in 1993, our guiding principles have been integrity, professionalism, open communication, and a deep respect for the people we work with — clients and teammates alike. We see our team the same way we see our clients: as neighbors and friends.
We’ve turned hundreds of dreams into new living spaces, and none of that happens without the people who show up to do the work. If you care about craftsmanship and want to build a career with a local, family-owned firm, we’d love to know you.
Why Build Your Career Here
With in-house design professionals, project managers, and the talented carpenters we work alongside every day, J.T. McDermott is a place where the whole team – not just one department – gets to do great work.
Every one of our team members is knowledgeable, courteous, and takes real pride in the details. We believe in growing careers the same way we grow client relationships: for the long haul.
Meet The Team
OWNER
Josh McDermott
After graduating from the University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Business, Josh worked for a time in pharmaceutical sales. But construction has always been a part of who he is. Even before he knew what remodeling was, he could often be found accompanying his dad for truck rides to jobsites and lumberyards. At 15, his father introduced him to the remodeling “business…
Estimator 2016
Ron Mifflin
Ron laughs whenever he says his job is to be the bearer of the cold hard facts for remodeling projects. Ron is the resident numbers cruncher, helping clients meet their budget and get the remodel they’ve dreamed of. He considers himself the “man behind the curtain” who’s always looking out for the best interests of the client. His career includes graduating from the Carpenters…
Interior Designer 2014
Megan Gerdes
Megan’s interest in interior design was sparked at a young age. As a four-year old, she loved going to restaurants with her parents and looking at how the restrooms were decorated. The interest blossomed and after high school she went on to study interior design at Chicago’s Illinois Institute of Art. Her passion for design extends beyond her workplace. In her free time, Megan enjoys all types of crafts…
Interior Designer 2015
Brittany Allen
Brittany’s fascination with interior design was sparked by DIY television programs. “That would be fun to do,” she remembers thinking. When she learned that people were actually paid for such work, her career choice was decided. Brittany received her interior design degree in 2010 and recently earned her kitchen and bathroom certifications. She sees her job as much more than…
Client Services Coordinator 2021
Barbara Smith
Barbara joined our team as a Client Services Coordinator in the middle of August. McDermott Remodeling is a family-focused design and build company. We improve the lives of our customers with the work that we do, which is what Barbara helps coordinate. Barbara does her part to make our team even more friendly and helpful by adding her own super friendly and super helpful character to the mix.
Full Charge Bookkeeper 2022
Amy Rosciglione
Amy joined the McDermott team as Full Charge Bookkeeper in August of 2022, bringing 26 years of bookkeeping experience with her. She enjoys the mystery of numbers and likes the organization and balance they bring. She thrives on being a helpful, integral part of the team and always keeps things running smoothly.
Production Manager 2011
Rob Ledee
Except for a four-year stint in the U.S. Marine Corps, Rob’s been a carpenter since high school graduation. His high school shop teacher, whose father owned Gossert Construction in Millstadt, noticed Rob’s knack for the trade and recruited Rob for a job with the company. For a time, Rob worked with an area realtor to help prepare houses to be flipped, often gutting a home and putting it back together…
Lead Carpenter 1998
Dave Dermody
Dave Dermody knew at an early age that he wanted to be carpenter. Inspired by his father who was a millwright, he took on his first major project when he was 16 years old by building a shed for his aunt that still stands today. Dave joined Foppe-McDermott Remodeling– the precursor to today’s company– 29 years ago at a time when he was working as a maintenance man at an apartment complex.
Lead Carpenter 2021
Kenny Jamison
It’s no small feat to become one of our lead carpenters in a little over a month. Kenny takes pride in the work we do at McDermott Remodeling, and it shows. Kenny loves it when a home improvement project comes together more than Hannibal Smith enjoys concocting daring escape plans. Kenny’s solutions are also a bit more practical, which is why he’s an essential part of our A-Team.
Lead Carpenter 1996
James Hannibal
James became interested in carpentry when he answered a “Help Wanted” ad in the San Diego Union Tribune seeking a Painter’s Helper at a commercial property management company. His employer soon discovered he was a willing carpenter apprentice and the foundation as a carpenter was laid. He has been at it now for over 30 years. His interest in philosophy and theology led James to the…
Carpenter 2022
Jake McCrary
Jake has been hooked on carpentry since age sixteen. Whether he’s officially on the job or working for family or friends, he’s been remodeling homes, building pool houses and outdoor kitchens, or gutting and flipping houses for many years. Jake takes pride in learning something new every day.
Lead Carpenter 2023
Joseph Millea
Joe became interested in carpentry when he was in high school and enjoyed it so much that he was inspired to become a carpenter in the Air Force.
He likes to see a project come together exactly as it has been envisioned and planned. No two jobs are the same, each day is a different experience and every job can be rewarding, whether it’s opening a wall and finding a challenge inside or interacting with our clients and getting to know their personalities.
We’re Not Actively Hiring Right Now
We don’t have open positions at the moment, but we’re always glad to hear from people who care about craftsmanship and want to build a long-term career with a local, family-owned firm. When roles do open, we like to already know who’s out there.
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