Proprietor
Kenneth Fones Construction, LLC & Affiliates
About Ken Fones
Leader and Entrepreneur
“Leadership inspires, motivates, empowers, enables and creates. When ‘leadership’ is viewed this way, it becomes an example for future generations. It can propel someone beyond existing and into thriving.”
That which distinguishes Kenneth Fones Construction, LLC from its competition is its leader, Ken Fones. Ken has been a builder and entrepreneur throughout his career. He founded Kenneth Fones Construction, LLC in 1996 on the principles of loyalty, integrity and proactive customer service. Ken’s fingerprint is evident in every project that bears his corporate stamp. It is evidenced in his firm’s reputation for reliability and outstanding quality. The practice of continuous improvement has consistently raised Kenneth Fones Construction to the forefront among construction companies in the energy infrastructure market. The result is corporate growth in an atmosphere of economic constraints.
Ken a native of south Jersey and served 4 years in the US Marine Corps. He was assigned to an engineering unit that built remote airfields and was also assigned to a frontline Engineer combat unit. He spent one year as an M1A1 tank crew member and conducted operations in 14 countries throughout the world. After his military service, Ken returned to south Jersey with a renewed enthusiasm and commitment for his career in construction. The goal was to create a company which, over time, would enjoy an outstanding reputation and develop satisfied customers by giving them a positive construction experience. Ken’s clients and colleagues describe him as organized, methodical, trustworthy, and a solution-oriented manager.
Enigma
“What sets us apart from the competition is our ability to involve our clients as partners. What we strive to do is create a collaborative environment. Our ability to quickly employ new construction techniques and technologies from pre-bid to completion improves our performance and productivity. It also affords us with the ability to provide quick turn-around time in response to project needs as they arise. Clients expect competition from their bidders for their building projects. Presenting our abilities to manage the process efficiently yields an end result that exceeds their expectations.”
Ken’s rules of engagement are the basis of his philosophy and are utilized in every Kenneth Fones construction project. Building energy infrastructure, with consideration for environmental impact, offering services which include maintenance, engineering, site prep and site work, project management, consulting and development are part of the product offering of Kenneth Fones Construction. A highly accessible leader, Ken’s expertise is in selecting experienced and enthusiastic project managers and field personnel. Known for his leadership style, Ken has been labeled an ‘enabler’. He believes that providing his employees, subcontractors and vendors with the information, technology and education required to perform and produce efficiently is vital to stellar performance and customer service.
He is referred to as an enthusiastic and fearless visionary with the ability to make things happen while inspiring those who work with him to excel, innovate and take pride in their accomplishments. His team uses the most current management and construction technology available. They provide specialized, personal service to each client and project. This is balanced by utilizing quality subcontractors and suppliers in order to assure clients receive the superior quality they have a right to expect from Kenneth Fones Construction, LLC. His practice of establishing a knowledge base of materials and services provided by his subcontractors and vendors while involving them in the planning process creates trust. Ken invests in the development and implementation of advanced technological products with global market potential. His uniqueness lies in his ability to handle complex and challenging projects which offer creative unconventional solutions, and are customized to his clients’ needs. He regards this as central to his scope management method ensuring client expectations are exceeded. This enables Ken and his team to offer a seamless construction delivery and become the driving force in any project from pre-bid to completion.
In his spare time Ken enjoys hobbies such as flying (helicopter and fixed wing), SCUBA diving, sky diving, rock climbing, hiking, skiing/snowboarding, snowmobiling, horseback riding and ranch life in Colorado. He often includes friends, family and employees in these activities.