Employee-Owned for a reason.

President & CEO

email: wwitmer@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 103)

Wayne joined Harman in 1990, the day after returning from his honeymoon. Married with four children, Wayne enjoys family, travel, sports, and music.

Wayne holds a business administration degree from Eastern Mennonite University and worked his way up from project management and business development to president and CEO. “Communicating with employees and clients to make sure that goals and expectations are met is very important,” says Wayne. “I work hard at making that a priority.”

Active in the industry and community, Wayne is past president of AGCVA Valley District, Has served as AGCVA state board member and has served on the Butler Building Systems national advisory council. He is a current member of Harrisonburg Rotary Club board and the Central Valley Habitat for Humanity Board. Faith and trust in God is what keeps him focused and inspired to lead well in all he does.

Director of Operations, LEED AP BD+C

email: gmcbride@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 110)

Gary earned both his B.S. in business administration and M.S. in administration from James Madison University. Gary is active in the Association of General Contractors of Virginia, Valley District, serving many years on the executive committee and as president from 2009 – 2013.

Gary’s philosophy is that “Leadership is not about being in charge, it is about taking care of the people in your charge”. Gary feels that taking care of your people will result in a dedicated and high-quality workforce delivering exceptional buildings for our community. Married with two grown children and three grandchildren, Gary enjoys the beach, big dogs –specifically labs and golden retrievers, golf, biking and travel. Gary is an avid Virginia Tech fan and spends much time with his family attending basketball and football games.

Director of Finance

email: nbowers@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 114)

Prior to joining Harman in 1997, Nancy earned her accounting degree—cum laude—from Eastern Mennonite University. She also graduated from the U.S. Army Military Police Academy and from the Defense Language Institute with a focus on German.

Nancy is thankful for the five and a half years she spent in Germany—experiencing the culture to the fullest! “From my military days, I learned the importance of team work and unity within an organization and being a member of the Harman Team I am thankful that we have been blessed with a great team of talented and creative people through which great things can be accomplished.”

These days, Nancy spends time in various roles at Antioch Church of the Brethren where her husband is pastor. She also enjoys time spent with family, playing piano, and gardening.

Even after all her years at Harman, Nancy continues to learn and adapt to industry changes, trusting in God to continue blessing the work at Harman.

Director of Pre-Construction, LEED AP BD+C

email: tlayman@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 122)

With a family history rich in construction, contracting, and design, his career was influenced early in life.   Early on he learned some basics of estimating and contracting while running Layman Brothers Yard Work with one of his brothers back in the 80s.

In talking to Travis, family, faith, community, and an active lifestyle are major themes.    Travis and his family have involved in the community since he moved back after graduating from Furman University in 1993, where he graduated with a B.A. in business administration.

In 2002 Travis joined Harman Construction.   In the recent past, Travis chaired the Rockingham County Bicycle Advisory Committee and was a Board Member of the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition, and helped with the Shen-Rock Mountain.  Recently Travis and his family and others founded the non-profit Songs for the Valley to host concerts in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and surrounding area.  Travis enjoys spending time with his family, being part of Horizon Christian Fellowship, outdoor recreation, and volunteering with Songs for the Valley.

Director of Business Development

email: rstrite@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 120)

Ryan joined Harman in 2004 as a project manager before switching to business development seven years later. His past experience managing projects strengthens his ability to help clients put together projects that are well thought out. In his current role, Ryan often hears that he makes the planning process easy—helping communicate and set attainable and realistic expectations.

Ryan graduated from Eastern Mennonite University with a B.A. in business administration and is a member of the Rockingham/Harrisonburg Chamber of Commerce, Augusta County Chamber of Commerce, and recently served as an Elder at New Beginnings Church.

During college, Ryan studied in Guatemala and Cuba for a semester. He also spent a summer as an Alaskan fishing guide, so it’s no surprise he is an avid sportsman spending his free time fishing, bow hunting, and playing any type of team sport. Ryan also enjoys time with his wife and two children.

Director of Pre-Construction, LEED AP BD+C

email: tlayman@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 122)

With a family history rich in construction, contracting, and design, Travis’s career trajectory was set pretty early in life. His official start in estimating and contracting was running Layman Brothers Yard Work with one of his brothers back in the 80s.

In talking to Travis, faith and community are two common themes. An active member at First Presbyterian Church on Court Square, Travis is quick to tell you Colossians 3:23 and John 6:27 are the two verses that guide and direct him in his daily work.

Though he briefly left Harrisonburg to earn a B.A. in business administration at Furman University, Travis returned and joined Harman in 2002. Locally, he is chair for the Rockingham County Bicycle Advisory Committee and a board member of the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition. Travis enjoys spending time with his family and likes almost any outdoor recreation or exercise, but as you might imagine, most times you’ll find him on a bike ride with family or friends.

CAD Technician

email: dsmith@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 106)

With his degree in architectural drafting, Donnie joined Harman in 1998. “Seeing a completed job that I produced the drawings for is rewarding,” he says. Donnie is task focused and often hears it is a pleasure to work with the design department.

Outside the office, he likes hunting, fishing, and playing softball. Donnie also enjoys spending time on the lake with his wife and his dog.

Estimator

email: dhughes@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 104)

David and his family live on an acre of his wife’s grandfather’s farm. Her parents, uncle, and her triplet siblings each have an acre for their families as well. Though David says they are, “far enough apart that we are not constantly up in each other’s business,” it seems pretty fair to say David’s positive, upbeat attitude and calm demeanor are assets not just to his professional estimator role.

David graduated from West Virginia University. His history minor is fitting of his interest in living history with specific interest in the French and Indian War and Revolutionary War. He is also an avid soccer fan and enjoys playing in the local rec leagues.

Butler Systems Estimator

email: jmartin@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 131)

Jon grew up in Harrisonburg and has a strong family history in the construction industry. Jon joined Harman in 2019 and brought with him experience in many different trades and a wide range of experience that assist in estimating and design.

Outside of work, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and daughter, being outdoors, woodworking, doing tree work, as well as watching and playing soccer.

Engineer/Estimator

email: jzook@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 112)

Jacque grew up in Broadway. The nerd of the family, she always enjoyed working with numbers. When her dad told her the most obvious options for a good math job were accounting or engineering, she looked at her CPA father and chose engineering.

After graduating from Virginia Tech, she decided the best way to use her engineering degree was to teach English in Africa. She eventually put her degree to its intended use when she moved back to the Valley and is now a licensed structural engineer.

Outside of holding the lives of people in her hands with a single stamp, Jacque enjoys sipping on coffee, earning a laugh from her nephews, and keeping her wood stove well fed in the winter.

Human Resources Coordinator

email: tkestner@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 132)

An active member of the Shenandoah Valley chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management, Tammy has 25 years of construction industry experience with over half of those in HR. Tammy is a trusted resource for her understanding of employment law and advocate for her co-workers. Staying current in her field is a priority.

Outside the office, Tammy has a keen eye for decorating and spends her downtime hunting down antiques and other unique items from area shops and auctions. She also enjoys spending time with her three grown children and granddaughter.

Staff Accountant

email: jmurphy@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 108)

Originally from Franklin, WV, James graduated from West Virginia University in 2014 with a B.S.B.AD. in accounting. Outside of the office, James hobbies are basketball, going to the gym, video games, and spending time with his cat, Dexter.

Administrative Accounting Assistant

email: cbowman@harmanconstruction.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 101)

Cheri began her career with Harman Construction in October 2022. She moved to the Shenandoah Valley in 1985 and currently lives in Augusta County. With over 30 years’ experience working alongside executive teams with a diverse background, Cheri specializes in administrative technology in the workplace. She brings a positive attitude and energy to work hard. Her knack of making things neat and tidy and great attention to detail are some of the attributes that she prides herself in at work and in her everyday life.

Outside of work, Cheri cherishes time spent with her husband, two daughters and their spoiled furkids - two dogs and two cats. Her passion is taking pictures, antiquing, decorating and home projects, and relaxing by their fire pit. She loves planning gatherings with friends to enjoy life together and fun trips with her family. She treasures each day of life as a blessing.

Accounting Assistant

email: jcave@harmanconstruciton.com
call: 540.434.4459 (Ext. 123)

Jenna Cave serves as HCI’s Accounting Assistant. In this role, Jenna works closely with senior accountants and financial professionals, assisting with various tasks such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

With her degree in Business/Accounting from Mary Baldwin University, Jenna brings a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to her position. Her attention to detail, analytical mindset, and proficiency in accounting software allow her to effectively contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes within the organization.

Jenna's role as an Accounting Assistant requires her to be organized, proactive, and collaborative, as she often collaborates with team members across different departments to ensure smooth financial operations. Her dedication to accuracy and her commitment to excellence make her a valuable asset to the accounting team.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Jenna remains engaged in her personal interests, including reading, fitness, and spending quality time with her pets. This balance between work and leisure reflects Jenna's holistic approach to life, ensuring both professional success and personal fulfillment while staying connected to her roots in Broadway, Virginia.