Employee Spotlight – Nick McIntyre
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In charge of overseeing all things production and construction, Nick McIntyre brings his creativity and organization skills to keep our team on task and our projects on time.
Recently, we connected with Nick to learn more about him. Check out our conversation below.
Tell us about your current role with Wineteer Construction.
Moving into the new year Craig Crook and I will be the new owners of Wineteer Construction. We will be supported by an outstanding in-house workforce and our founder Mike Dodd. My customer-facing roles are design, sales and all pre-construction activities. I truly enjoy learning about my clients and their wants, needs, aspirations, dislikes and overall way they function… or would like to function in their new environments. I love coming up with original designs that solve my clients’ problems while delivering the WOW they expect. We remodel for all stages of life… couples, kids, parties, visiting parents, and grandparents.
What is your favorite part of being part of the Wineteer team?
I enjoy the energy, excitement, and assured peace of mind clients exhibit as we build stylized spaces and solve impossible challenges they were not able to overcome before they found us.
What motivates you about your focus with Wineteer?
Remodel for Life is a phrase I use a lot. I want to build aesthetically pleasing and functionally designed spaces that span the test of time while adapting to the ever-changing needs of growing families.
What surprises you about your work at Wineteer?
You don’t know what you don’t know is the way I feel most of us are when the remodeling bug bites. Clients are often surprised by how deep our portfolio is and how many tools we have in our tool belt for various design challenges. It takes time to show a new client how we can help them navigate a path of unseen snares with grace and ease.
Do you have any favorite projects completed by Wineteer that come to mind? Why are they your favorite?
I really enjoyed incorporating the masculine grand nature of a 1918 stone framed house with elegant refined ribbon mahogany stained glass entrances into a modern fully functionally entertaining kitchen while looking like it could have, as we say it, “grown with the original house”. It was like bringing the charm of the past to the future.
Who, or what inspires you?
People who do the impossible and are humble. Architects and engineers that create what others cannot. Those who create!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
I like to think of myself as very efficient and hardworking. Years into my adult life I was doing just that, working super hard and being what I thought was very efficient. I was telling my dad about it when he said if you want to find the most efficient way to do something right, find a smart conscience-driven person who is lazy by nature. You will get the best everytime… Thanks Dad! I admit, I’ve pondered this over and over!
What is your favorite quote?
“Life is not fair. A fair is where kids ride rides and eat cotton candy! Strive to overcome your circumstances. A smile and a polite gesture go a long way.”
Nick, we are so grateful for your guidance both in business and project direction.
The Heart of the Home…2017 Kitchen Trends
In January, Nick discussed kitchen trends that would be taking over in 2017, from whites and greys, to window walls, stainless steel appliances and marble countertops.
Bathroom Remodeling Tips to Improve Mobility
Mike shared in February functional updates to make in your bathroom, including installing shower seats, grab bars and barrier-free showers.
Choose Wisely
Choosing the right contractor for a remodeling project is crucial, so in March, Mike offered five considerations to take into account before you decide.
Did You Watch Home Remodeling: Cost vs. Value?
Based on the findings in Hanley Wood’s annual Cost vs. Value Report, Mike shared in April how homeowners can know the true costs of their remodeling projects.
Home Remodeling is not One Size Fits All
Mike continued the conversation on the true costs of mid-range remodeling vs. upscale remodeling with Joel in May.
Planned Right. Priced Right. Done Right.
In June, Mike discussed how to ensure home remodeling projects are “Planned Right. Priced Right. Done Right.”
Bathroom Remodeling Process + Products!
Nick came back on KC Live in July to share insight into what homeowners should expect in bathroom remodels, from the process to the products.
Barrier-Free is Now Trending
With the trend of barrier-free showers on the rise, Mike detailed in August the features and benefits to installing this type of shower in your bathroom.
Five Ways to Reduce Stress During Holiday Remodels
Nick started preparing homeowners in September on tips to reduce stress while remodeling during the holidays.
The Right Way to Remodel
In October, Mike addressed the idea that with the proper planning, changes in remodeling projects can be reduced and taken care of well.
Make Your Dream Kitchen a Reality
Mike invited us into his home in November as he discussed remodeling goals, the process of selecting appliances and cabinetry and updates to appliance design and technology.
Remodeling Ideas for Empty Nesters
And in December, we visited the home of a Wineteer Construction client as Mike shared ideas for empty nesters to remodel their homes as they undergo a number of lifestyle changes.
Thanks for following us on KC Live in 2017! If you are interested in learning more or are ready to start your next remodeling project, we’d love to help!
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The Wineteer Construction team will be back on KC Live to offer more great remodeling insight this Thursday, October 26 at 10 a.m. CT. Be sure to tune in! Click here Thursday morning to watch the segment live!
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Believe it or not, the holidays are nearing! Recently on KC Live, Senior Vice President Nick McIntyre offered his insight on how homeowners can reduce stress during holiday remodels. Read his tips below, or watch the full segment here »
When you have a project, there are a hundred things to consider, and it can be easy as a homeowner to miss the little details. We can manage and fix every single detail to each remodeling project.
Communication and organization is huge. We have some online software we use that allows us to best manage our projects and communicate easily and quickly with our clients. You can see drawings and selections here, while also discussing project updates with our field staff and production manager.
Schedules are bound to change and vary depending on various circumstances in a remodel. In that same software detailed above, you can see the schedule and any changes that may arise.
Your expectations are a big deal. You should know what to expect from us and what space and timeframe there is to work in and with. The project goes very smoothly once all of the details of space, time and organization are planned out.
Lastly, you have to make sure you like the people you will be working with. Check the company’s references and licenses, and make sure they are getting continued education and/or they are members of trade organizations.
If you want your home remodeling project “Planned Right. Priced Right. Done Right,” especially during the holidays, consider using Wineteer Construction! We will take care of all of these steps and tips for you, ensuring open communications throughout the entire project. Wineteer Construction will even work around you so you can still use your home during the holidays, and we will keep everything cleaned up and safe for everyone, visitors and pets alike!