Your Team
Your team is headed by Jim Edwards who started the company in 1994 and Andy Smith who joined in 1997 and became a partner in 2008.
Jim and Andy’s combined experience (over 75 years) in custom residential and commercial building and remodeling provides the assurance that Edwards Smith Construction has the expertise to deal with and resolve any complexities your project may entail.
Jim and Andy limit the number of projects accepted each year – ensuring each gets the time, attention and care it deserves. Additionally, they insist on working with only the most talented and dedicated employees as well as subcontractors who share in the company’s philosophy. Several individuals and companies have been associated with Jim and/or Andy for more than 25 years. At Edwards Smith Construction, we recognize it’s a team effort and that it takes the entire team (owner, architect, builder, subcontractors, etc.) working together to get the outcome you desire. The result is a project in harmony – and it’s evident in everything we build.
Click on any of the team members below to find out more…and be sure to check out what our clients have to say about the team here.
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Meet the Team
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Jim Edwards
Owner
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Jim Edwards
Owner
Integrity, according to Jim, is what sets Edwards Smith apart. "Maintaining trust is paramount, not only in business, but in life. It's the foundation of our company."
Industry Involvement:
-National Association of Home Builders
-Idaho Building Contractors Association
-North Idaho Building Contractors Association – Past Builder Director and past member of Strategic Planning and Government Affairs committees
-Multiple Parade of Homes winner
Community Involvement:
Leadership CDA
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Andy Smith
Owner
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Andy Smith
Owner
“Authenticity,” according to Andy, “is what matters. In a world where truth and honesty are becoming harder to find, being real, being authentic defines Edwards Smith. We’re the real deal. We tell the truth and work hard. We do what we say we’re going to do.”
Industry Involvement:
-National Association of Home Builders
-North Idaho Building Contractors Association
-Passive House Alliance
-Black Rock Design Review Committee
Community Involvement:
Kootenai Humane Society – Current board member and past president
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Mike Ridlehoover
Project Manager
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Mike Ridlehoover
Project Manager
Tipping the satisfaction scale for Mike is “handing over a one-of-a-kind work of art to our delighted clients.”
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Buff Kobs
Superintendent
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Buff Kobs
Superintendent
“I am proud to be part of a tremendous group of talented craftsmen,” says Buff, “and that goes for all of our crew, as well as our subcontractors.”
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Chris Sears
Superintendent
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Chris Sears
Superintendent
Job satisfaction, says Chris, is the result of “providing quality craftsmanship, maintaining integrity and striving to exceed customers’ expectations.”
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Doug Robertson
Superintendent
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Doug Robertson
Superintendent
"Being part of a company with the highest level of standards and integrity and seeing this reflected in the homes we deliver to our clients," says Doug, is what gives him the greatest satisfaction.
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Michael Sanderson
Superintendent
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Michael Sanderson
Superintendent
"To be able to do the best job possible at the highest level of quality" brings Michael the greatest fulfillment. "I'm all about the end product and client satisfaction."
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David Baker
Superintendent
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David Baker
Superintendent
Tipping the satisfaction scale for David is “knowing I did my best to perform the tasks in my charge.”
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Jeff Halbert
Superintendent
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Jeff Halbert
Superintendent
Jeff says doing his best helps him exceed client expectations, and that provides the greatest satisfaction.
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Max Martin
Finish Carpentry Superintendent
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Max Martin
Finish Carpentry Superintendent
“Edwards Smith builds more than just functional houses,” says Max. “We create true works of art.”
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Russ Nalley
Carpentry Superintendent
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Russ Nalley
Carpentry Superintendent
At the end of the day, says Russ, “it’s about getting the right materials and the right staff to the right place at the right time, resulting in a job well done.”
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Casey Hildesheim
Estimator
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Casey Hildesheim
Estimator
"Being part of a team that is focused on maximum organization and communication," says Casey, is what gives him the greatest satisfaction.
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Rachel Myshak
Project Administrator
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Rachel Myshak
Project Administrator
“Watching the journey from paperwork to home possession,” says Rachel, in addition to “working with a great group of people” equals job satisfaction.
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Christopher Prince
Project Coordinator
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Christopher Prince
Project Coordinator
“The opportunity to help ease the workload of his coworkers,” says Christopher, provides the greatest job satisfaction.