Relentless Ally since 2014

Emily Kay has been with Balfour Beatty for 10 years and has more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry. She started her career in the trenches on jobsites as a formwork carpenter in Nebraska before becoming a field engineer and prior to joining Balfour Beatty she was a senior construction administrator for more than 10 years.

Emily has held various operations positions at Balfour Beatty where she leads teams in providing operational excellence through deliveries of county facilities, and K-12 additions, summer modernizations and new construction projects for the Torrance, Culver City, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach communities. She also spearheaded the expansion of Balfour Beatty’s special projects operations in the Los Angeles area where the company provides services for a wide variety of market sectors.

Her passion for construction and the success of the company spreads beyond the jobsite where she has been involved in several company initiatives including co-managing Balfour Beatty’s cultural framework and being actively involved in the Connecting Women employee affinity group. Emily has also been recognized by Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the top Outstanding Women in Design and Construction.

In May 2024, Emily was appointed President in California. She will work in a transitional role with the current President until the end of 2024 and assumes her new role and responsibilities as President in California effective January 1, 2025.

Emily is a graduate of the University of Nebraska and holds a bachelor’s degree in construction management with an emphasis on business management.

Relentless Ally since 1998

John Bernardy brings three decades of experience to his position in which he is responsible for Orange County, Los Angeles, and Ventura operations and business development. John’s expertise in the K-12 and higher education markets has been instrumental in the successful completion of hundreds of school projects throughout the region.

Relentless Ally since 2012

Bryan Osborne’s work ethic and personal drive to succeed are contagious. Each and every project and team member he has worked for, worked with, or mentored in his 26 years in the construction industry has benefited from his positive attitude, passion for building, and desire to bring his client’s visions to life.

Bryan is a steward of the community where he works and of the clients he works for. He’s a shining example of a genuinely passionate leader who is committed to consistently delivering the best construction experience his clients have ever had.

Relentless Ally since 2018

John Baradin is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) bringing more than 20 years of experience to his role. He is a U.S. Veteran and has worked in various industries including petrochemical, medical, aviation, and construction on projects with a cumulative value of over $1 billion.  His oversight includes projects located throughout California and Arizona.

Relentless Ally since 2003

With a wealth of experience and a strong background in the construction industry, Don is a seasoned Operations Director at Balfour Beatty. Known for his exceptional leadership skills and strategic mindset, Don has successfully overseen and delivered complex projects on time and within budget. His expertise in optimizing operational efficiency, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality control has consistently resulted in the successful execution of construction initiatives for Balfour Beatty.

Relentless Ally since 2019

Annie is reliable, highly organized and detail-oriented, bringing more than 17 years of experience to her role as a minority business development specialist. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from San Diego State University.