Our Team
Our Team
Gabriel Morales
Project Manager
Gabriel Morales is an experienced Project Manager and Estimator with over ten years in the construction industry, overseeing residential, commercial, and public-sector projects across New York. He has successfully managed multifamily, retail, and mixed-use developments from preconstruction through completion, with project values ranging from $50,000 to $4 million. Known for his strong leadership and attention to detail, Gabriel brings expertise in estimating, budgeting and scheduling.
A graduate of the State University of New York at Cortland with a Bachelor of Science, Gabriel has led cross-functional teams and coordinated subcontractors across carpentry, mechanical, and electrical trades. His background includes extensive experience in public bidding and NYS OGS compliance, CPM scheduling, and document control.
Mark Figliozzl
Construction Service and Operations
Mark brings to Transitional Builders many years of construction experience with a concentration in electrical and HVAC applications. Mark's responsibilities include coordination of material/supplies, assist with labor activities on job sites, weekly job meetings and consult with Owners to discuss coordination items.
Amanda C. Repp, RA, NCARB, CPHB
Project Architect / Construction Manager
Amanda Repp is a licensed architect and certified Passive House Builder with over 15 years of experience leading complex design and construction projects across New York State. Drawing from her background in both architecture and studio art, Amanda brings a strong balance of technical precision and creative vision to every project. She has managed high-profile developments ranging from luxury residential estates and hospitality resorts to adaptive reuse projects and sustainable Passive House designs.
Her portfolio includes the $100M Yovan Longevity Resort in Monticello, the $15M Inness Resort in Accord, and the award-winning Seminary Hill Cidery in Callicoon—the first certified Passive House orchard-driven cidery in the U.S. Amanda excels at guiding clients through every phase of the design-build process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with exceptional attention to detail.
Melody Burke
Cost Estimator
Melody Burke has a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from SUNY New Paltz with and also has an associates in Liberal Arts and Science from Dutchess Community College. She currently supports Transitional Builders team with cost estimation, applying analytical and data management skills to evaluate project requirements and pricing.
Robert Elwood
Field Supervisor
Bob is an experienced Carpenter and Construction Supervisor having worked for commercial contracting firms for many years. As an experienced Construction Superintendent Bob's daily responsibilities include supervision of all subcontractor activity, daily jobsite reports and coordination of all material/supplies. Bob has proven able to coordinate productive relationships with crews, subcontractors and clients.
Bob has over 20 years experience in all phases of commercial and residential construction. Bob has been employed with Transitional Builders since 2015.
Todd Fitchett
Field Supervisor
Todd is versatile in carpentry and woodworking with a background in residential, commercial and municipal construction to include new construction and renovations. Todd possesses excellent skills in communicating with Clients, Architects, and overseeing Subcontractors to deliver results within budget and on schedule. Todd has been employed with Transitional Builders Inc since December 2017.
Radoslaw Pokora
Field Supervisor
Radak is an experienced Carpenter and Construction Supervisor having worked with Transitional Builders Inc since 2008. Radak is experienced and capable of handling everyday field responsibilities of any size project.
Michael Mills
Field Supervisor
Mike is an experienced carpenter having worked for residential and commercial contracting firms for many years. As an experienced Construction Superintendent Mike's daily responsibilities include supervision of all subcontractors activity, daily jobsite reports and coordination of all material/supplies. Mike has proven able to coordinate productive relationships with crews, subcontractors and clients.
Mike has over 20 years experience in all phases of commercial and residential construction.
Josh Rueger
Carpenter Assistant
Josh joined the Transitional team in May of 2018 having served overseas in the Military. Josh continues to grow and learn carpentry skills under the supervision of the Lead Carpenter and Field Supervisor. His enthusiasm and motivation to learn and assist in completing projects has been a great asset to Transitional Builders, Inc.
Barbara Rottmann
Assistant Project Manager/Office Manager
Barbara comes to Transitional Builders, Inc. with over 25 years administrative experience. She handles accounts payable and payroll along with human resources and benefit administration. Barbara manages cash and maintains bank relations. She handles all phases of insurance with insurance representatives.
In addition to her daily responsibilities Barbara works directly with the principals of the firm in preparing client requisitions, estimates and job proposals. Barbara assists with ordering, scheduling and maintaining project files.
Barbara attended Dutchess Community College.
Diane Heller
Assistant Project Manager
Diane is responsible for issuing change orders, ordering and tracking materials for various projects, and maintaining project files. She is also responsible for distributing specifications and plans for upcoming bids on new projects. Diane sets up and maintains all job cost reports, RFl's and submittals. She is responsible for administering document control relating to subcontracts, purchase orders, insurance certificates and bonds. In addition to her management and organizational skills, she is knowledgeable in the areas of project startup and close out.
Diane brings to Transitional Builders over twenty five years of administrative experience.
