Leadership

Steve McKarns, President

Steve started working in the communication construction industry over 30 years ago, starting as a tower hand, working his way into a foreman's position and eventually starting his own company, Site Communications, in 2001. Much of his knowledge and expertise comes from his involvement in erecting towers, installing tower modifications and microwave hops, to cellular and two-way line/antenna systems, and much more. In 2021, Steve decided to expand his business and started Site Foundation Drilling installing drilled pier foundations.

Because of his dedication to quality work and leading by example, you will catch him working in the field alongside his employees quite often. He is a man of faith and in his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Jessica, and their children camping, boating, skiing, and attending local sporting events in Nashville, TN.

Jeff Greene, VP of Tower Construction

Jeff started working as a tower hand for Site Communications in 2002. He worked his way into a Field Supervisor position and eventually into the role of VP of Tower Construction helping Steve with closeout packages. He was then given increased responsibility as he learned how to quote jobs, procure materials, schedule and manage crews and closeout jobs. Although the majority of his work is in the office, he still enjoys getting out in the field and working on towers with the crews.

Jeff loves sports and is a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan! In his spare time, he likes to play golf and spend time with his wife, Emily, and their son.

Tracy Watkins, Project Manager

Tracy started in the telecommunications industry in 1999 as a Construction Manager, joining Site Communications in 2013 as Project Manager over L&A and Civil building raw lands, Co/Lo and NSB sites and performing upgrades across the country. His responsibilities include, but are not limited to, bidding work sites, managing workflow with foremen and customers, ordering materials, and maintaining constant and professional communications with his clients.

Tracy enjoys spending much of his free time with his wife, two children, and grandchildren attending ball games and family activities. He also has a passion for fishing and you will catch him at a number of fishing Tournaments throughout the year.

Josh Schumacher, Project Manager

Josh has been working in the communication industry for close to 20 years. He started with Site Communications in 2002 as a tower hand, was promoted to foreman, and is currently a Project Manager. He has experience and is knowledgeable in Carrier Colocations, Tower Erections, Microwave installations, and is always learning day to day as the industry expands. Josh’s responsibilities as a Project Manager include but are not limited to procuring job contracts by sending out quotes, coordinating workflow conferring with the foreman and customers, ordering materials, and communicating directly with clients to maintain a professional yet courteous relationship.

Not only is Josh a dedicated employee of Site Communications, but he is also a devoted husband and father of two children. In his free time, he enjoys rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs, fishing, playing disc golf and lending a helping hand to friends and family.

Sam Stephenson, Quality Control/Close Out Manager

Sam started with Site Communications in 2006 as a tower hand and after several years working in the field he was promoted to his current role as Quality Control/Closeout Manager. Sam has experience and is knowledgeable in most all project related tasks that Site Communications performs. There isn’t a project that Site Communications completes without Sam reviewing all photos and all related documentations with his own eyes. Sam then submits a closeout package to our clients as requested.

Sam is also a devoted husband and father of two children. In his free time when he’s not working on the farm, he enjoys rooting for the Tennessee Volunteers, coaching little league baseball and hanging out with family and friends.

Jake Vanderwielen, Civil Project Manager/Fleet Manager

Starting his career in 2009, Jake began working for Site Communications as a civil hand in the field working his way into a foreman position and eventually left the field moving into his current position as Civil Project Manager/Fleet Manager. In addition, Jake handles coordinating and maintaining employee certification needs to keep Site Communications up to standard. Jake is also responsible for keeping our entire fleet of vehicles, trailers and equipment in good working condition.

When not at work, Jake enjoys his time alongside his wife, Elizabeth, and two children. During the Fall and Winter, he can be found chasing waterfowl as he enjoys the outdoors.