John Smith

John began his career with Barnhill’s Building Group in 2000, where he was instrumental in delivering complex projects across the state. In 2019, he was tapped to lead the Group’s eastern region, which specializes in delivering projects east of I-95. John has a diverse construction background which includes extensive experience in electrical construction and the fabrication of historic reuse building materials. As vice president of the division, John is responsible for all daily operations including division strategy, business development and project selections.

John is an active member of the North Carolina Hospital Engineers Association, the Carolinas Associated General Contractors, the Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas and the Construction Management Association of America. He is a licensed electrical contractor and commercial general contractor in the state of North Carolina and currently serves on the East Carolina University’s Construction Management Department Advisory Board.