HSC Builders & Construction Managers

Brian has been in the construction industry since 1993. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from the University of Florida and is a LEED® accredited professional

Brian has successfully managed new and complex renovation projects ranging from $1 million to $200 million. As the Vice President, Brian oversees project management and all field operations. He is a key team member during the early project planning stages through bid/award and is actively involved on the jobsite throughout construction.

Brian’s effective management of the team enables the projects to run smoothly. With his proven track record, Brian knows what it takes to guide a successful project. Excellent communication with the owners and subcontractors ensures that projects meet both schedule and budget; he consistently exceeds the client’s goals.

The HSC Executive Team’s ultimate goal is complete client success; this philosophy starts with top management and filters through all levels of the organization.As President & CEO, Jim Viner guides HSC’s strategic initiatives while collaborating closely with the executive team. He ensures that clients receive quality service by operating with a hands-on approach and connecting directly with owners and clients to help achieve their vision

Jim firmly believes that a client’s success must come first, and only then will HSC’s success follow. This collaboration has proven to be the cornerstone to HSC’s repeat business.

Keeping HSC innovative is reflected in Jim’s staff. They are subject matter experts who have the necessary balance of technical expertise and emotional intelligence. He is committed to continued staff development through company-wide training programs and targeted skills training.

Jim has been employed at HSC Builders since 1998 with over 30 years’ experience in healthcare, higher education, and life sciences construction management. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Lafayette College.

As Chairman of Board, Mark Heim, P.E., acts in an advisory role to HSC by offering a perspective on strategic initiatives. Together with Jim Viner, Mark has helped the firm embark on significant business endeavors. The collaboration between the two remains an integral part of HSC’s future

Mark began his career managing heavy civil projects throughout the United States before joining HSC in 1989. After serving as President for 11 years, Mark became Chief Executive Officer in 2011 and then advanced to Chairman of Board in 2017.

Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering from Spring Garden College and is a registered engineer in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Maine. Mark was previously named Executive of the Year by Construction Financial Management Association of Philadelphia and was at the helm when HSC was recognized three times as the Construction Manager of the Year by the Subcontractors Association of Delaware Valley.

Vikki Grinnan has served in many financial roles from small to large construction firms including Director of Project Accounting, Controller, and Chief Financial Officer. During her many years in the construction industry, she has developed internal and financial controls while managing all project accounting and cost control functions

As the construction industry continues to change, a priority is staying innovative by continuously adapting the Finance Department’s procedures and implementing new innovative tools to improve productivity.

As HSC’s Chief Financial Officer for the past 13 years, Vikki provides leadership and oversight of the Construction Accounting Department, Human Resource Department, and all finance operations including the SDI and Captive Insurance programs. She has transitioned the company’s job cost accounting system to a wholly integrated business and financial information system. The additional software provides insight and information to all departments.

She formerly served as Vice President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Construction Financial Managers Association (CFMA) and as Chairperson of the Programming Committee. Vikki remains active with CFMA by serving in a two-year board position, developing continuing educational programs, being a guest speaker, and serving as a Programing Committee member. Vikki is a graduate of Rosemont College earning a Bachelor of Business Management degree.

Brian Ford’s construction career began in 1988 working on many technically complex facilities in the healthcare and bio-pharma industries including R&D labs, process installations, and clean rooms. In his role as Director of Preconstruction, he manages design review, project budgets, and value engineering services

Additionally, he has extensive experience in estimating and cost control ranging from conceptual estimates and cost model preparation to quantity take-offs, bid package estimates, and GMP estimates.

Brian knows the pulse of the marketplace and is adaptable to its changes. This trait helps him prepare life cycle cost studies, value engineering studies, and document reviews for constructability giving the client the best path to fulfill their vision. Brian knows that the success of a project is built on a clear understanding of the client’s needs in terms of budget and schedule. He works closely with the client to learn their unique set of goals and uncovers what they deem as a successful project. Brian has a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Spring Garden College.

As Safety & Risk Manager, Kim utilizes her diverse background in overseeing the risk management function. She has the legal, insurance, financial, and safety expertise necessary when considering the many facets of risk. Her responsibilities include Jobsite Safety, Property & Casualty, Contractual Risk Transfer, OSHA Guidelines, Strategic Planning, Indemnification, Contract Negotiations and Claims Management

Kim proactively works with each project team to develop a risk profile for the project which ensures an OSHA-compliant worksite, identifies specific training needs, validates compliance with owner’s contractual requirements, and fully integrates with a client’s health & safety programs.

Kim’s education and affiliation include a B.S. degree in Accounting and President of Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council. She is an accredited Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) maintaining this designation through required annual courses. Additionally, she has a Contract Management certificate from Villanova University, OHSA 30 training, and First Aid CPR/AED.

With over 25 years of construction experience, Ryan has a background in geotechnical engineering, facilities project management, and for the majority of his career, pharmaceutical and biotech construction management

As Director of Project Management, Ryan oversees all project management operations from inception to completion, across all business units. He ensures that the department provides strategic insight during the preconstruction phase and executive oversight during construction by monitoring project cost, schedule, quality, and safety. Ryan’s build experience offers a distinct advantage through developing risk mitigation plans, constructability solutions, and project execution strategies. He deploys Lean construction techniques by guiding his project managers in how and when to implement those methods. His prime objective is to deliver success on every HSC project.

Ryan joined HSC in 2008 as the Pharmaceutical & Biotech Group Manager in which he expanded HSC’s presence in this sector, along with efforts in the academic and healthcare segments. He continues to maintain close relationships with his bio-pharma contacts. Projects varied from renovations to brownfield and greenfield sites and include, but not limited to, medical device manufacturing facilities; biological pilot plants; infrastructure upgrades; corporate fitouts; and healthcare, academic, and historical renovations. Several of Ryan’s projects received awards such as the ISPE Facility of the Year, ENR Regional Best Project, and GBCA Construction Excellence Award.

Ryan earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Drexel University with a minor in Management. He is a LEED® Green Associate and a member of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), the International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers (ISPE), and PA Life Sciences.