09/02/2025
Meet the team:
John Paparo: Project Manager
With over a decade of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction, John is a results-driven Project Manager known for leading multimillion dollar projects from conception to completion. John brings a strong track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational strategy and safety standards.
Most recently serving as an Assistant Project Manager at Keeley Construction, John managed civil construction projects valued between $1 million and $15 million, covering mass excavation, concrete works, and water/wastewater infrastructure. Responsibilities on projects ranging from $200,000 to $8 million, gaining deep insight into site logistics, documentation, and field supervision.
From 2021 to 2023, John worked as a Project Manager for First Onsite Property Restoration, overseeing emergency commercial restoration efforts across the U.S. including high-value projects up to $50 million. This role required fast-paced decision making, OSHA-compliant safety management, and close coordination with diverse teams during disaster recovery efforts.
Earlier in his career, John founded and operated Big John's Land Services, a residential construction and landscaping company in the San Antonio area, where he managed everything from remodeling and fencing to stonework and tree clearing. This entrepreneurial experience reinforced his leadership, budgeting, and customer service skills.
Hands on experience with site preparation, framing, concrete work, and heavy machinery operation was gained through various field roles with Limestone Cowboy, Karhan Ranch, and A and A Construction from 2007 to 2021. These roles laid the foundation for a career built on a strong work ethic, technical skills, and a deep understanding of the construction lifecycle.
Key Skills and Expertise:
Project Planning & Ex*****on
Building Strong Relationships with Clients
Civil & Commercial Construction
Submittals & Scheduling
Budgeting & Cost Control
Crew & Site Management
OSHA & Safety Compliance
Carpentry & Site Preparation
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
John is committed to excellence in project delivery and thrives in fast-paced environments where adaptability, communication, and leadership are essential to success.
Outside of work, John is married to Megan Paparo, and together they have three children. They enjoy entertaining and spending quality time with family friends. In his free time, John is passionate about sports, fishing, hunting and spending precious time with his kids.